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Jamie Yuenger’s media company, StoryKeep, creates documentary-style films that help families preserve their stories and histories.

She Helps Families Tell – and Keep – Their Tales

Jamie Yuenger’s media company, StoryKeep, creates documentary-style films that help families preserve their stories and histories.

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Kristi Samuels coaches organizations and the people who run them on how to solve complex problems and stay resilient in high-stakes environments.

She Helps Leaders Navigate the Hard Stuff

Kristi Samuels coaches organizations and the people who run them on how to solve complex problems and stay resilient in high-stakes environments.

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Recent startups like NextGen Jane are analyzing period blood from voluntary samples to detect for diseases and hormonal changes.

Period Blood Is the New ‘Frontier’ In Science — And Women’s Health

Recent startups like NextGen Jane are analyzing period blood from voluntary samples to detect for diseases and hormonal changes.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · 3d

The recovery center in Appalachia offers a wide variety of services and supports for women who are navigating re-entering society.

Barbara Kingsolver Used ‘Demon Copperhead’ Profits to Open a Recovery Center

The recovery center in Appalachia offers a wide variety of services and supports for women who are navigating re-entering society.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · 4d

The U.S. government shutdown is set to result in a spike in food insecurity.

Millions Are About to Lose Food Assistance. Most of Them Are Women and Children

The majority of Americans who rely upon SNAP benefits are women, many of whom are only able to afford groceries for their families with government help. On Nov. 1, that help runs out.

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Dr. Maureen Adoyo launched the Community Sustainable Hub to make sure period poverty doesn't hinder girls' dreams.

Keeping Kenyan Schoolgirls on a Path to College and Careers

Dr. Maureen Adoyo wants more women to earn their degrees. To do that, she launched the Community Sustainable Hub to combat period poverty.

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Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate for mayor of New York City, took opponent Andrew Cuomo to task for the sexual harassment allegations he's faced.

Zohran Mamdani Did Something Men Don’t Do – But They Should

Men are reluctant, at best, to call out their peers for bad behavior. But during the second NYC mayoral debate, Mamdani did precisely that – and made it about more than winning votes.

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Hispanic cannabis entrepreneur Cristina Aranguiz has built several businesses in the growing industry.

Building a Cannabis Empire Out of Cuban Grit

Cristiana Aranguiz is the woman behind Cannabis & Glass and the Iowa Cannabis Co., two thriving canna-businesses she’s grown from the ground up.

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The Pakistan-born activist who became known for fighting for girls' rights was able to find herself — and make mistakes — at college.

Malala Yousafzai Shows Her ‘Messy’ Side In New Memoir, ‘Finding My Way’

The Pakistan-born activist who became known for fighting for girls' rights was able to find herself — and make mistakes — at college.

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The highly anticipated memoir sheds some new light on the sex trafficking ring run by Epstein and his associates.

‘Nobody’s Girl’ Tells Haunting Story of Virginia Giuffre, a Jeffrey Epstein Abuse Victim

The highly anticipated memoir sheds some new light on the sex trafficking ring run by Epstein and his associates.

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Jennessa Raval’s has created a supportive network that helps kids battling ongoing illness find and connect with each other.

Connecting Children with Chronic Conditions to a Pen-Pal Community

Jennessa Raval’s has created a supportive network that helps kids battling ongoing illness find and connect with each other.

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As the U.S. government cuts off support, the country's largest foundation steps up to help vulnerable women in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

Gates Foundation Fills U.S. Global Funding Gap with $2.5 Billion for Women’s Health

As the U.S. government cuts off support, the country's largest foundation steps up to help vulnerable women in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

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Rapper Cardi B and formula maker Bobbie are pushing back against messages that hurt new moms.

Cardi B’s New Initiative Will Tackle Breastfeeding Stigmas. Yes, They Persist

The acclaimed rap artist and mom is partnering with formula maker Bobbie to “hype up every feeding journey, unapologetically.” It’s a necessary effort, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.

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Democratic Rep. Ruwa Romman has set her sights on becoming governor of Georgia.

She Doesn’t Go Looking For Fights – ‘But I Will Never Back Down From One’

Democratic Rep. Ruwa Romman of Georgia has set her sights on winning the governorship of the still-red state, because “if we want change, we have to engage.”

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The Oscar-winning actress's death sparked an outpouring of tributes from co-stars and friends including Viola Davis, Jane Fonda and more.

Tributes Pour in for Diane Keaton, Hollywood Actress Who ‘Defined Womanhood’

The Oscar-winning actress's death sparked an outpouring of tributes from co-stars and friends including Viola Davis, Jane Fonda and more.

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She has been honored "for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela," the award body said.

2025 Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to María Corina Machado

The opposition leader from Venezuela was given the distinction for her work in trying to lead her people “from dictatorship to democracy,” the award body said.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · 24d

The therapy, known as IORT, has been widely available overseas for more than two decades. But doctors say it's hard to come by in the U.S. because it's cheaper than regular radiation.

Women With Breast Cancer Unable to Access Less Grueling Radiation Treatment

The therapy, known as IORT, has been widely available overseas for more than two decades. But doctors say it's hard to come by in the U.S. because it's cheaper than regular radiation.

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The newly engaged superstar addressed the "shockingly offensive" rumors during an interview with BBC Radio 2.

Stop Making Music? ‘What? No.’ Taylor Swift Dispels Rumors She’ll Quit After Marriage

The newly engaged superstar addressed the "shockingly offensive" rumors during an interview with BBC Radio 2.

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Americans say they are ready for more candidates to run for elected office.

Voters Want More Women in Office, New Survey Reveals

Women leaders are widely seen as more trustworthy, plus they bring empathy and fresh perspectives, according to the nonpartisan Gender on the Ballot.

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Actress Jane Fonda has relaunched the Committee for the First Amendment, amid attempts by officials to suppress free speech.

Jane Fonda Revives McCarthy-Era Committee to Fight ‘Forces of Repression’

The actress has relaunched the Committee for the First Amendment, an organization first founded by her father in the 1940s.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · 29d

The decorated members of the U.S. military — who also happen to be women — said there is no "male" or "female" standard when it comes to serving their country.

Here’s How Military Women Reacted to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Speech

The decorated members of the U.S. military — who also happen to be women — said there is no "male" or "female" standard when it comes to serving their country.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · Oct 1

Former Vice President Kamala Harris wanted the presidency, and was qualified to take it on. Yet she was denied the opportunity - most women can relate.

What Do Women Want? Nothing We Aren’t Entitled To – And Yet

Women live in a world that isn’t designed to give us what we desire, or what we’ve earned – and so, we must take it for ourselves, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · Oct 1

Once federal abortion rights were revoked, criminal charges against pregnant people began going up, a new study finds.

Study: Hundreds of Women Charged With ‘Pregnancy-Related’ Crimes

The fall of Roe V. Wade has sparked an uptick in criminal charges filed against pregnant people, nonprofit Pregnancy Justice says in a new report.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · Sep 30

Devon Pritchard will take the reins at the gaming giant, known for Super Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. and The Legend of Zelda.

Nintendo Names Devon Pritchard First Woman President Of 45-Year-Old U.S. Division

Devon Pritchard will take the reins at the gaming giant, known for Super Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. and The Legend of Zelda.

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The Story Exchange @thestoryexchange.bsky.social · Sep 29

Pam Marrone's new startup, Invasive Species Corp., is developing biological ways to tackle non-native plants and animals. A potential blockbuster weed-killer is in the works.

An Innovator in Pest Control Has Her Sights on Invasive Species

Pam Marrone's new startup, Invasive Species Corp., is developing biological ways to tackle non-native plants and animals. A potential blockbuster weed-killer is in the works.

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