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Shan Berries launched Shades by Shan to bring affordable high-performance cosmetics to the market – and to help single parents through her nonprofit.
A Beauty Brand Giving Back to Single Working Moms
Shan Berries launched Shades by Shan to bring affordable high-performance cosmetics to the market – and to help single parents through her nonprofit.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:18 AM
Shan Berries launched Shades by Shan to bring affordable high-performance cosmetics to the market – and to help single parents through her nonprofit.
Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old wife and mother, was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Women leaders aren't staying silent.
Following ICE Shooting of Civilian, Women Leaders Express Outrage
Renee Nicole Good was killed by an ICE officer, her death captured on video. Several lawmakers have decried ICE’s actions – and are now calling for the ouster of those in charge.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old wife and mother, was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Women leaders aren't staying silent.
President Donald Trump's ties to deceased sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein can't be erased - not even by an attack on Venezuela, this op-ed states.
Invading a Sovereign Nation Won’t Make People Forget About Epstein
Trump attacked Venezuela and deposed its dictatorial leader – as critical disclosure deadlines around the Epstein files lapsed, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:45 PM
President Donald Trump's ties to deceased sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein can't be erased - not even by an attack on Venezuela, this op-ed states.
The Pentagon has requested data from military leaders on training, performance, casualties and women's "ability to deploy."
Pete Hegseth Can’t Leave Military Women Alone As He Orders ‘Readiness’ Review
The Pentagon has requested data from military leaders on training, performance, casualties and women's "ability to deploy."
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January 7, 2026 at 1:41 PM
The Pentagon has requested data from military leaders on training, performance, casualties and women's "ability to deploy."
Dr. Janell Green Smith's "heartbreaking" passing is "unacceptable” in the U.S., the American College of Nurse-Midwives said. Smith was also an advocate for Black maternal health.
Death of Midwife Shows Dire Need for Access to Quality Care
Dr. Janell Green Smith's "heartbreaking" passing is "unacceptable” in the U.S., the American College of Nurse-Midwives said. Smith was also an advocate for Black maternal health.
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January 6, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Dr. Janell Green Smith's "heartbreaking" passing is "unacceptable” in the U.S., the American College of Nurse-Midwives said. Smith was also an advocate for Black maternal health.
People in Tennessee now have a new way to protect themselves from prospective violent partners.
The First Domestic Violence Offender Registry in U.S. History Just Launched
In Tennessee, a new website will house information about individuals who have been convicted of domestic violence crimes more than once.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:47 PM
People in Tennessee now have a new way to protect themselves from prospective violent partners.
We're looking forward to diving into these books coming out in 2026 featuring complicated female characters.
8 New Novels in 2026 About Complicated Women We Can’t Wait to Read
We're looking forward to diving into these books coming out in 2026 featuring complicated female characters.
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January 5, 2026 at 12:55 PM
We're looking forward to diving into these books coming out in 2026 featuring complicated female characters.
We're most surprised at No. 6 on this list, about a powerful woman activist (from 100 years ago!) who fought for Native American culture.
Wrapped 2025: The Story Exchange’s 10 Most Popular Stories
We're most surprised at No. 6 on this list, about a powerful woman activist (from 100 years ago!) who fought for Native American culture.
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December 29, 2025 at 2:49 PM
We're most surprised at No. 6 on this list, about a powerful woman activist (from 100 years ago!) who fought for Native American culture.
Journalist Maria Shriver says what more and more people are thinking - that President Donald Trump's behavior reveals a man unfit for the office he holds, this brief op-ed notes.
Maria Shriver: ‘We Deserve So Much Better’ Than Trump’s Antics
The journalist spoke out against the president’s puerile bluster, on full display following Rob Reiner's violent death, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Journalist Maria Shriver says what more and more people are thinking - that President Donald Trump's behavior reveals a man unfit for the office he holds, this brief op-ed notes.
The return of President Donald Trump to the Oval Office informed several of The Story Exchange's staff-favorite works. Read on to see which works we enjoyed - and valued - most.
11 Staff-Favorite Works Chronicling the Highs and Lows of 2025
This year saw the return of the Trump administration, devastating wildfires, tough losses – and women working and fighting through. The Story Exchange covered it all, and then some.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
The return of President Donald Trump to the Oval Office informed several of The Story Exchange's staff-favorite works. Read on to see which works we enjoyed - and valued - most.
The former Miami-Dade County commissioner is a noteworthy choice for Miami voters on several fronts.
Miami Elects Its First Woman Mayor Ever
Eileen Higgins will also be the first Democrat, and the first non-Hispanic individual, to hold the office since the 1990s.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:34 PM
The former Miami-Dade County commissioner is a noteworthy choice for Miami voters on several fronts.
Performer Cynthia Erivo has garnered an exciting "first."
Cynthia Erivo Makes Golden Globes History
The “Wicked” star is now the first Black woman to ever receive two lead-actress nominations in the award’s 81-year history.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Performer Cynthia Erivo has garnered an exciting "first."
Several prominent people are currently benefiting from white women’s unique privilege in society.
The Dangerous Annoyance of Lovely White Women’s Tears
Writer Olivia Nuzzi and student Samantha Fulnecky have been elevated because they enjoy a privilege that can cause real harm, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Several prominent people are currently benefiting from white women’s unique privilege in society.
Ellen Murphy’s company, Sona, allows healthcare providers to instantly share ultrasound images and videos with patients.
Her Tech Makes Ultrasounds More Shareable
Ellen Murphy’s company, Sona, allows healthcare providers to instantly share ultrasound images and videos with patients.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Ellen Murphy’s company, Sona, allows healthcare providers to instantly share ultrasound images and videos with patients.
Black women living in the South have become vulnerable due to limited resources, federal funding cuts and few rural hospitals.
This Group in South Is Now at Risk for HIV, According to Report
Black women living in the South have become vulnerable due to limited resources, federal funding cuts and few rural hospitals.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Black women living in the South have become vulnerable due to limited resources, federal funding cuts and few rural hospitals.
Christine Calabrese’s EmBOSSed Book Club delivers self-development books to incarcerated readers.
Her Club Gets Books into Prisons
Christine Calabrese’s EmBOSSed Book Club delivers self-development books to incarcerated readers.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Christine Calabrese’s EmBOSSed Book Club delivers self-development books to incarcerated readers.
Pregnancy can have long-lasting impacts on women's health - and most don't know it.
Studies Show Pregnancy Problems Impact Health Later in Life
A growing body of research points to lasting medical implications, including risks of heart disease and stroke, long after pregnancy is over.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Pregnancy can have long-lasting impacts on women's health - and most don't know it.
Listen to the trailer for the 6-part podast series Seasoned on women culinary pioneers who taught us how to eat, cook and think about food.
Trailer for Seasoned Podcast on Women Who Defined American Food Culture
Listen to the trailer for the 6-part podast series Seasoned on women culinary pioneers who taught us how to eat, cook and think about food.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Listen to the trailer for the 6-part podast series Seasoned on women culinary pioneers who taught us how to eat, cook and think about food.
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz was told early in her career to "do something" about her naturally wavy hair.
A Congresswoman Recounts Curly-Haired Disses Throughout Her Career
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz was told early in her career to "do something" about her naturally wavy hair.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz was told early in her career to "do something" about her naturally wavy hair.
This year's holiday gift guide is about positive ripple effects inspired by women-led efforts.
Our ‘Ripple Effects’ Gift Guide: 15 Gifts That Give Back
Our 2025 holiday gift guide is about more than “stuff.” We selected social enterprises that make impactful products and charities that need support this season.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:37 PM
This year's holiday gift guide is about positive ripple effects inspired by women-led efforts.
The federal government will require automakers to use a new, modernized female car crash test dummy in its safety tests.
Women Will Finally Be Represented — As Car Crash Test Dummies
The federal government will require automakers to use a new, modernized female car crash test dummy in its safety tests.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The federal government will require automakers to use a new, modernized female car crash test dummy in its safety tests.
Fine, call us women who push back "pigs" - we'll still continue to ask tough questions, and speak about what's right, this op-ed says.
These Little Piggies Won’t Be Quiet, Mr. Trump
The president referred to a female reporter as swine for asking Epstein questions. But insults aren’t stopping women from speaking up anymore, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Fine, call us women who push back "pigs" - we'll still continue to ask tough questions, and speak about what's right, this op-ed says.
We bring you our 3rd episode of our 'Seasoned' special podcast on women culinary pioneers. You won't want to miss this one, on famed Creole chef Lena Richard, who died too young.
Seasoned: Women Culinary Pioneers – Lena Richard
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November 19, 2025 at 1:39 PM
We bring you our 3rd episode of our 'Seasoned' special podcast on women culinary pioneers. You won't want to miss this one, on famed Creole chef Lena Richard, who died too young.
The March of Dimes gave maternal and infant health in the U.S. a D+ rating after finding many women didn't start prenatal care until after the first trimester.
Expectant Mothers Aren’t Getting Prenatal Care Early Enough for Fourth Year Straight — Report
The March of Dimes gave maternal and infant health in the U.S. a D+ rating after finding many women didn't start prenatal care until after the first trimester.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM
The March of Dimes gave maternal and infant health in the U.S. a D+ rating after finding many women didn't start prenatal care until after the first trimester.
Nonprofit CAMFED works with girls in several African nations to make sure they finish their educations - and thrive post-graduation.
This Pan-African Nonprofit Helps Girls Finish School – By the Millions
For decades, CAMFED has ensured that impoverished girls get to learn. The organization’s staying power comes in large part from the students it guided into womanhood.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Nonprofit CAMFED works with girls in several African nations to make sure they finish their educations - and thrive post-graduation.