The First Self-Defense Studio in the Middle East that Teaches Women to Fight Back
This female boxer was tired of women having to suffer abuse in her country – so she started the region's first ever self-defense studio for women.
Gender
Showing 81 - 100 of 124 Posts
Afghan Girls Fight Prejudice by Practicing Martial Arts (WATCH)
These vulnerable young teens are learning about self-esteem (as well as self-defense) through the elegant art of Wushu.
Surfing is Now One of the First Sports Requiring Equal Pay for Women - Lawmakers Are Following Suit
Surfers are making sure that male and female athletes from all different sports leagues are paid the same amount of money for their talent.
Finding Out Boyhood Heist Hero Was His Own Dad Brings Gift of Knowing What Makes a Man (MOTH Monday)
Not many people can say that their father was also their childhood crime hero – but that discovery has taught Liel Leibowitz an invaluable lesson.
Contraceptive Jewelry Could Be Discreet New Method of Birth Control for Women Around the World
Contraceptive jewelry could prove to be a more conspicuous and appealing method of birth control for women – especially in different countries.
Passengers Delighted to Discover Their Co-Pilots Were This Mother-Daughter Duo
Since this photo of the familial flight crew was published to social media last week, it has been shared thousands of times.
For the First Time Ever, a Woman is Awarded the Most Prestigious Mathematics Award in the World
Described as the "Nobel" of mathematics, the prize also comes with a $700,000 award, which will be presented by the King of Norway in May.
NASA Confirms First All-Female Spacewalk in History (Just in Time for Women's History Month)
Two female astronauts are set to make history later this month by becoming the first all-women crew to conduct a spacewalk from the ISS.
New Harvard Study Says That Men Can Avoid Heart Problems By Doing a Certain Amount of Pushups
This is the first known study to report an association between push-up capacity and subsequent cardiovascular disease outcomes.
Watch Woman's Reaction When She Becomes First Female Head Chef in US to Receive 3 Michelin Stars
It has been eight years since Dominique Crenn first opened up her Bay Area restaurant – but it only just earned her the esteemed 3-Michelin star rating.
Watch the Badass Footage of Africa's First All-Female Anti-Poaching Team in Action
Africa's first anti-poaching team comprised entirely of wome-fiercesome females who will stop at nothing to protect the elephants and wildlife.
Saudi King Grants Women Seats on Advisory Council for 1st Time
Saudi Arabia's official news agency said Friday that King Abdullah issued a royal decree granting women seats on the country's top 150-member advisory council for the first time.
Saudi Girls Get Gym Classes for the First Time (And Other Advances)
Saudi Arabia is changing slowly, but advances for women since 2005, including new gym classes in public schools for girls, portend a future with even more equality.
She Heard a Child's Plea in Liberia, and it Turned into Schools for 1,500 Girls
All it took was an 11-year-old asking for help to change the lives of Katie Meyler -and thousands of other girls in need.
Historic US Election Result: A Record 20 Women Will Serve in U.S. Senate
A record number of women will serve in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives after sweeping victories in Tuesday's election. Five new women elected from diverse backgrounds to the Senate will boost the total number of female lawmakers in the upper chamber to a historic level.
Botswana High Court Makes History: Allows Women to Inherit Family Home
The Botswana High Court overturned a customary law which prevented women from inheriting the family home, calling it "an unacceptable system of male domination. 65 year-old Edith Mmusi and her two sisters have fought a five-year legal battle against their nephew who said he was the rightful owner of their house.
Women Should 'Lean In' to Happiness Instead
Have you read the book Lean In by Facebook executive Sheryl Sandberg yet? In professional women's circles, it's all the rage. It has sparked conversations about whether women can truly 'have it all', and whether they even want to. But it misses a key point related to positive psychology - it's focused on success rather than happiness. What about our innate simple desire to be happy? Carin Rockind explores this in her essay, Lean In to Happiness Instead.
World Bank Raises $165 Million in Bonds for Women-Owned Businesses in Africa
The World Bank on Wednesday said its private sector arm issued about $165 million in 'women's bonds' in the first such sale by the development lender specifically aimed at raising money for businesses owned or run by women in emerging markets. Bonds tied to social or environmental targets are part of a new trend in social finance and follows a green sale of bonds to help cut greenhouse gases in developing countries.
Once Homeless She's Now the Boss of Her Own Construction Business
April Malloy turned to construction when she became homeless. Now, she closes multi-million dollar deals for Manhattan nightclubs and restaurants.
Saudi Arabia To Allow Women's Sports Clubs
Saudi Arabia is to license women's sports clubs for the first time, al-Watan daily reported, in a major step for an ultra-religious country where clerics have warned against female exercise.
Recent Stories
The Broken Bicycle: A Short Moral Story
The Tortoise's Tears: A Short Moral Story
Tokyo's Restaurant of Mistaken Orders Employs Dementia Waiters for Unexpected Meals
Man Who Vanished Nearly 30 years ago Found Alive Under Neighbour's Cellar
Man Who Won $1,300,000,000 Lottery Jackpot Sued by Family After Breaking Promise to Share Winnings
Derinkuyu, Turkey's Underground City of 20,000 People
The Monster Waves at Nazare, Portugal
The Inspiring Journey of Amber Rachdi, From 'My 600-Lb Life' to Instagram Influencer
Iceland Unveils the Largest Carbon Removal Facility on Earth
Playa de Las Teresitas: A Famous European Fake Beach Made From Sahara Desert Sand
"4 Children for Sale": The Tragic Story Of the Siblings Sold In Iconic 1948 Photo
A Tale Of Two Hands: A Starving Boy and a Missionary in Uganda