Prunes Can Protect Older Women Against Osteoporosis, Says Penn State Study
Previous research has shown that prunes contain polyphenol extracts, plant compounds that act as antioxidants and reduce inflammation.
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Lawyer Smashes World Record Becoming Fastest Female to Row Across the Atlantic - To Show Girls Anything is Possible
London lawyer Victoria Evans has set a new world record for the fastest female solo row across the Atlantic, slashing 9 days off the old one.
73% of These Women Who Started Businesses During Pandemic Say It's Easier Than Ever to Be Successful
According to a new OnePoll on behalf of Office Depot, 33% of female small business owners were motivated to start their own businesses to inspire other women.
This Woman Escaped Slavery by Hiding in Plain Sight - Disguised as a White Man
The Crafts decided they had the method and means to affect an escape from bondage, by dressing Mrs. Craft up as a young white man. It worked.
Using the Sun to Fight Food Waste And Stretch Yields
In rural India, an agri-tech company has created solar powered food dehydrators that are saving millions of tons of food and CO2 emissions.
Live Cells Discovered in Human Breast Milk Could Lead to Future Breast Cancer Treatments
Breast milk contains cells, which were once thought to be dead or dying, but are in fact alive and well—and being studied for cancer research.
New Illinois Law Allows Women to Get Birth Control Pills from a PharmacistâWithout a Doctor Involved
Seeking to aid disadvantaged individuals and communities, Illinois has made birth-control methods available after a pharmacist consultation.
Watch Woman Save Bees By Rescuing Hives From Old Buildings With Her Bare Hands
In Austin Texas, a beekeeping enthusiast removes problem hives without any protective equipment simply by reading the bees' mood.
Oscar Winning Film Spurs Pakistan's Leader to Action on Honor Killings
Amid the glitz and glamour of the Academy Awards on February 28, one deadly serious documentary was busy changing the world.
Women Find Empowerment and Fun In Female Baseball League
The time has finally come where women can play the same sports that men can – including competitive baseball.
Anonymous and Encouraging Message Posted in University Restroom
A photo of a notebook page taped to a bathroom wall at her university has gone viral because of its encouraging and positive message meant for women who have written on the stalls about some of their saddest life experiences.
65-Year-old Woman Becomes Oldest to Climb the World's Highest Peaks
On March 17, a triumphant 65-year-old mountain climber from Utah reached the tallest peak of Mount Kosciuszko in Australia, making her the oldest woman in the world to have reached the summit of the highest mountains on each of the world's seven continents.
Olympic Runners Don't Leave Each Other's Side During Race Despite Injured Ankle
Abbey D'Agostino and Nikki Hamblin could have left each other behind for the sake of the gold, but that's not the true Olympian spirit.
Crowd Cheers as Girl Saves Unsuspecting Fan from Fast Fly Ball (WATCH)
No one could even see the ball going 103 miles per hour, let alone catch it – except for this ninja-like ball girl standing guard over the side field.
Free Women's Legal Clinic Opens, in Partnership With Law School
A new center for women, the first of its kind in British Columbia, opened its doors May 24 to provide legal help for free or a reduced-cost.
It's Decided: The Famous Women On New US Currency Will Be…
Harriet Tubman isn't the only one who is about to receive recognition for her historical achievements...
Homecoming Queen Kicks Winning Field Goal (w/ Video)
Brianna Amat, the first girl to make the varsity football team at her high school in Michigan, was called onto the field during halftime -- while she was still in her uniform -- and crowned Homecoming Queen. Less than an hour later, she made a 31-yard field goal, helping her team win the game 9-7.
Taxi Service By Women, For Women, Launches in India
Created to prevent harassment of women, this is the first transportation service of its kind in India.
Thousands of Indian Doctors Fight Sexism by Delivering Baby Girls For Free
In order to change India's public perception of women, 17,000 medical officials are pledging to deliver baby girls for free or a discounted price.
New Treatment Offers Hope for Women With Frequent Hot Flashes
This exciting new treatment decreased women's hot flashes by 73%, while also decreasing severity and frequency.
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