This Moving Company Helps Women Leave Abusive Homes At No Cost
A California moving company has been donating its time and labor to help victims of domestic violence move safely and quickly.
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In Clubby France, a Muslim Woman as Justice Minister
A Muslim woman, who grew up in public housing, was recently appointed Justice Minister of France. A success story of determination and hard work, she is considered a role model for other minorities.
Woman, 61, Discovers Joy: She Has Sisters Who Are Just Like Her
A joyful reunion of three sisters after 61 years shows that even thousands of miles and decades apart cannot break the bond that is sisterhood. An adopted child, Judy never knew she had sisters until she was reunited thanks to a stranger on a geneology Website.
NY's Bloomberg Aims to Save Mothers, Children in Tanzania
New York City billionaire Mayor Michael Bloomberg is funding the expansion of a pilot maternal health program in Tanzania that is predicted to help 50,000 mothers who too often die during childbirth.
U.S. Breastfeeding Rates Rise to Record High
The percentage of U.S. mothers who breastfeed their babies has reached the highest level on record amid mounting evidence that it provides many health benefits to the child, U.S. officials said.
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.
Royal Daughters Win Equal Right to Ascend to British Throne
In a majestic moment for gender equality, female members of the British royal family were on Friday granted the same rights as males to ascend to the British throne. The historic reform overturns a 300-year rule stating that first-born sons inherit the British throne.
Make-up Tutorial Helps Older Skin Shed Ten Years (Video)
Through her online tutorials, and her role on UK television as the beauty expert for three years on the series ‘Ten Years Younger, make-up artist Lisa Eldridge has become an expert on how to do a really great look for ladies in their 50's, 60's and beyond. In a March 1 video posted on YouTube she demonstrates her techniques on a 64 year-old woman to achieve a modern, natural look.
Three Women's Rights Activists Awarded Nobel Peace Prize
Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, activist Leymah Gbowee of Liberia and rights activist Tawakkul Karman of Yemen share the honor of being awarded this year's Nobel Peace Prize, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced Friday. They were chosen for their nonviolent struggle for the safety of women and for women's rights to full participation in peace-building work.
Buffalo Bills Hire First Full-Time Woman Coach in NFL History
Kathryn Smith is named the first full time woman coach in the NFL, becoming the Buffalo Bills' quality control and special teams coach.
(CORRECTION) First Native American Woman Federal Judge
A member of the Hopi tribe has become the first Native American woman confirmed as a federal judge, and, significantly, she will serve in Arizona.
Pro-Lifer Takes Flowers to Planned Parenthood to Apologize and Say Thanks
After a shooting at Planned Parenthood that killed three people, a Christian pro-lifer went into a clinic 1,300 miles away to apologize –and celebrate them.
Augusta National Golf Club Finally Admits Women Members, After 80 years
For the first time in its 80-year history, Augusta National Golf Club has female members. The home of the Masters, under increasing criticism the last decade because of its all-male membership, invited former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and South Carolina financier Darla Moore to become the first women members when the club opens for a new season in October.
Sorority Shuts Down Stereotypes in Poignant Photo Series
This photo essay is a hands down perfect way to take down stereotypes about sororities.
International Women's Day: Three Women Turned Pennies into Empowerment
Today is the 100-year anniversary of the founding of International Women's Day—a day to celebrate the achievements of women worldwide and to rekindle efforts toward their advancement. With hopes of building a business, three women stand out as examples of how to lift themselves out of poverty.
Preparations Underway For Afghanistan's First Women's University
Afghanistan's first lady unveiled plans for the Islamic nation's first university run just for women.
World's Sexiest Doctor Raffles Himself for Date to Raise Money for Charity
People magazine's "Sexiest Doctor Alive" is raffling off a date in New York City (plus hotel and airfare) to raise money for his favorite youth charity.
Saudi King Gives Women Right to Vote and Run as Candidates
Women in Saudi Arabia will be given the right to vote and run in future municipal elections, King Abdullah announced yesterday. He also will appoint women to the all-male national advisory council.
2 Cups of Coffee Can Beat Back Breast Cancer Recurrences
An apple a day may keep the doctor away but two cups of coffee could keep breast cancer from coming back, says a major new Swedish study.
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