Five years ago, Robin Washington and I started Black Women on Boards with a simple problem: we were both at capacity – serving on multiple boards, fielding opportunities – but […] The post Corporate B
Essence · Mar 4, 2026K. Michelle’s beauty has long been a topic of discussion. “You know how people put bodies on you? They put surgeries on me,” she told ESSENCE back in 2022. If […] The post K. Michelle’s Beauty Evoluti
Essence · Mar 4, 2026Good morning, and welcome to the court’s fourth opinion day in less than two weeks. We will be live blogging beginning at 9:30 a.m. EST. The post SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, March 4 appeared first on S
SCOTUSblog · Mar 4, 2026In USPS v. Konan , the justices denied that mail carriers who refused to deliver to a Black landlord should pay damages. The ruling makes it even harder to sue the government for blatant racism and re
Rewire News Group · Mar 4, 2026For nearly two decades, the Black Women in Hollywood luncheon has functioned as both celebration and corrective — a space that centers Black women’s labor and leadership in an industry […] The post ES
Essence · Mar 4, 2026It seems like Black women in the workforce are under siege right now. Not only was there a forced exodus of hundreds of thousands of Black women in 2025 thanks […] The post Losing Your Job Is One Thin
Essence · Mar 4, 2026Rep. Jasmine Crockett lost the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas to state Rep. James Talarico, Decision Desk HQ projects. Talarico, a state lawmaker from an Austin-area district, defeated Cr
The 19th · Mar 4, 2026Click to expand Image Women walk past a fountain in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, July 6, 2023. © 2023 Ilya Pitalev/Sputnik via AP Photo Three years after Uzbekistan criminalized domestic violence, data shows
Human Rights Watch · Mar 4, 2026Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas has advanced to a runoff in the Republican primary for the House seat he’s held since 2020, according to Decision Desk HQ, after reports that he sent sexual text messages t
The 19th · Mar 4, 2026(Washington, DC) – The United States government on March 2, 2026, announced sanctions on Rwanda’s military and four senior commanders because of their support for the abusive M23 armed group in the De
Human Rights Watch · Mar 4, 2026In 1916, just as Americans were beginning to enjoy the new travel freedoms that came with motorized vehicles, a couple of frustrated leaders of the campaign to secure women’s rights to vote, Alice Sni
Ms. Magazine · Mar 3, 2026We adore a comeback. We worship momentum. If something is working, we insist it accelerate. What unsettles us, though, is a pause. Is this a fall-off? Mismanagement? The beginning of […] The post Surv
Essence · Mar 3, 2026For adults who’ve conveniently blocked out memories of their own teenage angst, director Paloma Schneideman’s Big Girls Don’t Cry may bring all those feelings roaring back—but it’ll also urge you to h
Ms. Magazine · Mar 3, 2026At some point you have probably pulled up a ticketing app looking for WNBA (or any women’s sporting event) seats and ended up spending more time digging through search results […] The post StubHub Jus
Essence · Mar 3, 2026The Luann Dummer Center for Women at the University of St. Thomas will host a Women’s History Month event on Thursday, March 5, featuring a moderated conversation between Elaine Welteroth, former edit
Ms. Magazine · Mar 3, 2026Click to expand Image Transgender and LGBTQ rights flags sit on the desks of legislators in the Kansas House chamber in Topeka, February 19, 2026. © 2026 John Hanna/AP Photo Across the state of Kansas
Human Rights Watch · Mar 3, 2026For Black women, pixie cuts have proven to be a pre-spring favorite. They’re cool, sexy, and work on virtually every face shape. But, this time around, there’s one specific style […] The post Olandria
Essence · Mar 3, 2026Now that Milan Fashion Week FW26 has come to a close, a few moments from the season are still living rent-free in our minds. Maximilian Davis is still going strong […] The post Our Favorite Fashion Mo
Essence · Mar 3, 2026What about your friends? Solid friendships have the ability to fortify, inspire and keep us grounded when the world around us gets unpredictable and even scary. Without them, we can […] The post ESSEN
Essence · Mar 3, 2026Milan Fashion Week has officially wrapped, and all eyes are shifting to Paris Fashion Week. But, before the industry turns its full attention to Paris, it’s worth revisiting some of […] The post Our F
Essence · Mar 3, 2026In just over one week, ESSENCE’s 19th annual Black Women in Hollywood ceremony, honoring the Black women shaping the future of film and television, will honor the trajectory of none […] The post Kerry
Essence · Mar 3, 2026The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. The Supreme Court is continuing to
SCOTUSblog · Mar 3, 2026A third of American workers now have access to some form of government-issued paid leave — the biggest share ever. The United States is one of only a handful of countries that doesn’t have a federal
The 19th · Mar 3, 2026Welcome to SCOUTSblog’s newest recurring series, in which we interview experts on different supreme courts around the world and how they compare to our own. For our debut column, we […] The post The U
SCOTUSblog · Mar 3, 2026Click to expand Image Aerial photo of the Pentagon building in Washington, DC, February 2, 2026. © 2026 Julia Demaree Nikhinson/ via AP Photo The United States Department of Defense’s decision on Febr
Human Rights Watch · Mar 3, 2026As we’ve noted before, we read a lot of legal news in the process of preparing this newsletter. Here’s a headline we saw recently that we won’t soon forget: References […] The post SCOTUStoday for Tue
SCOTUSblog · Mar 3, 2026In Minneapolis, intense immigration enforcement is disrupting HIV care for Latino communities, a group already disproportionately affected by the virus. The post Too Afraid to Leave Home: ICE’s Toll o
Rewire News Group · Mar 3, 2026Uncle Nearest officially entered the eighth month of a fiery legal battle with its lender, and things are only escalating in court. A motion filed Feb. 25 showed that the […] The post Uncle Nearest Fo
Essence · Mar 3, 2026The post Nike Wants Factory Workers to Earn a Decent Living. In Indonesia, It’s Moved Into Areas Where Workers Don’t. appeared first on ProPublica .
ProPublica · Mar 3, 2026The Supreme Court on Monday night granted a request from a group of California parents to reinstate a ruling by a federal district court that prohibits schools in that state […] The post Court sides w
SCOTUSblog · Mar 3, 2026Each month, Ms. provides readers with a list of new books being published by writers from historically excluded groups. Wishing you a powerful, inspired and liberatory Women’s History Month! Check out
Ms. Magazine · Mar 2, 2026It’s March 2nd, which means we’re officially in the thick of Pisces season. Whether you’re jetting off to celebrate your special day seaside or keeping things cozy with something fun […] The post Sens
Essence · Mar 2, 2026Impactful educators who intentionally and passionately pour into their students are invaluable parts of our community. Dr. Asya Johnson, founding principal and creator of the HBCU Early College Prep H
Essence · Mar 2, 2026This op-ed by PRH Fellow Stacy Sun, originally published in the Buffalo Sun, examines how the Maternal Health, Dignity, and Consent Act would require informed consent for drug testing in pregnancy, st
Physicians for Reproductive Health · Mar 2, 2026The National Women’s Law Center led a coalition of 149 organizations—including organizations advocating for disability rights and justice, access to health and human services, LGBTQI+ equality, gender
National Women's Law Center · Mar 2, 2026The Fight for Facts: Defending Access to Comprehensive Sex Education from the Anti-Abortion Agenda Policy Analysis mcherins <time datetime="2026...
Guttmacher Institute · Mar 2, 2026Award show season continues to press on with standout fashion moments. For starters, Regina Hall stunned in custom Cong Tri at the SAG Awards, while Ryan Coogler and Zinzi Coogler […] The post ICYMI:
Essence · Mar 2, 2026As the SAVE America Act moves through Congress and outside groups mobilize on both sides, confusion about what the bill would actually require has fueled misinformation and political spin. If passed,
Ms. Magazine · Mar 2, 2026The post ProPublica Sues Education Department for Withholding Records About Discrimination in Schools appeared first on ProPublica .
ProPublica · Mar 2, 2026Gyrl Wonder is stepping into a new chapter, and it is bringing some heavy hitters along to celebrate. The national nonprofit, which has spent 11 years building pathways for young […] The post Gyrl Won
Essence · Mar 2, 2026Two hundred and fifty years ago, a small group of men declared that “all men are created equal,” casting a vision of liberty that has shaped the American imagination ever since. Yet even as they debat
Ms. Magazine · Mar 2, 2026Analysis: Several GOP towns and states now allow residents to sue each other for getting abortion care. The reward: money. In February, Kansas passed a similarly designed trans bathroom ban. The post
Rewire News Group · Mar 2, 2026One of the best things about New York City is the range of options on tap. From restaurants to museums to theatres to events, there’s always something to do and […] The post The Best Nail Studios For
Essence · Mar 2, 2026There’s a quiet revolution underway in adventure culture, and Black women are leading it with intention. Spaces once treated as off-limits or “not for us” are being reclaimed through lived, […] The po
Essence · Mar 2, 2026Across the country, citizens are paying close attention to these top stories that are impacting travel plans, public safety and how accountability is determined from a university professor to United [
Essence · Mar 2, 2026Time spent outdoors supports overall well-being, and Black women are increasingly reclaiming the outdoors as a space for grounding, restoration, and connection. Whether it’s biking through tree-lined
Essence · Mar 2, 2026Years of campaigning led to the release of 81 women imprisoned under the country’s strict reproductive laws, but the suspension of civil rights by President Nayib Bukele is fuelling a new wave of crim
The Guardian Women · Mar 2, 2026In Our Own Voice honors Congresswoman Robin Kelly with the 2025 Reproductive Justice Champion Award on Capitol Hill. At a time when Black women, girls, and gender-expansive people face escalating atta
National Black Women's RJ Agenda · Mar 2, 2026Jobs have long hired their employees based on experience. Generally, the more, the better, especially for senior level positions. Today, however, hiring managers are changing how they find talent, mea
Essence · Mar 2, 2026Stephanie Walters doesn’t know what she will do if Idaho stops funding home care for her daughter. Until recently, this option would have been unthinkable. But because of steep cuts to Medicaid from D
The 19th · Mar 2, 2026WASHINGTON — Tonight, the U.S. Supreme Court barred California from enforcing its guidance prohibiting schools from forcibly outing transgender students while lower courts consider a challenge to the
National Women's Law Center · Mar 2, 2026The post Applications Open for 2026 ProPublica Investigative Editor Training Program appeared first on ProPublica .
ProPublica · Mar 2, 2026As award season rolls on, the Actor Awards (formerly known as the SAG-AFTRA Awards) capped off a whirlwind weekend of ceremonies. Still, Black Hollywood’s finest haven’t let up for a […] The post The
Essence · Mar 2, 2026As the 2026 Actor Awards approach this evening, two films sit at the center of the conversation—One Battle After Another and Sinners. Both projects have dominated the awards circuit in […] The post ‘S
Essence · Mar 1, 2026News commentators still overlook the obvious when they speculate about why the majority of white female voters in the last three presidential elections cast their ballots for a dishonest, fraudulent,
Ms. Magazine · Mar 1, 2026The 57th NAACP Image Awards closed out a week of celebrations with a dominant showing from Sinners, which capped its run with 13 total wins across five nights of events. […] The post Michael B. Jordan
Essence · Mar 1, 2026Tonight, on the final day of Black History Month’s 100th anniversary, the NAACP Image Awards honored the actresses, musicians, and writers who’ll be remembered in our future books. But, before […] The
Essence · Feb 28, 2026For decades, policymakers across political parties understood that political, economic and social progress cannot be achieved by leaving half the population behind. Advancing women’s opportunities, le
Ms. Magazine · Feb 28, 2026The post A Secret Survey From Inside a Women’s Prison Tells Stories of Domestic Abuse Untold in Court appeared first on ProPublica .
ProPublica · Feb 28, 2026Click to expand Image Activists and representatives of the European Citizens’ Initiative "My Voice, My Choice" hold a press conference at Press Club Brussels Europe, presenting their campaign for safe
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