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The first time I spoke with Monique Rodriguez was two years after Mielle had been acquired by Proctor & Gamble in January 2025. She was measured and purposeful—every word landing […] The post Mielle D
I am a member of the Oneida Nation Wolf Clan of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, whose governance model influenced modern democracy and the women’s rights movement. The Haudenosaunee Confederacy is reco
Generative artificial intelligence might be the next big push, especially in professional settings, as a tool to improve productivity and skills more quickly. But what effect is this having on […] The
When Carmen Martell was 14, she met a 23-year-old man in her small New Hampshire town. He worked at the nearby brickyard, and she loved him. She started skipping school, running away and getting into
Click to expand Image Two women visit a Jobcenter in Berlin, Germany, June 25, 2025 © 2025 Jens Kalaene/picture alliance via Getty Images (Berlin, March 5, 2026) – The German government’s legislative
Reports alleging GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas sent sexually explicit texts to a now-deceased former aide have divided House Republicans. A handful have explicitly condemned him, with Rep. Anna Paul
In just one week, ESSENCE’s 19th annual Black Women in Hollywood ceremony will honor the Black women shaping the future of film and television. Naturally, then, we’re honoring the women […] The post Z
Is that enough? Instead of putting down the blush, you compulsively pat on even more. After all, in 2026, there’s no such thing as blush blindness, especially for Black women. […] The post 14 Best Pin
As the world goes digital, so does the ancient practice of child marriage. More than half a billion women and girls living today are, or were, child brides. Among young adult women aged 20 to 24, one
The Insider Edit is a curated list of pieces worth buying once and wearing forever. Entrepreneur and creator Telsha Anderson-Boone breaks down her wardrobe investments, which she defines as ranging […
"People can take anything from you, but they can never take away your education.” My roots are in Guyana, a Caribbean nation, and this mantra of resilience echoed through generations and followed me f
Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson has spent the past decade encouraging women to rethink what the next chapter of their lives can look like. Now, that message has reached a new […] The post Dr. Cheryl Polo
“In The Chair” spotlights the incredible hairstylists and makeup artists in our community who are giving us major inspiration. Each week, they discuss their personal beauty and career journeys, what t
Willow Smith is the ultimate Gen Z cool girl. From her ever-evolving natural hairstyles to her alternative edge—complete with facial adornments and an effortlessly earthy aesthetic—she can truly pull
J.I.D. has had one hell of a year, already. In the aftermath of his critically-acclaimed fourth studio release God Does Like Ugly, the Atlanta rapper received two Grammy nominations at […] The post J.
Houston Rapper Monaleo had to undergo an emergency surgery, but thankfully, she’s on the mend. The “Beating Down Yo Block” MC shared the news with fans because the surgery led […] The post Monaleo Und
Black women with Tourette syndrome have long felt invisible. A shocking moment at the British Academy Film and Television Arts awards ceremony, involving a racial slur broadcast to millions, has thrus
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
K. 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
Good 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
In 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
For 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
It 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
Rep. 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
Click 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
Rep. 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
(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
In 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
We 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
For 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
At 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
The 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
Click 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
For 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
Now 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
What 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
Milan 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
In 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
The 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
A 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
Welcome 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
Click 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
As 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
In 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
Uncle 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
The 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 .
The 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
Each 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
It’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
Impactful 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
This 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
The 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
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Award 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:
As 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,
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Gyrl 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
Two 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
Analysis: 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
One 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