Claudia Sheinbaum set to become Mexico’s first woman president
Mexico's presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum reacts during a press conference after the general elections in Mexico City, Mexico, on Sunday. Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and…
Mexico electing first female president in its history
MEXICO CITY — Claudia Sheinbaum, a U.S.-educated scientist-turned-politician, was elected Sunday as Mexico’s first female president, shattering gender barriers in a country known for its culture…
Sally Buzbee, first woman to lead The Washington Post, steps down | Media News
Buzbee’s departure comes after publisher told employees the paper lost $77m last year. The top editor at The Washington Post, Sally Buzbee, has stepped down…
Woman, 22, dies after being hit by a vehicle in Manchester as two men, 18 and 20, arrested over ‘dangerous driving’
A 22-YEAR-OLD woman has died after being hit by a vehicle with two men arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Emergency services…
For some incarcerated women, getting menstrual products is a nightmare
One of the things Alissa Moore remembers clearly from her time in prison is how the guards taunted her when she asked for a tampon.…
Man and woman with gunshot wounds found dead at property in Albany Creek, Brisbane
Police are investigating after a man and woman were found dead in Brisbane's north this afternoon.Police were called to a property in Jambaroo Street, in…
For Emma Hayes, building trust with USWNT players is critical
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. — Emma Hayes has been on the job less than a week yet she’s already learning some valuable things about the players she’ll…
Mickalene Thomas at the Broad, Simone Leigh at CAAM and LACMA
Last week two solo exhibitions bearing voluminous — and timely — insight arrived at Los Angeles museums. Each is a mid-career survey of feminist painting,…
Texas Supreme Court rejects challenge to abortion law
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Supreme Court on Friday rejected a challenge to one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S. following a lawsuit…
‘Young Woman and the Sea’ review: Epic story of perseverance
After distance swimmer Trudy Ederle swam the English Channel in 1926, she had the biggest parade for an athlete in New York City — ever.…
Is advanced age only an issue for women in political office?
In 2018, Dianne Feinstein was elected to her fifth full U.S. Senate term. She was 85. Her opponent, Kevin de León, was more than 30…
The best Las Vegas spas with day passes (and no hotel booking needed)
Day pass fee: $125 Included amenities: Sauna, steam room, herbal laconium room, igloo room, sensory showers, a jacuzzi. With 134,000 square feet of space, Canyon…
Why UCLA basketball star Gabriela Jaquez joined Bruins’ softball team
On the basketball court, Gabriela Jaquez is in constant motion. The 6-foot sophomore forward cuts to the rim with precision, sprints down the floor without…
Woman and young man found dead at home in quiet village with murder probe launched – as man, 63, is arrested
A MURDER investigation has been launched after a woman and young man were found dead at home. A 63-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion…
Man faces court after man and woman allegedly stabbed during violent home invasion in Canberra
In short: An 18-year-old man has been charged over an alleged home invasion and the stabbing of two people at a home in Conder in…
Melinda French Gates to donate $1 billion in support of women’s equity
Melinda French Gates says she will be donating $1 billion over the next two years to individuals and organizations working on behalf of women and…
Woman arrested after man fatally stabbed in home in Sydney’s eastern beaches
A woman has been arrested after a man was allegedly stabbed and killed in a home in Matraville in Sydney's eastern beaches. At around 6:15pm on…
13-year-old soccer prodigy Mckenna Whitham aiming to make NWSL
There aren’t many things Mckenna Whitham can’t do on a soccer field. She’s fast. She can shoot. She can dribble. She can pass. “She has…
Woman finds 'world's most beautiful place' with blue water and mountains – and it's in Europe
Just a three-hour direct flight from the UK there is a 'enhancing' holiday destination with towering mountains, beautiful beaches, clear seas, and quaint towns. Visitors…
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles cancels visa of man who allegedly murdered woman after it was reinstated
In short: Murder accused Emmanuel Saki's visa has been cancelled by the immigration minister.Andrew Giles has been under pressure since a direction he penned aided…