Economics A Brief History of the Coffee Shop as a Symbol for Gentrification Neighborhood change has long gone hand in hand with the coffee bean. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief Former NFL Star O.J. Simpson Granted Parole Simpson was convicted of 12 offenses in 2008, including kidnapping and armed robbery. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief U.K. Advertising Watchdog Proposes Ban of Gender-Stereotyping Ads Ads that suggest that an activity is inappropriate for girls or boys because they are more suitable for the opposite sex, or shows a woman cleaning alone, would be axed under the new proposed regulations. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief Paul Ryan Promises Changes to the House’s Dress Code Under Ryan's new changes, tank-top blouses and professional sandals could potentially be allowed. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief This Year’s Emmy Nominations Were the Most Diverse Ever. Again. Comedy was the most diverse category, and Limited Series or Movie the least. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief A Female Representative Just Flouted the House’s Unwritten Dress Code This is not the first time Representative Martha McSally has protested government-issued dress codes. Katie Kilkenny
Social Justice From Stewardess to Prostitute to Pet-Shop Owner, a History of the Many Lives of Catwoman Tim Hanley's new book shows us how Catwoman has long channeled anxieties—and excitement—over women behaving badly. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief Female Reporters Are Being Turned Away From the House of Representatives for Wearing Sleeveless Tops One female reporter was prevented from entering the Speaker's Lobby because her shoulders weren't covered. Katie Kilkenny
News in Brief Disney Fans Are Protesting the Removal of ‘Wench Auction’ From Theme Parks Several change.org petitions have sprung up to bring the bidding back. Katie Kilkenny
Social Justice Daniel Dae Kim Leaves ‘Hawaii Five-0’ After Reportedly Seeking Pay Parity Sources claim Kim and Grace Park were offered 10 to 15 percent less than their white co-stars make per season. Katie Kilkenny