The Ridiculous History of Virginity Tests
Plus, the insane ways people still use virginity tests today.
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Tech TV: Silicon Valley vs. ‘Silicon Valley’
Media depictions of tech are rubbing some viewers the wrong way—but the entertainment industry is not the real problem.
The Earthquake Experiment: An Outside Reading List
A short list of the stories we wish we’d written.
The Long History of Jeans in Women’s Protest
Jeans may be ubiquitous now, but there's a reason why the Denim Day organizers chose them as their symbol.
Power, Pucks, and Parity: The Ongoing Discrimination of Female Collegiate Coaches
Shannon Miller is out a job, but the reason why is not yet clear.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Young Professor Studying Why More Women and Minorities Don’t Pursue Science
We canvassed the world of the social and behavioral sciences, looking for rising stars whose careers promise to make a lasting mark. We'll be profiling the top 30 throughout the month of April.
Dispatches From the Russian River: Pioneers and Profiteers
Like the '49ers before them, modern-day techies arrive with a dream and feel as if they deserve to realize it.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Professor of Peace Studies Working to Improve the Lives of Women and Children
We canvassed the world of the social and behavioral sciences, looking for rising stars whose careers promise to make a lasting mark. We'll be profiling the top 30 throughout the month of April.
For Women, Divorce Increases Risk of Heart Attack
Re-marriage lowers cardiovascular risks for divorced men, but not for divorced women.