In Europe, History—and the Populist Politics Over Muslim Women’s Dress—Repeats Itself
It appears no Austrian party could afford to stand up against the nation's controversial new veil ban.
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Following a Pay Gap Controversy, the BBC Finds Women Are Paid 9 Percent Less Than Men
The BBC did not, however, analyze the pay of senior managers, on-air editors, presenters, or correspondents.
Female Lawyers Are Interrupted More Frequently
An analysis of three decades of Supreme Court oral arguments finds male attorneys are treated more deferentially.
Episodic Television Is Hiring Record Numbers of Women and Minority Directors
It's been a banner year for diverse hiring in television.
For the First Time, a Female Officer Completed the Marines’ Grueling Infantry Officer Training Course
Thirty-five other women have attempted the course since the Marines first opened it up to women in 2012, but all failed to complete the training.
Women on Television Have Gotten More Racially and Ethnically Diverse, According to a New Study
The percent of black and Asian speaking female characters on broadcast shows is at an historic high.
Sports Magazine Covers Sexualize Female Athletes
New research finds women sports stars show more skin, and smile more frequently.
New Evidence That Selling Clothes on Facebook May Not Be Such a Great Gig
LuLaRoe sellers are complaining that, in some cities, they're vying with too many competitors.
Why Does Hollywood Tell So Many Stories About Women Obsessed With Social Media?
The woman-putting-herself-in-peril-with-tech trope dates all the way back to the 19th century.
NBC Commits to Hiring More Female Directors
The decision follows a television season in which women comprised less than a quarter of helmers on network and cable series.