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I HATE THE 2026 ‘REBRAND’

I HATE THE 2026 ‘REBRAND’

The false hope the 2026 ‘rebrand’ brings for young women in fact reinforces there is a correct way to exist. Self-improvement should not demand uniformity but should celebrate authenticity
It’s women’s history month: the importance of female friendships

It’s women’s history month: the importance of female friendships

While women’s  history can be found in our textbooks, it can also be found in everyday conversations with loved ones: the beauty and complexity of female friendships, is in everything that we do, and everything that I, personally, am
The ultimate foodie celebration for International Women’s Day

The ultimate foodie celebration for International Women’s Day

This International Woman’s day, Lucky Cat is getting involved and so can you
Trump’s ‘Hall of Shame’ comes as the latest attack on female reporters

Trump’s ‘Hall of Shame’ comes as the latest attack on female reporters

US President Donald Trump targets women journalists as he launches a new ‘Hall of Shame’ attacking the media outlets and reporters he dislikes.
Ones to Watch in Women’s Tennis

Ones to Watch in Women’s Tennis

It’s no secret that women’s tennis is shifting from the era of the Williams sisters. So here is a comprehensive guide to the next top WTA stars.
The ‘Leaky Pipeline’ framework: A black hole in STEM

The ‘Leaky Pipeline’ framework: A black hole in STEM

Creating lasting change will require safe, supportive environments for women at every level of their academic and professional journeys
The viral Graham Norton show clip and what it tells us about men’s ignorance to violence against women

The viral Graham Norton show clip and what it tells us about men’s ignorance to violence against women

Saoirse Ronan’s viral clip on the Graham Norton Show tells us a lot about how ignorant men are to violence against women, but could this finally be a turning point?
Italy’s ban on surrogacy abroad is an abhorrent attack on reproductive rights

Italy’s ban on surrogacy abroad is an abhorrent attack on reproductive rights

On October 16, the Italian Government passed a ban on surrogacy abroad. What does this mean for the reproductive rights of the Italian people?
Do women in Hollywood have a perceived ‘expiration date’?

Do women in Hollywood have a perceived ‘expiration date’?

Hollywood men become “silver foxes” with age, while forty-something women are deemed “brave” for showing natural bodies or going makeup-free. Where does this bias come from, and is it improving?
UNiDAYS announce opening of Student Woman of the Year competition

UNiDAYS announce opening of Student Woman of the Year competition

The UNiDAYS-run competition aims to support female students who are making a difference and offers a £10,000 first prize for entrepreneurial initiatives
Women’s ‘invisible labour’ is the backbone of Christmas

Women’s ‘invisible labour’ is the backbone of Christmas

All of the work women put into the festive season goes underappreciated, underacknowledged and unpaid; I’m fed up with it
The End We Start From review: Quietly moving, powerfully provocative

The End We Start From review: Quietly moving, powerfully provocative

Mahalia Belo’s depiction of an ecological crisis is grimly realistic but Jodie Comer’s portrayal of the challenges of womanhood steals the show
Iconic women who paved the way in Manchester

Iconic women who paved the way in Manchester

We highlight the lives of six of Manchester’s most inspiring women, their stories, and their legacies
Equity for women in Science: An interview with Dr Cassidy Sugimoto

Equity for women in Science: An interview with Dr Cassidy Sugimoto

In their new book, Dr Cassidy Sugimoto and Dr Vincent Larivière highlight the challenges facing women in science and how they can be addressed.
Women on Wikipedia: Is your favourite encyclopaedia gender biased?

Women on Wikipedia: Is your favourite encyclopaedia gender biased?

Dr Jessica Wade works behind the scenes on Wikipedia to try to amplify scientific achievements which go unheard of against the big names in science.
Widening pay gap exposed at the University of Manchester

Widening pay gap exposed at the University of Manchester

A report released by the University of Manchester reveals the ethnicity pay gap has widened, but the university insists that equal pay is given for work of equal value.
Rape culture in the music industry: Raye’s ‘Ice Cream Man.’

Rape culture in the music industry: Raye’s ‘Ice Cream Man.’

In this stunning but devastating song, Raye speaks for all women who have experienced sexual assault
International Women’s Day 2023

International Women’s Day 2023

What’s going on for International Women’s Day, find out here:
52 Forgotten Women: Why you should read Bygone Badass Broads.

52 Forgotten Women: Why you should read Bygone Badass Broads.

Women who have long fallen lost to history are celebrated in Mackenzie Lee’s book ‘Bygone Badass Broads,’ which gives all the inspiration you’ll need if you’re feeling low on motivation. There really is a story for everyone. Here’s why you’ll definitely be needing this one on your shelf sooner rather than later
How healthcare fails women

How healthcare fails women

Women have been neglected by the healthcare system for centuries. Surely, it’s time for a change.