Playing a trouble-making mother-in-law in Season 2 of the award-winning series, La Streep identifies with her character’s parenting regrets.
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Forgotten Female Artists Get Rediscovered
A non-profit is bringing their works out of storage and out of the shadows.
Swim the English Channel at 60? The Mighty Mermaids Are On a Mission
Six older swimmers support each other in the water—and out. Here, as their biggest challenge unfolds, Louise Tutelian shares their inspiring story.
The Tiny Pricks Project: Protesting Misogyny One Stitch at a Time
One woman has sparked a political movement—with needlework!
Why Madonna Has Made Me So Mad—Once Again
Warning: The pop star’s new video, God Control, is insensitive and deeply upsetting. But does it have the potential for good?
This Legendary Gone With the Wind Star Just Turned 103
We’re in awe of Olivia de Havilland!
These Female Comics Laugh in the Face of Ageism and Sexism
A new comedy series called ‘Funny Women of a Certain Age’ spotlights comediennes over 50 who are as hilarious as ever—but have fewer chances to show their stuff.
“I Hate Yoga!” How Getting Bendy Actually Causes One Woman More Stress
Warrior one and chair pose may help some stay chill, but all that free time actually leads this brain down rabbit holes that can cause some major freak outs.
Gay In the Military … and Now Married: Two Women Share Their Story
Today is the sixth anniversary of the legalization of gay marriage. Sheila Weller chronicles what it took and what it means to one midlife couple to be legally wed.
The New Great Migration: Retirees Head to the Cities
Forget the golf courses of Florida or Arizona. Here’s why Boomers are craving urban life in record numbers.
