The New FaceApp Viral Craze Makes You Look Older—But That’s Not the Scariest Thing About It
Have you seen this new viral filter that makes you look aged?
That Apollo 11 Night, 50 Years Later: Reflections on What We Found and Lost
Up late at summer camp, Kate Stone Lombardi watched the grainy images. Now, half a century later, she reflects on where our culture has landed.
You’re Gonna Love The History Chicks—a Podcast that Celebrates Badass Women
The stories of famous women throughout history, from Harriet Tubman to Charlotte Brontë, get told.
Gerty Simon: A Pioneering Photographer Who Reinvented Herself to Survive the Nazis
A new exhibit highlights the previously hidden work of a ground-breaking female artist, who had to flee Germany in the 1930s for her life. Marcia G. Yerman shares her remarkable story.
Why Meryl Streep Thinks Her Creepy Big Little Lies Character is Important
Playing a trouble-making mother-in-law in Season 2 of the award-winning series, La Streep identifies with her character’s parenting regrets.
Forgotten Female Artists Get Rediscovered
A non-profit is bringing their works out of storage and out of the shadows.
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.
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.
Two Icons Are Turning 70 (And One May be Our Next President)
A presidential candidate and an Oscar winner share a birthday. These two female icons are turning 70!
We’re Digging Pam Grier’s Gratitude Attitude
Loving life and laughing all the time: The actor, who just turned 70, shows us how it’s done. Susan Hornik reports.
Why We’ll Remember Gloria Vanderbilt More for Her Resilience Than Her Fashion
Gloria Vanderbilt was best known for the jeans empire from the late ’70s that bore her name. But there are many other reasons to admire her.
This 78-Year-Old Ballerina is Keeping Us All on Our Toes
The message from Suzelle Poole’s long and vibrant career is, “Don’t Stop Dancing!”
Elaine May Finally Gets a Tony, but Her Road Here Wasn’t Easy
The renowned humorist’s return to the stage culminates in a big night on Broadway.
What If the O.J. Case Happened Today?
On the 25th anniversary of the double murders that rocked the nation, Sheila Weller, who literally wrote the book on the topic, contemplates if Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman would still be alive if the case unfolded today.
Designing Women: Females Over 50 Shine at This Year’s CFDA Awards
These award-winners prove that fashion isn’t just for the young.
An Art World Powerhouse Is Celebrating the Works of Female and Non-binary Talent
The Every Woman Biennial takes on L.A. this month with the work of 600 female and non-binary artists.
JoAni Johnson: Suddenly a Supermodel at 67
Meet JoAni Johnson, one of the faces of singer Rihanna’s new fashion label.
