Bad Friend by Tiffany Watt Smith review refreshingly frank portraits of female friendshipFriendship expectations can lead to feelings of inadequacy in women.
English Heritage celebrates notable women in Women's History Month this MarchWomen have significantly influenced English Heritage sites through their contributions, often overshadowed by their male counterparts.
Ancient noblewoman's 5000-year-old remains found in Peru DW 04/25/2025Researchers discovered a 5,000-year-old noblewoman's remains in Caral, indicating women's significant roles in ancient Peruvian civilization.
Peru Panamarca Archaeological Site Finds Hall of the Braided Serpents'Archaeological discoveries in Panamarca suggest a powerful woman ruled the Moche culture over 1,300 years ago, challenging traditional gender perceptions.
English Heritage celebrates notable women in Women's History Month this MarchWomen have significantly influenced English Heritage sites through their contributions, often overshadowed by their male counterparts.
Ancient noblewoman's 5000-year-old remains found in Peru DW 04/25/2025Researchers discovered a 5,000-year-old noblewoman's remains in Caral, indicating women's significant roles in ancient Peruvian civilization.
Peru Panamarca Archaeological Site Finds Hall of the Braided Serpents'Archaeological discoveries in Panamarca suggest a powerful woman ruled the Moche culture over 1,300 years ago, challenging traditional gender perceptions.
What Medieval Women Read - Medievalists.netWomen in the Middle Ages were not only readers but also maintained substantial libraries, challenging the notion of exclusive male literacy.
Medieval Ladies-in-Waiting with Caroline Dunn - Medievalists.netLadies-in-waiting in medieval courts were influential figures, serving both practical and ceremonial roles beyond mere decoration.
What Medieval Women Read - Medievalists.netWomen in the Middle Ages were not only readers but also maintained substantial libraries, challenging the notion of exclusive male literacy.
Medieval Ladies-in-Waiting with Caroline Dunn - Medievalists.netLadies-in-waiting in medieval courts were influential figures, serving both practical and ceremonial roles beyond mere decoration.
8 forgotten women Egyptologists that history overlookedWomen played a crucial role in shaping the field of Egyptology despite initial barriers.
Sandy Stone is the first transgender woman introduced into the National Women's Hall of FameSandy Stone, a pioneering figure in transgender studies, became the first known trans woman inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame.
The Five author Hallie Rubenhold: I really hate true crime'The narrative of Dr. Crippen's crimes has often overshadowed the victim, Belle Elmore, emphasizing the need to refocus on women's stories in crime history.
Women Who Ruled China by Stephanie Balkwill (Book Review)The book explores the life of Empress Dowager Ling and her significant role in Buddhism and governance during the Northern Wei dynasty.
One Devoted Woman: An Interview with Kristen Holt-Browning on her debut historical novel - Medievalists.netKristen Holt-Browning's novel intertwines the lives of two women across centuries, illustrating the persistent themes of spirituality and devotion.
Blinded by the light: the visionary, forgotten women who reshaped our worlds so thrillinglyHighlighting the contributions of female artists and writers remains crucial to correcting historical oversights in recognition and scholarship.
One Devoted Woman: An Interview with Kristen Holt-Browning on her debut historical novel - Medievalists.netKristen Holt-Browning's novel intertwines the lives of two women across centuries, illustrating the persistent themes of spirituality and devotion.
Blinded by the light: the visionary, forgotten women who reshaped our worlds so thrillinglyHighlighting the contributions of female artists and writers remains crucial to correcting historical oversights in recognition and scholarship.
These Are the Most Important Allied Women of World War 2Women played pivotal roles in World War II, altering traditional gender roles and contributing significantly to the victory of the Allies.
Interview: French Fashion during the German Occupation (1940-1944)Fashion during the German Occupation in France reflected societal changes and highlighted women's resourcefulness.Fashion was a creative response to the hardships of the Occupation.
Gwen Watkins obituaryGwen Watkins, a codebreaker at Bletchley Park, played a vital role in aiding allied aviation during WWII by deciphering German Luftwaffe codes.
Wartime bravery of ambulance women revealed in photosThe bravery of women in wartime London is celebrated through newly discovered photographs, highlighting their vital roles as paramedics and drivers during WW2.
Ebony Obsidian Shines in Tyler Perry's The Six Triple EightThe Six Triple Eight highlights the untold heroism of the 6888th Women's Army Corps unit in World War II.
These Are the Most Important Allied Women of World War 2Women played pivotal roles in World War II, altering traditional gender roles and contributing significantly to the victory of the Allies.
Interview: French Fashion during the German Occupation (1940-1944)Fashion during the German Occupation in France reflected societal changes and highlighted women's resourcefulness.Fashion was a creative response to the hardships of the Occupation.
Gwen Watkins obituaryGwen Watkins, a codebreaker at Bletchley Park, played a vital role in aiding allied aviation during WWII by deciphering German Luftwaffe codes.
Wartime bravery of ambulance women revealed in photosThe bravery of women in wartime London is celebrated through newly discovered photographs, highlighting their vital roles as paramedics and drivers during WW2.
Ebony Obsidian Shines in Tyler Perry's The Six Triple EightThe Six Triple Eight highlights the untold heroism of the 6888th Women's Army Corps unit in World War II.
I'm truly happy': 108-year-old takes record for world's oldest female barberShitsui Hakoishi, a 108-year-old Japanese woman, is officially the world's oldest female barber, expressing desire to continue working.
Brooklyn's Bridge: A new musical that traverses the story behind an American landmarkThe Brooklyn Bridge symbolizes the overlooked contributions of women like Emily Roebling in history and engineering.
Farmhouse-style mansion on the market in D.C. for $7.4 millionThe farmhouse-style mansion honors pioneering women and showcases their influence in politics and architecture.
Tickets Alert: Tours of Shoreditch Town HallShoreditch Town Hall offers affordable tours showcasing its history, architecture, and notable women, enhancing cultural engagement and awareness in the community.
Brooklyn's Bridge: A new musical that traverses the story behind an American landmarkThe Brooklyn Bridge symbolizes the overlooked contributions of women like Emily Roebling in history and engineering.
Farmhouse-style mansion on the market in D.C. for $7.4 millionThe farmhouse-style mansion honors pioneering women and showcases their influence in politics and architecture.
Tickets Alert: Tours of Shoreditch Town HallShoreditch Town Hall offers affordable tours showcasing its history, architecture, and notable women, enhancing cultural engagement and awareness in the community.
New Medieval Books: Women and the Reformations - Medievalists.netThe book highlights women's significant roles in the Reformation as active agents, not just peripheral figures.
Author discusses 'Picture Bride' at the Saratoga LibrarySonia Gomez's book explores the impact of marriage on Japanese American women's lives during the early 20th century and post-World War II.
The Forgotten Woman Who Transformed ForensicsMartha Goddard invented the rape kit in the 1970s but died in relative obscurity despite her significant contribution to the fight against sexual assault.
Early English Queens with Matthew Firth - The Medieval Podcast, Episode 273 - Medievalists.netEarly queenship in England involved significant ways of legitimizing a king's rule, but historical understanding of queens is limited.
These 5 remarkable women will be on quarters in 2025The American Women Quarters Program promotes female representation on U.S. currency, celebrating the contributions of historic women in American history.
Pablo Larrain's 'Important Women' Trilogy Adds a Fundamental Layer to Our Historical DialoguePablo Larraín's 'Important Women' trilogy explores the complexities of women's lives often overshadowed by tragedy or public persona.
Alice Hudson, Librarian Who Built a Trove of Historic Maps, Dies at 77Alice Hudson significantly advanced public map collections, transforming the New York Public Library's holdings into one of the world's premier resources.
The true story of a famed librarian and the secret she guarded closelyBelle da Costa Greene was a pioneering figure in American libraries and navigated racial identity in a segregated society.
Rapture by Emily Maguire review tale of medieval female pope feels fresh and intimateEmily Maguire's novel Rapture explores faith and identity through the life of Pope Joan, emphasizing societal roles and personal challenges in a historical context.
'Childless cat ladies' have cared about America's children and future for centuriesThe 2024 presidential campaign emphasizes parenting and the U.S. birth rate more than ever, highlighting narrow definitions of motherhood.
This Female Civil War Soldier Participated in the Bloodiest Battle in American History and Spied on the South-or Did She?A Civil War soldier died revealing he was a woman; Private Franklin Thompson was also a female, Sarah Emma Edmonds, who served in disguise.
How Michael O'Connor Crafted the Tudor Costumes of FirebrandCatherine Parr's story reflects her bravery in challenging the Church of England while navigating royal court dynamics.
Kim Cattrall: I've had a life's experience I want to bring it on board'Kim Cattrall highlights the importance of female perspectives in CIA history through her role as Eloise Page in a BBC Radio podcast.