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fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Historic Italianate Mansion That Housed a New Orleans Boarding School Is Listed for $3.1 Million-After Being Restored to Its Former Glory

The five-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom abode has had many lives since it was built in 1856, starting with its original design by architect Louis E. Reynolds.
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fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Female Spy Network Uncovered in Medieval Ypres, Study Finds - Medievalists.net

Rural women operated as spies during Flanders' revolt, delivering messages and gathering intelligence amidst conflict.
Women
fromtime.com
1 month ago

How Women Imprisoned at an All-Female Concentration Camp Resisted the Nazis

The book recounts the resistance and resilience of female prisoners at Ravensbruck concentration camp during the Holocaust.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose Woman's Club celebrating 130th anniversary in style

The San Jose Woman's Club, formed in 1894, celebrates its 130th anniversary, highlighting the importance of women's organizations in addressing social issues like suffrage.
San Jose Sharks
fromVulture
2 months ago

We May Have Already Seen the Best Film at Cannes This Year

The film explores the brutal realities faced by female maids on a farm, revealing their tragic existence and societal implications.
"Sound of Falling" intricately portrays four generations of women, highlighting their intertwined lives and struggles.
The film is recognized for setting a high standard at Cannes with its profound narrative on women's histories.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 months ago

Long and Winding Road - San Francisco Bay Times

The absence of actual images of intrepid women travelers in the 'Extreme Voyages Issue' deeply resonated with me, reflecting a historical reluctance to depict women's adventures.
Women in technology
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Schlesinger exhibit turns spotlight on largely invisible past - Harvard Gazette

"Asian American history is oftentimes invisible, given the population and the history. It's pushed to the margins. That's also reflected in the archives."
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Black female WWII unit Six Triple Eight awarded Congressional Gold Medal: 'Their story will never be forgotten'

"These women and the entire Six Triple Eight are great American patriots; loyal to a nation that for far too long failed to return that favor."
Women in technology
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

20 Everyday Items From "Back In The Day" That Doubled As Weapons For Women's Self Defense

Women in 1900 used everyday items for self-defense, reflecting societal views on female aggression and 'hysteria.'
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
3 months ago

The Unraveling of Rural Healthcare in Wisconsin and Beyond - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Immigrant women founded many of today's nonprofit health systems, exemplifying their critical role and the fragility of rural healthcare networks.
fromMiami Food Pug
4 months ago

Nom News: March 14, 2025 - Miami Food Pug

The Dead Flamingo is hosting a vibrant celebration for its one-year anniversary featuring various entertainment and surprises.
Novatore Cucina & Bar blends traditional Italian cuisine with modern innovation in Wynwood.
Women in technology
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Betty Webb, Who Helped Bletchley Park Code Breakers, Dies at 101

Charlotte Webb, a pivotal Bletchley Park codebreaker, passed away at 101, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to WWII cryptography.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Famous Radio City Rockettes' kicking off 100th anniversary celebrations | amNewYork

The Radio City Rockettes are celebrating their 100th anniversary in 2025 with initiatives focused on inclusivity and dancer development.
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Honoring the legacy of Emily Warren Roebling, who helped build the Brooklyn Bridge

Emily Warren Roebling played a crucial role in the completion of the Brooklyn Bridge, taking over after her husband's illness.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

For Well-Behaved Women Who May Never Make History

A sarcastic comment catalyzed women in Jackson, Wyoming, to take political action and successfully lead their town towards substantial improvements.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
4 months ago

Remembering China's Empress Dowager Ling, a Buddhist who paved the way for future female rulers

Empress Dowager Ling's rule is essential in understanding the evolution of female power in medieval East Asia.
fromMedievalists.net
4 months ago

Over 110,000 Medieval Manuscripts May Have Been Copied by Women - Medievalists.net

Women played a small but significant role in medieval manuscript copying, with an estimated 110,000 manuscripts attributed to female scribes.
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Meet the real Rosie the Riveter, who was unknown until a yearslong investigation revealed her identity

The identity of Rosie the Riveter was largely misattributed for decades, highlighting the cultural impact of women's wartime contributions.
Yoga
fromYogaRenew
4 months ago

Hindu Goddess Radha Storytelling by Julie Pasqual

Radha symbolizes the embodiment of true, selfless love in connection with Krishna.
fromScary Mommy
5 months ago

'Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls' Literally *Saved* Me As A Girl Mom In 2016

Reading Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls to my girl felt like something helpful to do. It reminded me that she could be anything, regardless of the world's difficulties.
Women
fromMission Local
5 months ago

Faith Petric, S.F. musician and activist, gets posthumous ovation in new documentary

Petric was a linchpin of the Bay Area music scene, and a significant historical figure through her activism and contributions to folk music.
SF music
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Overlooked No More: Margaret Getchell, Visionary Force at Macy's

Margaret Getchell was the first female executive at Macy's and played a crucial role in expanding the store's inventory and transforming retail.
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