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'Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret' Is Hitting the Big Screen

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Judy Blume's groundbreaking young adult novel is finally headed for the big screen. Why does the book still resonate with so many women?

Why Some Cultures Require Women to Wear Veils

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Burqas are commonly associated with repression and religious extremism. But to many people, the veil is a sign of modesty and piety, as well as a badge of honor. What is the true meaning of the veil?

Why Some Olympic Sports Are Still Open Only to Men or Only to Women

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It may surprise you that even in 2021 there are a few Olympic sports that are not open to both genders.

Who Were the Real Women Warriors of Dahomey?

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The Dahomey warriors were an all-female regiment that existed for 300 years. Their bravery is legendary and portrayed in "The Woman King."

How Global Icon Coco Chanel Reinvented Women's Fashion

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She's a symbol for fashion and feminism, and she designed the little black dress. But hanging next to it in her closet were some big skeletons, too.

How Men and Women Use Body Language to Flirt

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The body language of flirting is highly involved. Visit Discovery Health to learn all about the body language of flirting.

The Fastest Mile Time: Top 5 for Men and Women

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In the time it takes you to cook a five-minute meal in the microwave, elite-level runners have finished their 1-mile run - with time to spare. More impressively, some of these athletes continue to show that we have yet to reach the limit for physical achievements by shaving fractions off the fastest mile time.

Aswang: Feeding on Baby Blood and Preying on Pregnant Women

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When it comes to Filipino folklore, few figures stir the imagination — or the fear factor — quite like the aswang. This mythical creature isn't just one thing; it's a category of terrifying, shape-shifting beings with a taste for human flesh and a knack for haunting bedtime stories across the Philippines.

What happens when pregnant women smoke?

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Pregnancy and smoking should never be mixed because of the harm it can cause to the developing baby. Learn more about pregnancy and smoking.

Preventing Female Hair Loss with Nutrition

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Female hair loss can be embarrassing and disappointing. Learn how nutrition can help prevent and reduce female hair loss.

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