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Bloomberg’s sexism, like that of fellow New York City billionaire Donald Trump, has been prolific and well-documented, but for some reason, the stories about him don’t seem to have taken hold. He is still being embraced by the Democratic establishment as a viable option for its presidential nominee.
Christina Koch Lands on Earth, and Crosses a Threshold for Women in Space
Mary Robinette Kowal /
The New York Times
While we celebrate the records Ms. Koch now holds, the achievements that come directly from her efforts are less heralded. She conducted research in microgravity on mustard greens, examining the role of gravity and space on whole-plant health, cellular development and tissue growth. Perhaps most importantly, she also looked at how growing plants affects human community.
Tennessee is one of 31 states that still impose sales tax on tampons and pads. A measure to repeal it failed last year amid questions about how the state would make up the resulting loss in revenue. But in fact, Tennessee ended the year with a budget surplus, and chose to use it to give residents a tax break on ammunition.
Rules intended to protect domestic workers have only made them more vulnerable to exploitation and abuse, say activists.
Popular Mechanics is celebrating 10 incredible women who are shaping our understanding of our world and the universe. Do yourself a favor and follow them on Twitter.
In Buenos Aires, Queer Tango Takes a Revolutionary Dance Back to Its Roots
JUAN RELMUCAO /
Atlas Obscura
In traditional tango, men lead and women follow. Queer tango is creating a new paradigm.
Why public space isn’t public unless women feel free
Amulya Gopalakrishnan /
Times of India
"For true change to happen, we need to stop talking about women’s safety, and start talking about women’s freedom."
100 years ago, in Chicago, the League of Women Voters was born. Now it’s looking back at a discriminatory past and a more inclusive future
Heidi Stevens /
The Chicago Tribune
“It’s a special occasion to commemorate,” Audra Wilson, executive director of the League of Women Voters of Illinois, told me. “But the work of the league is evolution, and it’s important to also acknowledge some of the league’s challenges.”