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Don’t call it a ‘mess.’ ‘Clustering’ is gaining traction on social media for its revamping of nostalgia.
'Clustering' is the act of intentionally displaying a clutter of meaningful items, usually on a bedside table or vanity. When one creator decided to dedicate an Instagram account to strangers' clustering, her submissions exploded.
Vaccinating both girls and boys against HPV is more effective, new study shows
Both girls and boys should be vaccinated against HPV in order to prevent cervical cancer and other forms of cancer, according to a new study.
HPV vaccination rates have been climbing for a decade. In 2022, they stalled, the CDC reports.
Despite evidence that the HPV vaccine is safe, effective and can help prevent cancer, HPV vaccination rates in the U.S. remain “suboptimal,” say experts.
Moms and daughters have been sharing 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret' for 5 decades. Why they say the Judy Blume book has 'stood the test of time.'
"Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret" star Rachel McAdams tells Yahoo she's saving a signed copy of Blume's book for her daughter, who is 2 years old.
Sydney Sweeney says she felt ‘ostracized’ for developing breasts early. Now, more women are sharing their ‘traumatic experience’ with puberty.
The actress sparked an important conversation about puberty, sexuality and body image.
Should school dress codes prevent girls from wearing leggings? Experts weigh in.
"The dress code treats boys unfairly by presuming they cannot control themselves around girls," says one expert. "And it perpetuates the very damaging idea that risqué clothing is responsible for sexual advances."
How to talk to boys about their siblings' periods: Experts explain how to have the conversation
Experts say the period conversation is one that's necessary to have with the young people in your home who do not menstruate. Here's how to do it.
5 easy ways to help girls squash gender bias
Mattel, MAKERS and Girls Leadership are teaming up to address the gender bias that limits girls' dreams and possibilities. Here are five ways adults can help and support girls navigate this issue and realize they really can do anything.
Tessa Virtue reflects on being 'a girl with big dreams' in childhood throwback photo
The former Olympic ice dancer celebrated International Day of the Girl Child in a new throwback post.
You don’t need to have your period every month, according to gynecologists
If you're not trying to get pregnant, a monthly period is not necessary, say experts. In fact, it could even be good for your health.
Lena Dunham on making 'a movie about sex without any female nudity in it' and mourning Roe v. Wade
In wide-ranging interview, Dunham discusses how TikTok helped inspire her new movie "Sharp Stick" and why SCOTUS's decision to overturn abortion rights was one of the "darkest days" in her life.
How to talk to young boys about abortion rights: 'Perhaps this time in our country will be a teaching opportunity'
"Contraception, safe sex, consensual sex and all things sex must absolutely be talked about with our teen girls ... and boys more now than ever."
Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison in Jeffrey Epstein sex abuse case
Ghislaine Maxwell, the socialite who was convicted of helping financier Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse underage girls, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. The judge said Maxwell played a “pivotal” role facilitating “heinous and predatory” abuse.
What happens when you can't afford menstrual products? Period poverty explained
Period products are an expense that many in the U.S. can't afford. Here's how they manage — and what people can do to help.
Jemima Kirke says Lena Dunham is the only 'Girls' co-star she's still in touch with — but would be up for a reboot
The actress who played Jessa says creator Lena Dunham "would be too scared" to make a show like "Girls" today.
'We Cry in Silence': Investigating child sex trafficking in India
Smita Sharma, a photojournalist, has photographed and interviewed more than 50 young survivors of sex trafficking in India and Bangladesh. Child marriage and sex slavery of young girls are still common in the northern subcontinent, and many children are enticed from their homes every year by traffickers.
Why women and girls are celebrating 'Encanto' sibling Luisa: 'She's more than just size and strength'
The "Encanto" character and her muscular appearance are gaining attention from women and girls who say "there's no one way to be a girl or to be feminine."
Thermajohn long john sets for the entire family are on sale on Amazon for as low as $24 — XS to 4XL
Get these No. 1 best-selling cold-weather underwear staples for men, women and kids.
Pretty traditional cheongsams for women (and girls) of all shapes and sizes
Embrace CNY by donning the traditional cheongsam with modern designs that do not restrict your movement. Sizes range from 2XS to 4XL.
Radio show announcers fired after body-shaming high school girls on-air
A Maine radio station fired two sports announcers who were caught body-shaming high school girls on a hot mic during their basketball game.
'They are so defiant and so strong': Photojournalist Paula Bronstein on documenting women and girls in Afghanistan
Photojournalist Paula Bronstein has covered Afghanistan for 20 years. She was recently evacuated from Kabul, shortly before the Taliban took over the capital city. Bronstein tells Yahoo News about some of the human rights issues faced by the Afghan women and girls she's documented through photos since December 2001.
Lena Dunham, 34, recalls 'fighting my a** off to stay in the mix' in her 20s
The "Girls" creator and star acknowledged all she's been through in the past decade.
There are a lot of forces out there trying to keep us disconnected: Ava DuVernay
Director Ava DuVernay discusses her movie "13th" and the VR project "New Realities."
1 in 10 teenage girls have endometriosis – but they have to wait years before diagnosis
It was previously thought the painful womb condition was rarer in adolescents.
Comedian Cristela Alonzo says her white partner made 3 times more money for former ABC sitcom 'Cristela'
Alonzo said she was paid less than her writing partner on her 2014-2015 show.
Girl, 11, organizes Black Lives Matter march alone, rallies neighborhood: 'If we don’t speak up today, there will be no tomorrow'
The 11 year-old girl was determined to speak out about the death of George Floyd.