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While many are posting questions and concerns about coronavirus vaccine side effects, it’s important to remember that many people have no side effects from vaccines at all, NBC News’ Dr. Natalie Azar explains.

The murder of Sarah Everard, allegedly by a police officer, in South London sparked an outcry in the U.K. about violence against women that has become a global movement. LX News host Ashley Holt explains why Everard’s death touched a nerve with women around the world.

Companies and organizations around the world have been making supportive statements to celebrate International Women’s Day, but one tweet from Burger King U.K. is raising eyebrows.

This International Women’s Day, CARE is helping women get back to work.

This weekend, head coach Brenda Frese goes for her 500th win at Maryland, which would make her the winningest coach in Terps women’s basketball history. Ahead of his big milestone, News4’s Shawn Yancy catches up with Coach Frese, as the two discuss the meaning of 500, building a consistent winner in College Park, and the all-important work-life balance.

“The consequences for women could take years to recover from, and we don’t have years to wait. Families don’t have years to wait,” one expert said.

Period poverty. It’s when someone doesn’t have access to menstrual products — often because they simply can’t afford them. Scotland recently became the first country in the world to make period products free to every citizen who needs them. But here in the U.S., they are not even exempt from taxes placed on luxury goods in many states. NBCLX Storyteller...

A lone senator from Utah has blocked the bipartisan approval of two new national museums to honor American Latinos and women

Women were a key factor in Joe Biden’s presidential victory; if only men had voted, Donald Trump would have won instead

According to the 2020 Women in the Workplace study, one in four women are now considering downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce entirely. Alexis Krivkovich, one of the co-authors of the report, joins LX News to explain how the pandemic is causing burnout and how to stop this disturbing trend.

In a male-dominant industry two women launched the first whiskey to honor the untold stories of pioneering women bootleggers. The founders of Saint Liberty Whiskey, Erin Harris and Pacifica Sorelle, joined us at NBCLX to discuss how this female empowered company came about.

Kamala Harris’ vice presidential nod isn’t the only good sign women are closing the gender gap in the political world, long-dominated by men. NBCLX’ Noah Pransky details three good signs of progress.

Kimberly Faith, the author of “Your Lion Inside,” joined LX News to offer tips for women to make their voices heard and live meaningful lives.

Tatiana Calderón, the first Latin American woman behind the wheel of a Formula One car, explains how she is using her position as a female driver to encourage more women to pursue their own racing dreams in a male-dominated sport.

The COVID-19 pandemic means that millions of women in Africa and other developing regions could lose years of success in contributing to household incomes, asserting their independence and expanding financial inclusion.

News 4’s Aimee Cho takes us inside The Brown Beauty Co-Op in Dupont Circle and shows us how the owners overcame critics in order to give women of color space in the beauty industry.

A federal judge says a popular Maryland beach town can ban women from going topless in public

We’re used to Congressional State of the Union reaction ranging from standing ovations to blank stares. For two years now, Democratic women have used their attire to make a statement. News4’s Wendy Rieger spoke with Washington Post Fashion Critic Robin Givhan about the women in white.

In the heart of Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood, there is a place that’s been quietly offering hope and rebuilding lives for 45 years. News4’s Julie Carey reports.

Questions about whether chemicals used to color or straighten hair can cause cancer have swirled for years, according to Today.com. The answers have been inconsistent and inconclusive, but a large new study released on Tuesday had some sobering findings: Women who used permanent hair dye or straighteners, or applied straighteners to others, had a higher risk of developing breast cancer...