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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...

A new memorial will honor the work female suffragists did to fight for the right to vote. The site is close to the Occoquan Workhouse, where suffragists were jailed and in some cases beaten for protesting in favor of suffrage.

The Washington Mystics celebrated their first WNBA championship with fans on October 11, 2019.

The annual Ms. Senior DC Pageant offers women age 60 and older the opportunity to show off their talent and share their story.

 The extra cost women pay for products is often referred to as the “pink tax.” Here are some ways to avoid paying more.

U.S. government regulators are accusing software maker Oracle of engaging in discriminatory practices that resulted in thousands of its women, black and Asian employees being underpaid by more than $400 million. The allegations emerged Tuesday in a filing made in a two-year-old case that is being pursued by a part of the U.S. Labor Department that examines the pay practices...

The FDNY’s first all-women engine company has been detailed to a firehouse in Manhattan.
The six-firefighter company was detailed to Engine 503 on 51st Street in Manhattan, the FDNY said in a Facebook post.