Beauty and Style

Judge to Rule on Abortion, Breast Cancer Link

In the latest anti-abortion battleground, an upcoming trial in North Dakota will decide if an abortion clinic must inform its patients that a positive link exists between breast cancer and abortion--a position not supported by the latest science.

Your Guide To Tummy Tucks

A tummy tuck is a procedure that tightens the midsection and can provide radical improvement in appearance. The procedure is not for everyone, so it is best to understand a tummy tuck before going forward.

Jewelry Secrets Every Woman Should Know

Women love to look good, and an important part of style is choosing the right accessories. Not only that, but the way that you wear them will also have an impact on your entire appearance. If you want to get the most out of your jewelry collection, take note of the following jewelry secrets that are sure to please:

Asian-Americans Criticize Eyelid Surgery Craze

Some young Asian-American women are just saying no to the eyelid surgery so many peers are undergoing. They see the painful and expensive procedure--even more widespread in Korea and China--as an offensive alteration of ethnic identity.

Crew of Retired Fireboat Answers Sept. 11 Call

In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, the retired fireboat John J. Harvey was called back into service to fight blazes and aid survivors. Jessica DuLong, the boat"s engineer and a freelance journalist, recounts this time in "My River Chronicles."

Hospital Program Identifies More Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is gaining recognition, but many victims still keep it to themselves. Kaiser Permanente"s push to identify the problem among patients and staff in California has produced a big jump in the the number of reports.

Death Sentence Looms Over Sri Lankan Teen Migrant

Sri Lankan women who migrate to work as maids and domestic servants in Saudi Arabia suffer widespread abuse, rights activists say. One of them, 19-year-old Rizana Nafeek, is appealing a beheading sentence after a child in her care died.

Try Traditional Chinese Medicine And Infertility

The traditional Chinese medicine and infertility medicine used has been used for centuries by the Chinese. If you look at their population ratio compared to the United States, you would have to agree that their infertility medicine works. They also have methods of medicine such as acupuncture that are now used more widely in the U. S. You may be asking does it work. Well their herbs and acupuncture and infertility medicines have been shown to work.

Congress Responds to Violence; Index Disregards It



Leading Women Fan Out Across Democratic Field

Hillary Clinton is solidifying her support among female voters and racking up endorsements from key women"s groups. Her rivals for the Democratic nomination have hired prominent women"s rights activists to sharpen their focus on women"s issues.

Women's Funds Strive to Cover Philanthropy Gap

On International Women"s Day on March 8, women"s funding groups wind up an 88-day campaign for financially struggling women"s groups. Many small women"s organizations have lost funding in the past five years.

'Devil Wears Prada' Puts Heat on Boss-Women

"The Devil Wears Prada" may demonize a female boss for dramatic effect, but studies point to young women"s disaffection with female superiors. Joie Jager-Hyman ties the hostilities to a workplace that often remains unfriendly to women.

Hurt's Documentary Puts Hip-Hop on Hot Seat

Byron Hurt was asking questions about hip-hop"s portrayal of women for years before Don Imus ignited an explosive national debate on the topic. Now screenings of his documentary "Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes" keep the discussion going.

Hot Flashes - What Are They

Hot flashes, or hot flushes, are the commonest menopause symptom reported. Although hot flashes are experienced by many women -- around 70-80% of those in menopause -- not every woman in menopause experiences hot flashes. It is believed that the reduction in oestrogen level that the menopause brings is the main factor in causing hot flashes.

AAUW Turns 125; World's Girls Shorted on Schooling



Thanksgiving Tastes Sweet and Sour to U.S. Women

With a Madame Speaker of the House arriving in the New Year, women have a political horn of plenty to enjoy this Thanksgiving. Peggy Drexler says Tuesday"s Global Gender Gap report shows how far U.S. women still have to go.

Court Groping Case Revives Jr. High Memories

Few reporters showed up for the Supreme Court"s hearing of a sexual harassment case involving a kindergartner. But Allison Stevens sat in the front row, finding the case a reminder of harassment.

Plus Sized Prom Gowns

For plus size teens, finding a plus sized prom gown that you would consider being seen in at department stores and boutiques can be quite a challenge. This is because most plus size selections in shopping malls are geared towards middle-aged women, and have an extremely small selection of clothes for plus size teens.

10 Reasons to Camp in New Jersey

Camping in New Jersey is literally the best of all worlds. There is just about nothing you cannot do while you camp in New Jersey. You have your choice of over 120 campgrounds and State Park facilities to choose from not to mention thousands of acres of public land to explore.

The Benefits of Underwater Digital Cameras

Underwater digital cameras are fun and easy to use under the water and great above the water as well. Use your underwater digital camera in all kinds of weather, for many activities and in a variety of locations that could be either wet or wild.

Godfather of Soul Accused of Spouse Abuse--Again

James Brown was arrested for domestic violence two months after women"s rights advocates lodged a protest with the prestigious Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, objecting to Brown"s inclusion among the 2003 honorees.

Poor Families Gain Jobs; Lose Health Insurance

Two new studies indicate that many of the parents who left federal welfare for paid employment have needlessly lost their federal health insurance.

Achieving A Natural Look With Cosmetics

Most people will choose to use cosmetics because it makes a great difference in their appearance. They feel that their skin looks more refined and that they project a better image than if they chose to leave home without some sort of color on their face. There are other people that use cosmetics but have no idea whatsoever about how to go about achieving a natural look with the cosmetics that they apply to their face.

Find Handbags On Sale - Brand Names

Handbags are the most versatile and visible of accessories. Handbags can define, complement, highlight or subdue colors and other elements of a lady’s outfit. Often, handbags serve as the finishing touch to the whole of the fashion-conscious woman’s self-presentation.

Louis Vuitton Replica Handbags - Find A Sale

Louis Vuitton is a world-class company that continually innovates, but its clientèle remains the same: upper class and well-heeled. That’s why the authentic Louis Vuitton handbag the average woman dreams of is simply beyond the reach of many. That makes having a Louis Vuitton replica handbag instead a more realistic option for those who still want to own a small piece of this brand.

Ainina's Sharp Quill Jabs Mauritania's Status Quo

Hindou Mint Ainina presses for women"s rights and political reform editing a weekly paper that regularly makes enemies. With her Quill, though, she has found ways to prod for change amid censorship and a culture where women have little power.

Mahdi Covers Native Sudan With Passionate Purpose

Nadra Mahdi is part of a surge of young Sudanese female journalists covering the country"s struggles. Assignments take her from Darfur in the west to desertification in the east to city streets where female tea-sellers fight to subsist.

Swimming with Dolphins in Florida

If you want to swim with bottlenose and spotted dolphins, both trained and wild, the Florida coast is an ideal destination. Bottlenose and spotted dolphins are the most gentle and intelligent mammals next to humans and even more when you meet them. You"ll be able to swim with dolphins when you visit them in the Florida, Key Largo, Key West area, and Miami, Fort Lauderdale area.

Judge Okays Teen's Abortion; Implant Experts Paid

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How to Choose a Car Transport Company

Whether you"re shipping an expensive exotic car, a classic, an antique or a standard family car you can always count on successfully locating an excellent car transport company with an auto carrier package designed to fit your needs and budget.

Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES a metropolis, which spans across a thousand square miles of the great desert basin, mixed together with congested freeways that run between the ocean and the mountains.

Tips for Italy Travel

Located in Southern Europe, Italy is a peninsula extending into the central Mediterranean Sea, northeast of Tunisia. When traveling to Italy it is important to remember that you are not at home, so always be respectful and conservative.

News Layoffs Aren't All Bad for Female Veterans

The massive layoffs and cutbacks in news operations are taking a toll on women who worked hard to make names for themselves in a male-dominated field. Sheila Gibbons talks to three veterans who have plenty to say, and some silver linings to report.

Job Security for 50-Plus at Stake in Bias Case

The Supreme Court heard an age - discrimination case Monday brought by a woman who lost her job at 51. Even though more men file such complaints women are more likely to need jobs when they are older and could have more at stake.

Women Lose With Social Security Reform

Women live longer, earn less and fill more caretaking roles than men. For all these reasons they have a lot to lose if Social Security is changed, says economist Heather Boushey. So who would win? Wall Street brokers spring to her mind.

Women Capture Key Congressional Positions

In the huge turnout for this year"s many fierce congressional races, women captured some key positions, increasing their presence notably in the House and holding steady in the Senate.

Choice Activists Brace for Roe-less Era

Fearing that a reelected Bush will succeed in his campaign to overturn constitutional protection for women"s reproductive rights, pro-choice advocates are bracing for the possibility that abortion will become illegal in the United States.

Palin's Delivery? Don't Try This in Real Life

Sarah Palin"s delivery details still cry out for fuller explanation, says Carol Roye, R.N. If her story checks out, it offers a public service announcement about what not to do if your water breaks when you"re far from home on a business trip.

Digital Wedding Photography Tips

Welcome on some great tips for Digital Wedding Photography. Let"s face it, your wedding is one of the most important days in your life, and you want to make sure that your day is captured in the most beautiful way possible! In which case you need not worry. Digital Cameras these days can make the most ordinary photos looks absolutely stunning. My best advice to anyone is to hire a professional photographer for your wedding day.

Sisters, This Is an Election We Can't Sit Out

Hillary supporters have reason to be bitter about the primary. Yet with so much at stake in the November election, the Rev. Valda Combs says women have to come back together. The most vulnerable women in our society need our unity too much.

Medieval Tapestries Add A Sense Of History To Home Decor

Tapestries of early times were often patterned on current events or heroes of the day. Wall tapestries with knights and castles often adorned the very castles they displayed. Tapestries were important in castles to reduce the draft and cold in the large stone buildings. They were hung on the inside of exterior walls in the rooms where people congregated. Tapestries with knights and castles were often created to preserve the history of the occupants of the castle and the weavings often remained in the castle for many centuries and generations. With each new generation adding their piece of work to the visual history on the walls.

The everywhere Girl Phenomenon

There are many sites where you can post your photos for resale to corporations, advertisers, and other publishers of magazines, newsletters, and web content. One photographer, Douglas Menuez, has made a small fortune with a few shots he took in 1998 and listed on Getty Images. He took some posed pictures of a young woman, Jennifer Chandra, in front of an American college, Reed College in Portland, Orgeon.

Spending on Pro-Choice Vote Surges

As campaign finance reform leaves them more chance to flex their political muscle, pro-choice groups are shaking their money trees. They are expected to spend $50 million to help candidates, get out the vote and run last-minute political ads.

How To Become An Artist

Are you an artist looking for a welcoming, innovative, and cool online community to meet, share ideas, and just hang out? Artists Universe has all of the functionality you are looking for as well as a community full of creative people just like you. Artists Universe has taken the best features from other social networking sites such as live chat, blogs, forums, and more, and tailored them to the needs of artists everywhere. From music to dancing, painting and everything in between, no other website is looking out for the best interest of artists everywhere than Artists Universe!

Beijing+10: Journey of Small Steps, Large Leaps

The U.N."s one-decade-later meeting on the Beijing Platform for Action--Beijing+10-- was held from Feb. 28 through March 11. Here is Women"s eNews coverage of the event--from New York and four regions of the world.

Women's Caucus Poised for a Late Blooming

With a female ally running the House of Representatives, the Congressional Caucus for Women"s Issues is ready to exercise more clout. New leaders say they want to tackle women"s health, educational equity and sex trafficking.

'Second Wave' Publishing Shows Off Its Stamina

Ms. has turned 35 with a lavish Wonder Woman collector"s issue that is now on newsstands. Sheila Gibbons finds the magazine shares the celebration with other print publications from feminism"s "second wave."

Tattoos For Women - A New Fashion Accessory?

The popularity of tattoos among women is growing at an unprecedented rate. Over the past ten years, the number of women lining up at doors of tattoo studios has rocketed. Tattoos are now a mainstream fashion accessory for women, occupying the same category as shoes and handbags.

Environmental Health Risks Gain Research Ground

Environmental threats to women"s health have long been overlooked, say activists. But this month California announced a major study of toxins and breast cancer and Wal-Mart backed off bisphenol A, a chemical that is prevalent in women"s bodies.

Pro-Choice Activists Wince at Senate Compromise

This week dealt the Religious Right two blows; the compromise on the Senate filibuster and House passage of a stem-cell initiative they oppose. But pro-choice activists saw no reason to celebrate either development.

Why Get An Angel Tattoo Or Tribal Tattoo Design?

Why Do YOU Tattoo?

Iraq's Women See Victory in Constitution

Iraq"s women"s rights activists are satisfied for now with a 25-percent quota on female representation in the country"s temporary constitution. It"s less than they wanted, but still more than the representation of women in the U.S. Congress.

Welfare Series: Child Care Promises Fall Through

When the federal welfare program was restructured in 1996, the government promised to provide child care to single parents required to take jobs outside the home. Often, however, that promise is not being kept and families pay the price.

The Art And Science Of Photography

Many professions today combine art and science to produce an effect, but none is more exciting and unique than photography.

Chinese Tattoo Writing - A Warning

At one time chinese tattoos were strongly associated with criminals and the mafia. But these days all that has changed thanks to a new wave of celebrities and tattoo artists who have recognised the attraction of these intriguing tattoo designs. Every day thousands of people are looking for information about chinese tattoos, as the Chinese culture continues to spread around the modern world.

Pelosi Becomes Most Powerful Elected Woman in D.C.

When she is sworn in Wednesday as the Minority Whip in the House of Representatives, Californian Nancy Pelosi will make history and be living proof that Democrats believe women"s votes could determine the 2002 congressional elections.

Celebrity Tattoos - The Latest Fashion Accessory

Celebrity tattoos are becoming more and more popular with every year that passes. These days it"s common to see well known celebrities from the world of films, sport and music displaying their tattoos and body art on screen or in magazines.

Haiti Disaster Hits Home for Haitian-American

As the disturbing images following the earthquake in Port-au-Prince unfold, Haitian-American Ariel Leconte reflects on the city her parents left as children and how this catastrophe has impacted her family here and in Haiti.

U.N. Impugns Impunity; Saudi Raped Teen Faces Lash



Express Your Creativity Through A Sewing Class

There was once a time when sewing was a skill handed down from generation to generation and women everywhere possessed the ability to make clothes and a variety of household items with needle, thread, and their own two hands. Today, as the modern world provides a bevy of retail options, the need for sewing has become less significant. Gone are the days when in order to have a new dress we needed to sew it ourselves; we need only drive down the street or click a few buttons on the computer and we have everything we need. Sewing today is much more about the joy and hobby of the pastime rather than the necessity. But that hasn’t made it any less of a popular hobby. And for those for whom the skill of sewing has skipped a few generations, a sewing class can teach you all you need to know about this enjoyable craft.

First Known Victim of 'Typhoid Mary' Falls Ill

The Irish cook for "good families" is held in isolation for a quarter of a century, blamed with spreading typhoid, although male carriers of the sometimes-fatal disease apparently escaped similar fates.

Banishing Bedbugs Means Scouring Memory Lane

A reporter"s run-in with bedbugs forces her to inspect or clean every single one of her possessions. A box of childhood keepsakes--from Gloria Steinem"s autograph to Suzy Homemaker toys--reflects on the contradictions of a U.S. girlhood spanning the "60 and "70s.

Shafique Breaks Out on Pakistan TV

Nazima Shafique has surmounted two forms of discrimination in Pakistan. The 28 year old is one of only four female television news anchors. As a polio survivor, she has beaten the odds against disabled people, saddled by an 80-percent rate of joblessness.

Female Vets Come Home to Second War on Trauma

Memorial Day offers time to remember U.S. casualties in Iraq and note that this war involves a historic number of women. Once home, many female survivors fight a second war against post-traumatic stress disorder. The VA is studying ways to help.

Valentines Cards: An Art Project Or Should They Be Store Bought?

Giving Valentines to your classmates used to include endless hours of making them out of construction paper, cute dollies and with painstaking attention to all the details. It was a project that was done at home, for each individual child in the class. And, it was one that great pride was taken in doing. Today, there are much fewer families making Valentines and many more just buying a box of them to give out to their classmates with a simple signature on the back of them.

Female Vets Lack Safe Place for Homecoming

The return from military life is notoriously difficult, particularly for women suffering a delayed reaction to trauma and the aftermath of sexual assault. One transitional housing program offers a way forward.

How to Make Gel Candles - 11 Easy Steps

Do you love burning beautiful, scented candles? And do you know that you can easily make them yourself? It is exciting and not at all difficult. Here are 12 easy steps to creating unique candles that you can burn at home, give as gifts, or even sell.

Three State Ballot Initiatives Push Choice to Edge

Activists warn that Roe v. Wade is in jeopardy like never before. Nov. 4 ballot measures would require parental notification before an abortion in California; give fertilized eggs full legal status in Colorado; and ban most abortions in South Dakota.

Do’s And Don’ts Of Decorating On A Budget

The rules of interior decorating can be as solid as a rock or as open to interpretation as the sky. But most of the experts agree that you must first learn the rules before you can begin breaking the rules. Here are some of the decorating dos.

South Africa Rape Trial Dashes Hope for Change

The high-profile rape trial of South Africa"s former vice president Jacob Zuma alarms advocates for rape survivors already disheartened by the weakening of a once-promising bill on sexual offenses.

Soldier Verdict Spotlights Rape in Ugandan Camps

A judge in northern Uganda has ordered the army to pay two girls who say they were raped by soldiers in an internally displaced persons" camp. The decision spotlights rights workers" charges of rampant rapes in these camps.

Women's Groups Press Dems on Michigan, Florida

Leaders of major women"s rights groups pressed Howard Dean, the Democratic party chair, on Wednesday to seat delegates from Michigan and Florida and resist pressures on Hillary Clinton to bow out of the presidential race.

Sheehan v. Pelosi Gives War Protesters an Outlet

In her unlikely challenge to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Nov. 4, peace activist Cindy Sheehan is giving Bay Area voters a chance to cast an anti-war protest vote. Sheehan contends that Pelosi is out of touch with her liberal constituency.

Hope Chests – A Fabulous Way To Revisit History

Hope chests have been a staple of family traditions for centuries. They seem to have gone by the wayside in recent years though, but if you have a daughter, you may want to consider purchasing this time-honored special gift for her.

Cat Furniture – It Keeps Your Cat From Destroying The House

You are a new cat owner and you realized that your furry little companion is full of spunk and energy, tearing around the house every chance that it gets. So far, it has not really ruined anything and to keep it that way, you need to purchase some cat furniture for it. Otherwise say goodbye to all your stuff because your cat is going to do a number on it.

Palin's GOP Fans See a Rogue of Their Own

Sarah Palin"s "Going Rogue" book tour has drawn faithful supporters, many of them GOP women who like her character and can"t wait to see what she"ll do next. One loyalist says negative media coverage of Palin is just another plus.

Glass Doorknobs – A Great Option For Giving Your Doors Some Decorative Flare

If the doors in your home are a little on the boring side, then listen up because there is a great way to give them a stunning, eye-catching appearance. No, it does not involve getting new ones or refurbishing them in anyway. This option is much simpler than that and basically all you need to do is install beautiful glass doorknobs on them.

All About Bamboo Flooring

The advantages of bamboo flooring for your home. The reasons why bamboo flooring is becoming so popular.

3 Great Shopping Tricks 4 Great Buys

We all know that Corporate America is out for one person and that is not you. We also know that they carry the upper hand and we so often are left carrying the heavy burden of a credit card maxed out. Is there anything that we can do or are we just victims of capitalism? Good news: We certainly can make a difference and here is how.

Declutter Ideas For Wild And Crazy Toddlers

There"s nothing like a small tornado living in your home to turn even the most well-organized house upside down. Toddlers are energy in motion and causing clutter is their birthright. I have been blessed with four toddlers throughout the years and each one of them was adept at making messes and causing chaos. They were also completely void of any declutter skills.

Where Did Picture Frames Come From Anyway?

When putting a photo in a frame, most people just grab one from their local big box store and slap their photo in it. Not many people give much thought to the origin of the picture frame and how much it has evolved from its humble beginning. Today most picture frames are mass produced from composites of wood or metal but picture frames started as works of art in and of themselves.

Unique Ideas For Bathroom Dûcor

Bathroom is one of the most active rooms in the house. So, keeping it well ordered and always clean is very tricky sometimes. Everyone has their own ideas to make the bathroom dûcor look brighter, attractive and cheerful as well as keeping the decoration of the bathroom under budget.

Log Cabin Fever

Homesteaders settling in the territories of the American West traditionally built log cabins; durable, rainproof, and inexpensive. Today, eco-friendly and rustically charming, log cabins with their distinctive handcrafted appearance seem to be making a comeback, with luxurious features such as whirlpools, skylight windows and heated patios.

Shopping Dining Furniture For Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time for family members to get together and be thankful for what they have and spend time with each other. And then of course there is the Thanksgiving feast that is a staple in the American tradition. If you want your feast to be perfect for your next Thanksgiving, you might want to invest some time and money on the perfect furniture for it.

Honor Killings Protested; Plan B Stalls

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Women Should Buy Into Holiday Shopping Boycott

The biggest retail day of the year hovers at the end of this month. Susan Feiner flags the reasons why women, in particular, need to resist the "buy" buttons that advertisers are trying to push and to join a consuming boycott.

Roe's Sister Case Focused On Due Process

January 22, 1973: The "Other Roe" Case Expands Abortion Rights.

Quota Law Puts More Women in Armenia's Election

A gender quota law for political parties is putting more women on the ballot in the May 12 elections in Armenia, where only seven women serve in Parliament. Observers say women are now playing a wider role in local politics.

Republican Platform Gives Choice a Vague Nod

While holding on to anti-choice language, the Republican platform committee has added "open-door" language to the preamble of the party"s platform, which some moderates say may be the first step towards changing the party"s rigid stance. Others are irate.

Look Years Younger In Minutes

Now whether you are just beginning to notice your first few lines or you are experiencing more advance signs of aging you can painlessly and safely achieve a healthier, youthful, wrinkle free beauty in minutes with these simple professional techniques used by the world’s top makeup artists.

Aung San Suu Kyi

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What's the Matter With Nora Ephron's Neck?

Nora Ephron"s sour dislike of what she considers women"s bodily aging, one subject of her new bestseller, took up an hour on NPR last month. Margaret Morganroth Gullette responds from what she calls "the feminist country of later life."

Working Women Delay, Forego, Rethink Motherhood

Fewer women are juggling careers and small children. While more women--especially those with high incomes--are opting out of motherhood, those with infants are less evident in the work force, according to recent U.S. fertility data.

Choice Wins in Florida; New Dirty Dozen Ad



Immigrant Women's Advocates Focus on Family Ties

Immigration rights advocates convened this week to discuss the needs of female immigrants in the United States. One major recommendation was to speed up the family visa application process.

Younger Readers Face New Adventures in Censorship

Since Judy Blume began writing frankly sexual books for young adults in the 1970s, the YA category has come of age and moved on to increasingly harsh and sophisticated topics amid persistent efforts to censor what female teens read.

Inmates' Rights Protected; Nurses Face Bullying



Preparing for Rhinoplasty Surgery

You’ve done your research, had several consultations, selected your surgeon and scheduled the surgery. Now what? Following some prudent “rhinoplasty before and after” suggestions can shorten your recovery, help to protect and preserve your health and improve your outcome. Here’s a typical scenario of things to keep in mind before your rhinoplasty surgery.

A Guide to Hair Salon Equipment

Hair salons require many different types of equipment to ensure the business is run efficiently. Because many different items are required, it is not necessary that each piece of salon equipment be new. It is possible to find good quality, used hair salon equipment that will serve the purpose of new equipment.

Stop the Press Spree Against Working Moms

Elizabeth Vargas returned to TV on Friday to probe employer bias against working mothers. Sheila Gibbons says this and other media, research and political developments, should stop the recent spree of off-kilter "opt out" coverage.

Some Hospitals Withhold Plan B After Rape

As rape survivors encounter problems getting emergency contraception at Catholic and even secular hospitals, health advocates express growing impatience with the FDA for not approving Plan B for over-the-counter sale.

Women's Union in India Battles State Charges

A women"s development organization in India has come under fire from the Hindu-dominated state government of Gujarat. The group says state charges of misused funds are a smokescreen for political opposition to their work helping poor women.

Health Care Oasis Develops for Women in Sudan

In post-war Sudan, reproductive health care is becoming an everyday topic and reality in the capital, which hosts Africa"s only university for women. Women in rural areas and the war-torn south are largely cut off from such advantages.

Natural Acne Treatment

Natural acne treatments are desirable because they have few side effects, are inexpensive, and are effective for many.

Pakistan Journalist Rushes to Ease Quake's Toll

After the overwhelming devastation of the Oct. 8 earthquake in Pakistan that killed more than 87,000 and made 3.5 million homeless, Khadeeja Balkhi describes how she and other Pakistanis have rushed to aid survivors before winter arrives.

The Truth About Home Made Facials

I started making facial masks after reading several books on natural cosmetics. Common ingredients used in home made facials are eggs, lemon, milk, honey, cucumber, tomato, essential oils and lots more fruits, herbs and other ingredients.

'Da Vinci Code' Lifts Lid on Goddess Scholarship

Dan Brown"s "Da Vinci Code," which opened as a movie on May 19, is just the latest challenge to women"s lowly status in religion. The female place in sacred history, according to a group of researchers, goes beyond wife, mother and follower.

What to Do If Your Contact Lenses Don\'t Feel Comfortable

Many people give up wearing contact lenses because they can never get used to them. The lenses just don’t feel comfortable. If this is your case don’t give up just yet; there are several things you can do to make your lenses more comfortable.

Endometriosis Researchers Share Data, Unknowns

Endometriosis affects 10 percent of U.S. women and can lead to infertility. Last weekend, researchers focused on new treatments for a disease that lacks a definitive cure.

The Benefits of Human Hair Extensions

Several different types of hair extensions are available, including those made from human hair, animal hair, and synthetic fibers. Most experts agree that human hair extensions are the best and most natural looking. With human hair extensions, wearers are not locked into a particular color or style. The extensions can be washed, colored, and styled just like your own natural hair. Such a wide variety of human hair extensions are available that stylists can easily match the color and texture of your own hair with.

British Cuisine

British cuisine has always suffered from bad press. The simple homespun fare and plain preparation of most traditional British foods pales when compared to French haute cuisine, and it’s not uncommon for food critics to sound almost apologetic when writing about traditional British dishes as if there were something shameful in enjoying a good, thick joint of beef with an accompaniment of Yorkshire pudding. If they speak in glowing terms of anything at all, it is a nod to the clever naming of British foods, where dishes like bubble and squeak and spotted dick appear on restaurant menus.

How Does Sunless Tanning Lotion Work?

Perhaps you want a suntanned look for just one occasion such as an evening out. Maybe you want something with more even coverage and a longer life. Or, maybe you"ve looked at all options available in sunless tanning products and decided to get your tan the old-fashioned way, after all. All of this is perfectly fine. If you choose the latter, however, be sure to take measures to protect your skin.

What Dads Don't Need for Father's Day

Two parenting books are off the Father"s Day gift list say Rivers and Barnett. A feminist analysis of the books, they say, found them laden with stereotypes and scary stories that give contemporary fathers and families a bad rap.

The Cost of Rhinoplasty

The cost of a rhinoplasty procedure can vary greatly from region to region, city to city and doctor to doctor. Just as in any field, including medicine, there are groups and people that provide low cost, operations for large volume client bases on low budgets and higher cost operations to superstar medical personalities willing to pay astronomical prices. After doing research beforehand and paying attention to published reports on plastic surgery, one can easily find the names of plastic surgeons in the Southern California area, or any area, who have worked on famous celebrities. However, whatever your budget and approach, you can save money by researching the topic, making an informed decision and consulting with several doctors or groups until you find the one who makes you feel comfortable, and who is charging what you are willing to pay for the procedure.

In 100 Days Obama Scored Big for Women of Color

President Obama will pass his 100th day in office this week, and C. Nicole Mason says the occasion gives women of color a chance to assess the enormous gains made in a short period of time.

Salon Equipment: An Overview

Equipment to outfit a hair, nail or tanning salon ranges from basic to extravagant, with a vast array of equipment falling somewhere in the middle. Basic, inexpensive, salon equipment may be well suited for a start-up venture or for a salon owner who values simplicity. On the other hand, a veteran salon owner’s business may benefit from more expensive salon equipment that helps streamline services provided to the client

An Introduction to Sunless Tanning

When the weather starts to warm up and the days get longer, we are all drawn outdoors to enjoy the sun. Many will recall seemingly endless hours outdoors, soaking up the sun"s rays without a care. Unfortunately, sunbathing isn"t as carefree an activity as it used to be. These days, there"s more to worry about, such as premature aging, scarring and blemishes, or even skin cancer.

An Introduction to Rhinoplasty

Nasal surgery (Rhinoplasty Surgery), the most common form of plastic surgery practiced in America today, is a procedure that alters the framework of the nose, manipulating the bone and cartilage structure and the skin to improve the appearance of the nose. It can be used to change the overall appearance of the face from one where the focus of attention was placed on the nose to one where the attention is drawn away from the nose and towards the eyes, a more natural, pleasing occurrence. When the focus of attention is directed towards any other feature on the face other than the eyes, the face is said to be out of “harmony”. Rhinoplasty surgery, when performed correctly, improves the harmony of the facial features.

Legislative Bargain Frays Some in LGBT Community

Legislation to protect gay and lesbian Americans that passed the House last week fell short for transgender people and their advocates, who wanted "gender identity" protections that got cut from the original version.

Conditions Worsen for Roma Women in Albania

The Roma in Albania have always faced poverty and discrimination, but since the fall of communism in 1991, the situation for Roma women has worsened. Marriage ages have dropped and an increasing number of girl children never attend school at all.

Sterling Silver Jewelry Fashion Trends For The New Year And Beyond

Each year, on fashion runways from New York to Paris, Milan, and Toyko, sterling silver is "new again" as designers interpret it in new and exciting ways. What makes sterling silver a fashion perennial? The answer is clear: when it comes to beauty, versatility, durability, and affordability, sterling silver jewelry is unsurpassed.

Schakowsky: Pushing for More After Ledbetter

Rep. Jan Schakowsky is hoping for a "big change moment" to tackle women"s concerns. Even so, a bundle of bills propose incremental reforms that could add up. Sixth in a series on members of Congress who are advancing issues raised by the WeNews Memo.

Color Contact Lenses - Do They Work on Dark Eyes?

Do you want to change dark eye color to something different, but you are unsure if color contacts will work for your eyes? If you have brown eyes and tried color contact lenses several years ago, you were probably disappointed. Color contacts of the previous generation ether gave your eye color only a very slight change or your eyes looked blue but completely unnatural.

Egg Initiatives Crack Open the Case Against Women

Activists in a handful of states are mustering ballot initiatives to give legal rights to fertilized eggs. Gloria Feldt says it"s a golden opportunity to rally voters in the ongoing battle over women"s right to their own childbearing decisions.

Close Philanthropy Gap by Funding Women

Only 7 percent of every philanthropic dollar goes to women and girls. In this season of giving, Christine Grumm suggests closing the philanthropy gap by making a donation--of any size--to a women"s foundation.

Female Mutilations Slow, But Only Gradually

Even though female genital mutilation is still rampant in Africa and other countries, the traditional practice is slowing under pressures from abroad and some successful local programs to educate people about the dangers of the practice.

The History Of Italian Food

While some of the most popular dishes associated with the Italian culture include a tempting slice of pizza and a heaping plate of pasta, there is much more to the world of Italian cooking. Throughout the many regions in Italy, the distinctive cuisine of the Italians shines through in a wide-range of eating habits, styles of cooking, and selection of local ingredients. The changing of the times has also influenced Italian food, as the meals served in the pre-Roman era possess both similarities and differences in the cuisine of today.

Abortion Ban Spurs 'Free Choice' Move in Congress

Democrats reintroduced the Freedom of Choice Act in Congress a day after the Supreme Court upheld an abortion-procedure ban. The bill could lead to a reversal of the ban that broke legal precedent by providing no health exception for the woman.

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Deciding Beans With Barista

A cupper is also a person that is going to judge coffee or be a professional taster. The company buyers share the barista’s goal of seeking out the beans that will make such a great drink. The barista will be the one that stands in the front line of the last consumer each day and will get the actual feedback on the greatness or the actual loss of the efforts.


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