This toxic social media trend proves how – even today – women are punished and pathologised for simply being less than perfect.
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The objectification of women at the heart of 90s pop culture does not gel with what we think of as the sexually open, progressive politics of generation Z.
His rhythmic sounds connected with the diaspora and his collaborations with stars like Drake and Beyoncé elevated his name.
The “woke” concept peaked on the back of the Black Lives Matter movement, then became a marketing trend. Now being woke is tricky territory.
A new advertising campaign for pads that features blood marks a moment when new attitudes to menstruation are gaining traction.
Comedians are being told to avoid joking about some things – and that’s not funny.
Happy birthday Ms Ciccone – you redefine age.
Anyone who thinks that Bond women can’t fight back have not been watching closely enough.
Leia’s little-known academic standing can help challenge patriarchal notions about gender roles.
The old adage that ‘sex sells’ is past its sell-by date, as consumers now sport a more socially-conscious mindset.
Why are women still marginalised in the rock industry? There are many reasons - from a male dominated music canon to belittling attitudes - but women are speaking up and lobbying for change.
The Bachelor is the perfect screen depiction of the male fantasy of scantily clad women pillow-fighting for his affections.
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