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fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

My Husband Made Me Choose Between a Move or Our Marriage. I Think I Made the Wrong Choice.

Navigating a significant life transition can lead to unexpected personal discontent and cultural adjustment challenges.
Music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Jessie Murph Sings Notes in a Scandal

Jessie Murph's song '1965' explores themes of romanticizing a past era while addressing contemporary issues facing women.
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Chicharito faces backlash for 'very sexist' remarks

Javier "Chicharito" Hernández faces backlash for comments about gender roles, suggesting women should embrace being led by men. President Sheinbaum calls his statements sexist.
LGBT
#parenting
fromIndependent
4 months ago
Parenting

Adventures of a loving but laissez-faire grandad -'My daughter knew by the crumbs in the baby's coat that I probably wasn't quite following the childminding rules'

fromIndependent
4 months ago
Parenting

Adventures of a loving but laissez-faire grandad -'My daughter knew by the crumbs in the baby's coat that I probably wasn't quite following the childminding rules'

fromInverse
1 week ago

Why The Most Surprising Erotic Thriller Of The Year Is More Than Just Millennial 'Misery'

Society often labels women who pursue love as desperate while men are seen as romantic.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I used to be scared of being a difficult woman'. Now it's a badge of honour | Jacinta Parsons

Goodness was seen as the supreme achievement for girls, but the concept of being a bad girl created a strong fear and need to conform.
fromMarketplace
2 weeks ago

Data shows more men returning to office work than women. Why is that?

Wen Fan, who studies the future of work at Boston College, noted that men are more likely to occupy managerial roles, which affects their presence in the office. Consequently, managers tend to return to the office more than non-managers, indicating a strong connection between job position and return-to-work dynamics.
Coffee
Relationships
fromBored Panda
2 weeks ago

Hey Pandas, Am I Wrong For Wanting Basic Kindness And Shared Chores?

Disagreements over household responsibilities persist due to varying work perceptions between partners.
#mental-load
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Relationships

The Perfect Response For When Husbands Say, "Just Ask Me For Help!"

The mental load of parenting disproportionately affects mothers despite fathers contributing more physically.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I feel like I'm on holiday!' Inside our week-long mental load marriage swap

The mental load of household management remains predominantly borne by women, despite efforts for equal sharing of responsibilities.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I feel like I'm on holiday!' Inside our week-long mental load marriage swap

The mental load of household management remains predominantly borne by women, despite efforts for equal sharing of responsibilities.
Social justice
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Tanya Sweeney: 'Mankeeping' - the unspoken, unpaid and completely joyless work of emotionally and practically managing a grown man

Mankeeping refers to the unpaid work of women managing the psychological issues of men.
fromScary Mommy
4 weeks ago

Nelly Admits He Doesn't Change Diapers Or Get Up With His Baby

Dads are increasingly involved in parenting, but some, like Nelly, still resist hands-on roles during the early stages of child-rearing.
fromMedievalists.net
4 weeks ago

When the Groom Paid the Dowry: New Study Rethinks Marriage in Medieval Catalonia - Medievalists.net

Grooms in late medieval Vic sometimes provided dowries to brides, reversing traditional marriage customs.
fromThe 19th
4 weeks ago

Women in their 20s and 30s are working more than ever before

Young women are joining the labor force at higher rates while young men increasingly engage in caregiving roles.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Finding a Family of Boys

Leaving Brooklyn for Manhattan was a significant act of personal transformation for a college student.
#marriage
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

Cities Aren't Built for Mothers

Cities can enhance women's lives by being more accommodating of their roles as caregivers, rather than forcing them into suburban isolation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sudan, Remember Us review vividness and vibrancy in intense account of Khartoum uprising

Meddeb finds among the protesters a vivid, vibrant artistic movement: an oral culture of music, poetry and rap which flourishes on the streets.
Independent films
#relationships
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

My wife bears most of the housing and parenting responsibilities. I do my part by caring for our marriage.

Even engaged fathers may not balance duties equally at home.
Men should take initiative in nurturing romantic relationships.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

My wife bears most of the housing and parenting responsibilities. I do my part by caring for our marriage.

Even engaged fathers may not balance duties equally at home.
Men should take initiative in nurturing romantic relationships.
fromForbes
1 month ago

Is Working From Home Benefiting Moms - Or Adding To Their Workload?

Working from home offers flexibility to mothers but risks increased responsibilities and a double shift in managing work and family.
#work-from-home
fromPeople.com
1 month ago
Women in technology

Woman Wonders If Working from Home Is a 'Backward Step for Women' After Taking on More Household Tasks Than Her Husband

fromNature
3 months ago
Women in technology

Was COVID-19-related working from home (WFH) a chance for change? Gender-based experiences of parents - Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

fromPeople.com
1 month ago
Women in technology

Woman Wonders If Working from Home Is a 'Backward Step for Women' After Taking on More Household Tasks Than Her Husband

fromNature
3 months ago
Women in technology

Was COVID-19-related working from home (WFH) a chance for change? Gender-based experiences of parents - Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

What Dads Can Do to Help Fix the Birth Rate

The decline in birth rates requires addressing both women's and men's roles in parenting, not just focusing on women.
#fatherhood
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

More Fathers Are Stepping Up, But Are Stressed About Money

Men prioritize caring for their families, but financial stress impacts their mental health and caregiving capabilities.
Parenting
fromDaily Mom magazine
1 month ago

Roles Of Fatherhood: The Role Of A Dad Is Changing Parenting

Fatherhood has evolved from a financial provider to a more emotionally engaged and active role in children's lives.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Bulgarian woman influencer incites violence against women DW 06/13/2025

Bulgarian influencer Zornitsa Gyutsova promotes harmful ideas about male violence and gender roles, claiming women prefer aggressive men.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Society may have overestimated risk of the manosphere', UK researchers say

Men in the manosphere often prioritize fairness and equality, countering stereotypes of extreme misogyny.
Women
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Donal Lynch: Modern housewives are an endangered species

Housewives possess unique wisdom and power, often overlooked in society.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reading to children should be a pleasure | Brief letters

I was saddened to learn that gen Z parents don't read to their children because they don't have time, dislike having to read the same book over and over, don't enjoy reading books themselves or find it boring.
NYC parents
#family-dynamics
fromPeople.com
1 month ago
Women in technology

Woman Snaps at Mother-in-Law Over 'Snide' Remarks About Her Remote Work. But Her Husband Says She Was Too 'Mean'

Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

A Dad Wants To Know Why Moms Are So Much More Stressed About Travel

Moms often carry the mental load and organization for family vacations, leading to added stress.
fromPeople.com
1 month ago
Women in technology

Woman Snaps at Mother-in-Law Over 'Snide' Remarks About Her Remote Work. But Her Husband Says She Was Too 'Mean'

Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

A Dad Wants To Know Why Moms Are So Much More Stressed About Travel

Moms often carry the mental load and organization for family vacations, leading to added stress.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I make more money than my husband. We make financial decisions together, and he supports me in my career.

A couple's financial success is built on open communication and mutual support, with the wife comfortably being the primary earner.
#southern-baptist-convention
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Can the Southern Baptist Convention Survive Without Women Pastors?

Southern Baptists are deeply divided over the role of women in church leadership, with debates intensifying over Biblical interpretation and gender roles.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Can the Southern Baptist Convention Survive Without Women Pastors?

Southern Baptists are deeply divided over the role of women in church leadership, with debates intensifying over Biblical interpretation and gender roles.
#intimacy
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Shakespeare would be writing for games today': Cannes' first video game Lili is a retelling of Macbeth

The Cannes festival's Immersive Competition began in 2024, although the lineup doesn't usually feature traditional video games. VR films and projection mapping is the thrust of it, says iNK Stories' other co-founder, Vassiliki's husband Navid Khonsari.
Video games
philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

A catchy tune explains the world's 'isms' - according to your mum doing the laundry | Aeon Videos

The music video critiques societal isms through the relatable analogy of mothers doing domestic work.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Female-dominated fields more vulnerable to artificial intelligence, says UN report | CBC News

AI impacts jobs traditionally done by women more than those done by men, particularly in high-income nations.
Women
fromConsequence
2 months ago

The Rise and Evolution of the Female Action Hero

Action movies are defined by iconic heroes, but female action heroes are finally stepping into their own narratives after years of male-dominance.
fromTiny Buddha
2 months ago

How to Stop Living to Please and Stay True to Yourself - Tiny Buddha

"When you say yes to others, make sure you aren't saying no to yourself."
Wellness
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Gross: Tracy Tutor hits back at Leonard Steinberg on reality TV

Tracy Tutor rebuts the sexist critique of women's attire in real estate reality TV, challenging industry norms and attitudes toward women professionals.
Women in technology
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

It's a (wo)man's game: Janet Delavan's Feminine American Pastime deconstructs gender-based activities

Janet Delavan's project celebrates inclusivity in hobbies, breaking down gender roles and promoting enjoyment without barriers.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Are These 3 Hidden Culprits Ruining Your Sex Life?

Mismatches in sexual desire often stem from deeper emotional, relational, and societal issues rather than just biological factors.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Ping Pong Is More Than a Simple Game

Lisa Lucas reveals how Thelma Thall broke barriers in the male-dominated world of table tennis, becoming a pioneer amid gender norms and prejudices of her time.
Board games
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Disabled and Mom Enough

As a disabled woman, my own needy body and dependence on care renders me invisible in the stereotypical portrait of the all-giving and endlessly capable mother.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Sex Before Sexes: The Evolutionary Case for the Female First

The evolutionary journey from single-gender replication to the introduction of males suggests that 'female-first' may not be metaphorical but a biological reality.
Women
Parenting
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

My husband refuses to help change our baby's diapers - he claims it's 'gross'

The mother's struggle with her husband's refusal to change their newborn's diapers reveals deeper issues in their parenthood journey.
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Violence, Wine, and Everyday Life: Crime in the Taverns of Medieval Dubrovnik - Medievalists.net

Taverns in late medieval Dubrovnik were centers for violent crime and social conflict, primarily patronized by men.
#marriage-trends
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Trump's Vicious Sewing Circle

The withdrawal of the Biden-era salmonella proposal by the Trump administration highlights a shift from public health initiatives, raising concerns over food safety and governance.
US politics
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Kevin Sabo's Twist on Mid-Century Modern Culture on Display @ RHODES, London

The way I treat my male and 'female' characters helps crystallise the feelings I have about these figures within the larger political and social dynamics we're seeing both in the U.S. and internationally.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Australia's gen Z men aren't monsters in the making they just feel short-changed | Intifar Chowdhury

Young men in Australia aged 15-24 are showing more conservative attitudes towards gender roles compared to older generations.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My husband quit his job to become our kids' primary caretaker. Here's what has surprised me most about having a stay-at-home dad in our family.

Stay-at-home dads can thrive and deepen their relationship with children, challenging traditional family roles.
The dynamics of a stay-at-home dad can lead to surprising revelations for the working partner.
Women
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Tracee Ellis Ross, 52, realized why she keeps dating younger men: 'a lot of men my age are steeped in toxic masculinity'

Tracee Ellis Ross prefers dating younger men due to their openness and detachment from toxic masculinity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Australia's gen Z men more likely to hold sexist views, data shows, as manosphere' influences take hold

"This recent data unveils alarming trends among Australia's Gen Z men who increasingly endorse traditional gender roles and exhibit misogynistic attitudes, which are worsened by online communities."
Women in technology
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Women of the sea make their mark in Argentine Patagonia

Female divers like Jazmin Defrancesco are increasingly part of the traditionally male-dominated fishing industry, especially in shellfish harvesting.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

From homework to housework, how British attitudes have changed since the 1930s

Public attitudes towards household chores and gender roles have significantly changed over the last 80 years, with men taking on more household responsibilities.
Women
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Single slammed over outrageous list of rules to date her, including a $300K salary and a vasectomy

A woman's viral checklist for a husband includes extravagant requirements, sparking discussions about modern dating expectations and gender roles.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Girls Are Buying T-Shirts With an Anti-Feminist Message. I Know How We Got Here.

What I thought was the ultimate truth—believing women were misled into corporate life instead of nurturing roles—was a misguided perspective that I later recognized as flawed.
Women in technology
#toxic-masculinity
Parenting
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Myth of the Male Breadwinner

The traditional gender roles of men as providers and women as caregivers are historically inaccurate, as evidenced by anthropological research on early human societies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Gen X men: if you don't find the strength to inoculate boys against the manosphere, what men are left? | Van Badham

These are the words of the Apostle Paul in the Bible, so I guess the source is pretty niche.
Women
Parenting
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | My husband quit his high-paying job to be a 'tradwife' and he's great at it - I should know, I used to be one

Stay-at-home dad Kerry Johnson embraced the role of 'tradhusband,' finding fulfillment in homemaking and improving his marriage.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I stopped counting after three': the girl sniper' fighting on the frontline of Myanmar's civil war

I hate people boasting about how many they've killed, she says. I stopped counting after three.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Social media is awash with heteropessimism'. Do young women really think so poorly of men? | Rachel Connolly

Iris, the robot girlfriend, is programmed to regard her relationship with Josh as the pinnacle of her existence, highlighting the exaggerated devotion often expected in heteronormative dynamics.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

We'd Explain the Ending of Nicole Kidman's New Movie, Except We're Not Sure We Even Can

"Before I moved to Holland, I was afraid and confused and couldn't trust anyone," Kidman's character, Nancy Vandergroot, reflects, hinting at deeper dark undercurrents beneath the town's facade.
Boston Bruins
#caregiving
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Navigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving

Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.
Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Close Read Draft: Adrienne Rich, Aunt Jennifer's Tigers TK SEO HED

Aunt Jennifer's Tigers contrasts the power of tigers with Aunt Jennifer's constraints, highlighting themes of female oppression and artistic expression.
Parenting
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Tanya Sweeney: Vogue Williams says she's sick of doing most of the chores and childcare - and most women can totally relate

Working mothers often bear the brunt of household tasks, leading to tensions in relationships.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 months ago

Gillette & Being a Man Revisited, A Philosopher's Blog

Gillette's attempt at promoting positive masculinity through their 'Best Men Can Be' campaign ignited controversy, with backlash from those viewing it as virtue signaling.
philosophy
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

You can yodel and don't have to be conservative': Switzerland's feminist choir rewriting traditional songs

Elena Kaiser challenged traditional yodelling norms by creating a feminist choir that rewrites songs and critiques gender representations.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Exhibition examines fight for equality in divided Germany DW 03/08/2025

"I think that's how it is for many children, especially girls, who grow up with their mothers' and grandmothers' experiences," says Marz, who was born in the city of Rostock, and is now 29 years old.
Germany politics
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

What do women really want from men? I delved into romantasy and found a good few clues | Max Fletcher

Romantasy series like A Court of Thorns and Roses blends romance and fantasy, appealing particularly to women by reversing gender roles.
Media industry
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Housewife of the Year': Contestants Look Back in Dismay

The documentary critiques outdated gender roles while highlighting the perspectives of women who participated in the Housewife of the Year competition.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Couples fight about housework. Couples divorce about housework. Surely it would be easier if men just did more housework? | Lucy Clark

Men are not doing their fair share of housework, resulting in dissatisfaction and potential conflict in relationships.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Women in construction: 'Crisis means the country needs 20,000-80,000 workers - so why is half the population being ignored?'

Gender roles and inadequate support hinder women's careers in construction.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Steeling My Daughters Against a New Kind of Misogyny

Roe's reversal indicates a concerning shift in women's rights and access to reproductive healthcare, with increasing support for traditional gender roles.
Women
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

India's economy is leaving a generation of women behind on the farm

Men are leaving rural areas for city jobs, leaving women to manage the farm, leading to increased alienation and economic strain.
Arts
fromColossal
5 months ago

Ruby Sky Stiler Reassesses Women's Role in Art History in Geometric Portraits

Ruby Sky Stiler repositions women in art from muses to empowered creators, challenging traditional gender roles through her geometric and richly patterned paintings.
from48 hills
5 months ago

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Film's roots in early cinema featured significant female contributions, often overlooked as the medium gained status.
Women directors faced immense challenges in obtaining recognition in Hollywood's history, with few achieving lasting careers.
Mai Zetterling's retrospective underscores the value of celebrating lesser-known female filmmakers who broke societal norms.
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