gender bias
Why gender-neutral toy options matter, according to experts
"Boy’s colors are blue and girl’s colors are pink. What sense does that make?" one expert says as Lego pledges to remove gender bias from its toys.
How maternity leave stigma is undermining women's careers
Women are still paying a penalty for having children, with many reporting that taking maternity leave has had a negative impact on their careers.
Why women's academic titles often go ignored
Gender bias and stereotyping has long plagued women in the workplace, with ambitious women criticised as 'bossy' or 'aggressive' for displaying traits proudly displayed by their male peers.
More women should join the skilled trades now: 'Blue-collar CEO'
Mandy Rennehan was 19 when she founded Freshco, a construction company that today works with some of the world's most recognizable brands.
UK hospitality workers 'pay the most' for car insurance
Drivers, chef's and hairdressers pay the most expensive car insurance premiums in the UK.
How gender bias affects feedback and performance reviews
Research shows gender bias can have a significant influence on feedback and performance reviews, putting women at a disadvantage.
Bosses tell female employees to be ‘sexier’ for work video meetings, study suggests
Female employees have been told by bosses to dress “sexier” and wear make-up for video calls while working from home due to the coronavirus crisis, a new study suggests.
Shouldergate: Why do we still judge women on what they wear to work?
Whether it is because of their clothes, shoes or hair, women are endlessly scrutinised – and it’s a problem that affects all women in the workplace.
UK's 'part-time gender bias' as women account for 65% of roles
Analysis finds women make up two- thirds of all part-time jobs in the UK.
Makers of robotic female sex toy firm brands tech show sexist after being stripped of award
The hands-free female massager was vetted by the Consumer Technology Association and a panel of expert judges.
Opinion: A Woman As Indiana Jones? Yes, Please.
"Indiana Joan" is another sign of Hollywood's gender awakening.
A third grader was sent home from school for her 'distracting' haircut — but her mom says there's more to the story
Over the years, the 8-year-old experimented with various looks, having stars, stripes, and zigzags shaved into her hair with no complaints from the school — until now.
Women asked for equal pay but got 'Lady Doritos' – and other perfect tweets in response to the 'ladylike' snack
So-called "Lady Doritos" will play to ladylike consumers by offering less crunch and less mess. Twitter users aren't sure the idea is so great.
Why pink and blue toys can still harm girls and boys
Simply activating the part of the brain that thinks about gender reminds kids of ideas they've picked up from peers, school, and media since they were about 3.
Many surgeons make mistakes, but one gender may pay a higher price
Gender bias may play a part in how often and how much women surgeons suffer the consequence of making mistakes versus their male counterparts.
Condé Nast fashionistas reportedly mocked new editor’s outfit, and Twitter is outraged
According to a WWD report, Condé Nast and Vanity Fair employees disapproved of VF's new editor Radhika Jones's fashion choices. Here's why that's sexist, and how people are reacting.
People Are Loving This New Word To Rival The 'Mansplaining' Phenomenon
"My friends coined a word: hepeated.”
Ashton Kutcher Illustrates Perfectly Why There’s Gender Bias In Tech
The actor-investor posted a tone-deaf list of questions about women and investing. The first one: What are the rules for flirting at work, exactly?
James Charles’s Yearbook Photo Puts Your Highlighting Skills to Shame
CoverGirl's CoverBoy James Charles's final yearbook photo is here. Let's just say, it probably exceeds his highlight goal expectations.
Hillary Clinton Says Misogyny Played A Part In Her Loss. She's Right.
Is this really a debate?
Pharrell: Women’s Contribution To History Was Always Erased
The hitmaker discussed the historical relevance of "Hidden Figures" during a recent roundtable discussion.
When A Company Is Failing, Female CEOs Get Blamed More Frequently Than Men
Women leaders can't seem to catch a break, study finds.
Clueless Op-Ed On Sexism Reveals Businessman's Own Gender Bias
The writer has apologized for his "dreadful article" that appeared in The Wall Street Journal.
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Dissecting That ‘Presidential Look’: All the Ways Appearance Could Sway Votes to Trump or Clinton
In a key moment in Monday night's debate, moderator Lester Holt asked Donald Trump to clarify his comment that Hillary Clinton lacked “a presidential look.” “She doesn’t have the look,” bellowed the Republican nominee in return. “She doesn’t have the stamina… to be president of this country you need tremendous stamina.”
Smiling Has A Strange Effect On Racist and Sexist First Impressions
Smiling people may be less likely to be judged by their gender or race, study shows.
A Shocking Number Of Women Doctors Are Sexually Harassed
Thirty percent say they've been harassed on the job.