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Julie Pennell

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Facebook's New App Is Going to Make Real Life Events Even Better

Pics or it didn't happen.
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Emma Watson Shares Shocking Stats About Women's Education and Leadership

Join the movement to change these numbers.
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The Morning-After Pill Is Now Available to Girls Under 16 in the UK—But There's a Big Catch

They've lifted the age restriction, but there's going to be an interview.
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There's a New High Tech Way to Crack Down on Cheating

Send in the drones!
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This Cool Project's Mission Is to Help You Find Your Twin Stranger

Your look-alike is out there!
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Cheer Up! Here's An Easy Trick to Feel Happy Every Day

Turn that emoji's frown upside down.
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This Teen Used His Senior Quote to Let His Parents Know He's Gay

It almost didn't make it in the yearbook, but thank goodness it did—because it's awesome!
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One Councilwoman's Mission Is to Provide Free Tampons at School

This could save teens a lot of money!
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QUIZ: Which Celebrity Shares Your Inner Nerdiness?

These are the coolest nerds around.
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This Clothing Company Found An Adorable Way to End Size-Shaming

They replaced numbers with flowers.
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This School Encourages Students to Dress According to Their Gender Identity

And it does it in the cutest way possible.
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Zendaya Looks Back on Her Heritage In Moving New Video

See why she's proud of her family.
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Why #DespiteBeingAWoman Is Trending in India

How one politician's words sparked outrage and then empowerment.
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Teen's Handmade Prom Dress Shuts Down Haters

Talk about gorgeous and inspiring!
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How Lady Gaga Is Fighting to Keep You Safe on Campus

The singer is saying, "Enough is enough."
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How Birth Control Has Changed Our Society For the Better

This is why we shouldn't take it for granted.
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You've Got to See This Senior Class Dance During Graduation!

Warning: Your body might start moving uncontrollably while watching this.
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Has Parents' Public Shaming of Teens Gone Too Far?

A middle school girl commits suicide just days after it happened to her.
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What You Need to Know About Sexual Assaults on Campus

A new report looks into university cover-ups.
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This Might Be the Most Ingenious Graduation Dress Yet

It's smart, chic, and charitable.
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This Model's Body Image Advice Is Truly Inspiring

"You are bold, you are brilliant, and you are beautiful."
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How Demi Lovato's Friends Helped Her Get Treatment for Bipolar Disorder

Every teen needs a support system like this.