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Michigan State University Just Reached a Settlement With Victims of Sexual Assault by Larry Nassar
Sexual Health + Identity

Michigan State University Just Reached a Settlement With Victims of Sexual Assault by Larry Nassar

It’s the latest in the fallout from Nassar’s serial sexual abuse.
STD Rates in California Have Skyrocketed
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STD Rates in California Have Skyrocketed

And young adults account for a lot of the cases.
Jameela Jamil Dragged Kim Kardashian's Harmful "Appetite Suppressant" Ad
Nutrition

Jameela Jamil Dragged Kim Kardashian's Harmful "Appetite Suppressant" Ad

“You terrible and toxic influence on young girls.”
Researchers Just Revealed 2 Hidden Pages From Anne Frank’s Diary
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Researchers Just Revealed 2 Hidden Pages From Anne Frank’s Diary

“I’ll use this spoiled page to write down ‘dirty’ jokes.”
What It's Like to Have an Eating Disorder During Ramadan
Mental Health

What It's Like to Have an Eating Disorder During Ramadan

"Every year, I worry about relapse."
What Happens When You Get Your Period During Ramadan
Spirituality

What Happens When You Get Your Period During Ramadan

"When a woman has her period, the way she observes Ramadan changes."
This Is Us Star Justin Hartley Says He Was Sexually Harassed by a Fan
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This Is Us Star Justin Hartley Says He Was Sexually Harassed by a Fan

"I’m not afraid to say this, because I think she should be ashamed of herself."
Stop Telling Cancer Patients to “Fight”
Health

Stop Telling Cancer Patients to “Fight”

"You never hear ‘x lost their battle with a heart attack.’”
How to Handle Final Exams While You’re Fasting for Ramadan
Spirituality

How to Handle Final Exams While You’re Fasting for Ramadan

Muslim students are exchanging advice on Twitter.
Louis Tomlinson’s Biological Father Was Diagnosed With Cancer
Health

Louis Tomlinson’s Biological Father Was Diagnosed With Cancer

Less than two years after Louis’s mom died.
We Need Gender Neutral Bathrooms Everywhere
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We Need Gender Neutral Bathrooms Everywhere

"Removing gender markers even from one single-user stall helps remove the gender binary from daily life."
Rita Ora Responded to the Backlash Over “Girls”
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Rita Ora Responded to the Backlash Over “Girls”

“Girls was written to represent my truth.”
Period Tracking Apps Can Profit Off of Your Very Detailed Personal Information
Health

Period Tracking Apps Can Profit Off of Your Very Detailed Personal Information

“Every piece of information that we put online becomes something valuable for companies."
A Rainbow City Bench Sparked a Viral Conversation About Homeless Exclusion
Mental Health

A Rainbow City Bench Sparked a Viral Conversation About Homeless Exclusion

“When you’re inclusive but still hate the poor.”
This Woman Started a Pad Drive After Facing "Petty" Harassment
Sexual Health + Identity

This Woman Started a Pad Drive After Facing "Petty" Harassment

Someone left pads on the female mayor's doorstep, and Samantha Green is turning the gesture around.
Beyoncé and Solange's Mom Took Them to Counseling as Kids
Mental Health

Beyoncé and Solange's Mom Took Them to Counseling as Kids

"I just spent a lot of time teaching my girls not to be insecure."
Tarana Burke Is Launching a Social Platform for #MeToo — Read Our Exclusive Interview
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Tarana Burke Is Launching a Social Platform for #MeToo — Read Our Exclusive Interview

She shares her plans with Teen Vogue.
You Can Blame This Year's "Pollen Tsunami" For Your Terrible Allergies
Health

You Can Blame This Year's "Pollen Tsunami" For Your Terrible Allergies

Is this the allergy version of the bomb cyclone?
Kevin McHale Spoke Publicly About His Sexuality for the First Time
Sexual Health + Identity

Kevin McHale Spoke Publicly About His Sexuality for the First Time

“People knew.”