women’s history

Newly Released File Reveals The FBI Tracked The Activities Of Aretha Franklin For 40 Years

The FBI kept tabs on the so-called "Queen of Soul" while searching for links between Franklin and civil rights activists, communists, and "Black extremists."

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 14, 2022

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Newly Released File Reveals The FBI Tracked The Activities Of Aretha Franklin For 40 Years

The FBI kept tabs on the so-called "Queen of Soul" while searching for links between Franklin and civil rights activists, communists, and "Black extremists."

By Kaleena Fraga • October 14, 2022

Betty White Quotes On Hollywood, Hot Dogs, And Health That Will Make Your Day

From her thoughts on animals and children to sex and love, these Betty White quotes are sure to shock — and make you laugh out loud.

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 10, 2022

Betty White Quotes On Hollywood, Hot Dogs, And Health That Will Make Your Day

From her thoughts on animals and children to sex and love, these Betty White quotes are sure to shock — and make you laugh out loud.

By Marco Margaritoff • October 10, 2022

The Story Of Mary Surratt, The Lincoln Assassination Conspirator Who Became The First Woman Ever Hanged By The U.S. Government

At her boarding house in Washington, D.C., Mary Surratt hosted meetings for the group who plotted Abraham Lincoln's murder — and even stored weapons for John Wilkes Booth at her tavern.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 9, 2022

The Story Of Mary Surratt, The Lincoln Assassination Conspirator Who Became The First Woman Ever Hanged By The U.S. Government

At her boarding house in Washington, D.C., Mary Surratt hosted meetings for the group who plotted Abraham Lincoln's murder — and even stored weapons for John Wilkes Booth at her tavern.

By Austin Harvey • October 9, 2022

The Inspiring Story Of Emmett Till’s Mother — And How She Became A Civil Rights Hero

Mamie Till-Mobley is best known for her activism after her son's murder in 1955. But her story didn't end there.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 5, 2022

The Inspiring Story Of Emmett Till’s Mother — And How She Became A Civil Rights Hero

Mamie Till-Mobley is best known for her activism after her son's murder in 1955. But her story didn't end there.

By Austin Harvey • October 5, 2022

The Complicated Legacy Of Valentina Tereshkova, The Only Woman To Ever Fly Solo In Space

Once revered as the first woman in space, Russian cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova has since become a contentious figure as she has fought to keep President Vladimir Putin in power.

By Genevieve Carlton • Sep 26, 2022

The Complicated Legacy Of Valentina Tereshkova, The Only Woman To Ever Fly Solo In Space

Once revered as the first woman in space, Russian cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova has since become a contentious figure as she has fought to keep President Vladimir Putin in power.

By Genevieve Carlton • September 26, 2022

Inside The Short And Tumultuous Life Of Gia Carangi, “The World’s First Supermodel”

After moving to New York in 1977, Gia Carangi became one of the most sought-after models in fashion and a fixture of Studio 54 — but her life quickly unraveled.

By William DeLong • Sep 24, 2022

Inside The Short And Tumultuous Life Of Gia Carangi, “The World’s First Supermodel”

After moving to New York in 1977, Gia Carangi became one of the most sought-after models in fashion and a fixture of Studio 54 — but her life quickly unraveled.

By William DeLong • September 24, 2022

Meet Esther Jones, The Black Performer Who Inspired ‘Betty Boop’

A child singer and dancer, Esther Jones inspired Paramount to create the cartoon character Betty Boop in 1930 — but she never received any credit or royalties.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • Sep 22, 2022

Meet Esther Jones, The Black Performer Who Inspired ‘Betty Boop’

A child singer and dancer, Esther Jones inspired Paramount to create the cartoon character Betty Boop in 1930 — but she never received any credit or royalties.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • September 22, 2022

Renowned Archaeologist Claims That He May Have Found The Lost Mummy Of Queen Nefertiti

Queen Nefertiti lived in ancient Egypt between 1370 and 1330 B.C.E and was the mother of Tutankhamun, or King Tut.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 15, 2022

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Renowned Archaeologist Claims That He May Have Found The Lost Mummy Of Queen Nefertiti

Queen Nefertiti lived in ancient Egypt between 1370 and 1330 B.C.E and was the mother of Tutankhamun, or King Tut.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 15, 2022

Inside The True Story Of Pocahontas That Disney Didn’t Tell

A Native American woman who fostered peace between the Powhatan people and English settlers in the 1600s, Pocahontas paid dearly for her kindness.

By Genevieve Carlton • Sep 14, 2022

Inside The True Story Of Pocahontas That Disney Didn’t Tell

A Native American woman who fostered peace between the Powhatan people and English settlers in the 1600s, Pocahontas paid dearly for her kindness.

By Genevieve Carlton • September 14, 2022

Queen Elizabeth In World War II: The Little-Known Story Of ‘Princess Auto Mechanic’

The future Queen Elizabeth was barely a teenager when World War II erupted, but she was determined to do what she could for her country — and she soon became the first female member of the royal family to enlist in the British Army.

By Genevieve Carlton • Sep 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth In World War II: The Little-Known Story Of ‘Princess Auto Mechanic’

The future Queen Elizabeth was barely a teenager when World War II erupted, but she was determined to do what she could for her country — and she soon became the first female member of the royal family to enlist in the British Army.

By Genevieve Carlton • September 9, 2022