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Trump Admin Opposes Pro-Breastfeeding Resolution Expected to Pass Easily, Because of Course

07/09/2018

Trump Admin Opposes Pro-Breastfeeding Resolution Expected to Pass Easily, Because of Course

Although fed is best, many moms do resolve to at least try breastfeeding, as it's a great source of nutrition for baby and, well, because it's "free."

6 Powerful Photos That Will Make You Totally Rethink the Princess Stereotype

01/02/2018

6 Powerful Photos That Will Make You Totally Rethink the Princess Stereotype

Disney princesses rarely get as much credit as their superhero counterparts for representing strength, but they are so much more than just a group of pretty faces who can carry a tune.

UN Women's Executive Director on Why Men Must Speak Out About Violence Against Women

12/17/2017

UN Women's Executive Director on Why Men Must Speak Out About Violence Against Women

Physical and sexual violence against women continues to be one of the most pervasive human rights violations in the world, with one in three women experiencing it in some form in her lifetime.

The Most Batsh*t-Crazy Things Trump Said During His UN General Assembly Speech

09/23/2017

The Most Batsh*t-Crazy Things Trump Said During His UN General Assembly Speech

President Donald Trump made his debut at the United Nations General Assembly on Sept. 19, where he made a wide-ranging speech that was, well .

This UN Ambassador Had the Most Tone-Deaf Complaint About Working on July 4

07/06/2017

This UN Ambassador Had the Most Tone-Deaf Complaint About Working on July 4

While most Americans are lucky enough to have the Fourth of July off from work and school, there are a few notable exceptions: first responders, members of the military, many service industry employees, and certain public servants.

Malala Yousafzai's Wise Words on Why Girls Need Education

04/13/2017

Malala Yousafzai's Wise Words on Why Girls Need Education

At just 19, Malala Yousafzai continues to break barriers.

Amal Clooney and Nadia Murad Want to Stop ISIS's Genocide

03/14/2017

Amal Clooney and Nadia Murad Want to Stop ISIS's Genocide

Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney is hoping to help stop a genocide at the hands of ISIS with the help of one brave survivor.

Your Favorite YouTube Stars Are Teaming Up With the UN to End Gender Discrimination

03/04/2016

Your Favorite YouTube Stars Are Teaming Up With the UN to End Gender Discrimination

Love YouTube personalities Ingrid Nilsen, Jackie Aina, and Hayla Ghazal?

Leonardo DiCaprio's Speech on Climate Change May Change Your Opinion of Him

09/24/2014

Leonardo DiCaprio's Speech on Climate Change May Change Your Opinion of Him

Leonardo DiCaprio gave a moving speech at the United Nations on Tuesday to urge world leaders to take climate change seriously.