Opinion
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19 things you will only understand if you’re a vegan
‘No guys, I don’t wear hemp or collect crystals…I just don’t like animal by-products!’
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Things you only know if you're a war photographer
As Louder Than Bombs hits cinema screens, we spoke to Alison Baskerville about life as a female war photographer - and how she deals with life at home after spending time in conflict zones.
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What it feels like to check yourself into rehab for drugs
Ever wondered how it would feel to admit yourself to rehab? This woman did. Here's what she said.
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'She's the only one I'd kill for, but who I sometimes secretly want to kill' - 3 women on their sisters
Friendship, rivalry and intimacy – anyone with a sister knows how complex the relationship is. Here, three writers analyse the impact this has had on their lives...
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Olivia Wilde Has Made A Video For Down Syndrome Day - But Is It Missing The Point?
Either way, if this doesn't give you a lump in the back of your throat, we can only assume you're made of steel
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Victoria Pendleton's mum: Raising an Olympian
Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton's mother, Pauline Pendleton, tells us what it's really like raising an Olympian
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Marie Claire's Response To The 'A4 Waist Challenge'
A disturbing new competitive slimming fad is spreading across social media. Here's our reaction to it...
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The Worst Day Of My Life: ‘I hated being pregnant’
From showcasing a baby bump to organising The Big Day, there are certain life stages that society regards as the peak of female happiness. But what if your experience doesn’t live up to the hype? One woman shares her story…
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Reader Poll: Do Naked Selfies And Feminism Mix?
When Kim Kardashian-West posted that naked selfie last week, the internet was divided...
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9 Times Saudi Arabia Made Us Go 'WTF'
In suprising news, Saudi Arabia has declared itself 'one of the very first countries which promoted human rights'. Whoever would have thought it.
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We Asked Malala's Dad Whether You Can Be An Activist AND Lead A Normal Life
An interview with Malala’s father led Anya Meyerowitz to question how much she could do for a worthy cause, and whether it would mean giving up her current lifestyle...
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This Is How I Am My Own Best Friend (And You Can Be Too)
Our #BREAKFREE from Fear Campaign Ambassador Laura Jane Williams tells us how to love ourselves and gives us her tricks for seeing the world through a happy filter...
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What It Feels Like... To Go Grey At 14
We pluck them out and cover them up - but what about when you've been grey for over half your life? Author Kate Riordan shares her story...
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'My Complex, Contradictory Relationship With Fear'
Life is strange, and life is scary. But when you've survived adolescence, what's left to fear?
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'Being A Woman Can Feel Like A Constant Audition'
Struggling to put yourself out there in case you trip up along the way? One writer explores how our fear of failure is holding us all back...
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'Dear Daughter, Why I Struggle To Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway'
As part of her 'Dear Daughter' blog series, Anna Mansell explains why she feels so scared so often...
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'My Life Was Perfect... Then My Mum Died'
Overcoming her fear of failure wasn't on Naomi Barrow's priority list. Until her circumstances changed, and she was forced to reassess everything...
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'The More Extreme The Fear, The More Likely It Is To Change Your Life'
With the possible exception of white water rafting, fear is usually a signal that something is worth doing, says writer Daisy Buchanan
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What it feels like to get an ovarian cancer diagnosis
When she was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer last year, Chloe Jackson wasn't sure what to expect. Here she explains how she coped, and what she learned...
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'You Can't Label People - It's Just Not Possible'
This week, we're breaking free from our tendency to make snap judgements about strangers. Here, one writer recalls the moment she knew she had to change her ways...
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Why now is the time to shout about racism
As President Trump issues a travel ban on nationals from seven Muslim-majority countries and bans Syrian refugees from entering the US indefinitely, entrepreneur Heidy Rehman explains why Trump and Brexit should encourage us all to #calloutracism
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Why The Plastic Bag Charge Isn't The End Of The World
The government has introduced a plastic bag charge of 5p so here are some cheaper, more stylish alternatives
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Girls Should Put Down The Barbies And Pick Up The Lego
A top female scientist has claimed gendered toys are harming child development
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Why We Should Be Searching For ‘Made In Britain’ On Our Clothes Labels
Used to seeing Made in China on your clothing labels? It's time to change your shopping habits, says Kate Hills of Make it British
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The Ashley Madison Hack: Did The People Who Cheated Deserve To Be Exposed?
Ashley Madison, the dating website with the controversial tagline ‘life is short, have an affair’, has been hacked...
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This 'Beach Body Ready' Ad Has Been Ruled 'Not Offensive' By Watchdog. Do You Agree?
After much controversy, the ASA rules that Protein World's campaign doesn't objectify women.
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6 Gross Things We Discovered About The Playboy Mansion In Former Playmate Holly Madison’s New Book
Former Playboy Bunny Holly Madison is about to release a tell-all book about her time in the Playboy Mansion...
