Maria Shriver returning to NBC (Video)
The former First Lady of California is returning to broadcast journalism, reports TMZ on April 30. After working for various NBC television news programs from 1987 to 2004, Maria Shriver will return...
View ArticleWorld Pulse begins ‘Girls Transform the World’ digital action campaign (Photos)
World Pulse, a grass roots media network powered by women in 190 countries, kicked off a new campaign on May 2, which focuses on the celebration of women. With a tagline of “Honor a Woman, Celebrate a...
View ArticleKentucky Derby Mint Julep recipe
The 139th Kentucky Derby will provide fans with plenty to savor and sip, serving southern innovations, traditional favorites and the world-famous Kentucky Derby Mint Julep. Chef Jo-Jo weaves his...
View ArticleSauza margarita recipe for Cinco de Mayo (Photos)
Yes, Cinco de Mayo isn’t until tomorrow and you may be sipping on Chef Jo-Jo Doyle’s Kentucky Derby Mint Julep. But none-the-less, you should always have a great margarita recipe on hand.The...
View ArticleA move forward for women in Iraq (Video)
The State Department reported today, May 8 that a delegation of ten female Iraqi police officers arrived in the U.S. for three weeks of training. This marks the first all-female delegation to...
View ArticleChange.org launches petition to keep ‘Merida’ like a ‘real girl’ (Video)
“Merida” is the animated star of Disney’s “Brave” and will be coronated as an official “Disney Princess” on May 11. On May 7, ahead of the coronation ceremony at Walt Disney World...
View ArticleCatapult crowdfunding for global women’s empowerment
Similar to the crowdfunding model of Kickstarter.com, Catapult.org launched in September 2012 with the objective of addressing the vast problems that females, around the globe, face. Issues like...
View ArticleDiscovery Familia expands programs dedicated to health
Discovery Familia announced on May 22, that they are expanding programming and dedicating two nights per week to physical and emotional health. Monday and Wednesday nights will focus on the issues...
View ArticleDo miracles truly exist?: Discovery en Español investigates (Photos)
Discovery en Español announced June 4, a new investigative series, “Misterios De La Fe” – “Mysteries of the Faith,” which will take viewers through the analysis of the scientific evidence behind 16...
View ArticleLifetime Movie Network has the perfect Fourth of July
LMN (Lifetime Movie Network) announced on June 21 the Network’s upcoming perfect Fourth of July weekend with a LMN Perfect Marathon. The two-day parade includes 18 “perfect” movies that kicks-off at 6...
View ArticleBGCA and Kimberly-Clark launch ‘Girl Talk’
The Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) announced on July 12 the launch of a new initiative to answer the “uncomfortable” questions many young girls have. The initiative “Girl Talk: What's Your...
View ArticleKirstie Alley to star in Lifetime’s ‘Baby Sellers’
Lifetime announced July 16 the premiere of a compelling film “Baby Sellers”. Starring Emmy and Golden Globe winner Kirstie Alley, “Baby Sellers” is inspired by true-life events and focuses upon one...
View ArticleDiscovery en Español partners with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation
Discovery en Español announced on Aug. 2 a partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) and its Latinos On Fast Track (LOFT) program for Descubre Tu Talento “Discover Your Talent”, which is...
View ArticleAnimated educational series arrives at Discovery Familia
Discovery Familia announced Tuesday, Aug. 13 the arrival of a special group of creatures who are on a mission to bring the wonders of math to young children. In the new series, “Matemonstruos,” Max,...
View ArticleDiscovery en Español celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month
Discovery en Español announced Tuesday, Sep. 10 that they will broadcast original productions, and community events offering information about self-improvement and employment opportunities, in...
View ArticleDiscovery Familia launches campaign for American Diabetes Month
Diabetes affects approximately 26 million Americans, and among those diagnosed with the disease are Hispanic adults. With approximately 11.8 percent of Hispanic adults diagnosed with diabetes, the...
View ArticleCareer tips from LinkedIn’s Career Expert Nicole Williams
The Women’s Issues Examiner snagged an exclusive interview on Nov. 12 with LinkedIn’s resident career expert, Nicole Williams. In conjunction with being LinkedIn’s Career Expert, Nicole Williams is...
View ArticleCould the bikini bridge replace the thigh gap?
In an article published today, Jan. 7, the Daily Mail is calling attention to the latest body-deforming craze … the “bikini bridge”. Is it any wonder that girls have body image issues? With the recent...
View ArticleDiscovery Familia launches health and wellness campaign
Discovery Familia, the Hispanic community arm of Discovery Channel, announced Feb. 5 the launch of its Camino al Bienestar campaign, which is part of a continued commitment to Hispanic women and their...
View ArticleSoledad O’Brien partners with CoverGirl for ‘Girls Can’ campaign
CoverGirl officially announced yesterday, Feb. 24, a unique partnership with Soledad O’Brien that will focus on the empowerment of young women. The “Girls Can” campaign began with a soft launch during...
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