Kim Elsesser

Most women don't think the wage gap applies to them. getty Most women believe the gender pay gap exists.

Katherine Legge is set to make history as the first woman to attempt "The Double," competing in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. This grueling feat involves 1,100 miles in two different race cars across two states, a challenge only five drivers have ever tried. Legge, the sole woman in this year's Indy 500, highlights the extreme physicality of racing and the complex logistics required for her journey between tracks. Legge also voices concern over the declining number of women in top-tier racing, attributing it partly to the segregation of female drivers into less competitive, women-only series and difficulties in securing sponsorship.

Wait, what?! There's been a growing backlash against workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and it's often framed as a

New research indicates working from home significantly impacts romantic relationships, contingent on couples' work-life boundary preferences. A study of dual-earner couples found that if both partners desire strict separation, increased WFH hours lead to more conflict, which leads to loneliness and discussions of separation. Conversely, couples comfortable blending work and life adapt better, experiencing less conflict. When partners hold differing boundary preferences, men report more conflict if their partner's views diverge, while women report less, suggesting women may adapt more readily. The findings caution against viewing WFH as universally beneficial, urging couples to proactively discuss boundary expectations and household responsibilities before increasing remote work.

New research suggests bringing work home may have an impact on your romantic relationship. How couples fare depends on how they view work-home boundaries.

The Federal Reserve has reverted its leader's title from "chair" to "chairman" under new head Kevin Warsh, bucking a broader trend towards gender-neutral language. This change, made despite Janet Yellen and Jerome Powell previously using "chair." While no law dictates the title, the 1913 Federal Reserve Act uses "chairman." Research indicates that gendered language like "chairman" significantly influences perceptions, associating male traits with leadership and potentially creating barriers for women. Studies show "man" as a generic term still evokes male images, and children interpret masculine job titles as male-specific. Research suggests this move reinforces stereotypes and makes it harder for women to be seen as future leaders.

The Federal Reserve has returned to using “chairman” instead of “chair.” Research shows why gendered job titles influence who we imagine belongs in leadership.

SpaceX has one woman on its nine-member board. A few years ago, that may have drawn more scrutiny. Today, one woman may be considered enough.

Two women recently defied stereotypes about female risk-taking with incredible ocean endurance feats. Kelsey Pfendler completed a record-shattering solo row from California to Hawaii in just 43 days, becoming the fastest person ever. Concurrently, Catherine Breed began an unprecedented attempt to swim the entire California coastline. Their achievements powerfully demonstrate women's capacity for ambitious, high-stakes challenges. The article highlights how women often receive discouraging feedback for risk-taking, unlike men, which can hinder their pursuit of leadership roles. Both athletes inspire others to embrace their own "big, hard, scary thing," proving that strength is found by starting despite fear.

It's been exactly 10 years since Gretchen Carlson's lawsuit against Fox CEO Roger Ailes helped propel #MeToo into the national spotlight. Here's where we stand.