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Women on Track to Inherit Trillions, but Readiness Lags
finance17 days ago

Women on Track to Inherit Trillions, but Readiness Lags

Women are set to control the majority of the $124 trillion Great Wealth Transfer through 2048, with widows likely to receive much of the first wave and female assets projected to rise to about 38% of U.S. wealth by 2030, yet surveys show a big readiness gap: about 84% of women lack confidence in handling inheritances, and many feel overwhelmed. Experts say advisers must engage women early, include them in planning, and address emotional and social aspects of money; new estate-management platforms aim to ease administration, and women’s philanthropy could grow as wealth expands.

via USA Today|
#estate-planning#finance#financial-literacy
Barefoot race becomes symbol of India's stubborn education chase
world19 days ago

Barefoot race becomes symbol of India's stubborn education chase

Ramabai Ranveer, a 47-year-old widow from Maharashtra, ran barefoot to win a 3km community race in hopes of funding her daughters' books, highlighting how families sacrifice for education in India amid costly coaching, fierce exam competition, and inconsistent government support. The story sparked national debate on whether education schemes reach the poor, even as authorities consider aid for Ramabai and others like her.

via BBC|
#education#exams#india
Eight women's deaths highlight South Africa's ongoing femicide crisis
world22 days ago

Eight women's deaths highlight South Africa's ongoing femicide crisis

Eight women's deaths in South Africa have drawn renewed attention to the country’s high femicide and violent-crime rates, with crime statistics showing 5,427 murders between April and July (about 45 per day); the UN notes femicide rates there are among the world's highest, and a 2022 think-tank study found more than a third of adult women have experienced physical or sexual violence. Police have offered cash rewards for information related to the killings.

via AP News|
#crime#femicide#south-africa
Fatigue grips the U.S. audience, with women and young adults hit hardest
health23 days ago

Fatigue grips the U.S. audience, with women and young adults hit hardest

A CDC analysis of the National Health Interview Survey shows that in 2024, 71.5% of U.S. adults reported fatigue on at least some days, and 16.6% felt very tired or exhausted most days. Fatigue was more common among young adults and women, and those with frequent fatigue were over three times as likely to have depression and about twice as likely to report anxiety or cognitive difficulties, along with limitations in work and social activities. If fatigue persists despite adequate sleep or disrupts daily responsibilities, consult a healthcare provider, as fatigue can signal an underlying health condition.

via The Washington Post|
#cdc#fatigue#health
CDC data reveal fatigue gap: women report more fatigue than men
health25 days ago

CDC data reveal fatigue gap: women report more fatigue than men

CDC data from a 2024 survey of nearly 27,000 adults show women report fatigue more often than men: over half say they feel fatigued on some days and about 18% say most days or every day, with fatigue linked to cognitive difficulties, depression, and anxiety; younger adults (18–34) report fatigue more frequently, while older adults and men report it less often. Experts note busy responsibilities and hormonal factors may contribute, though the study does not establish causes or compare to previous years.

via New York Post|
#cdc#fatigue#health
Fatigue is widespread in the U.S., with young adults and women most affected, CDC finds
health26 days ago

Fatigue is widespread in the U.S., with young adults and women most affected, CDC finds

A CDC/NCHS survey of about 27,000 U.S. adults in 2024 found that 71.5% felt very tired or exhausted on multiple days in the past three months, and about 16–17% experienced frequent fatigue (most days or every day). Fatigue was most common among 18–34-year-olds (19.5%), women (20% vs 13% for men), and American Indian/Alaska Native adults (25.5%), with higher rates in the South and Midwest. Those with frequent fatigue also reported more depression, anxiety, and cognitive difficulties. Fatigue is not sleepiness or chronic fatigue syndrome; it may reflect stress, lifestyle, and various health issues. Health experts urge addressing sleep, stress, and overall health, including strategies like relaxation and active rest.

via NBC News|
#cdc#fatigue#health
GOP hopeful's misogynistic past tests Texas congressional race
politics1 month ago

GOP hopeful's misogynistic past tests Texas congressional race

CNN reports Brandon Herrera, a Texas GOP congressional candidate and online personality known as 'The AK Guy,' has a lengthy history of crude, misogynistic comments about women, including demeaning feminists and gun-safety advocates, as well as explicit remarks. Herrera describes the remarks as jokes, while some Republicans back him amid a race in a district where the incumbent resigned amid a House Ethics probe and a female Democrat challenger is running. Democrats have targeted the seat, hoping Herrera’s past could hurt him; the race centers on gun rights and border security, with Herrera facing scrutiny over his online persona and comments.

via CNN|
#elections#misogyny#politics
When Is Low Blood Pressure Dangerous for Women? Key Signs and Home Steps
health1 month ago

When Is Low Blood Pressure Dangerous for Women? Key Signs and Home Steps

A reading below 90/60 mmHg is generally considered low, but symptoms matter. Orthostatic hypotension—dizziness upon standing—affects more women, especially with age. Dangerous drops can come from dehydration, bleeding, infection, allergic reactions, or meds and may lead to shock if untreated. For mild cases, manage at home with adequate fluids, slower rises to a standing position, compression stockings, and reviewing medications. Seek urgent care if dizziness is severe, accompanied by sweating, rapid pulse, confusion, or loss of consciousness. Regular home monitoring and sharing readings with your doctor help determine underlying causes and appropriate treatment.

via Woman's World|
#dizziness#health#hypotension
France Roars Through FIBA World Cup Group Play, Eyes Gold
sports1 month ago

France Roars Through FIBA World Cup Group Play, Eyes Gold

France’s women’s basketball team opened the FIBA World Cup with dominant Group Play wins (99-53 vs Hungary, 95-69 vs Korea, and a 55-point win over Nigeria), led by Gabby Williams and a roster featuring eight WNBA players. They set a World Cup record with 22 three-pointers in a game, boosting expectations as they pursue a gold medal, potentially challenging the United States.

via SB Nation|
#basketball#france#sports
High daily coffee intake linked to lower bone density in older women, tea may boost bone health
health1 month ago

High daily coffee intake linked to lower bone density in older women, tea may boost bone health

A Flinders University study published in Nutrients followed 9,704 postmenopausal women aged 65+ for 10 years and found that consuming more than five cups of coffee daily was associated with lower bone mineral density at key sites, while tea consumption correlated with higher total hip BMD; moderate coffee (about 2–3 cups/day) showed no negative effect. The researchers noted interactions with alcohol and obesity and stressed the study shows associations, not causation. They advised maintaining bone health through calcium and vitamin D, physical activity, and avoiding smoking and heavy alcohol, with a note that moderate coffee is acceptable and tea may be a bone-friendly alternative.

via New York Post|
#bone-density#coffee#health