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People Doing Good

England's first female professional astronomer was largely ignored for two centuries — but is finally gaining name recognition today

Caroline Herschel, the first English professional female astronomer, made contributions to astronomy that are still important to the field today. But even many astronomers may not recognize her name.

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Human Rights

Meet the forgotten deaf women who fought for the right to vote

Despite harsh, discriminatory conditions, low pay, and lack of recognition, countless deaf women have fought with brilliance and dedication for personal and professional recognition, including for the right to vote.

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Good News This Week

Good News This Week: March 2, 2024 - Park, Trees, & Free Tuition

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...

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Education

Join this Wikipedia 'Edit-a-thon' to celebrate Women's History Month right from your couch

The Smithsonian American Women’s History museum is addressing Wikipedia's gender gap by hosting a free "Wikipedia Edit-a-thon" to create and edit articles about inspiring women.

Left: The band MUNA poses in front of a light blue sky, Center: A poster for MadSoul Music Festival, Right: Lin-Manuel Miranda holds up an "I voted" sticker in a selfie

Arts & Culture

This congressman is hosting a music festival with MUNA, Lin-Manuel Miranda to raise funds for equal rights

MUNA, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and other big names will join forces in Orlando on March 2 to help raise funds for social justice advocacy organizations.

3 inspiring women who have changed the world for good: Coretta Scott King, Malala Yousafzai, and Audre Lorde

People Doing Good

46 Inspiring Women Who Have Changed the World for Good

Beyond Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we can foster greater recognition for the contributions of women throughout history, explore their stories, and be inspired to make a positive impact ourselves.

Left: Jon Stewart cries on The Daily Show, Right: Jon Stewart sits with his two children, holding a brindle pit bull puppy in his arms

Animals

Jon Stewart helps raise $25k for animal shelter after heartfelt tribute to beloved dog Dipper on 'The Daily Show'

After a heartfelt tribute to his late dog, Dipper, Jon Stewart inspired hundreds to donate to a New York City animal shelter.

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Holidays

9 Best TED Talks To Watch During Women's History Month

This Women's History Month, learn from some of the world's most daring women leaders — and their TED Talks.

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Governments Doing Good

A new Michigan law will automatically register people to vote when leaving prison

The law is the first in the nation and expands the Department of Corrections’ current effort to restore voting rights to returning citizens.

Jessie Dean Gipson Simmons, shown top center, posing for the camera with her family. [Clockwise: daughter Angela and husband Obadiah Jerone, Sr.]

Racial Justice

Jessie Simmons: How a schoolteacher became an unsung hero of the civil rights movement

Denials in work applications set Jessie up to fight an important battle for justice for Black educators at a time when many were being pushed out of the teaching profession.