Inspirational Women

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    100 years since the female vote, why are women still not exercising their right?

    100 years since women have been able to vote, but we're still not using it

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    Hillary Clinton is still an inspiration on her post-election hike

    Since Donald Trump was elected President on Tuesday, there have been protests and declarations of outrage across the States. Little did she expect that she would find Hillary Clinton doing the exact same. After suffering a shocking defeat to Trump, Margot Gerster was surprised to meet Hillary and husband Bill in the woods.

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    "Being in the public eye has given me power": Jessica Alba talks business, beauty and trusting your gut

    It goes some way to explaining Jessica Alba’s colossal jump from simple Hollywood actress to serious businesswoman. The Honest Company, which Jessica started in 2011 after struggling to find toxin-free baby products, is now worth almost $2 billion. Selling everything from nappies to tampons with the odd beauty line thrown in, the company has earned the 35-year-old a spot on the cover of Forbes magazine and the title of fourth youngest woman on their list of the Richest Self-Made Women in Ameri

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    Iranian swimwear designer Tala Raassi on how she found freedom through fashion

    Tala Raassi is living proof that sheer drive and determination pays off. The 35-year-old Iranian swimwear designer has overcome quite a few hurdles to become the woman she is today. Not least being locked in jail for five days and sentenced to 40 lashes when she was just 16-years-old. Her crime? Wearing a mini-skirt to a private mixed party to celebrate her birthday.

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    35 women who've changed history

    As Hillary Clinton sets out to become the first ever female president, we celebrate the women who have changed history with their bravery and determination. Some may be familiar faces; others unheard of names. They all have one thing in common: they were the first woman to achieve something in their field and will therefore be remembered forever. Hillary Clinton’s style evolution: A look at the presidential candidate’s wardrobe throughout the years Girl power: 20 of the most female empowering Hi