In the UK, 29% of girls are overweight. In the US, 36% of black girls, 37% of Hispanic girls and 29% of white girls are overweight or obese. But why are the numbers so high? How can girls be taught healthy attitudes, and encouraged to try sport from their first day at school?

A struggling economy and tough job market have thrown adult generations back together under one roof. And from Whole Foods to Home Depot, retailers are adapting, creating inclusive experiences that offer mutual ground for all generations.

Amidst the sexualised wallpaper of contemporary culture, are teens, parents and teachers alike losing sight of real sex in favour of pornified and potentially damaging ideals?

Swapping the passive Disney Princess for two powerful female leads has helped Disney's Frozen become a global phenomenon. In Japan, where sexism prevails, the film's popularity has soared as it connects with a new generation of women.

Half of teenage girls in the UK have avoided certain activities because they feel bad about their looks. Skincare brand Dove is out to tackle low female self-esteem with its new advert that tells women “you are more beautiful than you think”.

In a bid to boost sales for Valentine's Day, American Apparel’s NYC SoHo branch adorned its mannequins with faux pubic hair, unmissable behind sheer panties. The message: au naturel is best. But is it anything more than a PR stunt?

Embracing the quirks of '90s indie pre-digital culture, Rookie is an online magazine that speaks with a funny, fresh and sincere voice to younger Millennials. Created by Tavi Gevinson at age 15, the magazine reworks the tone of mainstream media.

“You can still like fashion and be a feminist,” says Mother's Katie Mackay. But with enduring stereotypes, the 'taboo' topic has often been avoided by women's magazines – until now. Can a new campaign by fashion magazine Elle 'rebrand' feminism?