The story behind the woman who inspired Harris to break barriers
Shyamala Gopalan figures large in Vice President Harris’ life story — and her motivation to break barriers in politics.
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In 'Mothercoin', the labor of love transcends borders
Mothercoin, by Elizabeth Cummins Muñoz, takes an intimate look at the lives of immigrant nannies in Houston, and how their work in private homes affects their relationship with their own children.
CNN's Zain Asher is grateful for her mom's tough love — even if it meant no TV
Asher's dad died in a car crash in Nigeria when she was 5. Her grief-stricken mother used strict and innovative methods to raise 4 kids. Asher honors her mom in the memoir Where the Children Take Us.
The Philippines Has A Policy Against Home Births. It's Not Playing Well In A Pandemic
The "No Home Birth" policy was created to reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates. But critics say it makes giving birth expensive and complicated — especially during the coronavirus crisis.
A Daily Mother-Daughter Moment Documented Forever
Maria Rivas stepped in as caretaker when her aging mother, Julia Medina, began having health complications. After Julia's death, a nostalgic photo reminds Maria of their life together.
'I Only Knew Her As Mom': A Daughter Learns More From Her Late Mother's Best Friend
Sada Jackson remembers her mother by talking to her mom's best friend, Angela Morehead-Mugita. Angela passes along advice to Sada that Sada's mom had once given to her.
'Joy Enough' Recalls A Daughter's All-Encompassing Love For Her Mother
Sarah McColl unstintingly puts her heart on the page as she reflects on caring for her dying mother, with whom she is unimaginably close, as her marriage fails.
Why Males Are Biology's Riskier Sex
New data have confirmed major differences in mutation rates between the sexes — showing that children inherit more mutations from their dads than from their moms, says guest commentator Robert Martin.
Beyoncé Is Not The Magical Negro Mammy
Just imagine Beyoncé, one of the world's most celebrated, recognized and highest-paid stars, being asked to "mother" Adele and Faith Hill. Not happening.