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Lyz Lenz


Lyz Lenz is currently the managing editor of the Rumpus. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, Jezebel, the Columbia Journalism Review, and Mashable.

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Look at these adorable elderly chihuahuas one woman adopted

'Each day we share, we see as a gift.'

On Sep 9, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Internet roasts dude for mansplaining space to female astronaut

When you 'actually' a woman, reach for the moon—or delete your account.

On Sep 9, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Man admits to shooting his wife and child on Facebook before killing himself

'She deserved what she had coming.'

On Sep 9, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Do you know how effective your birth control really is?

From the patch to the pill, we have the stats on how likely you are to get pregnant.

On Sep 9, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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While reporting a heart-wrenching story, journalist gets called out for her ‘skinny jeans’

Jana Shortal fights back against insensitive, irrelevant criticism of her clothes.

On Sep 8, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Airbnb announces changes to combat discrimination

First steps include an instant booking feature and less-prominent profile images.

On Sep 8, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Men are sharing selfies to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental health

The #ItsOkayToTalk campaign encourages men to vocalize their feelings.

On Sep 8, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Single mom upstages ‘Donuts With Dads’ school event in the best way

People on Facebook are calling her the 'world's best mom.'

On Sep 8, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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UPenn students call out sexist email that preys on freshmen women

'This is what rape culture looks like.'

On Sep 8, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Elizabeth Gilbert says feelings for longtime female friend ended her ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ marriage

It's the new conclusion to the author's quest for self-discovery.

On Sep 7, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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MMA fighter says goodbye to his 15-month-old son on Facebook

Marcus Kowal's son was taken off life support Sunday after being hit by an alleged drunk driver.

On Sep 7, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Students share what it’s like to return to school after a shooting

Thousands take to Reddit to discuss the haunting aftermath of gun violence.

On Sep 7, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Bullies throw deaf student’s belongings in toilet, photo of incident goes viral

Alex Hernandez has received a lot of online support, but he no longer feels safe at school.

On Sep 7, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Brock Turner registers as a sex offender in Ohio

The convicted rapist will now have to register in whatever state he calls home.

On Sep 6, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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Man resurfaces yard with toxic blue mulch for his children to play in

He's confused when Reddit makes fun of his hard work.

On Sep 6, 2016 by Lyz Lenz