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Source: How 2013's War on Abortion Is Being Waged State by State

Today, Arkansas's legislature advanced a bill banning abortion after 20 weeks of pregnancy with no exceptions for rape or incest. That's after advancing the "heartbeat" bill last week that outlaws abortion after six weeks - before many women even know that they're pregnant.

Last month may have been the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, but 40 years later, bills that are unconstitutional thanks to that decision are still being proposed (and even passing). Arkansas is one of several Republican-run states making a big push in 2013 to ban abortions with bills targeting women's reproductive rights.

President of the Center For Reproductive Rights Nancy Northup spoke with Rachel Maddow recently about why these state-run attacks against abortion matter. States like North Dakota and Mississippi are in the process of closing down the last abortion clinics standing - currently there's only one remaining in each - essentially preventing

TresSugarSource: Coach Crush: 13 Things You May Not Know About the Harbaugh Brothers

Even nonfootball fans can appreciate this year's Super Bowl, which has already been coined the "Har-Bowl" thanks to the two handsome head coaches at the helm: brothers John and Jim Harbaugh. Love the game or not, it's easy to fall for the story of two close brothers facing off in the big game for the first time in NFL history. John coaches the Baltimore Ravens, while his little bro, Jim, heads ups the San Francisco 49ers.

Good looks aside, the Harbaughs also boast a bit of pop-culture cred, as one of them played Screech's cousin on Saved by the Bell: The New Class (don't worry - that clip is included in this slideshow). Whether you're counting down to kickoff or just hope to catch Beyoncé's halftime show on Feb. 3, you can make this the year you impress your friends with all your Super Bowl knowledge. Check out these fun Harbaugh facts you may not know, and see plenty of head-coach eye candy from the

TresSugarSource: Amy Poehler Signs a Book Deal! 18 Memoirs to Tide You

Over 'Til It's OutAmy Poehler has signed a book deal - huzzah! The Parks and Recreation star, Saturday Night Live alum, and best friend to Tina Fey will be writing a memoir described as "an illustrated, nonlinear diary full of humor and honesty and brimming with true stories, fictional anecdotes and life lessons." It Books - a Harper Collins imprint - will publish the book in 2014. Along with Amy's diary, we can't wait to dive into the upcoming book by one of our other favorite funny ladies, Girls creator Lena Dunham, who signed a deal last year for a collection of essays. Both women join the ranks of talented female comedians who've penned popular reads about their lives, including Tina, Chelsea Handler, Mindy Kaling, and Sarah Silverman. While we wait for Amy's tome to hit bookshelves, check out some of our other favorite memoirs by famous funny ladies!

• Bossypants: Tina Fey's memoir, Bossypants, had me at its cover

TresSugarSource: 26 Books to Read Before They're Adapted Into 2013 Movies

It seems like more beloved books are being adapted for the big screen every year, and 2013 is no exception. Tons of anticipated films are coming out this year that are based on bestselling novels, including the next installment of the Hunger Games franchise and a new romance from Nicholas Sparks. To get you up to speed, here's a list of all the movies coming out this year that are based on books.

• Parker:
  What it's about: The book series by Donald Westlake revolves around a murderous thief who, despite his line of work, does his best to maintain a moral code.
  Who's starring: Jason Statham will play the title role of Parker, and Jennifer Lopez takes on a new type of role; she plays a frumpy real estate agent.
  Release date: Jan. 25
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• Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion:
  What it's about: A zombie becomes involved with the girlfriend of one is his victims; their relationship might shift the course of events of the

TresSugarSource: December Must Reads

Welcome to the wintry world of the holidays - happy December, everyone! As we bundle up and spend our evenings and weekends holed up at home with a fire (or candles) and a good book, now's the best time to explore the hottest reads of the season. This month, a diverse bunch of books hit bookshelves, from a memoir by Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas to a wedding book by the founder of Style Me Pretty. Throw in some mysteries, a suspenseful romance, and a memoir on growing up as an American girl in Paris, and we've got enough books to tide us over till the New Year. Check out the most promising page-turners coming out in December now!

• Grace, Gold, and Glory: My Leap of Faith: At 16 years young, US Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas made history this Summer when she became the first African-American woman to win the all-around gymnastics gold medal at the Olympics. Now with the help of Michelle Burford, she's written a memoir on her experience titled Grace,

Source: Frequently Asked Questions About Kate Middleton's Pregnancy

News of Kate Middleton's pregnancy broke only days ago, but already there's been a steady appetite for updates about her condition and the royal baby growing inside of her. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's baby will be third in line to the British throne, bumping Prince Harry down to the fourth position. Since Will and Kate were forced to reveal the good news before they wanted to, due to Kate's acute morning sickness, the public will be following along with the pregnancy for longer than expected. To get up to date, here are some FAQs and answers about Kate's pregnancy.

Q: How far along is she?
A: The palace has only confirmed that Kate is less than 12 weeks along. Some sources says she is only eight weeks along, which would mean we can expect a baby at the end of June or early July.

Q: What is hyperemesis gravidarum?
A: In Latin, hyperemesis means vomit and gravidarum means pregnancy. Yikes. The illness, often

TresSugarSource: 12 Books to Read in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

If you've been noticing more ads about boobs lately or spotting NFL players wearing pink ribbons, it's because October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Sadly, one in eight women will be affected by breast cancer during their lives. While you can show your support by buying certain (pink) products or doing a 5K run, one of the easiest things you can do is get informed. Whether you know someone who has breast cancer, you're going through it yourself, or you'd simply like to learn more, we've gathered 12 of the best books on the topic. Like the experience itself, some are heavy, some uplifting, some funny, but each offer insight into courageous women battling cancer.

• The Middle Place : Kelly Corrigan is a mother, wife, and newspaper columnist when she discovers a lump in her breast. As she's undergoing treatment, she finds out her father has cancer, too. Even though The Middle Place deals with heavy

TresSugarSource: The Best Quotes From Our Conversation With the First Lady

This week we joined First Lady Michelle Obama on the campaign trail in Virginia, where she spoke to a crowd of grassroots volunteers. She also took an hour to sit down with us and a few other women journalists to have a conversation about what is at stake for women in this election, how she instills everyday values in her daughters as they grow up in the White House, and the ups and downs of being first lady - she just wishes she could walk into a CVS and buy some soap! The first lady was very candid, warm, and reliably relatable. Read on for some of her best pieces of advice, insight, and humor.

• On Everyday Life: "Yesterday, I hosted a doggy playdate. This has been a goal of Sasha's for quite some time because she's really feeling, on top of everything else I have to worry about, that Bo doesn't have enough dog interaction. So this is what I was focused on, doggy treats and toys."
• On Her Pride in Barack: