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The article highlights Maiden's historic victory as the first all-female crew to win a round-the-world race, emphasizing the diversity of the crew from nine nationalities, marking a significant moment for sailing's future. Topics discussed include Maiden's triumph, crew diversity, and the Ocean Globe Race's impact on girls' education.

The article focuses on Cole Brauer's achievement as the first American woman to sail solo non-stop around the world. It states that Brauer's journey, chronicled humorously and candidly on social media, garnered widespread attention as she navigated the challenges of the Global Solo Challenge, ultimately setting a new record for the fastest solo non-stop circumnavigation on a 40ft yacht.

The article focuses on Lungi Mchunu, the first African woman to sail to the Arctic, a climate change activist. Topics include her journey from a single-parent household in South Africa to becoming a sailor, her historic expedition to the North Pole, and her involvement with The Maiden Factor charity to promote girls' education worldwide, along with her plans to compete in the Vendée Globe.

The article centers on Maiden, the historic former Whitbread Round the Race yacht, triumphing in the 2023/24 Ocean Globe Race with skipper Heather Thomas and her all-female crew, marking a significant milestone in sailing history. It mentions that the Ocean Globe Race, paying homage to its predecessor, featured a restricted format akin to the Golden Globe Race, emphasizing traditional navigation methods over modern technology.

The article explores the predicament of British Vendée Globe skipper Pip Hare, whose preparation for the upcoming race is imperiled by the loss of crucial sponsors, risking the thoroughness of her training and pre-race arrangements despite securing a newer foiling design and title sponsorship.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on topics including "the first all-women crew win an around the world race", and "sailors like Cole Brauer, who was told she was too petite to race around the world with a Volvo Ocean Race team".

The article reports on the sexual harassment of female subordinates in the navy. It mentions that the navy fired the second-in-command of a Florida-based training unit after an investigation and was found guilty of sexual harassment. It presents the views of various commander officers on this issue and how to take action against it.

The article focuses on the Ocean Globe Race's decision to allow two yachts to sail with all-male crews, despite the requirement for mixed-gender crews. It discusses the challenges faced by women who are the sole female members onboard and emphasizes the importance of retaining women in sailing to create a more inclusive sport.

The article offers information on Ann Davison, the first woman to sail solo across the Atlantic Ocean, 70 years ago. Topics include Davison's motivation; her journey and challenges during the solo crossing; and her determination to overcome fear and find freedom through ocean sailing. Despite facing numerous difficulties and health issues during her historic voyage, Davison's courage and achievement continue to be celebrated.

Focuses on Commander Kathleen McGrath who is expected to become the first woman ever to take a warship to sea. The number of United States Navy's 220 admirals who are women; The U.S.S. Jarrett's mission to the Persian Gulf that will begin in late March 2000; The driving forces behind women on warships; The controversy that remains about sending women into battle. INSET: SHIPSHAPE, GENDER-WISE.

The article discusses the Navy's modification of its maternity uniform pilot program to allow pregnant sailors to choose uniforms that best suit their work environment, reducing the issuance of unnecessary uniforms and cardigans. Topics include the various uniform combinations offered, the purpose of the pilot program, and the eligibility criteria for participating sailors.