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The Independent is a British national morning newspaper published in London by Independent Print Limited, owned by Alexander Lebedev since 2010. Nicknamed the Indy, it was launched in 1986 and is one of the youngest UK national daily newspapers.

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Maria Chaplia

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Mishaal Khan

Writer of all things related to South Asian socio-politics, women & human rights. Aspiring author & storyteller... I will start with my own (see blog).Newsweek ME, Independent Voices, CNN, 7DAYS

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Azmia Ricchuito

Azmia Ricchuito is a writer, coach, and yoga and meditation teacher with bylines in Elle, Latina, Glamour, Allure, Teen Vogue, New York Times’ Women in the World, Yoga Journal, Huffington …

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Felix Nobes

I'm a journalist and communications advisor with experience publishing exclusive and original stories for international and national British publications. I've also been employed as a reporter at two regional titles …

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Gary Gerard Hamilton

Gary Gerard Hamilton is an award-winning host and entertainment journalist with The Associated Press, the world's largest and most respected news provider. Houston charm. New York City hustle.

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Liane Wimhurst

Liane Wimhurst is a journalist and copywriter, with reporting assignments covering conflict in Israel and Palestine, drug addiction in Moscow, landmines in Myanmar and a holocaust survivor's return to Germany. …

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Latest Articles

RFK Jr wants to promote raw milk as HHS secretary – experts say it’s dangerous

Robert F Kennedy was announced as Donald Trump’s Department of Health and Human Services secretary on Thursday (November 14), alarming public health experts who have questioned his stance on vaccines, chronic disease and chemicals in food.Days before the presidential election, Kennedy shared his wish list for the FDA, which included …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

RFK Jr wants to promote raw milk as HHS secretary – experts say it’s dangerous

Robert F Kennedy was announced as Donald Trump’s Department of Health and Human Services secretary on Thursday (November 14), alarming public health experts who have questioned his stance on vaccines, chronic disease and chemicals in food.Days before the presidential election, Kennedy shared his wish list for the FDA, which included …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

Are London Tube strikes happening today?

London Underground drivers have called off plans to carry out strikes on the Tube network just days before they were supposed to start.Train drivers’ union Aslef announced on Tuesday (5 November) that they were suspending strike action due to take place on 7 and 12 November across the London Underground …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

What is South Korea’s 4B movement? Interest spikes after US election

The South Korean 4B movement has seen a spike in interest amid the results from the 2024 US presidential election.On Wednesday (November 6) morning, Republican candidate Donald Trump claimed victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. Throughout his 2024 reelection campaign, the former president has celebrated the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

The best and worst hotel brands revealed

Three lesser-known Spanish hotel chains are favoured among guests as the best international hotel brands, beating out some big names such as Hilton and Holiday Inn, a new Which? survey has revealed.Iberostar, Paradores and RIU came joint-first in a table ranking international hotel brands based on a survey carried out …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

There was no second date after I found his MAGA Instagram: Dating and politics

There was something off about my date. A flinch at a Trump joke, a strange look when I mentioned my immigrant parent. I had a sinking feeling that he was on the opposite end of the political spectrum. When I got home, I did the natural thing and checked his …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

Life-sized Taylor Swift cake collapses on its way to international baking competition

A life-sized Taylor Swift cake collapses on its way to an international baking competition, Cake International. According to BBC, artist and baker Elza Baldzhiyska planned on showing off the Swift cake at the competition taking place near Birmingham on November 1. The cake captured the pop star, 34, rocking her …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

Two police dogs found dead in handler’s car after ventilation system failed

Two police dogs tragically died in their handler’s car after a cooling pod failed when the engine was turned off.On Thursday, 31 October, a New South Wales police officer left two German shepherds, Xtra and Soldier, in his car at 10:30 am while attending a training development day just 300 …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

Union call off November Tube strikes after last-ditch talks

Strikes planned by London Underground staff in the RMT have been suspended, the union has announced.Workers had been due to walk out on Friday evening and across several dates over the coming weeks in a dispute over pay, sparking fears of severe disruption on the network.However, on Friday afternoon a …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Woman finds homeless teen asleep in her yard – her response won people’s heart

A woman found a teenager sleeping in her yard, and her response has since gone viral on social media. In a series of TikTok videos, user Elly Pimentel shared how she helped an unhoused teenage boy who kept sleeping in her yard. Athough she initially hesitated before sharing anything about …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

World’s fattest cat Crumbs dies weighing 38 pounds weeks after his stint at fat camp

The world’s fattest cat, Crumbs, died a few weeks after attending a feline fat camp. After gaining viral fame as “Kroshik” — the Russian word for “Crumbs” — the cat was put on a weight-loss regimen following his rescue from the basement of a Russian hospital. Crumbs had been raised …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

These are the best places to travel to in 2025

National Geographic has named its top 25 destinations to explore next year, from the tropical savannahs of Brazil all the way to the icy fjords of Greenland.The science, culture and travel brand has unveiled what they believe to be the must-see destinations of 2025, handpicked by their explorers, photographers and …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Mom issues warning after daughter suffers second-degree burns from gluing fake nails

A mother has issued a warning after her daughter suffered second-degree burns while gluing on fake nails. In a video shared on TikTok, a mother named Jessica Klick shared how her 11-year-old daughter Sienna was at a friend’s house when they decided to try on some fake nails that her …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

These are the UK’s most haunted places

The UK is home to some of the most breathtaking and impressive historical buildings, towns and cities, all brimming with remnants of the past. Yet with centuries upon centuries of history, not all has settled down and got lost in time – and some gruesome and violent memories lurk in …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Best boutique hotels in Edinburgh, reviewed

From the medieval closes of the Old Town to the regal townhouses of the Georgian New Town, Edinburgh is a city brimming with character. Days can be spent exploring independent shops on winding alleys, discovering the storied history of castles and palaces, and hiking up an extinct volcano. And that’s …
By Suzy Pope
• The Independent

Odyssey timeline: How the four-month Belfast ordeal unfolded before setting sail

When it was announced that the residential cruise ship Odyssey would set sail around the world this year, visiting more than 425 ports in 147 destinations over the course of three and a half years, some passengers immediately knew that they needed a place on that ship.What they did not …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Greenland’s new international airport hopes to open the territory up to the world

Greenland is set to open a new international airport next month, aiming to entice more adventure tourists and visitors to the ice-capped territory by making it more accessible.From 28 November, visitors to Greenland’s capital Nuuk will be able to get a direct flight to the city for the very first …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Top 10 spooky stays on Airbnb for Halloween

Spooky season is here, and those who love all things petrifying will be going all out in the lead-up to Halloween, perhaps even booking a trip away to some of the most spine-chilling destinations in the UK and beyond.Whether you’re looking for a mystical wizarding-themed trip away with the family, …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

10 most beautiful places to visit in Dubrovnik

Colossal stone walls, limestone-paved streets and breathtaking historic buildings are just a handful of the unique qualities characteristic to one of Croatia’s most popular destinations, all perched on the edge of the glimmering Adriatic Sea. Aptly nicknamed “the Pearl of the Adriatic”, Dubrovnik has long been renowned as one of …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Mother refused Airbnb refund despite Hurricane Milton barrelling towards Florida

A US woman has called out an Airbnb host in Florida for their “lack of empathy” after they refused to give her a refund for a holiday she booked for her family before Hurricane Milton struck.Kaitlynn Thayer, a mother of five, took to TikTok to air her grievances with an …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

Ultra high-speed flights one step closer after ‘groundbreaking’ reveal

An aerospace company has unveiled a new hypersonic engine which it says makes a “major breakthrough” in high-speed flight.Venus Aerospace, a Texas-based company focused on making hypersonic travel a reality, has announced they are producing an advanced propulsion engine that could power high-speed vehicles, including drones and aircraft.Hypersonic technology is …
By Amelia Neath
• The Independent

World Mental Health Day 2024: How to recognize the occasion

World Mental Health Day 2024 urges people to take stock and prioritize collective wellbeing.On October 10, the world will celebrate another pivotal World Mental Health Day. This year’s official theme, “It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace,” highlights the importance of fostering supportive work environments. Gone are …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

Raw milk resurgence: What’s driving Americans to drink it?

Raw milk is making a comeback. From Marjorie Taylor Greene to holistic wellness influencers, several public figures are touting the purported benefits of raw milk – much to the dismay of government officials, who are warning the public to avoid raw milk products, especially in light of the recent discovery …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

How to tell if your apple cider is safe to drink this fall

Experts have warned consumers to stay away from unpasteurized apple cider this fall.According to seasonal guidelines from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), juices like apple cider can pose a risk, particularly if they’re unpasteurized. If cider isn’t pasteurized – meaning it hasn’t been heated or treated with UV …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent

Rescuers save dog stranded 20 feet high in tree after Hurricane Helene floods

A Tennessee dog was rescued after Hurricane Helene floods left her stranded 20 feet high in a tree. In a Facebook post on October 2, the Kingsport Fire Department revealed its Technical Rescue Team and the Murfreesboro Police Department found a missing dog 20 feet up a tree in Washington …
By Olivia Hebert
• The Independent