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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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Andrew Wasley is an award-winning investigative journalist specialising in food & environment issues

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Selene Nelson

Hi! I’m Selene Nelson. I’m a writer, journalist, author and copywriter.As a journalist, I've written for The BBC, The Sunday Times, The Independent, HuffPost, ThinkProgress, Town & Country, Evening Standard, …

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Sophie Hares

Content Marketing Writer | Journalist | Editor | Consultant

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Jamie Fullerton

Journalist

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Jeremy Blackmore

Freelance journalist | Editor | Copywriter | Public relations

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Becky Snowden

Currently working as Communications Manager at Changing Social, producing blogs, templates, e-books, communications plans and content and more for a variety of clients.I previously worked at 72Point, producing news ready …

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Latest Articles

James Fuller helps Hampshire claim crushing win over Northamptonshire

Hampshire sealed the biggest County Championship innings win in their history as James Fuller helped skittle Northamptonshire twice in the space of just three hours at Wantage Road. It brought Hampshire victory by an innings and 270 runs and an unwelcome place in the history books for the hosts – …
By Jeremy Blackmore
• The Independent

Men jailed for kidnapping victims and demanding money from families for release

Two men have been sentenced after forcing teenagers to call their parents and bring them money to secure their release. Aramis Sullivan, 19, and Brandon Southall, 25, approached two young men in a McDonald’s in Northampton in August 2021 and intimidated them into leaving, before making them drive to Coventry …
By Madison Burgess
• The Independent

12 best false eyelashes for all styles and budgets

Touted as being an easy and affordable DIY alternative to eyelash extensions, we were curious to check out the Amor Lashes quick lash system, which boasts up to seven days of wear. For an affordable price, the kit includes enough for three full applications, a smart double-ended adhesive and seal, …
By Sara Pollock
• The Independent

12 best false eyelashes for all styles and budgets

Touted as being an easy and affordable DIY alternative to eyelash extensions, we were curious to check out the Amor Lashes quick lash system, which boasts up to seven days of wear. For an affordable price, the kit includes enough for three full applications, a smart double-ended adhesive and seal, …
By Sara Pollock
• The Independent

Opinion: The Budget has finally released women from the chokehold of childcare

In a world where we celebrate women and lift each other up, we’re still fighting for equality and recognition. And today we’ve seen a huge boost for women released from the chokehold of childcare. Jeremy Hunt’s Budget has given a desperately-needed boost to parents, promising up to 30 hours a …
By Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
• The Independent

‘Toxic’ barge that sank more than a year ago is still beached in a scenic bay

A “toxic” barge which sank during a storm more than a year ago is still beached in a scenic Highland bay – with furious locals claiming it has left a rotten-egg stink. The barge, which served a fish farm off Portree, the Isle of Skye, was damaged during Storm Arwen …
By Ilona Amos
• The Independent

Holocaust survivor hits back after Whoopi Goldberg again plays down racial motive

A Holocaust survivor has lashed out at Whoopi Goldberg after she doubled down on her controversial views about the Holocaust not being about race which she made earlier this year. “My best friend said, ‘Not for nothing is there no box on the census for the Jewish race. So that …
By Tel Aviv Institute
• The Independent

Opinion: It’s too late to celebrate the decriminalisation of the afro

Black and Brown people have been fighting for hair equality in schools and the workplace for decades, but are only just being heard now. Yesterday, the equalities watchdog said school policies that ban certain hairstyles without making exceptions on racial grounds “are likely to be unlawful”. Jackie Killeen, chief regulator …
By Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
• The Independent

The Hidden Cost of Skipping the Dishes – The Independent

The effects of the rising cost of living are being felt all around the world. Here in Newfoundland and Labrador, the cost of everything is up: rent, food, gas – essentially the cost of life. We know that inflation, supply chain issues, and labour shortages are all contributing to higher …
By Emma Reid
• The Independent

Sick of Scrabble? These are the best board games to play this Christmas

While we enjoy the occasional game of Monopoly or Scrabble to unwind after a big dinner, chances are you already own at least one set. If you’re looking for something new to add to your shelves, we’d like to take the opportunity to highlight some other board games we think …
By Jasper Pickering
• The Independent

How to get The 1975 tickets for the 2023 At Their Very Best tour in January

With a fifth studio album due to be released this October, The 1975 have announced a 13 show UK leg of their next tour in January, with general sale tickets going live this morning (September 9). Being Funny In A Foreign Language will be available to purchase on Friday October …
By Natalie Wilson
• The Independent

From dramatic to natural looks, these are the false eyelashes to have on your radar

If you’re after a “my lashes but better” look, then you’ll love the range from Flicker Lashes. The sister-run brand creates lashes that are comfortable and reliable – the little black dress of false eyelashes, if you will. The 3D criss-cross design works in tandem with your natural lashes to …
By Sara Pollock
• The Independent

Sony Inzone H9 is an impressive premium headset, but it won’t be for everyone

Even from a respectable distance, the Inzone H9’s have clearly been designed to sit alongside Playstation hardware and accessories with a textured white casing and blue light located on each earcup. Both of these features help to give the headphones a premium-looking finish.
By Jasper Pickering
• The Independent

These people have decided to become real-life mermaids

Mermaids, sirens of the sea with breasts and fishtails, are creatures of folklore and myth, and may not be a typical sight on a bank holiday. But earlier this month, while landlubbers celebrated the platinum jubilee, a shoal of mermaids washed up on England’s southern shores. On 2 June, hundreds …
By Harriet Marsden
• The Independent