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Want to be ‘disgustingly educated’? Put down the phone

Disgustingly educated? I'll say it – I think we've lost our minds. It seems that the social media-addicted girlies, after hours upon hours of dead-eyed doomscrolling, have started...

Like Brooklyn Beckham, I went no-contact with my parents – here’s why

While I won’t be sharing the ins and outs of our relationship, just know that I tried really hard with my mum until I couldn’t try anymore. I’m...

Attention please! The rise of background noise TV shows

Are you reading this article on your phone while "watching" your favourite TV show? No judgment; you're far from the only one.The “second screen” phenomenon tells us that...

Was 2016 the last time we truly felt alive?

Social media began to shift into its current form in 2017. “Posts that made people feel strong emotions like anger or fear were shown more often because they...

‘No Trousers’ Tube ride? London transport is unsafe enough – I should know

This article references sexual harassment.Despite it being an annual event, London’s so-called ‘No Trousers Day’ throws me every year.Not only is the prospect of seeing bulges and hairy,...

An ode to When Harry Met Sally, as the world mourns Rob Reiner

The film follows Harry and Sally from their first meeting through to their long friendship and, eventually, the beginning of their romantic relationship. After meeting, the pair agree...

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Sienna Miller opens up about decision to announce pregnancy with sheer dress

Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when...

Can you be a gossip AND a feminist?

To explore why we would ever need to ask these questions in the first place, we must first understand that gossip's characteristics carry...

7 gut health myths that could be doing you more harm than good

6. Vitamins and other supplements can replace real food.You can buy a supplement for pretty much anything these days: fibre, fish oil, melatonin,...

Where can I watch the BTS live concert in 2026?

BTS fans, it's your time. Hot off January's announcement that the K-pop juggernauts are returning for a massive world tour later this year,...

Champagne blonde is the expensive-looking hair trend for summer 2026

The right shade of blonde is hard to nail. Too warm and it can look brassy. Too cool and you can look washed...