Festival-goers urged to forego deposit by leaving bottles and cans for charity

Your support helps The Independent to cover important stories from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, ensuring facts are separated from messaging. Donations enable sending reporters to report on critical US issues, providing unbiased journalism accessible to all. Renowned artist David Hockney faces censorship in Paris for holding a cigarette in a photograph advertising his largest career retrospective, sparking a debate on freedom of expression and artistic integrity. Full Article

Loading error occurred while trying to render a player for media content, with specific settings for playback mode, advertising, and customization. Despite the shortfall of vital nutrients in the average American diet, including key vitamins and minerals like A, D, E, C, folate, calcium, magnesium, fiber, and potassium, only a small percentage of the population meets daily recommendations for fruits and vegetables. Nutrition experts are concerned about the negative health outcomes associated with the underconsumption...

British tennis star Fran Jones collapsed during the final set of her match in Colombia, requiring on-court treatment before being assisted off the court in a wheelchair for further assessment. Born with Ectrodactyly Ectodermal Dysplasia Syndrome, Jones defied medical expectations to pursue a professional tennis career, currently ranked 129th in the world. Close friends with fellow Brit Emma Raducanu, they have represented Team GB together and supported each other both on and off the court....

A parent shared on Reddit about accidentally dropping her baby, feeling extreme guilt, and receiving a less-than-sympathetic reaction from her husband. Despite the baby being unharmed, the mother faced criticism from her husband, leading to feelings of inadequacy. Other parents and medical professionals reassured her that accidents happen and offered support and advice on monitoring the baby for any signs of injury. Full Article

Alzheimer’s Research UK reports that two out of three people with dementia in the UK are women, with women over 60 being twice as likely to develop dementia than breast cancer. Factors such as lipid metabolism, vascular risk responses, heart health, hormonal changes, and autoimmune disorders may contribute to the higher dementia risk in women. Recommendations include aerobic exercise, adequate sleep, socialization, and a healthy diet to mitigate risks. Full Article

Keir Starmer and Donald Trump met at the White House in February, where Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on all goods imported into the US. The UK failed to negotiate a special exemption, leading to concerns about the impact on British-made products. While Starmer emphasized the importance of ongoing talks with the US, other countries like Canada and the EU are preparing to retaliate with tariffs, highlighting the need for a united front against...