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Autistic people aren’t afraid of genetic research – they are afraid of what scientists might do with it
Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock.com When my colleagues and I asked autistic people and parents of autistic children in Sweden how they feel about genetic research in autism, one response stood out: “I hope genetic research finds new ways to help us, not erase us.” It captures a tension that has shaped debates aboutContinue Reading
Missed the SpaceX IPO? How to invest in Elon Musk’s rockets company
SpaceX investors were flying high in the aftermath of the company’s initial public offering (IPO) earlier this month. The share price of the Nasdaq-listed stock initially rose 19 per cent on its day of listing on 12 June, from $135 per share and closed at $160.95, making founder Elon MuskContinue Reading
Jodie Foster reveals blockbuster role was actually written for a man: ‘Sean Penn was going to play it’
Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent email Get the latest entertainment news with our free newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free newsletter Jodie Foster has revealed one of her most memorable film roles was initially written for a man – withContinue Reading
Wimbledon draw LIVE as Djokovic, Raducanu, Williams discover opponents
If we have a repeat of this scorching weather next week, the Wimbledon heat rule could play a role at the tournament. The heat stress index will be used to determine if there can be a break in play. The index combines the temperature, humidity level and surface temperature toContinue Reading
Watch in full: John Major in conversation with Geordie Greig on the 10th anniversary of Brexit
The Way Back. Join our community exploring how Britain can rebuild its future in Europe Join the debate with our pro-Europe newsletter Join the debate with our pro-Europe newsletter Sir John Major has given an exclusive interview to The Independent editor-in-chief Geordie Greig. In a wide-ranging conversation marking the 10thContinue Reading
Angry Ginge fumes after demanding fan is kicked out of England World Cup match
Angry Ginge confronted and reported a supporter for alleged racism during England’s draw with Ghana. Thomas Tuchel’s side might have opened their Group L campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia, but they were held to a 0-0 draw by Ghana at Boston Stadium on Tuesday. But during the game,Continue Reading
10 Cybersecurity Companies Leading the Fight Against Modern Threats
Cyber attacks used to feel distant. They were something that happened to big banks or government agencies. Not anymore. Ransomware hits hospitals. Phishing emails slip into small business inboxes. Even home networks are vulnerable. Behind the scenes, a handful of companies spend their days (and nights) trying to stay oneContinue Reading
How UK Homeowners Are Slashing Energy Bills with Battery Storage in 2026
UK household energy bills remain a top concern in 2026. Even after price cap adjustments, the average dual-fuel home pays £1,700+ annually for electricity and gas — and that’s before peak-time surcharges that can double daytime tariffs. Combined with the government’s Smart Export Guarantee and zero-rated VAT on battery storageContinue Reading
The Wellbeing Trend Designing for Sound, Scent and Touch
We tend to judge a garden by how it looks. Photographs reward the view, so the view is what most people plan for. Yet the gardens people actually find calming work on far more than sight. They are planned for sound, scent and touch as well, and that approach nowContinue Reading
Mirabaud Group Builds European Platform Around Entrepreneur Clients
Selling a company is, for many business owners, the first time they have ever needed a private bank. For years — sometimes decades — their capital was tied up in their enterprise. When that changes, the transition can be abrupt. Mirabaud & Cie (Europe) SA, the European arm of theContinue Reading