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<p>Iconic: models Suki Waterhouse and Cara Delevingne wearing the classic trench coats </p>

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Can iconic fashion brand Burberry weather this latest storm?

As Burberry faces turmoil, Katie Rosseinsky looks back at the British brand’s chequered history and asks how it can turn its fortunes around

<p>I hold the glass of tap water in both hands. I close my eyes. I whisper it sweet nothings</p>

let’s unpack that

Why I spent a week talking to my water and telling it ‘I love you

<p>Charli XCX has kickstarted a global trend</p>

Brat summer isn’t just about cigs and cocaine

<p>‘If I cut up a carrot into batons to snack on, I feel like I’m punishing myself’ </p>

Let’s Unpack That

I’d snack healthier if carrot sticks weren’t so depressing

<p>Reports of spiking went up fivefold between 2018 and 2022</p>

I was spiked: here’s why it should be seen as a stand-alone crime

<p>Conversations with friends now involve trying to squash in as much information as possible before we have to dash back to our responsibilities</p>

The sad rise of the ‘catch-up friend’ – and what we can do about it

<p>‘These days, I’m at peace with my height, but some are still obsessed with it’ </p>

I’m a 5ft 2in man. When will society forgive me for it?

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<p>Over-sharing: LinkedIn has gone from jobs platform to a hotbed of strange motivational posts </p>

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How LinkedIn became the most cringe-inducing social media platform

<p>‘I have no idea how to help Lola get over picky eating without nagging her. If I hand her a bowl of blueberries, she’ll burst into tears’ </p>

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My children are fussy eaters – but I can’t keep blaming myself for it

<p>Sweden has given parents the option to share some leave with their own parents </p>

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Sweden just let grandparents take parental leave – we should copy them

<p>The spelling bee is an American tradition – could it become cool on this side of the Atlantic? </p>

How has the spelling bee become cool?

Food

<p>Lagrève’s recipes are inspired by her French upbringing </p>

French recipes to bring a bit of joie de vivre to your summer

<p>Cheers to great taste without the wine-d up prices</p>

Best wines under £15 from The Independent’s Wine Club – plus 15% off

<p>Rocky road from Buddy’s debut cookbook ‘Let’s Cook’ </p>

Rocky road: The ultimate recipe for a sweet treat

<p>Fish finger sarnies from Buddy Oliver’s debut cookbook </p>

Fish finger sarnies kids will love to cook and eat

Recipes

<p>Buddy’s bolognese from his debut cookbook ‘Let’s Cook’ </p>

An easy spaghetti bolognese recipe for kids

Why an air fryer is the ultimate solution to Brits’ BBQ crisis

<p>You can easily indulge in your favourite foods by cooking at home and opting for fresher ingredients instead of ordering out</p>

The secret to the fast food in the air fryer – without greasy fingers

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<p>Domestic gatherings were once an essential, even crucial, part of adolescent socialising. And yet, my generation, Gen Z, is missing out – and it’s not for a lack of trying</p>

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How modern life killed off the house party

<p>‘When you put your child’s swimming costume into the oven at breakfast time, you know something has seriously gone amiss’ </p>

Multitasking is the norm for mums – but it’s a silent killer for me

<p>Ghislaine Maxwell was found guilty of sex trafficking, but her victims were the ones treated like criminals, according to a new book </p>

Ghislaine Maxwell trial showed how badly abuse victims are treated

Independent TV

Hank Azaria tries to make King’s Guard laugh at Simpsons voices

Birth of sixty rare crocodiles gives hope to near-extinct species

<p>Will Smith’s six-word response after meeting Coldplay’s Chris Martin.</p>

Will Smith’s six-word response after meeting Coldplay’s Chris Martin

<p>Strictly commissioner praises Zara McDermott and Amanda Abbington for speaking out.</p>

Strictly commissioner praises Zara McDermott for speaking out

Design

Pink homewares can add a pretty touch to your interior (Lust/PA)

10 pretty ways to embrace pastel pink in your home

9 sassy ways to style stripes this summer (Secret Linen Store/PA)

9 sassy ways to style stripes in your home this summer

These burners and serveware will elevate your summer BBQs (John Lewis/PA)

BBQ season: 9 essentials to help serve up the thrill of the grill

Royal Family

<p>Prince William and Princess Kate are on the hunt to hire a new private assistant to join their team.</p>

William and Kate hiring new assistant to boost Welsh relationship

<p>New book explores theory the robbery was an ‘inside job’ </p>

Royal Family News

Was Wallis Simpson’s £17m jewellery robbery an inside job?

Prince Harry speaks after receiving the Pat Tillman Award For Service at the ESPY awards (Mark J Terrill/AP)

Trump shooting ‘saved’ Prince Harry from Pat Tillman award backlash

Women

Instagram fuels self-doubt more than a catwalk ever could

<p>Catcalling is everywhere – but it’s most likely to occur when women go running</p>

For women runners, catcalling is constant – and most men don’t realise

Author Ela Lee: ‘We need to take blackout sex more seriously’

Dating and Relationships

<p>Views around celibacy have completely changed in recent years </p>

Celibacy is revolutionising people’s sex lives

<p>Good sex isn’t just about buying the right vibrator, it’s about connecting with your partner and, more importantly, with yourself</p>

Mind the pleasure gap: Why are women having such a bad time in bed?

<p>The actor found several famous women agreeing with her sentiment </p>

Megan Fox is right: we shouldn’t waste our time on bad dates

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Public asked to help name zoo’s new baby giraffe

Public asked to help name zoo’s new baby giraffe

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17 of the funniest Microsoft outage memes

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People are just learning why there are no skeletons on the Titanic

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'The real Atlantis' discovered off the coast of Greece

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A chunk of the Earth's crust is missing and scientists have discovered where it is

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A chunk of the Earth's crust is missing and scientists have discovered where it is

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Scientists discover metal from the 'lost city of Atlantis'

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What did Enzo Fernandez say as Chelsea and Argentina star posts 'racist' chant video?