From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

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In an era where data drives decision-making, city and county governments face the challenge of managing complex operations with precision and efficiency. From urban planning and emergency response to ...

Technology is increasingly taking a more critical role in the evolution of urban mobility. Cities worldwide are grappling with congestion, pollution, and inefficient transportation systems. As urban ...

Geocoding is rapidly becoming a critical tool for the insurance industry, enabling more precise risk assessment by pinpointing the exact location of insured properties. As insurers move beyond ...

The laugh-out-loud workplace comedy “30 Rock” (2006–2013) averaged more than seven jokes per minute, using the gamut of gags to get guffaws. Beyond a spectacular cast (Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, Tracy ...

Ahead of the November presidential election, just 19% of Americans say democracy in the United States is a good example for other countries to follow, according to a Pew Research Center survey ...

Any time a rebellious cop plays by their own rules, a victim trips while running from a killer, or the hero finds a henchman who wears the exact same size as them, that’s a movie trope. Understanding ...

The publics surveyed are largely skeptical that democracy in the U.S., at least in its current form, is a good example for other countries to follow. A median of four-in-ten across the 34 nations ...

Many processed foods have nutritional value and are safe to eat on a regular basis, unlike ultraprocessed foods. A dietitian shares how to tell the difference. Much of the food we eat has been ...