Opinion
Views and opinion on the biggest stories of the day from the Editors at Marie Claire
Opinion
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What it feels like to be Chinese during coronavirus
COVID-19 has triggered prejudice and abuse towards Asian Americans across the country. How do we stop the infection?
By Marie Claire
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A teacher on the frontline: 'wellbeing - not education - will be our focus post pandemic'
Katie Weighell is a teacher at a primary school in south London. Here she describes her new normal, her worries for vulnerable children and how government cuts are affecting these critical safe spaces
By Olivia Adams
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Exhausted and disheartened: a doctor on the NHS frontline speaks out
A 37-year-old consultant anaesthetist in central London (who has to remain anonymous) reveals exclusively to Marie Claire the truth about NHS working conditions and helping the sickest coronavirus patients
By Olivia Adams
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How it feels to be dating in the age of coronavirus
Being single during coronavirus gives lovesick new meaning, says Features Writer Olivia Adams
By Olivia Adams
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'Thank you for everything you have done Meghan Markle - you are too good for us'
Digital Features Editor Jenny Proudfoot has her say...
By Jenny Proudfoot
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Caroline Sakwa: 'People from the slums have historically been marginalized, I'm determined to change that'
Next in our Women Who Win series is Caroline Sakwa, the Gender Director for Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) inside Kibera, one of Africa's most notorious slums
By Emily Ferguson
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London court ruling 'step towards' captured Dubai princesses' freedom
Dubai princesses and sisters Sheikha Shamsa al-Maktoum and Princess Latifa bint Mohammed al-Maktoum have not been seen in public since their failed escapes from the palace
By Olivia Adams
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It's 50 years since the Women's Liberation Movement, so what's changed?
Half a century ago today, hundreds of fed-up, badass women united to write down their seven basic demands for gender equality. So in the lead up to International Women's Day, we're taking a look at how far we've come
By Niamh McCollum
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#useyourvoice: ‘Masturbation has made me more confident with every soaring orgasm,’ says fashion influencer Style Me Sunday
Natalie Lee, founder of the Warrior Women project and co-host of The Everything Project podcast, was crippled with feelings of shame surrounding sex up until her thirties. Now she's advocating why we all need to take control of our clitoris
By Marie Claire
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Is it time we admit Love Island is outdated?
Even before Caroline Flack’s tragic death there were questions over the brand, linked to former contestants' suicides and reduced ratings. Here, Olivia Foster asks if it’s time we admit it’s run its course
By Marie Claire
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Random Acts Of Kindness Day reminds us to check our own reflections
As Caroline Flack's tragic death prompts #BeKind to go viral, Olivia Adams says it is us - not the media - who needs to be better
By Olivia Adams
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Why don't we talk about the emotional labour of being a single woman in the 'new normal'
Contemplating what post-lockdown life will bring is draining, but what about the women facing it without emotional support from a partner? Writer Olivia Foster is living it and, quite frankly, she's exhausted...
By Maria Coole
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6 things that'll definitely happen if you're single this Valentine's Day
Brace yourself, says Olivia Foster, because not even a pandemic can stop the clichés coming your way
By Maria Coole
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#useyourvoice: 'Why I boycotted London Fashion Week' model Felicity Hayward explains
Model and body positivity activist Felicity Hayward didn't attend the London Fashion Week shows. Why? She believes a lack of diversity is damaging the industry and leaving London lagging behind in the fight for equality
By Maria Coole
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#useyourvoice: 'Embracing activism means being accountable' says women's rights campaigner Seyi Akiwowo
The founder and director of Glitch became an activist at early age. Here, she explains what activism means to her and why we have a duty to be held accountable for the way we express ourselves
By Maria Coole
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#useyourvoice: ‘Accessing therapy should not be a middle-class privilege’ says mental health activist Grace Victory
At a time when we're more open than ever before about discussing mental health, Grace argues we still have a long way to go until vital help is immediately accessible for all - not just for those who can afford it
By Maria Coole
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#useyourvoice: ‘Disabled people are not your inspiration porn’ says BBC presenter Kat Hawkins
Director, journalist and dance artist Kat Hawkins (aka @kats.bailed) lost both legs to meningitis at university, and uses her platform to show what life with a disability is like. Here Kat explains why she’s had enough of being pitied, and how we can change the way we talk about disability
By Marie Claire
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‘Why is no one protesting Prince Andrew’s return to royal life?’
It’s 2020 and we should make exceptions for no one.
By Jenny Proudfoot
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'Sometimes, in my lowest moments, I wish I lived in a time when women had fewer choices'
Everywhere we go we’re bombarded by the Things We Need, Things We Need To Be, Things We Must Remember or Do Before We’re Dead. Author CJ Skuse argues why are we always made to feel we’re never fully enough...
By Maria Coole
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'The #MeToo movement needs to stay angry, if we are to deliver real change for women'
As the accused sexual abuser Harvey Weinstein's trial gathers pace, Shivonne Graham, Managing Director of Women for Women International, says his Hollywood ending is not enough for the global #MeToo movement
By Olivia Adams
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How Prince William and Kate's marriage will take the strain of the Megxit effect
Harry and Meghan's decision to quit may have serious repercussions for Wills and Kate's family routine, so how will the Cambridge clan cope with the fall out?
By Maria Coole
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Why cancel culture needs to be cancelled
Devoid of nuance Olivia Foster argues that cancel culture is a form of censorship and only conversation can lead to progressive change
By Maria Coole
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The Megxit debate: impetuous or an act of self-care?
As Prince Harry, Meghan and baby Archie begin their new life together free from palace protocol, two writers analyse the couple’s controversial great 'royal' escape
By Maria Coole
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Why it's okay for Prince Harry and Meghan to prioritise the life they desire
A combination of the Queen’s wisdom and the Prince’s bravery means the couple’s bid to thrive in a future of their own making - rather than survive a lifetime of duty and scrutiny - is now a reality
By Olivia Adams
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'How social media has totally screwed up our ageing process'
As one of the first generation of women to age digitally, author Megan Angelo is not just wrinkle obsessing but says social media has stunted our internal growth too
By Maria Coole
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Saturday jobs are an essential rite of passage, so why are they dying out?
Less than 1 in 4 teens are now willing to get their hands dirty in the world of part-time work
By Niamh McCollum
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Here's why you should be outraged at the teenage girl's Cyprus gang rape sentencing
She may be coming home but it is not a victory.
By Jenny Proudfoot