Latest articles by Andrea Thompson
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A beginner’s guide to kitesurfing in Mauritius
Adrenaline-pumping? Definitely. Easy to master? Not so much. Andrea Thompson hits the kitesurfing scene in the Indian Ocean to try her hand at learning to ‘ride’
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The Body Shop initiative that’s changing the lives of waste pickers in Bangalore
Waste pickers are some of the most deprived communities in India, but a new initiative by The Body Shop is offering them a lifeline. Andrea Thompson went to meet women in Bangalore whose lives are being transformed
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Global peace is impossible without female negotiators
Royalty and peace negotiators gathered at Buckingham Palace today to celebrate the integral role of women in lasting peace
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Rape at work happens - here's why it has to stop, by Chloe Howl
Musician and activist Chlöe Howl, 23, talks exclusively to Marie Claire about the culture of sexual assault and rape being covered up by the music industry. Is this the next #MeToo time bomb?
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‘I’m fed up of just hoping for better for women in politics. It’s time for action’
Labour-party activist Bex Bailey, 25, has served on the party’s National Executive Committee. Last October, she revealed that she was raped at a Labour party event in 2011, aged 19, by someone senior to her, but was discouraged from reporting the attack by a Labour official
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The sexist reason female radio DJs don't control their own microphones
DJ Vick Hope on why radio is still an old boys club
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The 5 rows you'll have after having a baby - and how to get through them
When Rolling Stone journalist Jancee Dunn gave birth to her daughter, she was blissfully unaware of the impact it would have on her relationship. Here, she reveals how you can bring a marriage back from the brink despite the sleepless nights
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St Lucia: your new go-to destination for winter sun
With year round sunshine, lush rainforests, movie-worthy waterfalls and sandy beaches, you’d be hard-pushed to find a better winter holiday spot than this Caribbean island.
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‘How my experience of birth trauma changed me forever’
To mark World Mental Health Day, vlogger and author Vicki Psarias AKA Honest Mum speaks about how a difficult childbirth transformed her life
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Join our #Sharethelight campaign to educate and empower women and girls across the globe
Here's everything you need to know...
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This sky-high pop-up is bringing the Great British Seaside to London
Cocktails and lobsters on the 39th floor - what's not to love?
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Louise Pentland’s dating dos and don’ts (for single mums)
Its hard enough dating when you're single, but how about as newly divorced single mum? Here Sprinkle of Glitter's uber blogger and author Louise Pentland reveals the golden rules she's learned along the way
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4 ways Brexit has rocked the property market - and how to ride out the storm
The way we're buying and selling houses since Brexit has changed. A year on, what does this mean for you and how can you make the most of the climate whether you're buying or selling?
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The reality of life as a woman in the shadow of the DUP
Just 24 hours after a DUP-Conservative Alliance was put forward by Theresa May, there are reports that the Democratic Unionist Party could push for amendments to UK abortion laws as part of their support for May's flailing government. CAITLIN DE JODE, who grew up with the reality of this deeply conservative party in Ireland reveals why Theresa May's new partnership is deeply worrying for all of us. Here's her account.
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What it feels like to be a female war reporter trapped behind enemy lines
Being shot at by ISIS, no food or water for 20 hours (in case you get bombed going to the loo) and Vespa driving with 80s music to decompress. CNN journalist Arwa Damon on the reality of being a woman in a war zone.
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Easy Escapes: Sardinia
With white sandy beaches, rustic local cuisine and a perfect climate, this island might just be the perfect summer destination
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Women-only workspaces could boost your career
The rise of women-only workspaces taps into the trend for collaboration over competition.
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Food with a view at Searcy's Gherkin 39th floor restaurant
Marie Claire samples sky-high dining at its best in the heart of the City.
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Are you joining the women's strike today?
Here's what you should know first
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International Women's Day: A men's guide
The cynical response to International Women’s Day (IWD) from lots of guys is “Hey, what happened to International Men’s Day?” But the truth is, IWD is about them too. So if there's a man in your life who could benefit from a little direction on how he can get involved. Here's a brief guide from a man who knows.
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International Women's Day: 16 Reasons Why We Still Need To Shout About It
International Women's Day: 16 Reasons You Need To Get Behind It
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Forget Tinder: here's the latest gym craze for singles
London's singletons are opting for dumbells and protein shakes over cocktails and dinner.
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#HandsOffOurRights: Across the globe women’s basic reproductive rights are under attack.
Marie Claire UK's Editor in Chief, Trish Halpin, explains why we've launched a new campaign #HandsOffOurRights to fight back
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#HandsOffOurRights: Marie Claire editors unite around the fight to protect women's rights
Here are 6 reasons why you should get on board this International Women's Day and make your voice heard
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Helen Skelton showed how every day as a parent really is heaven and hell
There are far too many images of perfect parenthood on social media. I'm with mums like Helen Skelton, who tell it like it is.
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A new survey reveals the true mistreatment of female MPs
Rosena Allin-Khan, the new Labour MP for Tooting, talks to Marie Claire
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This is why Team Marie Claire thinks marching works
In 10 years time, when people ask you where you were for the biggest international march in history, what will you say?
