Latest articles by Andrea Thompson
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'I feel a sense of responsibility to be sustainable in my own life' - Angela Scanlon
The new face of a sustainability campaign, presenter Angela Scanlon talked to Andrea Thompson about eco anxiety, forming habits and the joy of cold showers.
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'I bought an electric car and it made me determined to live a more sustainable life'
Thinking of trading in your petrol-fuelled car for an electric model? Marie Claire's Editor-in-Chief Andrea Thompson reveals why she made the switch and has never looked back
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Editor's Letter: 'It's time to look at the structures in society that allow racism to flourish'
This article was first published in June 2020
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Six ways to relieve corona-crisis anxiety, by a meditation expert
Feeling the effects of Coronanxiety? We asked meditation expert Jody Shield about how to chill out in trying times
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Facebook’s Nicola Mendelsohn on her incurable cancer and why she’s determined to make a difference
Nicola is Facebook’s vice president EMEA, one of the most powerful women in the UK tech industry, but in 2016 she was told she had cancer. Now the 48-year-old mum of four tells Marie Claire why her new charity, Follicular Lymphoma Foundation, will help others by funding research for a cure…
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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
Report 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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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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7 things nobody ever tells you about having a baby
But that you really need to know
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Join our #Sharethelight campaign to educate and empower women and girls across the globe
Report 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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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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How to start your own business without leaving your job
Want to become your own boss? You're not alone. 70% of employees dream of running their own business. But how can you do it when you've got a day job to hold down and rent to pay?
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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
Opinion 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.
