"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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground."
"A surge in counterfeit Labubu dolls poses a risk to children, a council in south-west London has warned after seizing more than 230 of the fake toys in just two months. Sutton Council Trading Standards team said it was alerting residents "to a rise in dangerous, counterfeit Labubu dolls", which "pose serious safety risks". Fuelled by the brand's online popularity, unsafe counterfeit toys are flooding the market, with trading standards officers warning of "critical safety failures", in toys they'd seized in July and August."
The Independent covers major issues by sending reporters to developing stories across reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, and produces investigative content like a documentary on American women fighting for reproductive rights. The outlet seeks donations to fund on-the-ground journalism, emphasizes trust across the political spectrum and avoids paywalls so reporting remains accessible and supported by those who can afford to contribute. Sutton Council seized over 230 counterfeit Labubu dolls in two months and warned of serious safety failures, including choking hazards from detachable parts, poor stitching and stuffing, unknown materials that may contain harmful chemicals, and faked safety marks. Labubu dolls originated with Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and were popularised by Chinese toy giant Pop Mart, becoming a global, billion-dollar phenomenon.
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