"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."
"Firefighters in London have a higher risk of developing cancer than the general population, according to a new report. The London Assembly Fire Committee found firefighters may be routinely exposed to toxic substances released during fires, including known carcinogens such as asbestos, heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants. According to the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) commissioned research, around one in 25 (4 per cent) of the firefighters surveyed have reported being diagnosed with cancer, based on a self-reported survey of more than 11,000 firefighters."
A news outlet solicits donations to fund on-the-ground reporting across issues from reproductive rights to climate change and Big Tech, and avoids paywalls so reporting remains freely available to all. Donations support sending journalists to report and speak to both sides of stories. London firefighters face elevated cancer risk linked to routine exposure to toxic substances released during fires, including asbestos, heavy metals, and persistent organic pollutants. A Fire Brigades Union survey of more than 11,000 firefighters found about 4% reported cancer diagnoses. Highest prevalence occurred in ages 35–39, roughly triple the general population, and 10–15% showed abnormal tumour markers versus controls.
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