Opinion
Views and opinion on the biggest stories of the day from the Editors at Marie Claire
Opinion
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Obama vs. Trump: The inaugurations in numbers
It’s actually happening…
By Rebecca Gillam
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'I sat in a theatre alone with Harvey Weinstein as he grunted' says film producer Alison Owen
Last night's Golden Globes was a watershed moment for women, and it's about time too, says film producer Alison Owen, who worked with Weinstein in the '90s
By Marie Claire
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Here's why nobody cares about your new year's resolutions, except you
Author of Get Your Sh*t Together, Sarah Knight explains why you should stop talking and starting doing this year
By Marie Claire
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So what's it really like to be a regular 18-year-old girl... And HIV positive
Teenager Ashley Rose Murphy, a motivational speaker and HIV/AIDS charity ambassador describes what it's like living with HIV positive.
By Andrea Thompson
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Why we all need to call out racism
It's time for all of us to stand up to everyday racism
By Anita Bhagwandas
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What does Trump mean for global women's rights?
Women everywhere woke up to the reality of a worryingly misogynisitic new world on Wednesday morning. As the dust begins to settle this weekend, there seems no doubt that a Trump presidency will aim to undo 8 years of progress for women under Obama...
By Marie Claire
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Why was the reaction to Lily Allen's Calais Jungle apology so vicious?
During a visit to a Calais refugee camp, Lily Allen made the fatal mistake of being human
By Lucy Pavia
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26 great feminist quotes that will make you proud to be a woman
26 amazing feminist quotes from the world’s greatest women to inspire us all to kick some ass in 2015
By Miranda McMinn
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'My week as a mindful mama': One hectic mum's quest for Zen
Juggling a business with parenting is enough to test anyone’s sanity. So what happened when we asked one mum to swap Merlot for mindfulness?
By Marie Claire
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The reason Helen Skelton’s Olympics style should be trending on Twitter
Plus, meet the emerging London designer she can’t stop wearing in Rio
By Marie Claire
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Is it really ever OK to objectify men?
In light of *those* Orlando Bloom pictures
By Marie Claire
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How do you say no to being a bridesmaid?
As awkward conversations go, this is one of the worst.
By Marie Claire
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8 reasons freshers' week is basically the worst thing ever
No, I don't want to down it.
By Marie Claire
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The seven stages of Brexit anxiety
For almost half the population, the vote didn't go their way. Here's how to feel less shit about it
By Tracy Ramsden
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8 things I wish I'd known before writing my first novel
Award-winning author Kate Mosse reveals her top tips for making a career out of writing books
By Andrea Thompson
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15 of the most annoying (& cryptic) estate agent phrases, decoded
Stunning
By Holly Rains
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Why you should think twice before wearing a safety pin today
Will wearing a safety pin really help?
By Marie Claire
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5 sillier Brexit rumours that aren't actually true
Should we bulk-buy Zara clothes now?
By Jenny Proudfoot
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5 studies that will make you feel better about life
Have a pick-me-up on us…
By Jenny Proudfoot
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Brexit: everything you need to know
In, out, or just bloody confused by Brexit? Let’s break it down
By Marie Claire
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I can’t bake and I give zero f***s
Baking just became a feminist issue.
By Miranda McMinn
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So, do we need 'meternity' leave?
Why a US author is facing a backlash for suggesting "meternity" time for childfree women
By Miranda McMinn
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15 things nobody tells you about the first week of parenthood
…Because it’s important to the survival of our species that some things remain a secret.
By Marie Claire
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'What it feels like... To fundraise to save your own life'
In January, Jessica Kill, 38, was diagnosed with a devastating condition. Now she has three months left to raise enough money for surgery.
By Marie Claire
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19 things you will only understand if you’re a vegan
‘No guys, I don’t wear hemp or collect crystals…I just don’t like animal by-products!’
By Jenny Proudfoot
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Things you only know if you're a war photographer
As Louder Than Bombs hits cinema screens, we spoke to Alison Baskerville about life as a female war photographer - and how she deals with life at home after spending time in conflict zones.
By Marie Claire
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What it feels like to check yourself into rehab for drugs
Ever wondered how it would feel to admit yourself to rehab? This woman did. Here's what she said.
By Marie Claire