The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Melania Trump has been criticized for going ahead with a renovation project for the White House Rose Garden, while the country remains under the control of a series of national …

Millennials and Generation X parents appear to be spanking their children less than previous generations, according to a research letter published Monday in the medical journal JAMA Pediatrics. © LOIC VENANCE / AFP / AFP / Getty Images “This article is truly impressive … and corresponds to our view that …

Keith Srakocic / Associated Press The NFL will continue the fight against systemic racism during Week 1 of the 2020 season with a series of measures, including the messages “It Takes All of Us” and “End Racism” at the borders of the end zone. Jason Reid ESPN’s The Undefeated reported …

Gulikit If you’re lucky enough to have bought the Nintendo Switch before a lack of inventory made the console more or less impossible to obtain for most of 2020, you certainly know how much fun it is, but the lack of support for it. Wireless audio means you are always …

Eight post offices in Berkeley and Albany are understaffed, including Berkeley’s main post office at 2000 Allston Way. Photo: Lance Knobel Staff shortages at the US Postal Service have disrupted service in Berkeley, leaving many customers confused by closed doors and frustrated that there is no information on when they …