Kat Brown

London

Journalist and Social Media Editor at Freelance

Co-Host at Pop Culture: The Soft Drinks Podcast

Journalist & human Swiss Army knife. [email protected]

Articles

Heatwaves hit different when you’re a redhead

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Kat Brown

CommentAfter the sunniest spring on record, and with temperatures set to hit the high-20s this weekend, will nobody think of us gingers, asks Kat BrownFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Joe Biden diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer

2 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

Joe Biden diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer The former US president is reviewing treatment options with his family, his office has said Caption: FILE – Former President Joe Biden speaks at a conference in Chicago, April 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)Photographer: Nam Y. HuhProvider: APSource: APCopyright: Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
What would a UK home guard look like? This is how they work in other countries

2 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

The TV series Dad’s Army is the closest most Brits have come to a citizens militia, but now a government review is recommending that a Second World War-style Home Guard be established to protect British facilities and airports.
Starmer’s power is propped up on borrowed votes. Here’s why I won’t be lending mine next time…

3 weeks ago | independent.co.uk | Kat Brown

CommentMany like me voted tactically in the general election to get the Conservatives out and see what the other lot could do. But I’m mystified by Labour's apparent dancing to Reform’s tune, writes Kat BrownWhen Labour is in power, it’s customary for the left wing to spend much of its time grousing about how badly it’s doing, whereas those on the right have remained staunchly silent about criticism of its leadership, no matter how outwardly deranged.
I saved thousands by returning to my parents' home after moving out

3 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

One in five adult children are returning to the family home to save for a house deposit, new data shows. The average age of “re-nesters” – adults returning to live at the family home – is 26, although 21 per cent of those surveyed were aged over 30.
Marks and Spencer could face 12% drop in profits after cyber attacks

3 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

The financial damage to Marks and Spencer in the wake of Easter’s cyber attack that has prevented customers from shopping online continues to mount. Now, financial commentators have warned that the company could be heading for a 12 per cent drop in yearly earnings.
How Labour's crackdown on migrant careworkers could impact pension pots

3 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

Labour’s plans to reduce migration by clamping down on migrant workers in the care sector could have significant consequences for people’s pensions, experts warn, with the gender pension gap at risk of being amplified.
Savings rates lowered by 25 banks after interest rate cut - the five best accounts

3 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

Some 25 banks and building societies have cut the rates on their savings accounts since the Bank of England lowered the base rate last week, with experts warning that now could be the best time to lock in a deal. The Bank’s cut to 4.25 per cent from 4.5 per cent marked the fourth in the past year, and more are expected, especially given concerns over how Donald Trump’s tariff war could affect UK growth.
Hamas to release last American-Israeli hostage in ceasefire efforts

3 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

Hamas says Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage in Gaza, will be released as part of efforts to establish a ceasefire, reopen crossings into the Israeli-blockaded territory and resume the delivery of aid. The Hamas statement on Sunday night does not say when the release will happen. The announcement comes shortly before US President Donald Trump visits the Middle East this week. Trump is not planning to visit Israel.
Flood and thunderstorm warnings issued as mini heatwave breaks

3 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Kat Brown

The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Wales and much of central and southern England on Monday. The mini heatwave enjoyed by the UK for much of May, will be replaced by significantly more changeable weather: heavy showers will hit parts of the UK which could lead to thunderstorms and flooding.