Though it might seem like a fantastical, whimsical story, much of it is based on Tolkien's personal beliefs, especially his ...

A new DNA study reveals that dark skin was common among early Europeans for much longer than previously believed. Pale skin became prevalent only around 3,000 years ago. The research suggests that ...

In Thailand, one of Southeast Asia’s most status-conscious yet least equal nations, having dark skin carries generations of cultural baggage. A dark complexion has long been associated with ...

Cheddar Man, believed to have lived in Britain 10,000 years ago. Challenging the long-held beliefs about the skin colour of Europeans, a recent study, published in the preprint bioRxiv database ...

If dark underarms make you feel self-conscious, there’s something you should know: It’s a common skin affliction that many people deal with. But just because it’s not unusual doesn’t mean ...

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 ...

The majority of Europeans living 5,000 years ago, including those who built Stonehenge, may have had dark skin, a new study suggests. It was already believed that Britain’s early inhabitants, such as ...

Dark endings aren't surprising in some anime. Some series take unexpected dark turns at the end. Shows like Magikano and Blood-C feature sudden dark twists. Not all anime end with the protagonists ...

In her first Netflix special, The Mother Lode, Baker uses her gift for dark humor to talk about her difficulties getting pregnant, the agony of miscarriage, and the challenges of motherhood.

While anyone can get acne, people with dark skin are more likely to experience post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation as a side effect. Treatment options include topical and oral medications.

Sean Baker won Academy Awards on Sunday night for writing, editing and directing his film Anora, a Cinderella story set in Brooklyn's Russian emigre communities of Brighton Beach and Coney Island.