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Stranger Things creators reflect on ‘difficult circumstances’ behind the scenes while writing final season

Stranger Things creators reflect on ‘difficult circumstances’ behind the scenes while writing final season

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter The Duffer brothers have shed light on the chaotic and stressful process of perfecting the highly anticipated finale to their beloved Netflix series, Stranger Things. A new Netflix documentary from Martina Radwan, One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5, out now, features behind-the-scenes footage of the cast, crew, and co-creators Matt and Ross Duffer as they enter their final weeks working on the show’s climactic conclusion — without a completed script. “We were getting hammered constantly by production and by Netflix for episode eight,” Matt said in the documentary. “It was the most difficult writing circumstances we’ve ever found ourselves in, not just because there was the pressure of we had to make sure the script was good, but there’s never been so much noise at the same time.” In one clip, Matt is seen speaking to the team …

‘Unhappy do us part’: Readers reflect on marriages and relationships that didn’t last

‘Unhappy do us part’: Readers reflect on marriages and relationships that didn’t last

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Independent readers have been reflecting on why marriages and long-term relationships sometimes fail, sparking debate over the challenges couples face. Many shared personal experiences of break-ups, divorce, or marriages that ended unexpectedly, highlighting that unresolved issues, lack of communication, or emotional withdrawal often escalate rather than resolve once couples tie the knot. Some noted that patterns of affection and attention – or the absence thereof – can signal deeper problems long before the relationship officially ends. Others reflected on the pressures of cohabitation, suggesting that living together for years does not guarantee stability and can sometimes create a false sense of security. Several readers emphasised that leaving a relationship, though painful, can ultimately be liberating, allowing individuals to recognise toxic dynamics or find partners …

Controversial satellites launching in 2026 will reflect light to Earth

Controversial satellites launching in 2026 will reflect light to Earth

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Artist’s rendering of the Reflect Orbital satellites Reflect Orbital A controversial scheme will begin to reflect sunlight to Earth with satellites next year, so that dark places can be temporarily lit for visibility or energy production. But astronomers are sceptical about the plan’s efficacy and possible scientific consequences. US company Reflect Orbital, which aims to provide “sunlight on demand”, intends to launch its first satellite as soon as early 2026, beaming sunlight to 10 locations as part of an initial “World Tour”. The company then plans to launch thousands of satellites, equipped with mirrors spanning tens of metres, so that light can be reflected to Earth for “remote operations, defense, civil infrastructure, and energy generation.” By 2030, Reflect Orbital says it will have sufficient satellite coverage to beam 200 watts per square metre to solar farms on Earth, equivalent to levels of sunlight at dusk and dawn, so places with less natural sunlight can still generate reliable energy. But according to specifications of the company’s first satellite in filings with the US Federal Communications Commission …

Senior news leaders reflect on 2025 and what’s ahead in 2026

Senior news leaders reflect on 2025 and what’s ahead in 2026

Published by Sam Flores

L-R top to bottom: Newsweek chief revenue officer Danielle Varvaro, Politico chief executive Goli Sheikholeslami, Forbes CEO Sherry Phillips, Reach director of growth David Bartlett, Bloomberg Media CEO Karen Saltser, Associated Press chief revenue officer Kristin Heitmann, Independent Media CEO Christian Broughton, Sun editor-in-chief Victoria Newton, and Mail Metro Media chief revenue officer Dominic Williams. News leaders from some of the biggest media companies in the UK and US have reflected on 2025 and revealed how they are feeling ahead of 2026. Press Gazette asked respondents to share how they are feeling via emojis and explain their choice. Despite a challenging year just gone, the news publishing bosses chose to stay upbeat for their answers and spoke about what they can control in 2026. As a result, perhaps surprisingly, AI barely got a mention. Scroll down or click through to see the full responses from each of our participants: Anna Bross, The Atlantic, SVP communications Christian Broughton, The Independent, chief executive Christina Hawley, Immediate, chief commercial officer Danielle Varvaro, Newsweek, chief revenue officer David Bartlett, …

Maine PFAS testing lab rebrands to reflect growing national reach

Maine PFAS testing lab rebrands to reflect growing national reach

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Maine Laboratories, a PFAS testing and analysis service in Norridgewock, Maine, has rebranded as PFAS Laboratories to reflect the company’s growing national reach. Katie Richards launched Maine’s first PFAS testing lab in 2022 with her husband, Chris, after identifying a gap in the state’s ability to respond to contamination due to the lack of in-state testing options. “Changing our name is a natural step in our evolution,” Richards explained. “While Maine will always be home, our work now reaches far beyond state lines.” A growing national reach In two years, Richards led the company through national, international and U.S. Department of Defense accreditation, implemented in-house testing methods, tripled lab capacity, leveraged startup and accelerator resources and built a team in rural Norridgewock. The company has developed a national reach, mostly from companies that are treating PFAS contamination and researchers answering PFAS questions – from California to North Carolina, Texas and Massachusetts. It recently tripled its capacity to conduct up to 10,000 PFAS tests annually. Additionally, the company was recently selected to support research in Greenland. …