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UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

Leaving the ECHR won't stop the boats, 300 organisations warn in rallying cry

Reader donations fund on-the-ground journalism that avoids paywalls, reports on issues from reproductive rights to Big Tech, and defends human-rights protections like the ECHR.
#louvre-heist
fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Canada and Philippines to sign defense pact to boost combat drills and deter China's aggression

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
World news
#reproductive-rights
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

A House of Dynamite director Kathryn Bigelow reacts to Pentagon inaccuracy' claims

Independent seeks donations to fund unrestricted journalism while A House of Dynamite prompts Pentagon criticism over its portrayal of U.S. missile defenses.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Refusal to dub China a threat was total roadblock' to spying case, says barrister

Government refusal to label China an active national security threat blocked prosecution of two alleged spies, according to the prosecution's lead barrister and DPP.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 hours ago

Criminals get legal help but I alone had to fight for my daughter'

The Independent funds on-the-ground, free-access US reporting across major issues and relies on reader donations instead of paywalls to support investigative journalists.
#royal-family
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

A necessity or marketing?' Readers divided on the rise of water bottles

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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UK news
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6 days ago

Academic to receive substantial damages' over portrayal in Steve Coogan film

Steve Coogan and production companies agreed to pay substantial damages to academic Richard Taylor over his portrayal in the film The Lost King.
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Beatles film franchise casts Oscar nominee as Linda McCartney

Saoirse Ronan is reportedly cast as Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes's planned four-part Beatles biopics, with Paul Mescal cast as Paul McCartney.
#climate-change
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Family pays tribute to beloved' man who died in Doncaster helicopter crash

Peter Smith, 70, died in a helicopter crash in Bentley, Doncaster; the pilot and two passengers suffered minor injuries and his family issued a heartfelt tribute.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Billions squandered on asylum hotels because of Home Office incompetence'

Home Office mismanagement led to billions squandered on asylum hotel contracts, tripling projected costs and leaving excess profits unrecouped.
#paywall-free-news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
Food & drink

Young Brits ditch traditional Christmas dinner for these three foods

The Independent funds on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism covering major U.S. issues; younger British adults increasingly choose non-traditional Christmas meals, per Tesco.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago
UK politics

Andrew's Royal Lodge eviction date revealed as talks over new home continue

The Independent seeks donations to fund non-paywalled investigative journalism; Prince Andrew will be stripped of titles and allowed at Royal Lodge until early 2026.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Mansion tax idea is incoherent, former Bank of England boss warns Reeves

A mansion tax would not resolve complex property-tax interactions; a comprehensive review of the taxation of property, savings and wealth is needed.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Farage's plan to scrap ILR would be blocked in the courts, lawyers say

Nigel Farage's plan to retrospectively revoke indefinite leave to remain risks legal defeat and could expose tens of thousands of settled non‑EU migrants to deportation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Frogmore Cottage? Where Prince Andrew could move to if he leaves Royal Lodge

Prince Andrew reportedly agreed to leave Royal Lodge if he and Sarah Ferguson receive keys to two other royal properties, including Frogmore Cottage.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Agency workers covering for Birmingham bin strikers to vote for own strike action

Agency refuse workers hired as strike cover in Birmingham will vote on strike action amid claims of bullying, harassment, and unsustainable workloads.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

What the new renters' rights bill means for landlords and renters

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Prison custody chief scapegoated' over bungled release of Hadush Kebatu, union says

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation
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6 days ago

Starmer signs 8 billion Typhoon fighter jet deal with Turkey

Britain agreed to sell 20 Typhoon jets to Turkey in a deal worth up to 8 billion, supporting thousands of jobs and boosting NATO security.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

What will happen to your digital ID if your phone gets stolen?

UK digital IDs will be mandatory, stored as phone apps, raising security and civil-rights concerns and prompting calls for evolving legal protections against fraud.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Mpox warning issued in UK after cases spread in Europe

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
Public health
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Abuse victims in debt set to be better protected after government scraps fee

A government fee forcing domestic abuse survivors to pay to hide their address during debt relief proceedings will be scrapped from November.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

150 energy bill discount to arrive for families this winter

More than six million households across England, Scotland and Wales will receive a one-off 150 energy bill discount, mostly applied automatically after confirmation letters.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

New end-of-life checklist designed to remove stress in time of crisis

Donations support The Independent's paywall-free journalism; Marie Curie published a clinician-curated end-of-life checklist and reported widespread public delay in planning.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Inside the British Library, two years on from devastating cyber attack

The Independent depends on donations to fund on-the-ground journalism while keeping reporting free by avoiding paywalls.
#uk-budget
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Family of Bella Culley pay 140k in bid to free pregnant teen

The family of a pregnant British teenager, Bella Culley, has confirmed they paid $187,000 (140,000) to a Georgian court on Tuesday to secure her release. It followed her arrest on drug smuggling charges earlier this year. Nineteen-year-old Ms Culley, from Billingham, northeast England, was apprehended at Tbilisi airport in May upon her arrival in the South Caucasus nation. Her arrest followed a period where she had been reported missing in Thailand.
UK news
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

HMRC froze 23,000 families' child benefit over incomplete travel data

HMRC suspended child benefit payments for tens of thousands of claimants after brief travel abroad while investigating their residency.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Teacher struck off after asking girl to wear uniform for sex

A 34-year-old maths teacher was banned after engaging in a sexual relationship with a pupil, including requesting she wear her school uniform during sex.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Six things every new tenant should do as Renters' Rights Bill becomes law

Renters' Rights Act abolishes Section 21 no-fault evictions and strengthens tenant protections amid rising rents, landlord exits, and intense competition for rental properties.
#hurricane-melissa
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Government refuses to rule out pension changes at Budget

Government has not ruled out pension changes before the 26 November Budget despite a petition urging protection of the tax-free lump sum and tax relief.
Medicine
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Tiger, cheetah and leopard all fall ill in medical mystery at UK zoo

Three Big Cat Sanctuary felines underwent specialist mobile CT scans for unexplained mobility issues, while donations support on-the-ground journalism available without paywalls.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

David Attenborough backs 30 million bid to buy historic Rothbury Estate

Donations fund The Independent's paywall-free journalism; conservationists, backed by Sir David Attenborough, seek 30 million to buy and restore the Rothbury Estate.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Ukraine's long-range strikes cut Russia's oil refining capacity by 20%, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine's long-range strikes cut Russia's refining capacity by 20%, prompting Zelenskyy to request foreign funding; The Independent seeks donations to fund open, on-the-ground journalism.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

White House pushed Navy celebration officials to launch live explosives: report

White House officials pressured Navy planners to use 2,000-pound live bombs instead of dummy explosives during the 250th anniversary demonstration attended by President Trump.
Germany news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Thousands of dead cranes litter cherished European birdwatching spot

Severe bird flu in Germany has killed thousands of cranes and forced the culling of over 500,000 poultry, triggering extensive wildlife recovery efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Blair has a contribution to make' to Trump's Gaza peace deal, UK minister says

Hamish Falconer backs Tony Blair on a Gaza peace board and defends UK aid policy while The Independent solicits donations to fund on‑the‑ground journalism.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Deported migrant sex offender given 500 to leave UK

A mistakenly released migrant sex offender was paid £500 to leave the UK, prompting outrage while officials called it an operational decision to avoid costs.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Reform MP admits to gaming the benefits system'

Reform MP Lee Anderson admitted he and colleagues at the Citizens Advice Bureau previously 'gamed' benefits forms to secure PIP for claimants.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

The prison crisis that led to mistaken release of migrant sex offender

Britain's prisons face staffing shortages and high officer turnover causing errors, while The Independent requests donations to fund free, on-the-ground journalism.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Dr. Phil's TV outlet to liquidate after bankruptcy loss: No hope for rehabilitation'

A federal judge converted Dr. Phil McGraw's Merit Street Media bankruptcy from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7 following deleted incriminating texts and a finding of no rehabilitation.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

What is a mansion tax' and how would it work?

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Inside the UK's luxury' migrant hotels

Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
UK news
Science
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Scientists identify why we can't concentrate after a bad night's sleep

Sleep loss triggers daytime cerebrospinal fluid pulses that disrupt the brain's sleep-time waste-clearing process and significantly impair attention.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Labour gives latest update on PIP disability benefit review

The UK government has launched a review of the personal independence payment (PIP) assessment process, chaired by Sir Stephen Timms, amid controversy and campaigner criticism.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Thousands of households' energy bill debt to be written off

Ofgem will reset and reform energy debt, potentially writing off up to 500 million while adding an additional 5 charge to household bills to recover costs.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Reeves' tenants could receive major payout after chancellor's rent rule breach

Tenants of Rachel Reeves' unlicensed Dulwich rental may claim up to 12 months' rent back after she failed to obtain a required selective licence.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Nigel Farage sad' as Clacton area remains most deprived neighbourhood

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
UK politics
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

One UK town to win 3.5 million in new government competition

Donations fund The Independent's on-the-ground journalism; the UK launches Town of Culture competition awarding £3.5m to a town for a 2028 cultural programme.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Andrew stripped of prince' title and evicted from Royal Lodge

King Charles strips Prince Andrew of remaining titles, evicts him from the Royal Lodge, and he will be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.
Manchester City
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Rayan Cherki delighted to be back and determined to bring joy to Man City fans

Donations fund on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism that investigates major issues across the political spectrum and keeps reporters deployed.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Louvre heist highlights thorny issue for museums: How to secure art without becoming fortresses

Museums must bolster security after high-profile thefts while preserving accessible, non-fortress visitor experiences.
Berlin
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Germany's Merz urges deeper European ties with Turkey despite disagreement on Gaza

Europe should deepen strategic partnership with Turkey for emerging security challenges, while independent journalism requires donations to sustain on-the-ground reporting accessible without paywalls.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Rust gun supplier sues Alec Baldwin and producers over scapegoat smear campaign'

A weapons supplier has sued Alec Baldwin and Rust producers, alleging a coordinated defamation campaign falsely blaming his company for the fatal on-set shooting.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Health officials urge parents to vaccinate children amid rise in meningitis cases

Rising invasive meningococcal disease cases in 2024-25 make vaccination and vigilance essential to protect babies, teenagers and young adults from meningitis and sepsis.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Solid gold toilet worth $10 million set to go under the hammer

The Independent solicits donations to fund reporters while Sotheby's will auction Maurizio Cattelan's solid gold toilet 'America' valued near $10 million.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Expert warns deadly Black Widow spiders could invade UK

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Could this be the UK's first new city in half a century?

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

A House of Dynamite debuts on Netflix to mixed reactions as viewers fume over ending

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Anthony Hopkins recalls chastising young actor: Never heard of him since'

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Ireland's president elect is a left-wing, anti-establishment figure who is outspoken on Gaza

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 producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
UK news
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Child abuse inquiry was meant to move the dial. Three years on, nothing has changed

Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse exposed institutional failings in Lambeth council, prompting survivor trauma and costing £186.6 million over seven years.
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