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The Independent
Trans people still protected by guidance, says Phillipson
New guidance on single-sex spaces has been introduced to parliament, with the equalities minister claiming it will uphold \"people's rights across our country\".
2 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Five arrested on suspicion of Tameside election fraud
Five people have been arrested over allegations of fraud in the lead-up to the local elections in Tameside, police have said.
2 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
How will the chancellor pay for her summer giveaways?
The flurry of announcements from Rachel Reeves looks like a very small Budget, in which a few hundred million pounds have been raised by an obscure tax on oil companies and spent on a series of small measures designed to look as if they are helping with the cost of living.
3 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Air France found guilty of manslaughter in 2009 crash
Airbus and Air France have been found guilty of corporate manslaughter in the 2009 crash of flight AF447, in which 228 passengers and crew were killed.
1 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Even Trump knows invading Cuba would be a foolish idea
What with his delayed visit to Beijing, his unresolved war with Iran, and some largely below-the-radar talks about new military bases in Greenland, you might have thought that President Donald Trump has enough to do.
3 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Reeves cuts VAT to 5% on summer holiday attractions
Rachel Reeves has announced a cut in the rate of VAT on tickets for theme parks, zoos and museums from 20 per cent to 5 per cent over the summer holidays as part of a package of measures to tackle the spiralling cost of living caused by the Iran war.
4 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Russia launches nuclear war games on Europe’s doorstep
Moscow’s massive exercise in Belarus is an attempt to regain the military initiative by threatening Nato
3 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Liverpool’s self-effacing star faces an emotional farewell
Andy Robertson became one of the best left-backs in the world at Anfield, not an accolade he is likely to admit to
5 min |
May 22, 2026
The Independent
Could a cap on the price of food really work in practice?
Britain is facing (at least) two assaults on the price mechanism as an efficient - if not always fair - way to allocate scarce resources.
3 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Xi and Putin unite to take swipe at Trump in Beijing
But China and Russia could not agree on gas pipeline
3 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
‘My joy, my strength’: Dad’s tribute to sisters found dead in Brighton sea tragedy
Three women who died in the sea off Brighton in unclear circumstances were sisters “whose lives ended so tragically far too soon”, their father has said.
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Widdicombe adds a dash of something extra to Strictly
The panel show regular’s brand of awkward comedy is just what the BBC behemoth needs, argues Isobel Lewis
4 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
I’m following Kylie’s lead and ditching the narcissists
As the pop star’s revealing documentary series arrives on Netflix, Charlotte Cripps recalls her own damaging run-ins with the ‘me me me generation’, and seeks expert advice
4 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
US indicts former Cuban leader on murder charges
Arrest warrant issued over 1996 downing of civilian planes
3 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Why the ‘Enhanced Games’ are a step into the unknown
Testosterone, steroids, growth hormone, amphetamines – all are welcome at this inaugural event. Lawrence Ostlere looks at why breaking athletic boundaries is only the beginning...
4 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
More wildlife in Chernobyl zone than nature reserves
Radioactive landscape is now home to 13 species of mammal
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Soviet-era price caps are the last thing the consumer needs
You know a government is running scared when it starts talking stupid.
3 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
My partner snores and it’s damaging our relationship
The Indy’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help
5 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Israel’s looming election could spell Netanyahu’s end
Israel’s parliament has approved a bill to dissolve itself, paving the way for a general election, which polls suggest that Benjamin Netanyahu could lose.
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Ukraine hits out at Starmer over Russian oil imports
PM’s decision to ease sanctions draws strong condemnation
4 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Labour losing fight against nationalism, says Streeting
Former health secretary who quit the government last week with a call for Keir Starmer to resign says he has ‘no regrets’
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
William watches Villa slam Freiburg in Europa final
Aston Villa ended their 30-year wait for a trophy as they strolled to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Freiburg in the Europa League final in Istanbul.
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
The Kremlin now has more money to kill Britain’s allies
The prime minister’s decision to ease oil sanctions on Russia is an ugly stain on our country’s reputation
4 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Russian jets fly metres from RAF aircraft over Black Sea
The Su-35 and Su-37 fighter planes came close enough to activate emergency systems, the Ministry of Defence said
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
Actors and poets embrace grief for Celebration Day
Works by Wendy Cope and Robert Browning are among the powerful pieces to feature in short films for the annual event
2 min |
May 21, 2026
The Independent
China denies Xi criticised Putin over Ukraine invasion
‘He will regret war’, said Xi at summit, according to reports
2 min |
May 20, 2026
The Independent
The other side of Pep that complicates his City legacy
Catalan has inspired a dynasty, but his choice of institution at which to do so provokes questions
5 min |
May 20, 2026
The Independent
Here are your nominations for Europe’s worst airport
High Eurostar fares cause me to fly to and from Paris much more than I should; Air France’s vast network means I connect at Paris Charles de Gaulle too.
2 min |
May 20, 2026
The Independent
Alcaraz to miss Wimbledon as injury problems persist
Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of Wimbledon due to injury, following his withdrawal from the French Open.
1 min |
May 20, 2026
The Independent
Wes Streeting ‘abandoned women’ by quitting his job
The former health secretary once called the state of maternity services a ‘cause for national shame’, but his resignation is just another example of him deprioritising women’s concerns, campaigners tell Rosie Taylor
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