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FREEZE THE DAY
Amid volcanoes and glacial lagoons, a new self-drive route invites travellers to embrace Iceland’s wild unpredictability Maryann Wright enjoys an incredible, elemental experience
6 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
'Quality is almost a dirty word in government now'
More than just a Channel 4 pin-up, the real Kevin McCloud is private, principled and with a political axe to grind, as Adam White discovers on the eve of Grand Designs Live
8 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Epstein sex abuse survivor Giuffre dies by suicide at 41
Virginia Giuffre, an outspoken survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse, has died by suicide, her family has reported.
3 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
No one likes insurance but all travellers should have it
“Nobody wants it. But everybody needs it.” Harold Lawrence, founder of travel insurer Go Walkabout, succinctly sums up his product.
3 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
England survive fright against France to claim Six Nations grand slam again
There will be a great many more in the audience at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, should England make the World Cup final on home soil later this year, but if this thunderous encounter is to prove a dress rehearsal, there is some occasion in store.
4 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Runners told to reconsider fancy dress as temperatures.to soar at London Marathon
Runners have been warned to rethink wearing fancy dress and run at a slower pace for the London Marathon today as temperatures are set to soar. Warm and sunny skies are forecast and runners tackling the 26.2-mile course can expect temperatures to reach highs of 22C.
1 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Eubank outpoints Benn in action-packed grudge fight
It is difficult to know where to begin, but at the end, Chris Eubank Jr sank to his knees as his father stood proudly by his side, while Conor Benn embraced his own father and closed his eyes, perhaps wishing to drift into a dreamworld away from the very real nightmare around him.
4 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Putin 'tapping' me along about peace, says Trump
Donald Trump yesterday said that he doubts if Vladimir Putin wants to end the war in Ukraine, expressing scepticism that a peace deal can be reached soon. Only a day earlier, Mr Trump had said Ukraine and Russia were “very close to a deal”.
1 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Labour trails in former stronghold of Hull city
Sir Keir Starmer could be facing an embarrassing blow in this week's local elections after data seen by The Independent suggests that the city where John Prescott was MP for 40 years has turned its back on Labour.
2 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
What are your day trip tips for these European capitals?
We are spending 10 days spread across Prague, Vienna and Budapest.
1 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
IT'S ALL SIP-SHAPE
A new itinerary through the famous Bordeaux wine region promises chocolate, charm and chateaux Marc Shoffman sets sail down the Garonne and Dordogne to test it out
5 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
One hoped for more truth
While Pope Francis used his autobiography to admit to his failings, he came up short when discussing some of the Catholic Church’s darkest times
5 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
ALL THE RAGE
Polls show we’re all angrier than 10 years ago, something only worsened by internet content designed to stoke our fury. There might be only one way out
6 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
How troubled Giuffre's life seemed to unravel in public
California-born Virginia Giuffre, a victim of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, said little in the years since she settled a civil lawsuit with Prince Andrew.
5 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
How three knitted hearts have helped a mother grieve
After Lisa Coleman’s son Lennie died at two weeks old, the mementoes proved priceless’,
4 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Gundogan's cup return to Wembley reflects past glory
For almost half a century, Jackie Milburn held the record.
3 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Letter written by Titanic survivor sells for £300,000
A letter written by one of most well-known survivors of the Titanic disaster sold for a record-breaking £300,000 at auction last night.
2 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
At least four dead following massive blast at Iranian port
At least four people have been killed and hundreds injured in a massive explosion and fire that rocked a port in southern Iran.
1 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Trump and Zelensky hold 'productive' talks in Rome.
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky met briefly yesterday before the funeral for Pope Francis, as the US leader stepped up the pressure to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
2 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Key election seats to watch
And why they matter in this new era of multi-party politics
4 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
'Missed' Bayeux Tapestry penis inspires fresh debate
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts one of Britain’s most famous historical episodes, the Battle of Hastings in 1066, in which William the Conqueror defeated Harold Godwinson to take the English throne.
1 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Pope Francis laid to rest as politics hangs over farewell
Hundreds of thousands of mourners line the streets of Rome
4 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Driver confronts Just Stop Oil on 'last day' protest
A vehicle appeared to have been driven slowly towards Just Stop Oil protesters yesterday as hundreds took to London’s streets for what the group declared their last day of action”.
2 min |
April 27, 2025
The Independent
Bankruptcy, divorce and finding religion - the bell tolls for Eubank and Benn
As Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn prepare to recreate the epic Nineties fights of their fathers, Stephen Armstrong unravels the thread of tragedy that has run through both families and is still casting a shadow over the next generation
8 min |
April 26, 2025
The Independent
New dynamics in the battle.for the game's oldest prize
A disruptive quartet of FA Cup semi-finalists raises plenty of questions about the game’s future
5 min |
April 26, 2025
The Independent
Charity worker under threat of deportation to Gambia
A woman who has lived in the UK for 16 years has been told she will be deported next month to the Gambia, despite the threat of her facing political persecution.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
The Independent
'One in, one out' scheme took far too long but it could work
Don’t call it a youth mobility scheme. The word “mobility”, from the same Latin root as “movement”, makes it sound too close to EU free movement, which is a red line for the Labour government. Etymology rules.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
The Independent
'Seconds out... round hate'
As the Eubank and Benn family grudge fest hits Tottenham this evening, Steve Bunce explains why genuine animosity between fighters captures the attention like nothing else
4 min |
April 26, 2025
The Independent
SOUND PROPOSITION
Even without its artificial growl, the Kodiag vRS is a hoot to drive, writes Sean O’Grady and its bite lives up to its bark
3 min |
April 26, 2025
The Independent
'Star Wars gave me choices'
Since leaving Rey behind, Daisy Ridley’s acting roles have defied expectations. But, as she tells Louis Chilton, nothing prepared her for the rigours of new kick-ass thriller Cleaner’
8 min |