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The Independent
Drag queen film that was too controversial for Britain
‘Femme’, a violent erotic drama, hit just a handful of cinemas in 2023, as its tortured journey to release is documented by Ryan Gilbey in his book extract from It Used to be Witches’
8 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
Liberal wins South Korean election and pledges unity
Lee Jae Myung becomes president after impeachment chaos
2 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
Dozens killed by Israeli troops at Gaza aid hub
At least 27 Palestinians were killed and dozens injured yesterday after Israeli troops opened fire near an aid centre in Rafah, health officials said - the third consecutive day of bloodshed during humanitarian operations inside Gaza.
3 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
The Klopp disciple primed to boost Guardiola's City
Some worrying news for bookshops on Merseyside. Any copies of Intensity by Pep Lijnders are likely to remain on the shelves.
4 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
Trump spares UK 50% steel tariffs until July at least -
The UK’s steel and aluminium industry has been spared the immediate hit of Donald Trump’s 50 per cent today but looks to have just five weeks to finalise an exemption deal.
3 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
Why is Labour's pick to be football regulator leading to cries of serious foul play?
Lisa Nandy, secretary of state for culture, media and sport (DCMS), has decided to recuse herself from the final decision on the appointment of the first official football regulator, David Kogan, the government’s preferred nominee.
2 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
Reeves under pressure to back wealth taxes over cuts
Chancellor faces cabinet revolt on major spending review
3 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
Reed: Nationalising Thames Water isn't the right answer
Nationalisation of struggling Thames Water is \"not the answer\", environment secretary Steve Reed has warned after a private equity giant pulled out of a £4bn rescue deal, throwing the company's future into doubt.
2 min |
June 04, 2025
The Independent
German police launch new McCann search in Portugal
Fresh searches are to be carried out in Portugal by German police investigating the disappearance of Madeleine McCann.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Lammy signs new economic agreement with Morocco
Sir Keir Starmer’s government has announced a major change in UK foreign policy in exchange for an economic deal with one of the continent’s fastest-growing economies.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Reynolds steels himself for crunch talks on US tariffs
Trade secretary Jonathan Reynolds is meeting US officials today as the UK faces a race against time to prevent Donald Trump bringing in new tariffs on steel.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Accused details family rift at mushroom murder trial
The Australian woman accused of murdering three relatives with a poisoned beef wellington took the stand yesterday to give evidence about her fractured relationship with her estranged husband and his family.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Funding row over Starmer's 'battle-ready' Britain plans
Sir Keir Starmer's bold defence plans have been overshadowed by a row over money as he was warned Britain may not be moving quickly enough to counter the rapidly growing threat from Russia.
5 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Rivals scramble for strikers in unprecedented summer
A Club World Cup, Saudi money, PSR and demand for No 9s - the transfer window will be frantic
5 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Will Farage's 'Doge' project really blitz council waste?
Having impressively seized control of 10 county councils in the recent elections, Reform UK are delivering on their promise to undertake Elon Musk/Doge-style reviews of the operations of the various local authorities under their command.
4 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Tourists flee Etna eruption
Tourists fled from Sicily’s Mount Etna yesterday after it erupted, sending dense clouds of ash and gas miles into the sky.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Trainer jailed for crash that wrecked five police cars
A personal trainer who caused a “catastrophic collision” when he failed to stop for police while on a first date has been sentenced to 14 months’ detention.
3 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Why the red mist is integral to Verstappen's brilliance
The hero-villain line is difficult to tread and Max Verstappen crossed it in Barcelona - but his genius depends on volatility
4 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Influencer's bleach 'cure' for autism leaves children ill
A social media influencer is promoting industrial bleach as an \"autism cure\", despite health warnings and reports from parents that their children have become seriously ill after following her advice.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
'Terror' attack in Colorado targeted group of "Zionists'
Man reportedly shouted 'free Palestine' at shopping centre
4 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
House price dip does little to curb exodus from capital
Property prices in the UK are on the rise once more – but that’s not the case in all areas of London, with some boroughs showing an annual decrease.
3 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Thunberg sets sail for Gaza to break Israeli blockade
Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg is among a group of 12 activists sailing to Gaza with the aim of \"breaking Israel's siege\" of the devastated territory.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Small print lays bare the holes in PM's defence plan
As the threat from Russia grows, our government is finally taking defence seriously, says expert Francis Tusa. But the prime minister needs to put his money where his mouth is
4 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Ukraine's drone attacks will spook friends and foes alike
Operation Spiderweb was a feat of technological cunning by Kyiv that confirmed its military capability
4 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
British hopes end in Paris as Draper and Norrie depart
Jack Draper crashed out of the French Open in a shock fourthround defeat by world No 62 Alexander Bublik.
3 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Corporate manslaughter investigation at NHS Trust
Maternity deaths scandal first revealed by The Independent
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Truss promotes whiskey brand of ex-convict fighter
Liz Truss was the guest of honour at the launch event for a whiskey brand founded by a bare-knuckle fighter, months after he was released from prison.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
The Independent
Waste not spend not
Apps such as Too Good To Go are now a popular way of saving food retailers’ surplus stock from the bin. Regular user Isobel Lewis asks if they’re truly effective, or a superficial fix
7 min |
June 02, 2025
The Independent
Yates’s Giro d’Italia triumph seven years in the making
For every super-talent like Tadej Pogacar, every young star like Isaac del Toro, are several figures like Simon Yates.
4 min |
June 02, 2025
The Independent
Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix to extend his title lead
Norris is second as Ferrari’s Leclerc completes the podium
3 min |