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The Independent
Who makes the plane for England's World Cup bid?
Lawrence Ostlere on Tuchel's embarrassment of riches
5 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
No 10 releases three China spy case witness statements
Evidence claims China conducts 'large-scale' UK espionage
4 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
Minister, gimmicky language rules won't stop those boats
Shabana Mahmood has made a good start at the Home Office, saying the right things about regaining control of Britain’s borders and starting to deliver some policy changes.
2 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
Taliban's bloody revenge on Afghans abandoned by UK
Holly Bancroft, Jessica Purkiss, Fahim Abed and May Bulman verify the killings of more than 100 ex-Afghan forces since 2023, one of whom was executed in front of his children
8 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
'I told them to go full gas and enjoy the experience'
England captain Harry Kane delivered a rousing speech to his teammates after victory in Riga
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
'Bright yellow, happiness and sunshine is quite nice'
Hannah Twiggs meets River Cafe founder Ruth Rogers to talk 'Squeeze Me', celebrity friends and why she's opening a less expensive version of London's most famous restaurant
7 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
‘When my family die, will the British take action?’
Rounded up by police and deported back to Afghanistan, despite being under the care of the UK government, Aziz and his family are now in hiding and fearful for their lives
6 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
No Legoland, kids, I have to pay this exorbitant vet fee
How much is too much to spend taking care of a beloved family pet?
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
IFS tells Reeves to be bold or face more economic pain
Tinkering around the edges at the next Budget risks another year of economic pain, a leading think tank has warned, urging the chancellor to take “bold action” in November.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
Even tactical voting may not be enough to defeat Farage
There is nothing surprising about a new poll that suggests Reform UK could win an overall majority if a general election were held now - and that the Conservatives might not be far from extinction.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
Ceasefire under pressure in repatriated body mystery
Confusion surrounds aid deliveries into Gaza as a row brews over the return and identity of deceased Israeli hostages
4 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
How does the IFS suggest Reeves balances the books?
We journalists are not supposed to call the Institute for Fiscal Studies “respected”, because that introduces a value judgement into the fiercely contested world of think tanks, many of whom are competing for the chancellor’s attention before a Budget.
3 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
Affairs of state: Thatcher had two lovers, book claims
The former PM allegedly had an 'extracurricular' leg-rubbing friendship and extramarital affairs
2 min |
October 16, 2025
The Independent
How circus around Isak left Sweden in World Cup bind
For the first time in the history of the men's national team, Sweden have sacked their manager. There have been departures after tournaments and contracts left unrenewed after a disappointing season.
5 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Can anyone help me apply for a German passport?
Ask Simon Calder
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Zelensky wants what Trump gave Israel - more weapons
The worldwide delusion that Donald Trump’s bizarre approach to diplomacy has delivered a ceasefire - or even “peace” - in Gaza is being enthusiastically embraced by Ukraine’s president as he prepares for a White House meeting this week.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
A passport to the Land of Nod doesn't come cheap
As a devoted eye mask and earplug user, Olivia Petter asks whether the craze for sleep paraphernalia has got out of hand
4 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Inflation warning deals ‘grim’ Budget blow to Reeves
Chancellor faces 'desperate' situation as IMF cuts UK growth forecast for 2026 and predicts highest cost rises in entire G7 as cabinet weighs tax rises to plug black hole of up to £40bn
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
I can be a good person... I'm just wired differently'
Lukas Gage speaks to Adam White about internet villainy, coming out as gay, and starring in 'The White Lotus'
6 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Sorry, Mr Trump, but that's not what I call a peace deal
It is an agreement to end the Gaza war, return the hostages (living and dead), release Palestinian prisoners, and for Israel's phased withdrawal from the Gaza Strip.
4 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Jurassic dinosaur footprints found in Oxfordshire quarry
The most extensive dinosaur trackways ever discovered in Europe have been uncovered at an Oxfordshire quarry, and delighted palaeontologists have now gained new insights into how the animals moved through the landscape.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
High-five as England win to qualify for World Cup
So, England become the first European side to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, but the real wonder is whether that actually says anything more about their capability of finishing first next summer.
4 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Is there a solution to the rising costs of groceries?
We don’t yet know if this Christmas will be a white one, but we may be certain it will be expensive.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Starmer needs an urgent plan to reboot the economy
In economics, as in much of life, everything is relative. The latest forecasts from the IMF for the world economy - as well as for British prospects in particular - are of the “glass half full” variety.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
'Boriswave' tantrum shows true measure of our ex-PM
Boris Johnson was always a shameless figure – part of his perverse charm, you might say.
4 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
What does 'phase two' of Trump's ceasefire involve?
The facts so far on the disarmament of Hamas and the shape of Gaza's post-war government.
5 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Bloated true-crime drama plods over same old ground
Disney+ series 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' wastes its impressive central performances
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Starmer must do a better job of promoting Powell's ideas
When Keir Starmer cancelled Rishi Sunak's choice of national security adviser and appointed Jonathan Powell instead, it seemed to be a triumph for “serious” government.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
New fears for ceasefire after IDF kills seven Palestinians
Israel Defense Forces say the men, believed to be civilians, had crossed a 'yellow line' and walked towards the soldiers
4 min |
October 15, 2025
The Independent
Power grid hack fears after dark web password leak
'Bad actors' offered classified UK military documents
5 min |