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Strike action could collapse flu-hit NHS, says Streeting
Wes Streeting has expressed his “genuine fears” for the NHS if next week’s resident doctors’ strike goes ahead, warning that he could not guarantee the safety of patients during a severe rise in flu cases.
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December 13, 2025
The Independent
Unexpected gift of evidence
Frieda Hughes receives a bequest from an art client
1 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Trump's Venezuela war puts Royal Navy in choppy water
The US military has orders to shoot narco-terrorists on sight, in a region patrolled by British warships. Military filmmaker Chris Terrill explains what their role is and if it could change
7 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Christmas message is only under attack by 'rage bait'
It’s that time of year when most of my clergy don’t want to talk to me. We haven’t fallen out, it’s just their diaries are packed with carol services, nativity plays, concerts, crib blessings and celebrations.
2 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Joanna Trollope, bestselling British author, dies aged 82
Joanna Trollope, the popular author behind a string of successful novels including The Rector’s Wife, has died aged 82.
3 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Charles: Get screened for cancer, it may save your life
King Charles has called for people across the UK to attend cancer screenings, warning of millions of missed opportunities for early diagnoses as he opened up about his “overwhelming” personal journey.
2 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
On Robinson's religious trek, money is the righteous path
In early 2025, the far-right activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon (known by his public persona Tommy Robinson), serving yet another short prison sentence - this time for making false claims about a young Syrian refugee - apparently found Jesus.
4 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
SMOOTH OPERATOR
Nissan is making ambitious claims about the comfort and performance of the Qashqai e-Power – and the hybrid largely manages to live up to its EV-like billing
3 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
ON THIS DAY
1784: Dr Samuel Johnson, writer and lexicographer, died.
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December 13, 2025
The Independent
Now is not the time for doctors to go on strike
There is no “good” time to go on strike in the National Health Service, and certainly not during its now routine winter crisis –
3 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
'We're both going to put it all on the line to be No 1'
Luke Humphries declares 'war' as he returns to Alexandra Palace with Luke Littler's world title firmly in his sights
3 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Have border rules changed for taking a ferry to France?
Q Can you please explain what happens at a UK port when you need to check in for a ferry leaving for France - in particular what happens now at passport control? Also, should I arrive at the port earlier to get processed?
1 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
FEAST OF STEPHEN
A lavish London revival of Sondheim's 'Into the Woods' plays to the fairytale musical's strengths
2 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Presidents and royalty in latest Epstein photos batch
One picture, released yesterday, shows condoms depicting a caricature of Trump's face and the phrase: ‘I'm HUUUUGE!'
3 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Starmer is finally ready to fix damage done by Brexit
At last, Labour is waking up to the damage done by Brexit and seems intent on doing something about it.
4 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Could the House of Lords kill the assisted dying bill?
The assisted dying bill should be a showcase for parliament at its very best: politicians and experts working across party boundaries to make a real difference to people. But such is the depth of feeling about the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill that arguments have become concerned with procedure as well
3 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
ROUGH AND TUMBLE
Nicola Coughlan leads a gorgeous but uneven production of 'The Playboy of the Western World'
2 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
Another nasty shock for Reeves as economy shrinks
The UK economy shrank by 0. 1 per cent in October in a fresh blow for embattled chancellor Rachel Reeves.
2 min |
December 13, 2025
The Independent
City's unpredictability tilts Champions League hopes
It is the sort of result that can mark a team out as potential champions of Europe. Beating Real Madrid in the Bernabeu, at the least, could offer an indication a team is equipped to defeat them in a final, semifinal or quarterfinal. Though, more than most, Pep Guardiola can testify to Real’s winning habit when the stakes are highest.
3 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
Villa on verge of qualifying after battling win at Basel
Second-half substitute Youri Tielemans hit the winner to help Aston Villa move a step closer to automatic qualification in the Europa League with a 2-1 win at Basel.
3 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
Trump's new foreign policy boils down to 'Americas first'
Unfortunately, in this case, “it” was not a toy, but an oil tanker that was boarded and captured in a military-led operation seen by much of the Western world as piracy.
3 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
How can I kill time between my flights in Guangzhou?
Q I have eight hours at Guangzhou airport in China between flights on a journey from Melbourne to London. I looked for some kind of lounge or hotel in the terminal where I could rest, but the price appeared to be around £100, which is a quarter of what I paid for the entire flight. Any suggestions?
1 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
The best movies of 2025
From 'Nosferatu' to 'Nickel Boys', Clarisse Loughrey picks her favourites after a tumultuous year for the industry
10 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
Blair commends Mahmood amid leadership speculation
Tony Blair has effectively endorsed Shabana Mahmood as a future Labour leader, praising her as “brilliant” and “impressive” in a joint public appearance with the home secretary. The former Labour prime minister hosted a Christmas event for the Tony Blair Institute (TBI) alongside Ms Mahmood, which she used to deliver a passionate personal and political manifesto.
5 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
How the US is preparing for possible war with Venezuela
Trump had 13 combat vessels in the region by November as Washington piles pressure on beleaguered President Maduro
3 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
People ask me if we think Andrew is alive or dead – it depends which day you ask
Kevin Gosden talks about the disappearance of his teenage son as he backs The Independent's SafeCall campaign
4 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
'I don't have many regrets in life, but that gives me cold sweats now and again'
Set to reprise the role that made him a household name for the long-awaited seventh season, Martin Compston talks to Katie Rosseinsky about 'Line of Duty' and his latest project
7 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
Holiday without a hangover
From booze-free bubbles to clever aperitifs, Rosamund Hall rounds up the very best no- and low-alcohol wines and drinks to see you through this festive season – minus the fuzzy head
5 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
CRIMSON STRIDES
A new London production of 'The Red Shoes' conjures the impassioned, hothouse world of ballet
2 min |
December 12, 2025
The Independent
Ukraine navy hits Russian oil tanker with drone strike
Third attack in two weeks targeting Moscow's 'shadow fleet'
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