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A tragic incident occurred in Rome where a 14-year-old British girl with a peanut allergy lost her life while on holiday with her family. The young girl had eaten at a pizzeria in the...

The race to the White House is heating up as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump continue their campaigns with only seven days left until the election on November 5th. Harris and Tim Waltz focused...

The frustration of reaching for a pen only to find it doesn't work is a common experience for many people. A recent study of 1,000 adults in the UK has revealed that only 20%...

The upcoming Budget announcement is expected to bring good news for over a million low-income workers, as Rachel Reeves plans to increase the minimum wage by 6 percent. This inflation-busting pay rise will be...

Wes Streeting, a minister, recently defended his £160,000 salary by stating that he considers himself a "working person" amidst the ongoing confusion surrounding Labour's definition of the term. The party had pledged to not...

Prince William recently made a rare public mention of his brother, Prince Harry, in a touching tribute to their mother, Princess Diana. William shared an emotional childhood memory of Princess Diana taking him and...

Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics on the eve of the first Labour budget in over a decade. Here are the latest headlines:- Wes Streeting believes that private schools...

Israel's decision to ban the main UN Palestinian aid agency, Unrwa, from operating in the country has sparked outrage and concern from international leaders and humanitarian organizations. The move, which was approved by Israel's...

As the UK eagerly awaits Rachel Reeve's Autumn Budget announcement, the country's children have shared their thoughts on how they would handle finances, with half of them believing they could do a better job...

Kemi Badenoch, a candidate for the Tory leadership, recently appeared on Sophie Ridge's Sky Politics show where she was asked about her ambitions to become Prime Minister. Despite being pressed multiple times, Badenoch did...

A historic pier linked to the famous Dambusters raid during World War II is set to be restored thanks to a generous £10 million grant from the National Lottery. Birnbeck Pier, which has been...

The country is eagerly awaiting Labour's first Budget announcement since taking office, with speculations swirling around which measures will be included. While tax hikes have been confirmed by Labour, including increases to capital gains...

Former President Barack Obama endorsed Kamala Harris at a rally in Philadelphia, urging voters to put down their phones and vote. Obama, along with Bruce Springsteen, campaigned for Harris in Pennsylvania, emphasizing the importance...

Labour ministers have announced plans to increase the budget for the NHS in order to address neglect and improve services. The funding will aim to revive a struggling NHS that is facing record waiting...

Residents in Hillingdon are being urged to nominate individuals or groups who make a difference in their communities for the Hillingdon Community Award. The initiative, organised by Hillingdon Council, aims to recognise those unsung...

The bus fare cap in England is set to increase from £2 to £3 by the end of 2025, according to Keir Starmer. This decision comes as the funding for the £2 cap is...

Israel's parliament has made a decision to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from the country within the next 90 days. This move goes against the pressure from the US and...

Sean Bilton and his partner Charlotte decided to add a furry friend to their family two years ago. They visited Dogs Trust Harefield and instantly connected with Mishka, a crossbreed who had been rescued...

The leader of a cult, along with his co-conspirators, has been sentenced to prison for plotting to kidnap a coroner and shut down a court. Mark Christopher, the self-appointed leader, was found guilty of...

The former head of UK counter-terrorism policing, Neil Basu, has raised concerns about the Salisbury poisoning of Russian double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter, suggesting it could be seen as an "act of...

Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is set to appear at Woolwich Crown Court in London for a hearing on charges of contempt of court. The 41-year-old is facing allegations that he...

An urgent search is underway for an XL Bully dog that fatally attacked another dog and bit a woman near Greater Manchester. The incident occurred on Seat Naze Hill walking path off Burnley Road...

Anger and hate were the main themes at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday night, as Donald Trump and his supporters gathered for a rally filled with racist remarks, insults, and threats...

Food companies are being urged to disclose how healthy or unhealthy their products are by a top industry executive. Stéfan Descheemaeker, the chief executive of Nomad Foods, which owns popular brands like Birds Eye,...

The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) is gearing up for the festive season by planning to hire a whopping 12,500 temporary staff members. This recruitment drive is the largest one yet for the retail group,...

The housing market in the UK is currently experiencing a significant boom, with an estimated £113 billion worth of homes in the sales pipeline. This marks the highest level of new sales agreed since...

Labour donor Dale Vince has criticized the view that higher taxes will harm UK entrepreneurship, stating that those who only live in the country because of lower taxes should leave. Vince, a green energy...

According to health officials in Gaza, approximately 70 people have lost their lives in Israeli airstrikes in the past day. Despite the revival of ceasefire talks after a three-month hiatus, Israel's campaign in the...

Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister, will be addressing the nation on Monday to announce his commitment to facing the harsh reality of the country's finances. This announcement comes ahead of the unveiling of a...

Tom Parker Bowles recently shared insights into his mother, Queen Camilla's cooking skills and the meals they enjoyed at home while he was growing up. In an exclusive interview with The Independent’s editor-in-chief, Geordie...

Mike Amesbury, a Labour MP, has been suspended from the Labour Party after CCTV footage surfaced showing him punching one of his constituents in the face. The incident took place in Runcorn and Helsby,...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to make an announcement in the upcoming Budget regarding the existing freeports rather than unveiling new ones, despite a previous press release from Downing Street hinting at the addition...

Labour MP Mike Amesbury has been suspended by the party after a video surfaced showing him allegedly assaulting a man. In the footage, Amesbury can be seen punching the man in the face and...

The chief prosecutor of the international criminal court allegedly responded to a formal complaint of sexual misconduct by trying to persuade the alleged victim to deny the claims, the Guardian has been told.Multiple ICC...

Rachel Reeves, the first female chancellor of the Labour party, is expected to unveil the party's first Budget in a generation. She has emphasized that tough decisions will be made due to the financial...

The Independent has obtained exclusive information regarding a Nigel Farage-inspired plan to convince Donald Trump to veto Sir Keir Starmer's controversial Chagos Islands deal. Legal advice on the deal was sent to Mr. Trump...

A father, Matthew Booth, is facing an unfair recall to prison due to false reports about his love life with the mother of his children, Abigail Vernon. Despite already serving his minimum term more...

Georgia's ruling party, Georgian Dream (GD), has emerged victorious in the recent parliamentary elections, maintaining its pro-Russia stance and hindering the country's aspirations for EU membership. Despite accusations of voter intimidation and coercion, the...

Labour has promised that the tax hikes being planned will not directly impact workers' pay, according to the education secretary. The government is gearing up to announce a significant budget next week, with expectations...

Buckingham Palace officials have updated King Charles’ work schedule amid his ongoing cancer treatment, revealing that he is set to resume his normal overseas tours next year. Despite no specific details on the state...

Georgia's opposition is in dispute over the results of the recent parliamentary election, which could determine the country's path towards either joining the European Union or aligning more closely with Russia. The ruling party,...

Rachel Reeves discussed the challenges she faces with her upcoming tax-hiking Budget in a recent article. The Chancellor emphasized that tough decisions have been made in preparation for the Budget, which is set to...

Michelle Obama delivered a powerful speech in Michigan, criticizing Donald Trump's "gross incompetence" and urging Americans to choose Kamala Harris for US president. She emphasized that Harris has proven herself capable and ready for...

Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is set to address the ongoing crisis in the Middle East following Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The situation escalated after Israel conducted attacks on military sites in Iran,...

Claire McGrath and Sam Shrewsbury are two mothers who are living through every parent's worst nightmare - the loss of their daughters to abusive partners. Their daughters, Keely Wilson and Jayden Parkinson, were both...

The upcoming election is still neck and neck, according to most polls. With such a close race, it's crucial to have reporters on the ground speaking with the people that Trump and Harris are...

Rachel Reeves has unveiled her plan to allocate £1.4 billion to revamp deteriorating schools as part of her commitment to prioritize education and childcare in the Budget. Additionally, funding for free breakfast clubs for...

Prince William recently opened up about his commitment to helping end homelessness in Britain, despite facing criticism about his privileged lifestyle and multiple residences. In a two-part ITV documentary titled Prince William: We Can...

Israel and Iran have been involved in a shadow war for years, using proxy forces, assassinations, informants, spies, and covert means to attack each other. However, this silent war has now escalated into a...

A former Labour shadow minister, Mike Amesbury, recently found himself in the midst of controversy after a video surfaced showing him in a heated exchange with a member of the public. In the footage,...