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5 hours ago

Sewage spilled into English rivers, seas and lakes once every two minutes in 2025

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1 day ago

Deaths in the Channel soared after signing of UK-France deal, report warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues like reproductive rights and migration, emphasizing the importance of accessible news.
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1 day ago

Your money questions answered: Mortgages, ISAs and what to do before 5 April

The Independent provides timely reporting on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by reader donations.
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5 hours ago

Sewage spilled into English rivers, seas and lakes once every two minutes in 2025

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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1 hour ago

NS&I boss leaves bank over missing savings scandal

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4 hours ago

The shocking rise of mortgage costs since Iran war and when they might go down

The Independent provides timely reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights and economic impacts of global events, emphasizing accessible journalism.
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17 hours ago

Metropolitan Police to restart arrests of Palestine Action protesters

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Deaths in the Channel soared after signing of UK-France deal, report warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues like reproductive rights and migration, emphasizing the importance of accessible news.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Your money questions answered: Mortgages, ISAs and what to do before 5 April

The Independent provides timely reporting on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by reader donations.
#journalism
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

UK defence and alliances keep UK safe' against Iranian missiles insists minister

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2 days ago

Motorists face Easter holiday getaway disruption amid emergency traffic measures

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3 hours ago

Mayor incredibly apologetic' for online posts on ambulance attack

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6 hours ago

UK weather: Wintry showers and chilly winds set to welcome British Summer Time

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17 hours ago

Lewis Hall hopes to miss another summer of village cricket due to World Cup call

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2 days ago

Vets now have to publish price lists and cap prescription fees by law

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2 days ago

UK defence and alliances keep UK safe' against Iranian missiles insists minister

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Motorists face Easter holiday getaway disruption amid emergency traffic measures

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#manslaughter
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Man found guilty of killing mother-of-two found in woodland shallow grave

Mohammed Durnion was found guilty of manslaughter for strangling Reanne Coulson and burying her body, but cleared of murder.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Man found guilty of killing mother-of-two found in woodland shallow grave

Mohammed Durnion was found guilty of manslaughter for strangling Reanne Coulson and burying her body, but cleared of murder.
#social-media
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fromTheregister
6 hours ago

UK's teen social media ban gets first reality check

The UK government is trialing social media restrictions for under-16s with 300 families to assess impacts on family life and schoolwork.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Hundreds of UK teenagers to trial six-week social media curbs for major study

UK teenagers will trial social media bans and restrictions to assess their impact on daily life and wellbeing.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers

The UK government is trialing social media restrictions for teenagers to assess their impact on online safety.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

UK facing biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of major economies

The UK faces the largest growth hit from the Iran war among G20 economies, with growth forecasted at 0.7% and inflation at 4%.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

UK factory costs surge at fastest rate since black wednesday amid energy shock

UK factory costs have surged due to rising energy prices linked to the Middle East conflict, threatening to reignite inflation.
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fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 as markets reel from energy shock

UK government borrowing costs have surged due to rising energy prices, inflation fears, and fiscal pressures from the Middle East conflict.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

UK facing biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of major economies

The UK faces the largest growth hit from the Iran war among G20 economies, with growth forecasted at 0.7% and inflation at 4%.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

UK factory costs surge at fastest rate since black wednesday amid energy shock

UK factory costs have surged due to rising energy prices linked to the Middle East conflict, threatening to reignite inflation.
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fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 as markets reel from energy shock

UK government borrowing costs have surged due to rising energy prices, inflation fears, and fiscal pressures from the Middle East conflict.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

NS&I preparing to repay hundreds of millions of pounds over missing savings

National Savings and Investments is preparing to repay hundreds of millions of pounds to its customers over missing savings, in what is expected to be the single biggest payout in the bank's 160-year history.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Taxation and the Future of Regulated UK Betting Sites

The specific adjustments introduced by the Treasury are among the most aggressive in the global market, with remote gaming duty set to nearly double, jumping from 21% to a staggering 40%.
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fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago

Man (50s) seriously assaulted in Limerick city on St Patricks Day dies in hospital

A man in his 50s was found injured on O'Dwyer Bridge and later died; three men in their 20s have been charged.
#murder-trial
fromIndependent
10 hours ago
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'We let him go into her, that sticks with me' - Natalie McNally's father says allowing killer alone with her coffin still haunts family

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

The YouTuber who tried to get away with murder by live streaming' Grand Theft Auto

Stephen McCullagh's alibi during the murder trial of Natalie McNally centers on his livestreaming activities at the time of her death.
fromIndependent
10 hours ago
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'We let him go into her, that sticks with me' - Natalie McNally's father says allowing killer alone with her coffin still haunts family

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

The YouTuber who tried to get away with murder by live streaming' Grand Theft Auto

Stephen McCullagh's alibi during the murder trial of Natalie McNally centers on his livestreaming activities at the time of her death.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

How UK councils plan to make streets safer for women and girls

New guidance aims to improve street safety for women in the UK after a survey shows high levels of fear walking at night.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
21 hours ago

Headteacher banned from classroom after using school credit card to pay train fares

A headteacher in England was banned for misusing school credit cards for personal expenses over three years.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

NHS dentistry is rotting. Will the plan to fix it work?

Long queues for NHS dental services highlight a crisis in access to dental care in the UK.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

The first female Archbishop of Canterbury is being installed. Here's what to know

Dame Sarah Mullally will be installed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, marking a historic moment for the Church of England.
fromIrish Independent
17 hours ago

Watchdog probing force's handling of sex abuse reports made against Andrew Tate

We are grateful that the IOPC has taken steps to investigate potential issues with how our reports were handled. From the beginning, all we have wanted is for our cases and the evidence to be fully and fairly considered by those with the power to do so.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Reeves warns of significant' impact of Iran war on economy as prices to soar: Latest

The outlook for inflation has significantly changed due to the Middle East conflict, raising concerns for the Bank of England.
#uk-inflation
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

UK inflation holds at 3% ahead of expected post-war price surge

UK inflation remained at 3% in February, but rising global energy prices may lead to increased inflation in the coming months.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

UK inflation holds at 3% ahead of expected post-war price surge

UK inflation remained at 3% in February, but rising global energy prices may lead to increased inflation in the coming months.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Palestine Action hunger strikers to sue prisons over alleged mistreatment

Activists plan legal action against UK prisons for alleged mistreatment during hunger strike and ongoing medical issues post-release.
fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Doctors announce six-day strike as talks break down

The British Medical Association announced that resident doctors will stage a six-day strike in England, marking the longest single walkout in the ongoing dispute over pay and job shortages.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Five million views, 42k subscribers and a life sentence: Inside Stephen McCullagh's YouTube world that led to his undoing

Stephen McCullagh gained 100 subscribers and 67,000 views on YouTube during his trial, despite being suspended from the Partner Programme.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

The Indo Daily: Black Widow Part 1 - The murder of Tom Nevin and the birth of one of Ireland's most notorious criminal cases

Catherine Nevin claimed that a hooded man had threatened her with a weapon, tied her up, and ransacked the pub, leading to her husband's murder.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Two arrested over London Jewish ambulance arson

Four ambulances operated by Hatzola, a volunteer emergency service in Golders Green, were set on fire, with gas canisters inside the vehicles exploding and prompting evacuations from nearby homes.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

'Everyone is looking over their shoulder' - fear in Edenderry after latest fire death

A man was killed in a house fire where a child and his grand-aunt previously died.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

UK warned it needs to drill in North Sea amid global instability

The UK must increase domestic oil and gas production to ensure energy security and reduce dependence on imports.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Troubled UK bank fined 2 million for misleading financial watchdog

The Bank of England fined the Bank of London £2 million for misleading regulators and failing to act with integrity amid financial difficulties.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK defence firms bleeding cash' as delayed spending plan leaves industry in paralysis'

Defence manufacturers face severe challenges due to delays in the UK military spending plan, leading to business failures and industry paralysis.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Amount of AI-generated child sexual abuse material found online surged in 2025

AI-generated child sexual abuse material increased by 14% last year, with a significant rise in extreme content, according to the Internet Watch Foundation.
#fuel-prices
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Diesel prices spike to three-year high as Middle East crisis hit motorists

Rising fuel prices are significantly impacting households, with diesel and petrol costs reaching their highest levels in years due to ongoing conflicts.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Boy, 15, who filmed teen throwing chair off Westfield Stratford balcony in 'social media prank' guilty

Two boys were arrested for throwing a chair from a second-floor balcony, risking serious injury to shoppers below.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

They singled out non-white, foreign-born workers': the restaurants raided by Britain's version of ICE

Immigration officers conducted a surprise raid on Mandira's Kitchen in England, questioning staff without a warrant amid a crackdown on illegal working.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ministers rebuff trade body's call to boost North Sea oil and gas production

The UK government dismisses warnings about increasing reliance on energy imports amid global instability and calls for more domestic oil and gas production.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Tonne of cocaine shipped from Panama valued at 80m seized by UK Border Force

This was a fantastic seizure by our colleagues at Border Force, and taking this amount of cocaine out of circulation will have deprived the organised criminals involved of millions in profits.
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fromKotaku
2 days ago

YouTuber Who Faked GTA Livestream To Murder Partner Found Guilty

A British YouTuber was found guilty of murdering his pregnant partner, using a faked livestream as an alibi.
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fromKotaku
2 days ago

YouTuber Who Faked GTA Livestream To Murder Partner Found Guilty

A British YouTuber was found guilty of murdering his pregnant partner, using a faked livestream as an alibi.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Steve Bruce's grandson died after 'unsafe sleep position'

The coroner stated that the cause of death could not be ascertained, having been placed in a prone and unsafe sleeping position. This highlights the dangers of unregulated maternity services.
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fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Authorities allege man threatened officers with knife before fatal shooting in Westminster

During that interaction, the suspect held a large knife and moved towards the officers. Officers discharged their department-issued firearms, striking the individual.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

The town named Britain's most affordable for families to buy a home

Shildon is the most affordable town for families buying homes in Britain, with a low house price-to-earnings ratio.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

FTSE 100 plunges 11% since Iran war started as stock markets continue to tumble

The FTSE 100 has entered correction territory due to a significant drop influenced by external events, particularly the ongoing Middle East conflict.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

How the Strait of Hormuz closure could affect your finances

The Strait of Hormuz disruption could significantly impact global oil and gas supplies and financial stability.
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Britain is not prepared for catastrophic space weather

The UK is not well prepared for a severe space weather event, despite some investment in developing forecasting capabilities. The government does not yet understand the full range of possible impacts and cascading effects well.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Monday briefing: What a new Guardian podcast reveals about the US justice system

The case against Alexander Villa has long been contested, with troubling questions about how his conviction was secured, including confessions that were later recanted and evidence that appears shaky or missing.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Cost of living Q&A: Get tips on mortgages, bills, savings and tax changes

The Bank of England has held rates at 3.75 percent, with global tensions including the conflict in Iran keeping inflation risks alive and delaying hoped-for cuts.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Boy admits filming Westfield chair-throwing prank

Two teenagers admitted to recklessly causing a public nuisance after filming a chair being thrown from a shopping center, narrowly missing shoppers.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Plan to scrap most short jail terms comes into effect

Under the reform, courts must stop handing out such short prison terms other than in a number of specific or exceptional circumstances. MPs passed the measure as part of the government's plan to end the population crisis in prisons.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Shooting restricted for six British wild birds to halt population decline

The new rules would restrict the shooting of species including the distinctive woodcock, and the striking pintail, goldeneye and pochard ducks, all of which are classed as under threat and have seen their populations fall sharply in recent years.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

British destroyer HMS Dragon arrives in eastern Mediterranean

HMS Dragon has arrived in the eastern Mediterranean to enhance Cyprus's defense following an Iranian drone attack on RAF Akrotiri.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Soham killer Ian Huntley to be cremated in secret' with no funeral service

Ian Huntley will not have a funeral service; his ashes will be scattered secretly by family out of respect for his victims' families.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

More than 17,000 in cash returned to gun smuggler after DPP drops money-laundering charges

Conor O'Brien, 29, was sentenced to eleven years in prison for importing military-grade firearms and ammunition, with the final year of his sentence suspended.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

This country has been our home': US family in UK threatened with detention over visa mix-up

An American family in the UK faces homelessness due to a rejected Home Office application for indefinite leave to remain.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'No law and order' after Wembley shop attacks

Business owners in Wembley are stressed and scared due to ongoing attacks on shops with no arrests made.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Foreign Office warns there's a 'high threat of terrorist attack' against Brits - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets.
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fromIndependent
3 days ago

The 'Black Axe' romance fraud boss who had 110,000 in accounts - but still avoided jail

Teddy Osayi was a key operative in a romance fraud scheme that resulted in one victim losing €45,000 and twelve others being scammed.
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