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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Royal train to be decommissioned following decades of service

The decision to decommission the royal train reflects fiscal discipline within the royal household, prioritizing value for money over tradition and sentimental attachments.
UK news
#journalism
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Hottest day of the year to come as UK set to be warmer than Madrid

The Independent is committed to transparent journalism on critical issues without paywalls, emphasizing balanced reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Fact check: Hoax posts about killers and stabbings in local Facebook groups

Hoaxes in Facebook community groups continue to misinform locals about alarming events, despite ongoing investigations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Met Office issues 10-hour fog and travel disruption weather warning

The Independent emphasizes transparency in reporting and accessibility of journalism, relying on donations to fund their comprehensive coverage.
The Met Office has issued a yellow fog warning for northern England, with visibility dropping as low as 50 meters.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

New DWP tool will help savers recover lost pensions worth 9,000 on average

The Pensions Dashboard will help people efficiently track their pensions and combat the rising problem of lost pension pots.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Jonathan Reynolds under fire over solicitor claims on CV despite never qualifying

The Independent emphasizes the necessity for ground reporting amidst crucial US societal issues and the importance of accessible quality journalism.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Hottest day of the year to come as UK set to be warmer than Madrid

The Independent is committed to transparent journalism on critical issues without paywalls, emphasizing balanced reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Fact check: Hoax posts about killers and stabbings in local Facebook groups

Hoaxes in Facebook community groups continue to misinform locals about alarming events, despite ongoing investigations.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Met Office issues 10-hour fog and travel disruption weather warning

The Independent emphasizes transparency in reporting and accessibility of journalism, relying on donations to fund their comprehensive coverage.
The Met Office has issued a yellow fog warning for northern England, with visibility dropping as low as 50 meters.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

New DWP tool will help savers recover lost pensions worth 9,000 on average

The Pensions Dashboard will help people efficiently track their pensions and combat the rising problem of lost pension pots.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Jonathan Reynolds under fire over solicitor claims on CV despite never qualifying

The Independent emphasizes the necessity for ground reporting amidst crucial US societal issues and the importance of accessible quality journalism.
#justice
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fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
4 months ago

Man guilty of strangling partner, 80, to death in appalling' Kilburn murder

Steven Clark was found guilty of murdering Ursula Uhlemann after choking her in her flat, lying about his involvement throughout the investigation.
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fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
4 months ago

Man guilty of strangling partner, 80, to death in appalling' Kilburn murder

Steven Clark was found guilty of murdering Ursula Uhlemann after choking her in her flat, lying about his involvement throughout the investigation.
#government-policy
#police-misconduct
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Ex-Met officer in court for alleged sex offences

A former Met Police officer, David Carrick, faces serious sexual crime charges, with a trial scheduled to begin on November 3.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Ex-Met officer in court for alleged sex offences

A former Met Police officer, David Carrick, faces serious sexual crime charges, with a trial scheduled to begin on November 3.
#fraud
#crime
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Trial date set for men charged over fires at homes linked to PM

The court heard that three men are charged with arson attacks related to properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer, with trials scheduled for April 2026.
UK news
#climate-change
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Minister rejects Badenoch's claim that fine for man who set fire to Qur'an revives blasphemy laws UK politics live

Councils in England will implement strict requirements to ensure that socially necessary bus routes to locations like hospitals and schools cannot be easily altered or cancelled.
UK politics
#public-safety
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Victoria, UK's oldest polar bear, put down after health problems

Victoria was a resilient polar bear who, at 28, experienced significant health challenges, leading to the difficult decision of euthanasia by the RZSS after careful assessment.
UK news
#criminal-justice
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Student rapist 'could be one of UK's most prolific sexual predators ever'

Zhenhao Zou was convicted of serial rapes, highlighting a disturbing case of drug-facilitated sexual assault and its implications.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Student rapist 'could be one of UK's most prolific sexual predators ever'

Zhenhao Zou was convicted of serial rapes, highlighting a disturbing case of drug-facilitated sexual assault and its implications.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Primary school evacuated after student brings in a grenade for show and tell

A primary school student brought a grenade to a show and tell, prompting an evacuation and bomb disposal response.
#reproductive-rights
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

I had to borrow money during my maternity leave I felt ashamed and humiliated'

New mothers are struggling financially due to low maternity pay, leading many to take on debt during their maternity leave.
#driving-tests
#sexual-assault
UK news
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Russell Brand Charged with Rape and Sexual Assault in the UK

Russell Brand faces multiple sexual assault charges, denies wrongdoing, and suggests possible ulterior motives behind the allegations.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Russell Brand raped woman in hotel as she attended Labour Party conference, court told

Russell Brand faces serious allegations including rape and sexual assault related to incidents involving multiple women.
UK news
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Russell Brand Charged with Rape and Sexual Assault in the UK

Russell Brand faces multiple sexual assault charges, denies wrongdoing, and suggests possible ulterior motives behind the allegations.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Russell Brand raped woman in hotel as she attended Labour Party conference, court told

Russell Brand faces serious allegations including rape and sexual assault related to incidents involving multiple women.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Family business heartbroken' after dinosaurs stolen from car park

A family business has been left in a whirlwind of nightmares after two interactive animatronic dinosaurs, Rexy and Yoshi, were stolen from a car park. Tom Pruen, who owns Bristol-based company Raptors World, described the theft: 'It's just been a whirlwind of nightmares, to be honest... We're still hopeful that all that stuff will get dumped.' The incident occurred when the van containing the dinosaurs was stolen overnight at a hotel in Essex before their scheduled event.
Toronto Raptors
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Ethel from Surrey, 115, is now world's oldest living person

Ethel Caterham, born in 1909, recently became the world's oldest living person at 115 years old, having lived through significant global events and milestones.
Retirement
#retail
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Two men charged with gun offences after shot heard in Penge

Tyrone Elliott, 31, was charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, while Jordan Duncan, 30, faced similar charges following a shooting.
UK news
#peppa-pig
#sewage-pollution
fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
2 months ago

Man, 38, charged after teenage girl stabbed in Northolt

A 38-year-old man has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent after a stabbing incident in Northolt, which left a teenage girl injured.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dark chocolate Toblerone to be discontinued in UK due to changing tastes'

"While we understand that this may be disappointing for some consumers, we continue to invest in Toblerone," a Mondelez spokesperson stated regarding the product's discontinuation.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Boris Johnson's cycling vision stutters as number of bike journeys fails to rise

The number of cycle trips made per person in England has remained stagnant, raising concerns about the effectiveness of Boris Johnson's cycling initiative and funding cuts.
Bicycling
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Former Tory MSP Jamie Greene defects to Lib Dems

Jamie Greene left the Scottish Conservatives due to their shift towards a more right-wing, 'Trump-esque' approach, emphasizing his concerns about the party's direction.
UK politics
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

UK entering difficult period as country awaits Trump Liberation Day, minister warns

The UK braces for economic challenges due to Trump's tariff announcement, stressed by a Labour minister.
UK news
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Amazon Fire Stick users could face a 1,000 fine for using new feature

Using BBC channels on Amazon Fire Stick requires a TV licence, or users risk hefty fines.
#heathrow-airport
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Heathrow airport closed: What we know so far

Heathrow Airport's closure due to a fire has led to significant flight disruptions affecting over 1,300 flights worldwide.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Heathrow Airport closes all day over power outage

Heathrow Airport is closed due to a power outage linked to a nearby fire, causing significant disruption for passengers.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Heathrow airport closed: What we know so far

Heathrow Airport's closure due to a fire has led to significant flight disruptions affecting over 1,300 flights worldwide.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Heathrow Airport closes all day over power outage

Heathrow Airport is closed due to a power outage linked to a nearby fire, causing significant disruption for passengers.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

How a Walking Dead-obsessed teen who slaughtered his family plotted a school massacre

A mother's struggle with a violent son prevented a potential mass tragedy in the UK.
Nicholas Prosper's attack was intended to be a massacre, but police intervention saved lives.
#legal-trial
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Two men arrested after anti-Taliban Afghan activist attacked inside Home Office hotel

Two men arrested for assaulting anti-Taliban activist Natiq Malikzada in a Home Office asylum hotel.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Sara Sharif's killers have appeal to reduce sentences rejected

The appeals of Sara Sharif's family against life sentences for her murder were rejected, upholding the gravity of their crimes.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

DVLA bans more than 140,000 drivers from UK roads worst areas revealed

Over 140,000 drivers are banned from UK roads due to dangerous driving behaviors, a 15% increase from last year.
UK news
#thames-water
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Thames Water granted 3 billion reprieve by judge weeks before running out of money

Thames Water received a critical 3 billion reprieve to avoid financial collapse and restructure its massive debts.
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
4 months ago

Shopkeeper avoids jail after admitting locking teenage girl in off licence

Vaithilingam Poovendranathan, following a guilty plea for false imprisonment, received a suspended sentence for locking a 14-year-old girl in his shop for 10 minutes.
London
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

Lucky UK ticket holder wins 83 million in EuroMillions jackpot

A single UK ticketholder has won a staggering 83 million in the EuroMillions draw, marking the first such win in the UK for 2025.
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fromThe Verge
5 months ago

The UK government is launching a digital ID mobile app

...the overflowing drawer rammed with letters from the government and hours spent on hold...will soon be consigned to history.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

Man, 25, charged with helping Daniel Khalife after Wandsworth prison escape

Imran Chowdury, 25, has been charged with assisting Daniel Khalife after his escape from HMP Wandsworth in September 2023, following a successful nationwide manhunt.
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