Experts reveal whether the Scandinavian sleep method works
The Independentby Ellie Muir·24 Aug 2026
Getting a good night’s sleep is the key to a successful day ahead. But if you share a bed with a partner, your quality of sleep can be easily disrupted by their nighttime habits, too.
Uganda and Burundi military officials visit Israel to discuss Gaza troop deployment
The Independentby Joseph Falzetta and Sam Mednick·24 Aug 2026
Military officials from Uganda and Burundi visited Israel last week to discuss deploying troops to Gaza as part of an international security force envisioned by U.S.
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren't sold
The Independentby Heather Hollingsworth·24 Aug 2026
Giles Sims, 34, was sick of getting passed over for jobs because he didn’t have a college degree. But with a wife and a widowed mother to help support, he needed a quick solution.
What to Stream: Alabama Shakes, 'The Whisper Man,' 'Leanne' and 'Star Wars Zero Company'
The Independentby The Associated Press·24 Aug 2026
“The Whisper Man” film adaptation and a new album from the Alabama Shakes are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
Iran warns of ‘earthquake-like’ retaliation as Trump’s economic D-Day arrives: Live
The Independentby Nicole Wootton-Cane·24 Aug 2026
Donald Trump’s administration is set to lay out a programme of sanctions against Iran it has dubbed “economic D-Day”, despite warnings from Tehran that this will be met with an immediate response.
Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobs
The Independentby Chan Ho-Him and Fu Ting·24 Aug 2026
Computer programmer Fei Zhaojun's boss asked him if artificial intelligence could soon replace humans in coding jobs.
DHS officials launch scathing attack on Trump’s pick to lead ICE as nomination stalls
The Independentby Bruce Golding·24 Aug 2026
Department of Homeland Security officials are reportedly up in arms over President Donald Trump's controversial choice to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement — as his nomination remains in...
Sean Grayson, former Illinois deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey, dies in prison, lawyer says
The Independentby Via AP news wire·24 Aug 2026
Sean Grayson, a former Illinois sheriff’s deputy whose fatal shooting of Sonya Massey inside her home became a flashpoint over police use of force, died Sunday while serving a 20-year prison...
UEFA president Ceferin says he won't run against FIFA president but calls for Infantino to quit
The Independentby Via AP news wire·24 Aug 2026
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin says he won't run against FIFA President Gianni Infantino but warned the beleaguered head of world soccer that he must either quit or face a leadership challenge...
Andy Burnham to double down on support for Ukraine in first foreign trip to Kyiv
The Independentby Athena Stavrou·23 Aug 2026
Andy Burnham has promised Britain is “100 per cent behind” Ukraine as he visits Kyiv on his first foreign trip to mark the country’s independence day.
Back-to-school a key time of year for parents to do financial homework – survey
The Independentby Vicky Shaw·23 Aug 2026
More than a quarter of parents say the back-to-school period after the summer holidays prompts them to consider doing some of their own financial homework, a survey indicates.
Young people looking to ‘AI-proof’ trade jobs while employers want human skills
The Independentby Anna Wise·23 Aug 2026
Young people are increasingly showing interest in “AI-proof” trade jobs while employers are placing more weight on interpersonal skills, bosses said.
Commuter belt house price hot and cold spots revealed by Rightmove
The Independentby Vicky Shaw·23 Aug 2026
Average house prices in commuter hotspots in more affordable parts of Britain are rising at a faster percentage rate than those in some pricier areas, according to a property website.
Morrisons commits to price pledge against top supermarket rivals
The Independentby Henry Saker-Clark·23 Aug 2026
Morrisons has pledged to customers that it will not be beaten on price by its biggest supermarket rivals on hundreds of everyday products.
Energy complaints handled by ombudsman jump 16% amid cost pressures
The Independentby Holly Williams·23 Aug 2026
Energy complaints taken on by the industry ombudsman surged by 16% in the first half of 2026 as billing concerns disputes soared amid pressures on household finances, the latest figures have shown.
Average loss to impersonation scams is up by 10% in a year, says Lloyds
The Independentby Vicky Shaw·23 Aug 2026
Impersonation scam victims lost £3,516 on average in the past year, marking a 10% increase compared with a typical loss of £3,200 a year earlier, according to data from Lloyds.
Experts name busiest day on roads for upcoming bank holiday weekend
The Independentby Neil Lancefield·23 Aug 2026
Motoring experts have calculated which day of the upcoming bank holiday weekend is set to be the busiest on the roads.
New once-daily weight loss pill now available in pharmacies across UK
The Independentby Storm Newton·23 Aug 2026
A new daily pill to manage diabetes and assist with weight loss will be available at pharmacies across the UK from Monday.
Trump’s inner circle joins president and Melania for Freedom 250 Grand Prix
The Independentby Ariana Baio·23 Aug 2026
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump were joined by family members, MAGA allies and White House staffers for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix Sunday— including devoted executive assistant...
Doctor who reportedly studied violent teens killed in alleged plot involving daughter
The Independentby Isabel Keane·23 Aug 2026
An Ohio doctor who reportedly once published a paper on “violent and homicidal” adolescents and what leads teens to kill was allegedly shot dead by her 18-year-old daughter’s boyfriend and his...
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