Tesla has recalled nearly three million vehicles in China over door handles
The Independentby Chan Ho-Him and Fu Ting·24 Aug 2026
Chinese regulators announced on Friday that Tesla and domestic automakers are issuing a massive recall affecting more than 4 million cars, primarily due to door-handle safety issues.
Scheffler reveals hand, foot and mouth disease diagnosis ahead of FedEx Cup finale
The Independentby Sam Brookes·24 Aug 2026
World number one Scottie Scheffler is prioritising his recovery before this week’s season-ending Tour Championship, where he hopes to claim a second FedExCup title following a diagnosis of hand...
Couples with children should be married, Reform UK’s deputy leader says
The Independentby Athena Stavrou·24 Aug 2026
Reform UK’s deputy leader has said that couples with children should be married “in an ideal world” and that having “British-born children” should be encouraged.
China abruptly u-turns on rocket mission to find water on the moon
The Independentby Andrew Griffin·24 Aug 2026
China has abruptly postponed its Chang'e-7 lunar mission, an ambitious plan to explore the Moon’s surface including a search for water rice.
Man killed in A66 crash was awaiting trial over alleged assault on police officer
The Independentby Rich Amofa·24 Aug 2026
One of the men killed in the A66 crash was awaiting trial over alleged crimes against police officers, court records show.
Indonesia intensifies aerial firefighting as forest fires scorch multiple provinces
The Independentby Niniek Karmini·24 Aug 2026
Indonesia on Monday intensified ground and aerial firefighting operations as huge blazes in central and western parts of the country scorched thousands of hectares of forests and peatland, created...
Police issue warning over viral ‘Cat in the Hat’ social media trend
The Independentby Alex Ross·24 Aug 2026
Police forces have responded to an online craze showing Dr Seuss’ famous Cat in the Hat character on streets across the UK and Ireland.
Athens has a new must-have souvenir as the city gets busier and hotter
The Independentby Derek Gatopoulos·24 Aug 2026
Visitors heading up the hill to the Acropolis are wearing headwear of every kind under the harsh sun, from straw boaters and Panamas to baseball caps and bucket hats.
Father of three slain children takes psychologist to court over withheld records
The Independentby Paul Farrell·24 Aug 2026
The father of three young children killed by their mother is asking a judge to force a psychologist who evaluated her to turn over records that he says could be central to his lawsuit against Los...
Domino’s launches pizza delivery service for train passengers
The Independentby Lizzie Edmonds·24 Aug 2026
Britons travelling by train this Bank Holiday weekend will be able to order a Domino's pizza directly to their seats.
Handre Pollard and Siya Kolisi recalled as Springboks ring changes for second Test
The Independentby Harry Latham-Coyle·24 Aug 2026
Captain Siya Kolisi is set to be recalled to the South Africa side bidding to hit back in the second Test against New Zealand, with Handre Pollard preferred to Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu at fly...
Thames Water lenders plan board overhaul if rescue bid approved
The Independentby Holly Williams·24 Aug 2026
Thames Water’s creditors have revealed plans to appoint four new directors to the board of the stricken supplier if their rescue bid is given the green light to avoid it being nationalised.
Dutch football shame as fireworks thrown by Feyenoord fans injure rival supporters
The Independentby Mark Gleeson·24 Aug 2026
Supporters of Dutch club SC Cambuur suffered burns, hearing damage and eye injuries when visiting Feyenoord fans threw fireworks during Sunday's league fixture in Leeuwarden.
Man who died in Middlesbrough car crash filmed himself joyriding
The Independentby Harriette Boucher·24 Aug 2026
One of the seven men killed in a “devastating” car crash near Middlesbrough on Saturday had previously shared videos of himself joyriding on social media.
Time-saving gadgets for the home and outdoors
The Independentby The Independent·24 Aug 2026
The best gadgets solve problems, save time and make everyday activities more enjoyable, and our pick of the latest kit ensures exactly that, bringing added convenience, comfort and efficiency to...
Mapped: Where thunderstorms could hit UK this week
The Independentby Rebecca Whittaker·24 Aug 2026
Unsettled weather, longer spells of rain and a chance of thunderstorms is expected in the UK as August draws to an end.
Andy Burnham surprises newlyweds with video message after bride’s request
The Independentby Albert Toth·24 Aug 2026
Andy Burnham surprised a newlywed couple with a special message after the bride asked him to avoid No 10 North on their wedding day.
Shark attack survivor says daughter gave her strength to fight for life
The Independentby Namita Singh·24 Aug 2026
An Australian woman who lost an arm in a shark attack said thoughts of her young daughter drove her to fight for her life as she faced the "monster".
Burnham says Britain will be ‘bolder’ in building closer ties with EU
The Independentby Harry Taylor·24 Aug 2026
Andy Burnham has suggested that Britain plans to take a "bolder" approach towards forging closer relations with the European Union.
Why Moses Itauma can be the perfect antidote to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua
The Independentby Alex Pattle·24 Aug 2026
So often, sport moves cyclically. Barely a month ago, Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury showed in no uncertain terms, through waned performances in faraway lands, that they are at the end.
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