Bruno Fernandes wins PFA Player of the Year
The Independentby Alan Smith25 Aug 2026
Bruno Fernandes has been named PFA Player of the Year, with the Manchester United captain rewarded another individual gong for his record-breaking season of assists.
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top 3%Father of Navy sailor aboard USS Lincoln released from immigration custody
The Independentby Safiyah Riddle25 Aug 2026
The father of a U.S. Navy sailor who has been deployed in the Middle East for a record-breaking nine months was released from immigration detention, according to his family.
Trump’s midterm convention deemed a ‘s*** show’ with high ticket prices
The Independentby Brendan Rascius25 Aug 2026
President Donald Trump’s upcoming Republican midterm convention has been described as a trainwreck by political insiders, with concerns ranging from the exorbitant ticket prices to poor optics...
Michigan AG releases Flint water crisis report, says final accountability step her office can take
The Independentby Jacqueline Ganun and David Collins25 Aug 2026
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said a report released Tuesday on the lead-water crisis in the city is the final step her office can take toward accountability, years after a state Supreme...
Living shorelines in Maine show mixed success
The Independentby Abi Brissett25 Aug 2026
For years, Maine residents and visitors alike have flocked to Popham Beach in Phippsburg expecting to see a variety of shells, seabirds and rock outcroppings.
Dolly Parton net worth: The country legend had no kids. Where is her fortune going?
The Independentby Kevin E G Perry25 Aug 2026
Dolly Parton died with a net worth of over $450 million, according to estimates. The Queen of Country’s death at the age of 80 was announced Tuesday by her family in an emotional statement.
The Latest: Dolly Parton, iconic singer and songwriter, dies at age 80
The Independentby Via AP news wire25 Aug 2026
Dolly Parton, the iconic songwriter, singer and actor, has died. A statement from her publicist says she died peacefully Tuesday at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Sippin' (and chuggin') through the years with a party mainstay — the red Solo cup
The Independentby Josh Hoffner25 Aug 2026
It’s red. It’s soft plastic. And it probably contains your favorite beverage. The red Solo cup belongs on any list of the country’s most distinctly American objects, but it’s actually more than a...
Do you own the rare penny valued at $600,000?
The Independentby Rachel Dobkin25 Aug 2026
Start rummaging through your junk drawers and between your couch cushions; you may own a rare penny worth up to $600,000.
Wisconsin district attorney declines to charge Elon Musk over $1M election giveaways
The Independentby Scott Bauer25 Aug 2026
Elon Musk will not be prosecuted for offering $1 million to voters during the 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court race, after a state prosecutor concluded Tuesday that no jury would find the pledge...
United reveals new routes in biggest international expansion yet
The Independentby Erin Keller25 Aug 2026
United Airlines is adding 10 new international destinations in its biggest global expansion yet, giving travelers more nonstop options to Europe and Asia beginning in 2027.
Trump official refuses to say where foreign beef to lower prices is coming from
The Independentby Josh Marcus25 Aug 2026
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has refused to say which countries the Trump administration is relying on for its plan to temporarily surge beef imports into the U.S.
Dolly Parton, beloved Queen of Country who sang ‘Jolene’ and ‘9 to 5’, dies at 80
The Independentby Jacob Stolworthy and Kevin E G Perry25 Aug 2026
Dolly Parton, who was born in a two-room log cabin and rose to become the world’s wealthiest country music star with timeless hits including “9 to 5” and “Jolene,” has died aged 80.
Dolly Parton death latest: Queen of country dies aged 80 after health battle
The Independentby Ellie Muir and Carsen Holaday25 Aug 2026
Dolly Parton, the Queen of Country music, has died aged 80. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, announced the news on behalf of the family on Tuesday, saying: “This video announcement is something Dolly...
Dolly Parton’s family statement in full on death of the country music legend
The Independentby Brittney Donovan25 Aug 2026
Dolly Parton’s family announced her death in an emotional video posted to her Instagram page on Tuesday. The country music legend died at age 80 after battling undisclosed health issues.
Dolly Parton, beloved music and film icon known for her personality and songwriting, dies at 80
The Independentby Kristin M. Hall25 Aug 2026
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom...
CIA director ‘makes short visit to Moscow’ with no explanation from Kremlin or Trump
The Independentby Maira Butt and Alastair Jamieson25 Aug 2026
CIA director John Ratcliffe made a short visit to Moscow on Tuesday to meet with Russian officials for talks not announced by the White House or the Kremlin, according to multiple US reports.
Elon Musk's space company to build new rocket launching site in Louisiana
The Independentby Stephen Smith and Sudhin Thanawala25 Aug 2026
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced Tuesday. Louisiana Gov.
Trump’s DOJ says Kennedy Center might be demolished if his name can’t be on it
The Independentby Alex Woodward25 Aug 2026
In its latest dramatic attempt to keep Donald Trump’s name on the building, the Department of Justice floated the idea of demolishing the Kennedy Center altogether.
Jeanine Pirro faces bar complaint over attempt to charge Democratic lawmakers
The Independentby Michael Kunzelman25 Aug 2026
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro and two deputies have been accused of ethical violations in bar complaints filed Tuesday by a legal watchdog.