Ukrainian commander decorated after speeding through ‘kill zone’ to save troops
The Independentby Dan Peleschuk and Vitalii Hnidyi·26 Aug 2026
Ukrainian commander Vladyslav Polskyi knew he had to do something when he saw two wounded fighters stranded on the battlefield — one of them still strapped to a land drone immobilized by a Russian...
Running more effective for sleep loss than a short nap, study finds
The Independentby Albert Toth·26 Aug 2026
A new study has found a surprising way for struggling sleepers to boost their energy levels, suggesting it may be better to hit the pavement instead of the hay.
Tottenham set to sign another Man City star after Omar Marmoush deal agreed
The Independentby Richard Jolly and Andy Hampson·26 Aug 2026
Tottenham have agreed a season-long loan deal with Manchester City for forward Omar Marmoush, with an obligation to buy the player for £60 million next year.
Good Energy launches 10-year solar finance as energy bills set to rise
The Independentby Jeff Meyer·26 Aug 2026
Good Energy has launched a new solar panel finance scheme that allows homeowners to pay a 25 per cent deposit and spread the remaining cost over as long as 10 years.
Credit score firm rolls out major ratings overhaul - what you need to know
The Independentby Karl Matchett·26 Aug 2026
A second major credit score firm has announced significant changes to its system, including the number consumers see on their file and the data used to assess them.
A Wildberries depot in Russia is hit again and destroyed as Ukraine extends its drone campaign
The Independentby The Associated Press·26 Aug 2026
Ukrainian long-range drones struck a major warehouse belonging to Russia’s biggest online retailer for the second time in just over a month, starting a massive fire that destroyed it completely...
NHS shingles jab could lower risk of stroke and heart attacks
The Independentby Storm Newton·26 Aug 2026
Fresh research indicates that the shingles vaccination currently administered by the NHS could significantly reduce the likelihood of suffering from stroke, heart failure and heart disease.
Mapped: Where thunderstorms and 75mm of rain could hit UK this week
The Independentby Rebecca Whittaker and Bryony Gooch·26 Aug 2026
Thunderstorms and heavy rain will move across the UK as wet and unsettled conditions put an end to a hot and dry summer.
Dolly Parton: A life in quotes
The Independentby Maria Sherman·26 Aug 2026
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who rose from a humble Tennessee log cabin to global stardom through her distinct vibrato, evocative songwriting, and memorable costumes, has died at the age of...
I swapped my tablet for the reMarkable paper pure and I’m never looking back
The Independentby David Phelan·26 Aug 2026
I hate to say it, but I’ve started to forget how to write. While there’s always been something so satisfying about putting pen to paper, it’s an art form I’ve lost over the years thanks to my...
Dolly Parton named the song she wanted at her funeral more than a decade ago
The Independentby Tom Murray·26 Aug 2026
Plans for Dolly Parton’s funeral are already in place following the country icon’s death at 80 on Tuesday.
New sleeper train connecting Brussels, Amsterdam and Copenhagen to launch
The Independentby Amelia Neath·26 Aug 2026
A new sleeper train is set to launch between Belgium, the Netherlands and Sweden in spring 2028. Railway company European Sleeper has announced it is expanding its overnight train network into...
Inside Israeli policy to ‘justify’ lethal actions in deadly attacks on Gaza civilians
The Independentby Bel Trew·26 Aug 2026
The Israeli military uses a de facto policy of “retrospective incrimination" for high-profile attacks that kill a large number of civilians without a clear military objective in Gaza, including...
Shein’s £20bn stock market float: Should you buy clothes or shares?
The Independentby Emma Lunn·26 Aug 2026
In 2026, big tech has taken up investing headlines with SpaceX joining the list of public companies and AI firms OpenAI and Anthropic likely to follow suit - but you don’t have to look at the...
I’ve found the best video doorbells for your home
The Independentby Alistair Charlton·26 Aug 2026
Installing a video doorbell is a quick and easy way to add smart security to your home. These products also offer extra convenience, since they let you answer the door from anywhere in the world...
Pastors fined for preaching loudly mid-flight and shouting ‘you will go to hell’
The Independentby Shweta Sharma·26 Aug 2026
Two pastors in South Korea have been fined 1m won (£230) each for disrupting a flight by preaching to passengers despite repeated warnings from the cabin crew.
Ooni karu 2 vs Ninja artisan: I put two top garden pizza ovens to the test
The Independentby Rachael Penn·26 Aug 2026
The top pizza ovens can help produce restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own back garden, upgrade your summer and save you a fortune on ordering takeaways.
Rising energy bills ‘difficult’ for people, Andy Burnham says
The Independentby Josie Clarke·26 Aug 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said rising energy bills are “difficult” for people after Ofgem raised its price cap by 4% to a three-year high and analysts forecast a further 9% hike from January.
Uncle Bryn’s Gavin and Stacey home is now available to book on Airbnb
The Independentby Natalie Wilson·26 Aug 2026
Gavin and Stacey fans can now book a place to cwtch in Barry, South Wales – in Uncle Bryn’s actual house.
The epic La Tomatina food fight draws thousands to a small Spanish town
The Independentby Alicia Leon and Suman Naishadham·26 Aug 2026
Thousands of revelers descended on Buñol on Wednesday for the annual La Tomatina food fight, where they were set to paint the small Spanish town red with up to 165 tons of overripe tomatoes.
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