How Middlesbrough became the UK’s crime capital: ‘What the hell happens next?’
The Independentby Holly Evans·28 Aug 2026
Once a booming 19th-century powerhouse at the centre of the UK’s steel, iron and shipbuilding industry, Middlesbrough was a proud example of British business success on the north-east coast.
14 best rosé wines for every palate, tasted-tested by a wine expert
The Independentby John Clarke·28 Aug 2026
With the bank holiday just around the corner, it's little wonder bottles of the best rosé are disappearing from fridges almost as quickly as they're being opened.
How to check if your details were stolen in Manchester Airport data breach
The Independentby Rebecca Whittaker·28 Aug 2026
The personal data of more than eight million people has been accessed after a cyber security breach targeting three major UK airports.
Driverless taxi rollout delayed in London after regulatory hurdles
The Independentby Amelia Neath·28 Aug 2026
Londoners are likely to wait longer than expected to use fully driverless taxis as regulatory hurdles delay the rollout.
Survivors of Nepal’s flash floods come to grips with the death and destruction
The Independentby Alisha Rahaman Sarkar·28 Aug 2026
Bhupen Thapa was walking home in Nepal’s Rasuwa on Wednesday morning when he heard a roaring sound and then saw a torrent of brown water, sand, and debris tearing down through everything in its...
Akos Buzsaky confirms he is safe after being reported missing
The Independentby Sam Brookes·28 Aug 2026
Former Premier League midfielder Akos Buzsaky has released a statement allaying fears over his safety after being reported missing in Hungary.
Best supermarket canned wine for picnics and festivals, chosen by an expert
The Independentby Alice Reynolds·28 Aug 2026
Ideal for picnics, train journeys and festivals, canned wine is a go-to for anyone who opts for vino as their alfresco drink of choice.
Best wine at Waitrose this bank holiday, according to an expert
The Independentby Alice Reynolds·28 Aug 2026
When it comes to choosing top quality wine, supermarket shelves are nowadays one of the best places to look.
Judge blocks Trump mail ballot rules over ‘overwhelming risk’ to voters
The Independentby Nate Raymond·28 Aug 2026
A federal judge has temporarily halted key elements of a new U.S. Postal Service policy directed by President Donald Trump that would restrict mail-in voting ahead of the November congressional...
Farage demands crackdown on non-English speaking Britons voting in elections
The Independentby David Maddox·28 Aug 2026
Reform UK plans to bring in draconian new laws which could exclude millions from voting and would make it hard for non-English speakers to take part in elections.
Zara Larsson explains why she doesn’t want Grammy for Best New Artist
The Independentby Rachel McGrath·28 Aug 2026
Zara Larsson has said there’s one huge accolade she doesn’t want to win – revealing that she pushed back when her former label announced plans to submit her for next year’s Grammys.
Iraola speaks out on Liverpool’s midfield dilemma after Carragher criticism
The Independentby Sam Brookes·28 Aug 2026
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola will not restrain his squad's offensive instincts as they implement his tactical ideas, trusting them to sense danger when it develops on pitch.
Corporate America pours $646 million into midterms as election spending explodes
The Independentby Paul Farrell·28 Aug 2026
Corporate America has poured a record $646 million into U.S. political campaigns ahead of the midterms, already eclipsing spending during the entire 2024 presidential election cycle by 40 percent...
Satellite images show scale of devastation from Nepal floods
The Independentby Arpan Rai and Stuti Mishra·28 Aug 2026
Satellite images have captured the horrifying scale of the devastation caused by the flash floods in Nepal.
What triggered Nepal flash floods? And why are experts worried about a second flood?
The Independentby Stuti Mishra and Maryam Zakir-Hussain·28 Aug 2026
The Himalayan flash floods that killed at least 489 people and left over 900 missing across Nepal and Tibet were not triggered by an earthquake, contrary to initial reports, but by a glacier...
Fresh thunderstorm warnings issued for 64 areas amid flooding concerns – full list
The Independentby Nicole Wootton-Cane·28 Aug 2026
Thunderstorms and further flooding will hit parts of the UK on Friday as the Met Office issued fresh warnings for 64 areas.
Europa League draw LIVE: Bournemouth, Sunderland and Palace to learn opponents
The Independentby Michael Jones·28 Aug 2026
The draw for the Europa League takes place this afternoon with the three Premier League clubs involved in the competition discovering who they will face in the league phase of the tournament.
Jamie Vardy brings Bundesliga party to YouTube with Leicester icon to host live games
The Independentby Sam Brookes·28 Aug 2026
Jamie Vardy is set to host live German top-flight football coverage on YouTube this season. The former Leicester and England forward, 39, will lead broadcasts for seven Bundesliga fixtures on his...
What it’s really like training like an Olympic champion
The Independentby Flo Clifford·28 Aug 2026
I’d thought that pre-sports day nerves wouldn’t really be a feature of adult life, but as I arrive at the imposing door of a luxurious hotel in Knightsbridge, I feel those familiar knots in my...
Five signs your child is struggling back at school and how to help
The Independentby Lisa Salmon·28 Aug 2026
While the end of the summer holidays often brings welcome structure for parents, the return to the classroom can be a difficult adjustment for pupils.
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