Deadly Middlesbrough house fire and A66 crash not linked, say police
The Independentby Bryony Gooch·28 Aug 2026
A house fire in Middlesbrough that killed two people and a crash on the nearby A66 last weekend, which left seven people dead, are not being treated as linked by police.
Ola Jordan endured her ‘darkest days’ after split with James
The Independentby Carla Feric·28 Aug 2026
Ola Jordan has spoken out about enduring her "darkest days" following her separation from husband James, acknowledging that "life has changed in ways I never expected".
New study reveals hidden risk of going sugar-free
The Independentby Guy Guppy·28 Aug 2026
Cutting all sugar from your diet sounds like the healthy thing to do. But a recent study suggests it may do more harm than good. Instead of improving metabolic health, it appears to make it worse.
US targets Egyptian bank's UAE branches under new push for Iran's economic isolation
The Independentby Fatima Hussein and Farnoush Amiri·28 Aug 2026
The Trump administration is taking steps to limit an Egyptian bank's operations in the United Arab Emirates, accusing the financial institution of serving as an economic lifeline to Tehran's...
The leading risk factor for cancer – and it’s not smoking, alcohol or the sun
The Independentby Kristen Haase and Shabbir Alibhai·28 Aug 2026
If you were to ask most people what causes cancer, the answer would probably be smoking, alcohol, the sun, hair dye or some other avoidable element.
First look as new Oceania Sonata cruise ship floats out
The Independentby Marc Shoffman·28 Aug 2026
Oceania Cruises has tested out its new class of cruise ship on the water for the first time. Oceania Sonata was floated out at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy this week, marking the...
Miss USA 2026 reacts after becoming first mother ever to win pageant
The Independentby Ellie Muir·28 Aug 2026
Miss USA 2026 has spoken out after becoming the first mother to win the competition. The 75th edition of the national beauty pageant crowned Miss Virginia USA 2026, 31-year-old Justus Kelley, as...
Moses Itauma aims to ‘start off like Mike Tyson’ but avoid the pitfalls of fame
The Independentby Duncan Bech·28 Aug 2026
Moses Itauma aims to emulate Mike Tyson by conquering the heavyweight division while avoiding the hazards of early stardom that contributed to his downfall.
Extend your summer with Virgin Atlantic Holidays
The Independentby The Independent·28 Aug 2026
If you're not ready to say goodbye to the sun, escape the chillier climes, drizzly spells and shorter days this winter by booking a dream trip with Virgin Atlantic Holidays.
Garth Brooks’ daughter’s Dolly Parton tribute sparks debate over how fans mourn stars
The Independentby Caitlin Hornik·28 Aug 2026
Garth Brooks’ daughter has sparked controversy with her tribute post to the Queen of Country, Dolly Parton.
Teacher sets up ‘fart corner’ for her students - and the internet has a field day
The Independentby Erin Keller·28 Aug 2026
When nature calls in one Georgia classroom, students have a designated place to answer: the fart corner.
Xabi Alonso wants players with ‘desire to play’ amid Enzo Fernandez speculation
The Independentby Robert O'Connor·28 Aug 2026
Xabi Alonso said he wants players that “feel a desire to play” for Chelsea after Enzo Fernandez was left out of the squad for Thursday’s win over Luton.
Saturday racing tips: Best bets and odds on Goodwood
The Independentby Jonathan Doidge·28 Aug 2026
Saturday’s tips - Forty Years On (Goodwood, 14.00) – 2pts win @ 11/4 (BetVictor) - High Degree (Goodwood, 14.35) – 1pt win @ 5/2 (Ladbrokes) - Zavateri (Goodwood, 15.10) – 2pts win @ 9/4 (bet365) -...
Moses Itauma promoter claims opponents want ‘quadruple the money’ to box young star
The Independentby Alex Pattle·28 Aug 2026
Promoter George Warren has said heavyweights, when presented with the prospect of boxing Moses Itauma, want “quadruple the money” they would usually earn.
Scientists unleash army of octopuses to fight off blue crab invasion
The Independentby Frankie Lister-Fell·28 Aug 2026
An army of octopus have been released in Italian waters to tackle a destructive influx of blue crabs.
World’s ‘youngest king’ dies aged 34 after secret illness
The Independentby Rodney Muhumuza·28 Aug 2026
Oyo Nyimba, a Ugandan tribal monarch who captivated world leaders after ascending to his ancient throne as a toddler, has died at the age of 34.
Before-and-after photos offer more clues into cause of Nepal floods
The Independentby Jennifer McDermott·28 Aug 2026
Earth scientists have been analysing satellite images to evaluate the destruction and determine what triggered devastating floods along the border between Nepal and China, while emergency crews...
Four men plead guilty to destroying Jewish community ambulances in arson attack
The Independentby Emily Pennink and Georgia Bates·28 Aug 2026
Four men have pleaded guilty to destroying four Jewish community ambulances in an arson attack earlier this year.
Asda returns to growth for the first time in two years
The Independentby Henry Saker-Clark·28 Aug 2026
Asda has revealed that sales are on track to grow for the first time in two years, despite pressure on household budgets caused by the broader economic environment.
Everything Apple will reveal at iPhone launch – and the important thing it won’t
The Independentby Andrew Griffin·28 Aug 2026
Apple has finally revealed when it will launch its new iPhones. The online event – named “Surprise and Shine” – will be held on 9 September, at 10am local pacific time or 6pm in the UK.
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