Infantino open to an independent FIFA governance review after backlash over failed project
The Independentby Carlos Rodriguez·21d ago
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has indicated he'd be open to an independent review of its governance system and signaled a willingness to consider reforms.
Scientists uncover why meningitis B outbreak in Kent was so dangerous
The Independentby Storm Newton·21d ago
Scientists have identified the reasons why the bacterial strain that caused a fatal meningitis B outbreak in Kent was so dangerous.
Judge won't block Trump administration from giving SpaceX acres of wildlife refuge in land swap
The Independentby Via AP news wire·21d ago
A federal judge on Monday refused to block the Trump administration from giving SpaceX more than 700 acres (280 hectares) of wildlife refuge as part of a land swap in Texas, while environmental...
Asking a doctor for a second opinion to be easier as Martha’s Rule extended to A&Es
The Independentby Jane Kirby·21d ago
Patients, families and healthcare staff across England will soon find it much easier to request a second opinion as Martha’s Rule expands into hospital accident and emergency departments (A&Es).
ADHD and autism PIP claims soaring among teens in richest areas of the UK
The Independentby Aine Fox·21d ago
England’s most affluent areas have recorded the fastest increase in young people receiving disability benefits for ADHD and autism, according to a new analysis.
Household electricity bills could fall if time-varying prices promoted – report
The Independentby Josie Clarke·21d ago
Household electricity bills could fall if the Government promoted the take-up of time-varying prices, according to a report.
Nurse shortages leading to patients with ‘brain bleeds and broken bones’, says report
The Independentby Ella Pickover·21d ago
Severe nurse shortages are leaving unwell individuals "waiting hours" to receive pain relief while others are "deteriorating needlessly", experts have warned.
People seeking debt help urged to watch out for these ‘red flags’
The Independentby Vicky Shaw·21d ago
People seeking help with debts are being urged to watch out for “red flags” that could potentially make their issues worse.
Britain’s nightlife returns to growth but 29% of venues disappear post-Covid
The Independentby Anna Wise·21d ago
Nightclubs and bars have returned to growth for the first time in more than a year, but a trade body said early signs of stability come after the late-night industry has shrunk by more than a...
NHS could save 20,000 lives a year by improving productivity, new report reveals
The Independentby Rebecca Thomas and Jane Kirby·21d ago
The NHS could avoid up to 20,600 deaths each year with its current funding if it were more productive, a new think tank report has said.
New law will see right to bereavement leave to cover miscarriages and terminations
The Independentby Jonathan Bunn·21d ago
Employees grieving a loss during early pregnancy or the death of a relative are set to gain statutory time off under expanded rules outlined by the government.
Energy bills could fall if households use electricity at the cheaper times
The Independentby Josie Clarke·21d ago
Energy bills for British households could be reduced if the Government encouraged the widespread adoption of flexible, time-varying tariffs, a major new report has suggested.
Kentucky man who took home $167 million lottery jackpot is arrested again
The Independentby Isabel Keane·21d ago
A Kentucky man who won a $167.3 million Powerball jackpot — the largest prize in the state’s history — was arrested for the fifth time since claiming his earnings last year.
Manchester to host G20 summit in 2027 with Burnham to welcome major world leaders
The Independentby David Hughes and Kate Devlin·21d ago
Global leaders including Donald Trump are to be invited to Manchester next year as the UK hosts the G20 summit of advanced economies.
Melania’s office credentialed CNN despite her husband’s ban on the outlet: report
The Independentby Brendan Rascius·21d ago
Days after President Donald Trump banned CNN from the White House, First Lady Melania Trump’s office approved a request from the outlet to cover an upcoming event with her in New York City.
Charges to be dropped against 5 pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford after mistrial
The Independentby Jamie Stengle·21d ago
Five pro-Palestinian demonstrators whose trial earlier this year over a 2024 protest at Stanford University ended in a mistrial will have their charges dismissed if they complete community service...
Trump-charmer Mamdani turns raging president into docile guest at Gracie Mansion
The Independentby Alex Woodward·21d ago
Donald Trump once again heaped praise on Zohran Mamdani during an appearance at Gracie Mansion on Monday following an hourlong closed-door meeting between the president and New York City’s mayor.
These US cities have had more 100-degree days than ever this year
The Independentby Julia Musto·21d ago
This summer was America’s hottest yet — and a new troubling analysis reveals several cities have seen more triple-digit temperature days than ever in 2026.
Our people-pleasing PM faces his ultimate challenge in Donald Trump
The Independentby Editorial·21d ago
The least of Andy Burnham’s worries as he prepares for the UN General Assembly in New York, and his first meeting with Donald Trump, is what he has said about the US president in the past.
Burnham targets Trump reset with new defence and AI pact
The Independentby Kate Devlin and David Maddox·21d ago
Britain and the United States have made history by firing the first torpedo from an unmanned undersea drone, the government has revealed on the eve of Andy Burnham’s first meeting with Donald...
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