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1 hour ago

Labour vows to fast-track asylum appeals as anti-migrant protests continue

Plans to accelerate asylum appeals will fast-track decisions, prioritise offenders and asylum hotel occupants, and employ trained adjudicators to reduce backlog.
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1 day ago

This trade-off isn't worth it': Working moms are leaving their jobs in droves

Working mothers are leaving the U.S. workforce in large numbers due to inadequate postpartum support, childcare pressures, and exhausting work–family trade-offs.
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4 days ago

Map: House prices climbing at fastest rate in more than a year

UK house prices rose 3.7% to £269,000 in the year to June amid a stamp duty threshold change and cooling interest rates.
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2 days ago
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Corbyn's new party in chaos as co-leaders squabble over antisemitism remark

Jeremy Corbyn responded to Zarah Sultana's criticism over his Labour leadership on antisemitism and Brexit while both confirm launch plans for a new left-wing party.
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2 days ago
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Doctor who praised Hitler allowed back to work

A tribunal ruled Dr Mili Shah fit to return to NHS work after a four-month ban over alleged antisemitic remarks referencing support for Hitler.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

The surprising trick that could help you tackle your daily chores

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
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4 days ago

Police investigate death of French online star who died during 10 day livestream

Prosecutors are investigating the death of French livestreamer Raphael Graven after a 10-day stream where he was allegedly subjected to violence and sleep deprivation.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

White House just watered down the only concession it can claim Trump won from Putin

Donald Trump appears closer than his predecessor to ending the three-year war in Ukraine amid talks with Russia and European leaders over potential territorial concessions.
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5 days ago

The suspect in a car-ramming attack on a German Christmas market is charged with murder

A 50-year-old Saudi doctor has been charged with murder, attempted murder and bodily harm after a deadly car-ramming at a Magdeburg Christmas market.
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4 days ago

Lessons for boys and girls about periods should be compulsory at school, study finds

Comprehensive menstruation education is inadequate in UK schools, with many students only receiving two lessons throughout their education.
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US politics
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5 days ago

Starmer hails real progress' on Ukraine after European leaders gather at White House

The Independent prioritizes accessible, on-the-ground journalism to cover critical issues across the political spectrum.
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5 days ago

UK at tipping point' as millionaires consider moving abroad over wealth tax fears

Some 60 per cent of British millionaires believe they would have a better life abroad, a new survey has revealed. More than half of all the 1,000 wealthy respondents also said they are more likely to consider leaving the UK if Rachel Reeves introduces a wealth tax.
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UK politics
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5 days ago

Why are St George's flags being put up in some areas and why is it controversial?

St George's and Union Jack flags have appeared and been removed in parts of Birmingham and Tower Hamlets amid controversy over their political implications.
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5 days ago

How could stamp duty and council tax be replaced with new property taxes'?

Plans for a new proportional property tax in the UK aim to replace stamp duty and revamp council tax system.
UK politics
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5 days ago

A 500k home does not make you rich': Readers challenge Reeves' property tax plan

The proposed new tax on homes worth over 500,000 sparks debate over its impact on ordinary homeowners and wealth inequality.
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5 days ago

Reeves' new homes levy slammed as a tax on ordinary Londoners'

New property tax proposal on homes over 500,000 may impact ordinary Londoners and families.
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5 days ago

Hong Kong summons British envoy after UK grants asylum to democracy activist

The Independent engages in critical reporting on various significant issues, including reproductive rights and pro-democracy activism in Hong Kong.
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6 days ago

Britain's first transgender judge takes UK to ECHR over Supreme Court ruling

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6 days ago

Rachel Reeves to strip back' environmental rules to boost infrastructure

Rachel Reeves is preparing to strip back environmental protections to accelerate infrastructure building and boost the economy, facing backlash from wildlife advocates.
Europe politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Rayner claims Farage's Reform will fail women' in online safety act row

Reform UK's plan to scrap online safety laws could jeopardize protections for young women against harmful online content.
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1 week ago

My family fled the Nazis. This is why the Palestine Action ban should be overturned'

The Independent investigates key issues such as reproductive rights and climate change, ensuring reporting is available to all without paywalls, highlighting the importance of journalism.
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1 week ago

Girl, 11, dies in tragic water incident at Cornwall beauty spot

An 11-year-old girl died after being recovered from the River Lynher in Wacker Quay, marking a tragic weekend of water incidents.
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1 week ago

Consumer confidence in UK economy falls to lowest level in two years

Consumer confidence in the future UK economy has plummeted over the last year, falling by 31 points from an average of minus nine to minus 40 as reported by Which?.
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1 week ago

Ministers spent 2.4m fighting to keep huge Afghan data breach a secret

Ministers spent £2.4m fighting to keep a Ministry of Defence data leak secret that endangered thousands of Afghans.
Education
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1 week ago

Most popular A-level subject with 112,138 entries revealed

Maths has become the most popular A-level subject in 2025, with over 112,138 entries noted. Quality journalism remains accessible without paywalls.
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1 week ago

Tractor tax more likely to hit working farmers than wealthy landowners, Reeves told

The Centre for the Analysis of Taxation warned that landowners were less likely to be impacted by inheritance tax reforms than working farmers, amidst ongoing debates about tax changes.
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1 week ago

Massive 201 million EuroMillions jackpot up for grabs on Friday

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Teacher who sent pictures of herself in underwear to student banned

Georgia Lowe was banned for life from teaching after sending explicit photos to a 15-year-old pupil.
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1 week ago

Allied troops ready to go' if Ukraine ceasefire is reached, says defence secretary

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1 week ago

Teacher who sent explicit pictures to 15-year-old boy banned for life

A teacher was banned for life after engaging in sexual communication with a 15-year-old student and sending explicit images.
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1 week ago

More than 100 migrants in one vessel thought to have bumped crossings to 27,799

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1 week ago

Clearing: How it works and what to do if you don't get the A-level grades you wanted

The Independent provides accessible news on key issues while emphasizing the importance of clearing for A-level students.
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1 week ago

UK scales back' plans for 30,000-troop reassurance force in Ukraine

The Independent covers critical issues like reproductive rights and military support for Ukraine with a commitment to accessible journalism.
US politics
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1 week ago

Please God, Let Ohio Reelect Sherrod Brown Next Year

Sherrod Brown's Senate candidacy emerges amidst strong Republican opposition in Ohio, complicating the Democratic pursuit of Senate control.
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1 week ago

Wikipedia loses court challenge against Online Safety Act rules

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Gov. Healey signs 'strongest law in America' protecting gender-affirming care

The act will prevent sensitive data, including the practising doctor's name, from being disclosed. The law will prohibit Massachusetts-based authorities from working with federal and out-of-state healthcare investigations, including abortions.
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UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Lineker and Corbyn join Mo Salah's condemnation of Uefa tribute to Palestinian Pele'

Uefa faced criticism for failing to mention the circumstances of Suleiman Al-Obeid's death in their tribute.
UK news
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2 weeks ago

Embattled Rachel Reeves urges public to be patient with Labour on rescuing economy

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UK news
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2 weeks ago

UK to deport foreign criminals to free up jail space in latest immigration crackdown

The UK plans to deport foreign criminals immediately after sentencing as part of an immigration crackdown.
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2 weeks ago

How Jeremy Corbyn's new party plans to take on Starmer's Labour

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls.
UK politics
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2 weeks ago

A failed surgery on my ribs has left me unable to eat solid food for years'

Rob Lindsell, affected by pectus excavatum, suffers severe digestive issues post-surgery and seeks further treatment not available through NHS.
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2 weeks ago

JD Vance meets David Lammy for talks on Gaza and fishing

The Independent focuses on essential reporting during pivotal times in U.S. history, advocating for accessible journalism.
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2 weeks ago

My son left the house like every other day - 18 minutes later he would never return'

Carly Calland recalls her son Jacob as always busy and active, but after a catastrophic e-scooter crash, he tragically lost his life just 18 minutes after leaving home.
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