8 hours ago Watch as Richard Madeley confronts Rachel Reeves over her 'exaggerated' CV in GMB clash

The host, 68, brutally tore into the Chancellor, 45, as he quizzed her about why she had lied about the length of time she had worked at the Bank of England.

Politics

18 hours ago Is YOUR home being taken over by your possessions? Read our decluttering expert's top tips on how to transform your house into a spacious haven you can be proud of

Ask most people for the number one thing they'd want more of in their home, and the answer would be space. Here are the clever solutions to maximise yours.

Society

2 hours ago Wasting lots of taxpayer money has become almost routine for SNP government

Record View says if John Swinney is to win his own mandate as first minister next year, he needs to cut out the waste and start delivering.

Economics

19 hours ago Surreal, dreamlike, confusing: a night watching 18 Champions League ties

Trying to keep across 29 hours’ worth of football was not just akin to major substance abuse but a cause of fear and panicRaspberry Beret by Prince, Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees, American Pie by Don McLean, All I Want is You by U2, the theme tune to Sesame Street: these are all in their different ways excellent pieces of music. But as part of playlists broadcast without end and at high volume, all have been used by the US army in psychological warfare – demonstrating that too much of a good thing is not just possible but, at extreme levels, absolutely excruciating. Watching the manic conclusion to the Champions League group stage on Wednesday brought those playlists to mind, as I debated whether I was being entertained or encouraged to run screaming from my house.The trend in sport for many years has been to make competitions bigger, longer, more drawn out, and at first the new 36-team Champions League format felt like another step on this tiresome journey. But the widely acknowled...

Sport

65 minutes ago DC crash: Hero pilot shares terrifying theory on why Washington tragedy happened

Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger offered his expert opinion following the collision between an American Airlines plane and a Black Hawk helicopter in Washington DC

Events

27 hours ago AP PHOTOS: Move over peanuts, pistachio is the latest trend for Hong Kong New Year treats

A Hong Kong culinary institution is acknowledging that changing times bring changing tastes and has found a hit in adding American pistachios to the range of flavors in its famed dumplings.

Culture

17 hours ago NASA astronauts are 'harassed by 125ft aliens with wings who peek into space shuttles'

Self-proclaimed UFO expert Chris Bledsoe has spoken out about the moment that 'angelic beings' were looking into the space shuttle and smiling at NASA astronauts

Technology

18 hours ago The three ‘essential’ kettlebell exercises for health and longevity, according to an expert strength coach

Here’s how to start getting in ‘the best shape of your life’ with just one kettlebell

Science

9 hours ago Aviation expert explains why US airspace is ‘not the safest’ in the world

An aviation expert told The Independent that while US airspace is “certainly one of the most controlled,” it wouldn’t necessarily be “the safest.”

Politics

19 hours ago ITV This Morning viewers outraged as 'female viagra' tested live on air

This Morning viewers were left unimpressed on Thursday as hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley explained the show would be testing female viagra live on air

Society

17 hours ago Kate Middleton opts for high street chic in old favourite £16 dress from the Zara sale as she visits children's hospice in South Wales

Arriving at Tŷ Hafan this morning after 'proudly' announcing her new patronage, Catherine, 43, stepped out in muted tones.

Economics

5 hours ago What is wrong with Nicole Kidman's earlobes? Star's stretched 'bat ears' alarm fans

Australian actress' Nicole Kidman's earlobes have caused a stir online after catching the attention of fans who have declared they can't 'stop staring at them'.

Events

23 hours ago Inside the life of The Apprentice's first Influencer candidate who used TikTok to build her seven

The Apprentice returns to screens on January 30, and among the power suits and cringe-worthy pitches is a viral sensation who has hit the headlines before the BBC show even begins.

Technology

20 hours ago Health nominee RFK Jr to face further grilling at Senate confirmation hearing

Trump’s pick endured tough questions from Bernie Sanders on Wednesday and was accused of ‘peddling half-truths’After Robert F Kennedy’s bruising performance in a heated three-and-a-half-hour Senate confirmation hearing to become America’s top health official on Wednesday, he’s off to the health committee on Thursday morning for round two.The 71-year-old faces another grueling day of questioning from a more health-minded crowd, with Republican chair Bill Cassidy – a physician who caught Kennedy confusing basic facts about Medicare and Medicaid in Wednesday’s session – likely to press further on his grasp of America’s healthcare system. Continue reading...

Science

9 hours ago EastEnders, Love Island and Married at First Sight help UK's broadcasters to beat US streaming giants

The traditional broadcasters beat the big players when it came to growing streaming services last year - and the trend has continued in 2025

Politics

20 hours ago Wes Streeting takes NHS mandate 'back to basics' as health secretary wages war on overspending

“The culture of routine overspending without consequences is over”, Wes Streeting has warned, as he unveiled a new, trimmed-down mandate for the NHS.

Society

17 hours ago Asda shoppers race to buy viral £38 puffer coat that looks just like £625 Ganni

The viral £38 leopard print bomber sold out in seconds when it was restocked this morning - but New Look, River Island and M&S have similar versions

Economics

9 hours ago MARK MCEATHRON: I'm a Black Hawk helicopter pilot. This video shows all the red flags that led up to the deadly DC plane crash

I'm a former Black Hawk helicopter crew chief and flight instructor. I know how quickly a routine flight can turn into a terrible tragedy.

Events

10 hours ago Dragons' Den Hair Syrup: The haircare product that's gone viral on TikTok and leaves your hair 'shinier'

The Pembrokeshire-based company sell a range of hair products from their signature hair oils to brushes and scrunchies and now they're hoping to build on their success with an investment on Dragon's Den

Politics

22 hours ago 'I was told to lock away the paracetamol. My own child became a stranger': A terrifying portrait of the secret lives of today's teenage girls from a mother and daughter who went through it all

Christie Watson started to suspect something was wrong with her 16-year-old daughter when she found her in bed, smoking cigarettes, at two in the morning.

Society

17 hours ago How unsightly acne could be banished with drug store treatment that costs less than £20

Dominika Zrastakova, 23, from Bath, Somerset, started developing mild acne on her face aged 16, but she assumed it would 'go away eventually'. But it left her in agony and unable to sleep.

Economics

9 hours ago Aviation expert's terrifying take on doomed DC plane crash passengers' final moments

Former U.S. Air Force navigator Jim Brauchle said the crash near the Reagan National Airport happened in a matter of seconds.

Events

11 hours ago Body language expert reveals how Kate Middleton formed 'instant connections' while visiting children at Welsh hospice

Kate, 43, began her first royal 'away day' since 2023 with a visit to Tŷ Hafan - the oldest Welsh children's hospice - in Sully near Cardiff, as she officially over its patronage from King Charles .

Politics

26 hours ago 'Best' foods to eat if you want to live to 100, according to an expert

Greece, Costa Rica and Japan are among the world's elusive 'Blue Zones' where people are thought to have impressive life expectancies

Society

19 hours ago Exactly how much water bills are rising in Wales as massive hike confirmed

The increase has been described as "significant" and "higher than expected" by one financial expert

Economics

10 hours ago Full list of DC plane crash victims: All the people confirmed dead in Washington's Reagan Airport tragedy

At least 30 bodies have been recovered from a Washington DC aircraft collision, including a TikTok skating star, a famed athlete couple, and all four flight crew members.

Events

13 hours ago The correct way to apply eye cream, according to skincare expert Caroline Hirons

The most common advice is that a few dots of eye cream should be applied with your ring finger, but that's not how Caroline Hirons does it.

Politics

29 hours ago 'I was told to lock away the kitchen knives. My own daughter became a stranger': A terrifying portrait of the secret lives of today's teenage girls from a mother who went through it all

Christie Watson started to suspect something was wrong with her 16-year-old daughter when she found her in bed, smoking cigarettes, at two in the morning.

Society

20 hours ago Mortgage approvals to home buyers edged up in December – Bank of England figures

One property expert described the start of 2025 as ‘upbeat’.

Economics

10 hours ago Plane crash: Radar footage shows moment American Airlines plane crashed with chopper

Footage of an air traffic radar screen shows the American Airlines flight making a routine landing when the US military Black Hawk suddenly moves into its path - leading to the deadly crash

Events

13 hours ago From balabonnets to hoods – what’s behind the trend for grownup bonnets?

No longer the preserve of newborns, the bonnet is having its own catwalk moment this season. But is their cosy revival driven purely by practicality, or something deeper?Hej! Greetings from Copenhagen. I am in the Danish capital for fashion week, now regularly referred to as the “fifth fashion week” after New York, London, Milan and Paris – such is its influence in the industry and beyond.While some of the catwalk trends have divided opinion (not everyone is down for a ballet flat/sneaker hybrid) on the streets, one item gets a firm yes: the bonnet. Yes, the head covering typically associated with newborns has been seen on everyone from the street-style set outside shows to the Danes queueing at bakeries for their morning buns. It’s not just in Denmark, either. The accessory is thriving and bumping beanies off the headgear charts in London and New York. One TikTok user summed it up: “Brat summer, bonnet winter”. Continue reading...

Politics

11 hours ago Donald Trump slammed after suggesting diversity hires to blame for Washington plane crash

Aviation expert warns Trump presented theories about midair crash between a passenger plane and an army helicopter ‘based on no evidence at all’

Events

14 hours ago Monks are dishing details about their lives on TikTok – such as how much they earn

A group of monks have taken to social media to offer a look into a world that many will have no idea about. They talked about how much they earn and what their hobbies are

Politics

12 hours ago Trump's wild plane crash update: From a call for unity to suggesting dwarves shouldn't be air traffic controllers

Donald Trump offered condolences before plunging into politics as he delivered air crash update in the White House briefing room on Thursday morning.

Events

14 hours ago RFK Jr dodges clear answers on vaccines as Senate grilling enters second day

Trump’s pick for health secretary says ‘I don’t think anybody can say’ Covid vaccines saved millions of livesRobert F Kennedy Jr’s nomination to lead America’s top health agency faced strong headwinds as he struggled to provide clear answers on his past vaccine statements for a second straight day of bruising hearings on Capitol Hill.In a tense back-and-forth before the Senate health committee on Thursday morning, Kennedy dodged direct questions about whether he still believes vaccines cause autism, despite extensive scientific evidence to the contrary. When pressed by Senator Bernie Sanders about studies showing Covid-19 vaccines saved millions of lives, Kennedy claimed “we don’t have a good surveillance system” and said “I don’t think anybody can say that.” Continue reading...

Politics

12 hours ago Aviation expert responds to Trump’s claim DEI hiring to blame for Washington DC crash

An aviation expert told The Independent there is “no evidence” to support President Donald Trump’s claim that diversity, equity, and inclusion policies contributed to the American Airlines plane crash in Washington, DC.

Events

14 hours ago Myles Smith on his stunning rise from TikTok artist to the next global pop superstar

Myles Smith had the biggest song of last year with Stargazing, and with a new album and tour, and a Brits Rising Star award to pick up, we caught up with him to ask how sudden superstardom feels

Politics

12 hours ago Professor fuels conspiracy theories after blaming Trump for future plane crashes just HOURS before DC tragedy

Dr. Thomas F. Schaller, a political science professor, posted to X slamming Trump for his handling of airline safety the morning of the devastating crash.

Events

14 hours ago Expert shares Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's UK return plans after new royal baby

Princess Beatrice and her sister are believed to have remained close to Harry and Meghan following their royal exit - but will the Sussexes head back to the UK to meet Beatrice's new baby?

Politics

12 hours ago Laundry expert reveals two kitchen ingredients to soften hard towels without a tumble drier

There's no need to throw away rough towels - they can be restored with two strange kitchen ingredients

Events

15 hours ago Woman startled after she finds out who childhood penpal really is 10 years later

A woman took to TikTok to share her horror after finding out the identity of a penpal she had written to for years when she was a teenager. She only found out who they really were 10 years on

Politics

14 hours ago Influencer who sparked mass invasion of Italian ski resort says she will DOUBLE the 10,000 visitors this weekend

TikTok star Rita de Crescenzo has promoted the ski resort on her page, inviting her 1.7million TikTok followers to visit the area, and tour companies have capitalised on the popularity of her posts.

Events

15 hours ago Freeze dried sweets: Aldi becomes first UK supermarket to stock viral Bebeto range

These sweets have had a lot of hype on social media 🍬

Politics

14 hours ago Mel B 'near death' as Spice Girl chased by huge crocodile 'about to attack'

Scary Spice Mel B was chased by a 10-foot crocodile in the Costa Rican jungle as she filmed for the new Netflix survival series Celebrity Bear Hunt, which left her terrified

Events

15 hours ago Italian town clamps down after TikTok star draws ‘unmanageable’ crowds

Mayor caps tourist bus numbers after thousands of visitors descend on Roccaraso, clogging roads and leaving litterThe mayor of a popular Italian ski resort is clamping down on day-trippers after the town was suddenly overwhelmed by 260 buses bringing more than 10,000 visitors from Naples and the surrounding Campania region, lured by a TikTok star and cheap tickets.The onslaught on Sunday severely clogged the road leading up to Roccaraso, nestled in the mountains of Abruzzo, and overcrowded its ski slopes. Local residents were furious after the crowds, many of whom brought picnics, left the resort strewn with rubbish. Continue reading...

Politics

15 hours ago Pictured: Boy, 13, found dead at primary school in 'tragic incident' as police launch probe

Connor Slade, 13, died in the grounds of Melin Primary School in Neath, South Wales, which was closed after the discovery in the early hours of yesterday morning.

Events

16 hours ago What your front door colour says about you as the most popular hues are revealed

The colour you choose gives visitors an instant impression, according to one expert

Politics

15 hours ago Bizarre car tiramisu TikTok trend goes viral but prompts salmonella and listeria warning from doctors

This TiKTok hack may create a dangerous breeding ground for salmonella and listeria in your car

Events

16 hours ago Kate Middleton solidifies check trend for spring as she rewears £90 Zara dress on surprise outing

Kate Middleton visited the Tŷ Hafan children's hospice today and wore a black-and-white check dress from Zara that she's worn before - and we've got some alternatives for you

Politics

15 hours ago Dad shoots daughter, 15, in sick 'honour killing' after she refused to stop posting TikToks

Anwar ul-Haq, who had recently moved his family back to Pakistan from the US, was charged with murder after admitting he shot dead his teenage daughter, Hira over her TikTok videos

Events

16 hours ago Here's the longest you should leave your dog at home, according to an expert trainer

Leaving your dog at home for too long can have negative effects on its wellbeing, according to an expert

Politics

16 hours ago Martin Lewis warns against crucial pension mistake as he shares top tips for savers

The money saving expert says there are many ways to boost a pension pot

Events

16 hours ago 'I'm a language expert – here's 7 words people don't realise are acronyms'

Laurie Knox has provided a list of seven common words in the English language you may not have realised are acronyms of terms that have been shortened into abbreviations

Politics

16 hours ago Gardening expert warns not to make 'common mistake' this month or risk 'disaster'

A gardening expert has shared the "most common mistake" people make in January that can spell disaster for future plants, flowers and vegetables - and what you should be doing instead

Events

17 hours ago Man goes to Benidorm – but finds something so wild he 'thought he was dreaming'

A man was left gobsmacked after discovering something incredible at a well-known club in Benidorm. In a clip shared on TikTok, he revealed what he uncovered while abroad

Politics

16 hours ago Hope ends for finding survivors as investigators say 67 feared dead after plane crashes into military helicopter

More than two dozen bodies have been recovered as of Thursday morning, officials said

Events

17 hours ago Antiques Road Trip expert admits 'I'm out of the game' as item makes 7500% profit

Antiques Road Trip expert Anita Manning was left in disbelief after a bronze deity she bought for £50 made a whopping 7500% profit at auction, leaving her speechless

Politics

17 hours ago Cat Deeley caused the Reiss website to briefly crash with her flattering This Morning top

Cat Deeley wore a gorgeous yellow top for her This Morning appearance and it was so popular that the Reiss website, where the top is from, crashed immediately

Events