18 h. ago Goodall's influence spread far and wide. Those who felt it are pledging to continue her work

In the wake of Jane Goodall's death, the many scientists and others influenced by her are promising to do their best to carry on her legacy

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41 h. ago Environmentalists, politicians, celebrities recall life and influence of primatologist Jane Goodall

Tributes poured in from around the world honoring the life and influence of Jane Goodall, the famed primatologist whose death at the age of 91 was announced on Wednesday

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1 week ago Twickenham stage set for England to deliver fairytale finish and lasting legacy

An epic end is in sight for the Women’s Rugby World Cup, with an 82,000 crowd ready to roar on the Red Roses, but Canada are not to be underestimatedFor years it has been a mirage shimmering on a distant horizon. A sold-out 82,000 record crowd for a standalone women’s rugby fixture, millions more watching on television, a nation entranced. Finally the vision will become reality this Saturday with just one big question left: can England also deliver the ultimate fairytale finish?It promises to be as much a psychological as a physical challenge, with hype levels about to be ramped up to 11. Appropriately given England’s forward strength, Battersea power station will host a fan zone for those without tickets. Asahi, the tournament’s beer sponsor, has linked up with more than 1,000 pubs across the UK to screen the final, as part of the collective drive to spread the women’s rugby gospel far and wide. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Hong Kong chief pledges to continue national security crackdown in key annual address

Hong Kong will continue to prevent, suppress and punish acts that endanger national security, John Lee says

Events

2 w. ago For the sake of the hostages, and all Palestinians and Israelis: ceasefire now

Editorial: The Independent has pledged not to look away from Gaza – we will continue to report the truth as we see it

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3 w. ago Labour comms director helped write manifesto while still working at TikTok

Exclusive: James Lyons rewrote 2024 election pledges ‘over evenings and weekends’ before his exit from social media company A senior executive at TikTok helped write the Labour manifesto while still working at the Chinese-owned technology company, he has said.James Lyons, who left his post as Keir Starmer’s director strategic communications last week, wrote on LinkedIn that he was asked last year to help write the party’s election pledges while he was still working for the social media platform. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Blind war veteran who lost sight in explosion that killed two pals climbs Ben Nevis in their memory

Paul Jacobs pledged to "continue climbing to the highest heights" to support fellow veterans.

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