19 m. ago Voices: Should Britain introduce digital ID cards to tackle illegal migration? Join The Independent Debate

The government is weighing up digital ID cards to curb illegal migration and fraud – but critics warn they could create a surveillance state

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21 m. ago Graham Linehan arrives at court to face trial accused of harassing trans woman

Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has arrived at court to face trial, accused of harassing a transgender woman.

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21 m. ago Morrissey puts his business interests in The Smiths up for sale

Musician claimed he was ‘burnt out’ by connections to his former bandmates and ‘must protect myself, especially my health’

Economics

28 m. ago Trump claims Russia and Ukraine will have peace but 'they're not ready yet'

Donald Trump has given an update on the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine – claiming peace could come, but they're not entirely sure when despite ongoing peace discussions

Politics

39 m. ago Prince William urged late Queen to 'intervene in independence referendum'

The claim is contained in a new book by royal biographer Valentine Low.

Politics

43 m. ago The creatine craze: Is the gym bros’ miracle powder worth the hype?

Flexing the benefits of increased gym performance, boosts in cognitive function, and increased longevity, could creatine be the supplement for you? Will Rogers-Coltman investigates

Politics

43 m. ago A Very British Summer: Don’t miss these 10 charming cultural events

From the highbrow to the homespun, we round up 10 summer festivals, exhibitions and performances that capture that quintessentially British blend of creativity and charm

Politics

71 m. ago Alison Hammond reveals awkward interaction with former Bake Off host Mel Giedroyc

Alison Hammond has shared an awkward interaction with former The Great British Bake Off host Mel Giedroyc, who she claims will “never forgive her”.

Events

88 m. ago Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz pictured holding hands while out in New York amid claims they're 'friends with benefits'

Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz were spotted holding hands while out in Brooklyn, New York, on Wednesday, amid claims they are just 'friends with benefits.'

Politics

1 hour ago UK creators including miracle coma survivor land spots on shortlist of 'Grammys of AI Music' awards

An awards ceremony celebrating music created by artificial intelligence has said they're using the technology to 'harness deeply human stories', with two UK content creators chosen

Events

1 hour ago Is Britain really the new North Korea? Let us consider the evidence | Martin Kettle

Yes, there were some serious problems for Labour this week, but overblown claims in the press undermine what remains of our political debateSign up for our new weekly newsletter Matters of Opinion, where our columnists and writers will reflect on what they’ve been debating, thinking about, reading and moreTell me, fellow Brits, how are you getting used to our island version of North Korea? How are you coping with life, now that we are a global pariah alongside Pyongyang? How do you feel about modern Britain having to vie with North Korea, Myanmar and Afghanistan for the wooden spoon on every international index of oppression?For that is the country Wednesday’s Daily Mail front page insists we have now become. It is tempting to laugh off a headline that asks “When did Britain become North Korea?” as just another here-today-gone-tomorrow piece of journalistic hyperbole. That’s even more the case when you read the cobbled-up pandemonium of provocations that form the contents of the hea...

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1 hour ago The Celtic plan for Jahmai Simpson Pusey after Europa League snub as miffed fans seize on Shin Yamada claim

The 19-year-old defender and the Japan B international are among the summer signings who won't play in Europe

Sport

1 hour ago Strictly Come Dancing star claims shows 'more painful than childbirth' in candid admission

They starred on the hit BBC One dance show in 2023

Events

2 h. ago People over State Pension age living alone could be due £4,300 annual income top

Pension Credit claims can be backdated by up to three months and can unlock access to other support.

Economics

2 h. ago ‘I went to the UK’s only all inclusive resort and it’s like Center Parcs on steroids’

The UK's only all inclusive resort has been in operation for more than 100 years and after a recent visit, one content creator described it as like a "cruise ship on land"

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2 h. ago Wife screamed horrifying four words as her husband was dragged into MRI scanner and killed

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Keith McAllister, 61, was sucked into an MRI machine in New York by the heavy weight-training chain he wore around his neck in a tragic incident that claimed his life

Events

3 h. ago Man draws optical illusion of old chap but some say it shows something different

An optical illusion of an 'old man' has sparked a debate on social media as users claim there's something completely different in the image - and some say it's all they can see

Politics

3 h. ago Conservation groups clash with Highland community as decision on controversial golf course progresses

Campaigners are calling on members of the public to push Holyrood to reject the plans to protect a coastal dune system that they claim is one of the last remaining of its kind in Scotland.

Politics

4 h. ago Boyfriend draws optical illusion of old man and some people see it very differently

A woman has been left scratching her head after her boyfriend accidentally created an optical illusion when drawing an 'old man' - but she says she sees something completely different

Politics

4 h. ago FACT FOCUS: DeSantis' misleading claims about why Florida missed out on a congressional seat

Gov. Ron DeSantis claims the 2020 census numbers for Florida need fixing to grant the state another congressional seat

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