55 m. ago Eligibility change will put more money in the pockets of West Lothian's unpaid carers

The earning limit for the Scottish Carer Support Payment went up from £151 to £196 per week

Politics

59 m. ago Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles raised her daughters to win – her memoir explains how she did it

Since her famously private daughter Beyoncé rarely speaks out, Tina Knowles offers a rare glimpse into their iconic family in her memoir, ‘Matriarch’. Helen Brown explores the love, loss, and trauma that the mother and writer believes is woven into her DNA

Politics

1 hour ago Mikel Arteta offers Bukayo Saka injury update after Arsenal star's huge scare

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has allayed fears over Bukayo Saka's injury scare and revealed the issue is not serious ahead of the Gunners clash against Crystal Palace

Events

2 h. ago Voices: ‘Church offers a sense of community’: Independent readers have their say on Gen Z’s turn to Christianity

Our community share their views on Gen Z’s growing interest in Christianity – from hope that young people are seeking meaning and community, to concerns over the rise of politicised religion and fear of faith being used for control

Politics

3 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council encouraging budding sports coaches to turn their passion into a career

North Lanarkshire Council is offering sports coaching modern apprenticeships with successful candidates being paid £12.60 per hour.

Sport

4 h. ago Businesswoman fined and threatened with lawsuit by 'petty' council for 'fly

The owner of a beauty salon in Hampshire says the council threatened to sue her for fly-tipping after a work experience student inadvertently used the wrong recycling bag to dispose of shredded paper.

Events

5 h. ago Hilary Swank says she is being offered more acting roles after turning 50

She has won two Academy Awards for actress in a leading role during her career.

Politics

5 h. ago The two Swansea primary schools that had more applications than places

Figures from Swansea Council show just two primary schools had more first choice applications than places on offer

Politics

5 h. ago 'Night out test' is part of boss' every interview and failing means no job offer

One senior manager has a controversial tactic for deciding who should be hired at his company.

Events

6 h. ago Simba Sleep is giving away up to £836 in 'freebies' when shoppers purchase a mattress

The sleep tech brand is offering luxury bedding, such as pillows and duvets, on the house

Economics

6 h. ago London schools offering free breakfast clubs under Government plan: is your child eligible?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer describes the introduction of free breakfast clubs in England as a ‘game-changing moment’ for families

Politics

6 h. ago Anger as Met moves local police in Rotherhithe to site 45 minute walk away

Local politicians claim senior officers were offered the opportunity to open a temporary hub nearby but snubbed the idea

Events

6 h. ago Tina Knowles hits back at claim Beyoncé always wanted to be solo artist

New memoir offers insights into the early days of Beyoncé’s fame and the hurdles she and her family overcame in the music industry

Events

6 h. ago Mikel Merino set for key Arsenal role against PSG after road to redemption

Spaniard offers a reminder of his worth as Mikel Arteta plots reshuffle for Champions League showdown

Politics

6 h. ago Hidden gems along Britain's mythical Pennine Way as first national trail celebrates milestone

Marking its 60th anniversary, Sarah Marshall unveils the hidden gems of the famous 268 mile Penine Way, along with the best offers to visit it for a summer staycation.

Politics

7 h. ago Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne

There will be many a sore head in Leeds on Tuesday morning following the club's promotion back to the Premier League.

Politics

7 h. ago 'Cheapest' African country to visit in May with £2 pints and bargain hotels

New data has revealed the best time to visit Botswana for a budget-friendly getaway, with hotels offering up major discounts in May - and pints can cost as little as £1.81

Economics

7 h. ago US colleges criticise Trump ‘political interference’ after Harvard lawsuit

Harvard University has announced it is suing the Trump administration over a funding freeze

Politics

7 h. ago Kemi Badenoch accused of 'throwing in towel' after odd remark on Tory infighting

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has been accused of throwing in the towel ahead of the local elections after admitting it would take a while to convince the public the party has a 'credible offer'

Politics

7 h. ago US tariffs hit retro gaming: Anbernic suspends console shipments to US

Tariffs on retro handheld consoles pose challenges for US buyers, but temporary solutions through domestic warehouses offer some relief

Economics