55 m. ago ‘Musical insect’ extinct in the UK for over 30 years to be brought back from France

Researchers now face a tense wait to know how well the creatures have taken to their new home

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56 m. ago Singing cicadas brought back to UK from France after disappearing in 1990s

The first-of-its-kind project aims to re-establish populations of the insect in the New Forest.

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56 m. ago Parents whose sons are losing ability to walk face ‘nightmare’ battle with NHS

Families are now facing a postcode lottery over who gets the drug givinostat, which can slow progress of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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60 m. ago Love Island star left screaming as she flees man she fears was following her at night

Former Love Island star Patsy Field has told fans that she is now 'scared' to walk around her local area in London after fearing that she was being followed by a man recently

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3 h. ago This could be the best time to exercise for heart and lung health, scientists say

A study in older adults shows benefits that could reduce the risk of disease

Science

3 h. ago Creator of shoes worn by the Queen among innovators honoured at awards reception

Lisa Kay, creator and chief executive of Sole Bliss, was among 197 entrepreneurs honoured by the King during an awards reception at Windsor Castle.

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4 h. ago JetZero plans to build $4.7B plant in North Carolina, aims to create 14,500 jobs

A California-based company plans to build its first manufacturing plant for a next-generation passenger jet in central North Carolina

Economics

5 h. ago A Grammy category is created for album covers just as Sabrina Carpenter's takes the spotlight

The Recording Academy has tweaked some of its rules for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including carving out a stand-alone category for best album cover

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5 h. ago F1 bosses told they've 'ruined motorsport Christmas' with major change to iconic race

The 2026 Formula 1 race calendar resolves one problem with the current schedule, but creates an awkward clash which is sure to irritate motorsport fans the world over

Sport

5 h. ago Dad fell to his death from cliff into the sea while trying to save family dog

Gary Conlon, 64, was only holiday in Cornwall with his family, including his new grandchild, in October 2024 when he took his pet for a walk along the coast and sadly died

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5 h. ago Harvard researcher released from US custody after arrest for smuggling frog embryos

Russian-born scientist Kseniia Petrova was charged with smuggling after detention at Boston airport in FebruaryA judge released a Russian-born scientist and Harvard University researcher charged with smuggling frog embryos into the US on Thursday, freeing her on bail after a brief hearing.Kseniia Petrova, 30, who was brought into court wearing an orange jumpsuit, had been in federal custody since February. She was seen walking out of the courthouse laughing and hugging supporters. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago ITV reality star engaged to TikTok influencer after romantic getaway proposal

Love Island stars like Molly Smith and Elma Pazar have been among those congratulating TikTok content creators Ethan Aveiro and Natalie Taylor on their engagement this week

Technology

7 h. ago Netflix fans can rediscover Yellowstone creator's 'modern day classic' nominated for multiple Oscars

It gained a near perfect Rotten Tomatoes score

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7 h. ago Solo female traveler reveals why Mexico is great for visiting alone (though there is a city she won’t return to)

Travel content creator Sam Saenz, from Texas, has spent a huge amount of time in Mexico and tells The Independent that she is "fascinated by the country"

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7 h. ago I have bad knees. Do I really have to wear sneakers all the time?

I’ve put off surgery for a meniscus tear. In the meantime, I’m having a crisis about what shoes to wearI’ve had a torn meniscus in my right knee for eight years. My knee was OK for 47 years, and then I went on the easiest hike in recorded history and stepped up on a not-very-high ledge. That was it.It’s not ideal. I can walk, but I can’t run or sit cross legged. But whenever I’m about to bite the bullet on surgery, it seems like the wrong time to be sitting around for six weeks or longer. Or someone says: “That surgery didn’t work for me.” Continue reading...

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7 h. ago I hate the way sneakers look on me – is there another comfortable shoe I can wear?

I asked doctors and fashion experts, and they all said I should wear sneakers. Now I’m having a style crisisI’ve had a torn meniscus in my right knee for eight years. My knee was OK for 47 years, and then I went on the easiest hike in recorded history and stepped up on a not-very-high ledge. That was it.It’s not ideal. I can walk, but I can’t run or sit cross legged. But whenever I’m about to bite the bullet on surgery, it seems like the wrong time to be sitting around for six weeks or longer. Or someone says: “That surgery didn’t work for me.” Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Reason for Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin's split 'revealed' as insider dishes on what ended pair's romance

Dakota Johnson was ready to walk down the aisle - but Chris Martin wasn't, and it cost them their relationship, an insider has claimed.

Politics

8 h. ago SPFL club forced to scrap pre season friendly due to orange walk

Raith Rovers' scheduled meeting with Stirling Albion has been cancelled with the Fife club now away to Linlithgow Rose instead

Politics

8 h. ago Contraceptive pill taken by millions linked to brain tumour risk

A common contraceptive pill could be linked to an increased risk of potentially life-threatening brain tumours, scientists warn

Events

8 h. ago Republicans fear the Mexican flag at the LA protests. But I see it as a symbol of our power | Daniel Peña

The flag serves as a reminder of a fundamental truth about Mexican Americans: we are from here; we are also from thereRepublicans are using images of Ice protesters waving Mexican flags atop burning Waymo cars to foment fear among Americans. Like this photograph that Elon Musk tweeted on Sunday: a shirtless protester wielding the Tricolor atop a vandalized robotaxi as flames billow toward the weak sunlight backlighting the flag. His dark curls fall to his bare shoulders. He stares into the camera.Frankly, the image belongs in a museum. Continue reading...

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