45 m. ago Air India flight ‘was doomed’ without sufficient power, says travel expert Simon Calder

After studying the preliminary report on the Air India crash, The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder picks out three elements of the 32-second flight

Transport

1 hour ago How Donald and Melania Trump are acting like 'newlyweds' following string of 'flirty' public displays

Donald and Melania Trump could be more in love than ever, according to a body language expert, as they put on a 'flirty' display Friday that made them look like 'newlyweds.'

Politics

1 hour ago Starmer's migrant plan set to be sunk before it's launched: Campaigners threaten to scupper return deal with France

Only a day after unveiling the scheme alongside Emmanuel Macron, the PM was facing objections from Europe and charities that helped ground the Tories' Rwanda plan.

Events

2 h. ago After the economy shrinks again, summer rate cut 'looks inevitable'

Experts said that, combined with signs of a deteriorating jobs market, it would add further pressure on the Bank of England to cut interest rates.

Economics

2 h. ago Bargain Hunt star leaves guest 'gobsmacked' as item sells for 'incredible' price

Bargain Hunt expert Irita Marriott had a guest in tears after their item was auctioned off for a staggering price

Economics

3 h. ago My age makes it very difficult to win grand slams, admits beaten Djokovic

38-year-old felt ‘half empty’ physically in Sinner defeatBut he insists he will return to play Wimbledon againNovak Djokovic said he must accept the reality that his ageing body continues to make it extremely difficult for him to win another grand slam title after struggling physically in his emphatic defeat by the world No 1, Jannik Sinner, in the semi-finals of Wimbledon on Friday.A month after suffering a straight sets defeat by Sinner in the semi-finals of the French Open, Djokovic was subjected to an even more one-sided 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 defeat by an imperious Sinner. The 38-year-old moved sluggishly throughout and he took a medical timeout after losing the second set. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Novak Djokovic admits age is catching him up – but plans to be back at Wimbledon

The 38-year-old struggled with injury as Sinner set up another final against Carlos Alcaraz.

Politics

3 h. ago Ancient society claims Jesus' bones are hidden across two secret vaults in the US

A leader of an order founded in the 12th century to protect Christian in the Holy Land, has claimed that there are secret vaults in the US with the bones of Jesus.

Politics

4 h. ago Suri Cruise, 19, debuts a belly button piercing when in a crop top... after finishing her first year of college

Belly button piercings, also called naval piercings, first came to be in ancient Egypt , and became popular in the 1990s when Britney Spears wore one. Mom Katie Holmes does not seem to have one.

Politics

5 h. ago ‘Measles really is an airplane ride away’: experts warn of outbreak amid summer travel

Cases top 1,297, driven by low immunization, summer travel and vaccine policy shifts under Robert F Kennedy JrThe US is in the midst of the worst measles outbreak in 33 years, according to figures released this week. Driven by an outbreak in Texas, the US has now seen more measles cases in 2025 than in any year since 1992.Experts said they expect the growth in measles cases to continue, spurred on in part by the summer travel season. The best way to prevent measles is to be vaccinated against the disease. Continue reading...

Events

5 h. ago Former Metropolitan Police commissioner Lord Ian Blair who oversaw London's response to the 7/7 attacks dies at the age of 72

The senior officer led the London force between 2005 and 2008 - and was at the forefront of the response to the 7/7 Tube bombings that killed 52 people.

Events

5 h. ago 'AI is learning from our hate' – expert explains why Grok went 'MechaHitler' rouge

EXCLUSIVE: In a search for why Elon Musk's Grok AI went off the rails, began praising Hitler and making anti-semetic jokes – the Daily Star turned to an expert in AI to find the answer

Events

6 h. ago 'Rebellion?': Royal experts reveal the hidden meaning behind Prince William and Catherine's State Banquet outfits on PALACE CONFIDENTIAL

All eyes were on the Princess of Wales as she attended the State Banquet in honour of French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday.

Politics

7 h. ago Low levels of a key nutrient tied to cancer...are YOU taking enough of it?

Low levels of a key nutrient found in sunlight and some foods may be linked to anxiety, bone disease and some forms of cancer, experts and recent research have revealed.

Politics

7 h. ago 'Why Britain isn't built for the heat as UK temperatures top 32C'

Experts have explained why warm UK temperatures may feel particularly unbearable

Politics

7 h. ago Beware the CHEATWAVE! Sunny weather triggers a massive spike in cheating

The UK is expected to record more scorching temperatures over the next few days. And Brits are likely to get hot and bothered in more ways than one, experts have warned.

Society

7 h. ago Eight knee health tips for over 50s that will keep you pain free

Keep active, wear suitable footwear and listen to your body, say the experts

Science

7 h. ago Enduring confusion is the only certainty amid Trump’s latest tariff threats

Experts suspect ‘front loading’ of activity may mask deeper impact of tariffs on the US economy“There has been no change to this date, and there will be no change,” Donald Trump said on his Truth Social platform this week. “All money will be due and payable starting AUGUST 1, 2025 – no extensions will be granted.”There had, in fact, been a change. The 90-day “pause” on the highest tariffs threatened by Trump on his so-called “liberation day” in April elapsed on Wednesday. But with just three trade agreements in place, instead of the 300 once promised, the White House had switched one deadline for another. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago Help smaller birds and keep jackdaws and rooks out of your garden with simple trick

Jackdaws and rooks are known for being pretty disruptive, swooping in and taking over the bird feeders in your garden - but a wildlife expert has revealed a simple solution

Politics

8 h. ago Boost your car's resale value with these 5 essential tricks from motoring experts

Thousands of drivers are looking to the used car market for their next vehicle in a bid to save money - but being unprepared can be a costly mistake if you are the seller

Transport