68 m. ago Voices: Nothing is more toxic than a school parents’ WhatsApp group

Schools are reportedly asking lawyers to draw up codes of conduct to help manage parent WhatsApp groups – what a good idea, says mum-of-two Charlotte Cripps

Events

74 m. ago Sinners: vampires, racial politics and a surprise cameo – discuss with spoilers

Ryan Coogler’s ambitious box office hit combines genres to come up with something wholly original and fascinatingly complexThis article contains spoilers for SinnersRyan Coogler’s Sinners just notched the biggest opening weekend for an original movie since the start of the pandemic, which means the Michael B Jordan-starring, period-set vampire movie will be seen and talked about for weeks (and more) to come. Here are some absolutely spoiler-packed discussion points (seriously, multiple endings are spoiled!) for the film’s variety of layers, genres and readings. Continue reading...

Politics

83 m. ago Where is Pope Francis being laid to Rest? Burial plans and funeral traditions explained

Pope Francis’ funeral will not follow traditional protocols, marking a break from the past as the world mourns the loss of the ‘people’s pope’.

Politics

95 m. 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 Essex Boys killer Michael Steele's conviction may have 'problems' as he's set to be freed

Michael Steele, 82, has always denied the notorious gangland execution of three drug rivals - claiming it was "organised by another criminal and a corrupt cop"

Events

4 h. ago Nottingham Forest's unlikely hero who 'defied physics' names key to Champions League chase

Harry Toffolo preserved Nottingham Forest's advantage with vital clearance against Tottenham on Monday night and then explained why motivation is so high in pursuit of top-five finish

Sport

4 h. ago Polish woman who claimed she's Madeleine McCann denies stalking missing girl's parents

A court previously heard Polish national Julia Wandel is accused of making calls, leaving voicemails, and sending a letter and WhatsApp messages to Kate and Gerry McCann

Events

4 h. ago Conclave's plot explained, full cast, and where you can watch hit film at home

Conclave, which was released in November 2024, depicts the secret process in which the cardinals of the Catholic church appoint a new Pope, which will be happening in the coming weeks at the Vatican following Pope Francis' death on Easter Monday.

Events

4 h. ago Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann denies stalking missing girl's family by ‘turning up at family home’

Julia Wandel, 23, appears in court accused of making calls, leaving voicemails, and sending a letter and WhatsApp messages to Kate and Gerry McCann

Society

4 h. ago Voices: Should smartphones be banned in schools? Join The Independent Debate

Many schools and parents are pushing to ban smartphones for teens, arguing they're harmful to mental health and learning, while others see it as an oversimplified fix to deeper issues

Events

4 h. ago This Morning guest explains powerful reason for topless interview in show first

This Morning aired a show first on Tuesday as hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley spoke to guest Louise Butcher

Politics

5 h. ago Heathrow Airport's deserted Terminal 1 hasn't seen travellers in almost a decade

Heathrow Airport sees millions of passengers pass through every year, but most will have never stepped foot in its biggest terminal - which now sits abandoned following its closure nine years ago.

Society

5 h. ago 'I've visited almost every country on Earth, there are 11 you really need to see'

Michael is on target to become the fastest man to visit every country and set a new World Record

Politics

5 h. ago Is this the new Ozempic? The doctor who believes that peptides therapy could be the key to a longer life

The molecules found in Ozempic and Mounjaro could be the secret to curing Alzheimer’s and heart disease, explains London-based longevity expert Dr Mohammed Enayat

Politics

5 h. ago Why can't a woman be Pope? Rules explained as cardinals set to vote in new Catholic leader

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, pushing the Catholic world into mourning. While many grieve, the cardinals have an important job to get on with - but here's why the next Pope will not be a woman

Politics

5 h. ago What Ruben Amorim told Chido Obi as he explains how Manchester United players are helping him

Chido Obi has enjoyed first-team exposure this season and he could be set for more opportunities before the campaign is over.

Sport

5 h. ago Hadera Israel shark attack: Experts explain rise in deaths as mauled swimmer remains missing

Another shark attack has been reported in the waters off Hadera, Israel - and experts have explored the shift in shark behaviour and whether human activity could be the cause

Events

5 h. ago Former Australian cricketer Michael Slater walks free after domestic violence sentencing

Michael Slater pleaded guilty to stalking, choking and assault

Events

6 h. ago Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe finalist girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts

Mick Schumacher has seemingly joined celebrity dating app Raya after removing some pictures of his long-time girlfriend on Instagram. His profile on the celebrity app has been shared on social media.

Politics

6 h. ago DWP urges women impacted by State Pension age changes to get help finding work

The DWP explains how there is tailored employment support for older workers to retrain or learn new skills.

Economics