Thunderstorm warnings issued for UK – here’s the areas they’ll hit

Jack Smith allies slam Cannon’s 'lack of impartiality' while fighting to revive Mar-a-Lago docs case

The number of active indictments against former President Donald Trump decreased from four to three when Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump appointee, dismissed special counsel Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago documents case. Smith, however, has appealed Cannon's decision and is hoping to bring the case back. And if the case does return, Smith's allies and suppor...

Liverpool 'cult hero’ named NEW sporting director

Liverpool 'cult hero' Martin Škrtel has found a new club following his retirement and will take over as sporting director at Slovakian club DAC Dunajska Streda.

China's Yutu 2 rover still going strong after nearly 6 years on the far side of the moon (video)

China's Chang'e 4 rover Yutu 2 has been working on the far side of the moon for nearly six years. It was designed to operate for just three lunar days, or about three Earth months.

Suppressed Chinese Covid ‘origins’ data published and reviewed in leading journal

Vital data that sheds light on the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic have been published after peer review in one of the world’s most prestigious scientific journals. The analysis is based on 800 genetic swabs taken from the Wuhan wet market by the Chinese authorities just days after Covid-19 was first detected and before a pandemic was officially d...

Prime Minister Rama insists Albania migrant deal 'exclusive' to Italy as more countries eye scheme

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama

The Galaxy S23 Ultra's camera is acting wonky after One UI 6.1.1

Several reports claimed Samsung's year-old Ultra model suffers from camera issues with One UI 6.1.1.

Arsenal set asking price for injured star amid January transfer interest

Arsenal face a battle in January.

‘Unfit to Serve’: 111 Former GOP Officials Back Harris Over Trump

It seems Donald Trump has failed to invoke the confidence of a large chunk of veteran GOP members, as over 100 former National Security officials of Republican administrations recently signed a letter endorsing Democratic Presidential hopeful Kamala Harris instead. According to the letter, the former GOP officials have deemed Trump “unfit to serve ...

Meet the new manager of beloved Shoebury Hotel as doors are set to re-open

Devastated residents later launched a petition pleading for the Shoebury Hotel to remain as a pub and restaurant after it shut.

Which Mexico are you? New Mexico furious after Texas installs razor wire along its border

Which Mexico are you? New Mexico furious after Texas installs razor wire along its border - Texas’ latest move is a ‘political stunt’ that will have ‘will have no meaningful impact on our nation’s broken immigration system,’ New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said

Russia transferring equipment from Kherson direction to Kursk region - Partisans

Russian forces are transferring equipment from the Kherson direction to the Kursk region. Before this, they repair it in Crimea, according to the Telegram channel of the partisan movement ATESH. "Agents tracked the movement of weapons, ammunition, and military equipment of the 810th Marine Brigade of the Russian Federation," the report states. Acco...

Rayner faces battle in European Court of Human Rights in row over military housing

Angela Rayner is facing a European court battle with private equity baron Guy Hands over military housing owned by the financier. Mr Hands’s Annington Homes, which is owned through his private equity firm, Terra Firma, has filed a legal claim against the Housing Secretary with the European Court of Human Rights. The case centres on the Leasehold an...

White officer who fatally shot Black man shouldn't have been in his backyard, judge rules in suit

White officer who fatally shot Black man shouldn't have been in his backyard, judge rules in suit - A federal judge has partially sided with the family of a Black man who was fatally shot by a now-imprisoned white Kansas City, Missouri, police detective

High street giant warns of store closures after losing £30m legal battle

Next has said it could be forced to close stores after losing a landmark legal battle over equal pay. The retail giant issued the warning after an employment tribunal ruled last month that Next should pay its store staff, who are predominantly women, the same hourly rates as its mostly male warehouse workers. This will threaten Next’s ability to ma...

Android 15 gets possible launch date – the 4 best new features coming to your Pixel

Android 15 is reportedly set to launch on October 15, here are 4 of the best upgrades.

Five Eyes alliance seizes control of extensive spy tech network used by China

The network of 260,000 devices was seized by the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.

Can Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump? Latest poll updates

Can Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump? Latest poll updates - Here’s what the latest polls say about the 2024 presidential election, from The Independent’s data correspondent

The underrated Yorkshire city with an unfair bad reputation

‘Have people who write off this city actually been?’

9 films on Netflix you probably haven’t watched – but definitely should

Utah mother, 33, issues warning after suffering heart attack on a treadmill: ‘Life is fragile’

Utah mother, 33, issues warning after suffering heart attack on a treadmill: ‘Life is fragile’ - Heart attack survivor implores people to ‘enjoy’ their life

Scots village set for starring role in new drama starring Brian Cox and Alan Cumming

The village of Gartmore, west Stirlingshire, will next week see a production crew arrive as they film a new drama film starring Scottish acting icons Brian Cox and Alan Cumming.

Gavin & Stacey cast bid farewell to Barry as filming ends

The cast of Gavin & Stacey have bid farewell to Barry as filming in the town ends.

Tributes to ‘remarkable’ doctor killed in bike crash on dual carriageway

Tributes to ‘remarkable’ doctor killed in bike crash on dual carriageway - Dr Robert Sapsford was killed on his morning cycle through Castleford

Chelsea eye €60m Barcelona transfer as Enzo Maresca 'unsatisfied' with Reece James

Reece James’ latest injury blow has caused Chelsea to consider their right-back options in January, with a big money move for a former target reportedly on the agenda.

£42million Manchester United star set for full Premier League debut – opinion

Manchester United are set to face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday as they return to Premier League action with Manuel Ugarte keen to force his way into the starting XI.

ITV confirms launch date for Sophie Turner's new drama Joan in exciting update

ITV has confirmed the release date for their upcoming drama series, Joan, starring Sophie Turner in the lead role

Flood threat from Highest tides of the year, fistral Bay, cornwall, UK

Highest tides of the year witnessed in Cornwall Met Office warns Flooding is possible across large parts of Cornwall through till Monday. Weather Experts have warned Cornwall is set to face the 'Highest tides of the year' with flooding possible across the county. Coastal areas are at risk of flooding today Thursday, September 19 as the UK experiences higher than usual tides, brought on by the rare occurrence of the alignment of the full moon, sun and earth. Spectators, surfers, and visitors gather on the beach at Newquay for the natural spectacle. Spring tides occur twice a month (and not necessarily just in spring) and cause high tides to be higher than usual. The Environment Agency predicts tides in Cornwall will be 0.03m above tide table level and may well cause flooding along coastal communities. Six flood alerts have been issued across Cornwall, covering the county from Penzance in the West to Looe in the East. Flood alerts mean flooding is possible in the area and local residents should prepare to act if necessary, Sandbags have been provided by the Council in areas expected to flood

Titan’s scientific director says sub malfunctioned just prior to Titanic dive

Appearing before a US coast guard panel, Steven Ross told the board about a platform issue the experimental submersible experienced in June 2023.

McLaren ‘mini DRS’ under the microscope as FIA issue ‘data review’ statement

McLaren's 'mini DRS' caused a stir in Baku...

Thunderstorm warning issued as ‘frequent lightning and heavy hail’ expected

Two yellow warnings are in place over the coming days, with thunderstorms expected to bring heavy downpours

Historic Devon inn crowned 'Pub of the Year' once again

The team behind The Cott Inn are not strangers to awards and celebrations and have once again found themselves names one of the best pubs in the country

‘I am beyond excited’: Kylie Minogue announces biggest tour in a decade

Kylie Minogue has announced her biggest tour in a decade in support of her comeback album Tension. Minogue’s tour, which has 20 dates with more “to be announced soon”, will begin in Australia, before heading to Bangkok to kick off its Asia leg. On 16 May Minogue will reach the UK, where she will perform at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro indoor arena. She will then appear in Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool, Sheffield, London, Nottingham and Birmingham. The...

Emma Raducanu may be fearing the worst as she closes in on a rankings breakthrough

Emma Raducanu is into her fifth WTA Tour quarter-final of the year - but she faces a big text next.

Sergio Perez father health update after Baku GP crash sparks medical emergency

Antonio Perez Garibay suffered a medical episode after the Red Bull star's dramatic crash in Baku...

Nearly quarter of students who got three Ds in A-levels graduated university with firsts

Nearly a quarter of students who received three Ds in their A-levels went on to achieve a first in their degree last year, according to the universities regulator. The Office for Students (OfS) said 24.4 per cent of students who left school or college with results of DDD were awarded the university grade in the 2022-23 academic year. It marks an al...

Hundreds evacuated from northern Italy as extreme weather continues to impact Europe

At least a thousand people were evacuated as flooding hit northern Italian regions. The extreme weather has continued to affect other Central European countries as well, like Poland, Austria and the Czech Republic. View on euronews

Bank of England reveals September interest rate decision

The Bank of England's decision follows the US Federal Reserve's decision to cut its base rate by an unusually large half-point to around 4.8%, to help bolster the jobs market, which has shown clear signs of slowing. View on euronews

Full list of UK shops closing down in September

People who have a bank balance of £11,000 will be handed free £480

Savers are being recommended to take advantage of high interest accounts after the central bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) overwhelmingly voted to keep the base rate at five per cent.

Row erupts over Farage’s claim safety fears block him from constituency surgery

Row erupts over Farage’s claim safety fears block him from constituency surgery - Sources said the Reform UK leader would not have been told to shun physical meetings as this would interfere with his democratic duties.

Fact check: Suicide statistics explained

Fact check: Suicide statistics explained - Full Fact looks at what the data tells us about whether suicides are becoming more common.

Chiesa, Elliott and Jones - Liverpool injuries, suspensions and potential return dates vs Bournemouth

Here are the latest updates on Liverpool’s first-team injuries and suspensions vs Bournemouth as well as return dates for key squad members.

'One crash too many' - Wout van Aert looks ahead after Vuelta a España accident and injury

Belgian still on crutches but hoping to race cyclocross this winter

Stop using these three Anker batteries – they’ve just been recalled due to a fire risk

Anker has recalled three of its popular power banks for smartphones – here's which ones and what to do next.

Picture: Long-term United absentee spotted at Old Trafford as he closes in on return from injury

Erik ten Hag has been forced to navigate without a natural left-back at his disposal since February 18. Manchester United oversaw a 2-1 away win to Luton Town that day, with Luke Shaw withdrawn at the interval for a second consecutive match through injury woes.

Hundreds flee flooding in Italy

Around 1,000 people have been forced to evacuate in northern Italy as deadly floods hit several countries across Europe.

Russia's losses in Ukraine as of September 19: +1,130 troops and 14 tanks

Over the past day, September 18, Russia lost 1,130 personnel. Also, the Defense Forces destroyed 14 tanks, MLRS, and more, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, as of September 19, Russia's losses are as follows: ・personnel - about 638,140 (+1,130); ・tanks - 8,705 (+14) ...

Portugal declares 'state of calamity' as wildfires rage out of control

More than 100 wildfires stretched thousands of firefighters to the limit in northern Portugal on Wednesday, with seven deaths since the worst spate of fires in recent years spread out of control over the weekend. Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro declared a state of calamity for the hardest-hit areas late Tuesday, invoking powers to mobilise more firefighters and civil servants.

Judge in Trump’s classified documents case under fire for failing to disclose right-wing banquet

Judge in Trump’s classified documents case under fire for failing to disclose right-wing banquet - Trump-appointed federal judge Aileen Cannon tossed classified documents case against former president in July