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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Seven million homes missing out on 24bn in benefits and support, new study warns

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

UN assembly votes overwhelmingly to back two-state solution to Israel-Palestinian conflict

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Warner Bros Discovery stock spikes after reports that Paramount is prepping takeover

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history,
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4 days ago

Phillipson and Powell reach second stage of deputy leadership race

Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell are the two candidates advancing in the Labour deputy leadership contest after each secured the required MP nominations.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Support for monarchy at record low, survey reveals

Public support for keeping the British monarchy fell to 51% in 2024, the lowest since 1983, with about 31% seeing it as unimportant and 15% supporting abolition.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Von der Leyen proposes bolder EU sanctions against Israel over the war in Gaza

EU plans sanctions and a partial trade suspension against Israel amid Gaza bloodshed, EU splits on measures, and suspension of some bilateral funds is planned.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Two children among dead' after English Channel crossing attempt

Two children are among three people who have died after an attempted small boat crossing in the English Channel, according to French media reports. Regional prosecutor Laurent Touvet announced at a news conference on Wednesday that the deadly incident had unfolded off the coast of Sangatte, in Pas-de-Calais, late on Tuesday night into the early hours of this morning. He said the three who died were likely crushed at the bottom of the boat that had been carrying 38 people across the English Channel.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Olivia Colman and Mark Ruffalo among 1,300 refusing to work with Israeli film firms

More than 1,300 film workers, including high-profile actors, pledged to boycott Israeli film institutions accused of genocide and apartheid, citing a profound moral duty.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Starmer now one of the West's more unpopular leaders even ranking lower than Trump

Keir Starmer's approval rating plunged to -44% after a chaotic cabinet reshuffle and deputy PM resignation, making him one of the West's most unpopular leaders.
London
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Traders voice frustration at Tube strike with city economy facing hit of 230m

A massive London Tube strike severely disrupted commuting and lunchtime trade, potentially costing the capital 230m and striking a heavy blow to small businesses.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Union chiefs tell Starmer: Don't axe Rayner's workers' rights charter

Union leaders warn of massive backlash if the prime minister waters down the workers' rights bill after a cabinet reshuffle that removed key ministers.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Who Keeps Kids Safe?

Donald Trump wants us to accept the current state of affairs without making a scene. He wants us to believe that if we resist, he will harass us, sue us, and cut funding for those we care about; he may sic ICE, the FBI, or the National Guard on us. We're sorry to disappoint, but the fact is this: The Nation won't back down to an authoritarian regime. Not now, not ever.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Prince Harry wants to visit UK more frequently' and bring Meghan and children too

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

NHS staff threaten strikes unless plans to outsource support services are shelved

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Council warns fake Labubu dolls pose choking risk to children

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Palestine Action has disturbing' plans for future, Yvette Cooper claims

Quality journalism is essential for understanding complex issues, and support enables continued reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Nine charged after protests outside Essex asylum hotel

The Independent prioritizes transparency in journalism, providing coverage without paywalls while investigating significant societal issues.
Medicine
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Shingles vaccine may lower the risk of heart attack and stroke, study finds

Herpes zoster (shingles) vaccination is associated with 18% lower risk of heart attack or stroke in adults 18+, and 16% reduction in adults 50+.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Thousands of refugees facing homelessness after Home Office U-turn on eviction policy

Home Office reversal of the extended 'move-on' period risks thousands of refugees becoming homeless by shortening time to secure housing, benefits, and local authority support.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Ukrainians in the UK fear war will never end after Trump-Zelensky meeting

Ukrainians in Britain fear Putin's war may never end after the Trump–Zelensky White House meeting, viewing any 'peace' as a temporary pause without security guarantees.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

A Teenager, a Journalist and a Construction Worker Caught Up in Trump Immigration Crackdown | KQED

Earlier this summer, 17-year-old Kevin Robles was in his friend's car driving through their neighborhood in Oceanside when he noticed vehicles with tinted windows and masked men taking someone out of a car. He started live streaming on Instagram and it went viral. But then a little over a week later, agents with Homeland Security Investigations showed up at his family's home, smashing windows and tossing flash grenades, taking both of his parents into custody.
US politics
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

New smartphone test can diagnose diabetes condition in under 10 minutes

A smartphone-based Diabetes Health Check can reduce type 2 diabetes diagnosis to under ten minutes and could save the NHS billions.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Kayaking brothers rescue swimmers from boisterous' dolphin at UK coastal hotspot

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Mother reveals how she reclaimed 5,686 in missing benefits - and how others can too

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Hypocritical' Badenoch calls for councils to launch challenges against asylum hotels

Kemi Badenoch urged Conservative councils to challenge asylum hotels and faced criticism for hypocrisy given the Conservative government's prior heavy use of asylum hotels.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Hunger-driven A&E admissions spiral in England in cost-of-living crisis

A&E admissions for hunger in England more than tripled in five years, rising nearly 219%, reflecting spiralling food prices, poverty, and cost-of-living pressures.
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fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

El Tecolote's 55th Anniversary Party (SF)

El Tecolote celebrates 55 years of independent journalism for San Francisco's Latino communities with a birthday fundraiser on August 22.
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Sponsor our 12th Annual 48 Hills Gala (or just come and bring all your friends)! - 48 hills

The 12th annual 48 Hills Gala will take place on October 22 at the El Rio club in the Mission, serving as a critical fundraising event for local independent media.
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US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Presidents Trump and Putin Must Seize the Moment in Alaska

The Democratic Party must choose between principled politics and continued losses with disconnected elites.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kept fighting despite the odds': the Russian journalists who risked everything to report the truth

In Moscow, the Russian government intensified its crackdown on independent media, labeling outlets and journalists as foreign agents, severely restricting their operations.
Film
Film
fromVulture
11 months ago

The Best Doc of the Year Is Like a 5.5 Hour-Long Panic Attack

Loktev's documentary portrays the struggles of independent journalists in Russia facing increasing government oppression and the impact of the Ukraine invasion.
Cryptocurrency
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

Independent journalist Molly White knows how to follow the memecoin

Tracking financial flows in the cryptocurrency sector reveals significant spending patterns and industry impacts.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Fox News Anchor Bill Hemmer Grills Netanyahu Over Media Criticism, Threatened NYT Lawsuit: You Can See There Is Suffering'

Netanyahu argued that we have to contend with the campaign of vilification done by so-called reputable news media. He mentioned a New York Times story showcasing a Palestinian mother with a supposedly starved child, claiming the child had cerebral palsy, highlighting the media's misrepresentation of facts. "It takes time. People will see the humanitarian surge. People will see our efforts to prevent civilian casualties," he said, emphasizing that eventually, truth prevails.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

How do Starmer, Farage and now Corbyn convince teenagers to vote for them?

The voting age may be lowered to 16, enabling one million teenagers to participate in elections, significantly affecting outcomes.
Women
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Zoe Aldcroft: World Cup success for England can herald change in women's rugby

Support for independent journalism is crucial for unearthing important stories from diverse perspectives.
Renovation
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Stressful way England reached Euros final unlocked perfect weapon Keira Walsh

England is on the verge of seeking revenge against World Cup holders Spain after a challenging campaign that forged team unity.
US politics
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 month ago

Patti Smith Dedicates Protest Anthem To Radio Free Europe Amid Funding Threats

Patti Smith supports Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, emphasizing the critical role of independent journalism amid funding threats by the US administration.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Learn from our Scandinavian neighbours' about crises and war, ministers urged

Independent journalism plays a crucial role in covering important issues without paywalls, ensuring accessibility to all.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

CBS is the latest news giant to bend to Trump's power

Paramount Global settled a lawsuit from President Trump over a 60 Minutes interview, impacting independent journalism.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Zohran-pocalypse

The Nation exposes the administration's unchecked and reckless abuses of power through clear-eyed, uncompromising independent journalism.
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fromPoynter
2 months ago

Advice to fact-checkers at GlobalFact: Innovate, collaborate, uphold ethics - Poynter

"It's between power and independent journalism. And technology that was once a tool, is today a new source of power, because the authors of technology have become a strong power, and they have a new agenda."
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NYC startup
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

HackerNoon and the Sia Foundation Partner to Decentralize Tech Publishing | HackerNoon

HackerNoon partners with the Sia Foundation to decentralize its article storage, enhancing content accessibility and resistance to censorship.
#wealth-redistribution
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Israel killed at least 14 scientists in an unprecedented attack on Iran's nuclear know-how

"The fact that the whole group disappeared is basically throwing back the program by a number of years, by quite a number of years," Ambassador Joshua Zarka said.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

A German court lifts a government ban on a far-right magazine

Germany's previous government banned Compact magazine, with the then-Interior Minister describing it as a central mouthpiece of the right-wing extremist scene, agitating against Jews and democracy.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

NATO leaders are set to agree a historic defense spending pledge, but the hike won't apply to all

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Is HS2 still worth completing, or is it just a 66bn mistake?

The Independent advocates for accessible journalism and highlights the importance of on-the-ground reporting during crucial times.
HS2 faces serious delays and budget issues leading to calls for re-evaluation of the project.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Starmer resists recognising unilateral Palestinian state as Labour split deepens

The UK government, under Sir Keir Starmer, will not recognize Palestine unilaterally, insisting on a two-state solution for peace in the Middle East.
Wine
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

How boring Bordeaux' is having a wine renaissance

Bordeaux wines have a rich history and evolving reputation, reflecting both tradition and modern tastes.
The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism covering pressing social issues.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Israel raids a Syrian village and detains suspected militants; 1 person is killed

The Independent covers crucial issues like reproductive rights and international conflicts with a focus on providing accessible journalism.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Terry Moran Joins Substack After ABC Ouster: Independence Day!'

I can't wait to get at it, to get at the important work that we all have to do in this time of such trouble for our country.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Masked thugs' start fire at leisure centre on third night of violence in NI

The Independent emphasizes the importance of independent journalism in light of societal issues, stressing that support allows for unbiased reporting.
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