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Crime

Suspect ID'ed after mass shooting at Michigan Mormon church left four dead and eight hurt

‘Evil is alive’: Mass shooting at Michigan Mormon church leaves four dead and shakes faith communities across the US
Michigan church horror: 40-year-old suspect opened fire on hundreds of Mormon worshipers
Michigan Mormon church burns after gunman opens fire

An FBI Evidence Response Team agent inspects the suspect's truck outside the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan

<p>Donald Trump dove back into the world of weirder, nonpartisan conspiracies - this time focusing on ‘medbeds.’</p>

politics

Trump shares strange AI video promoting imaginary ‘Medbeds’ believers hope will cure all diseases

<p>Dolly Parton promoting her album 'Rockstar' in London in June 2023</p>

Dolly Parton postpones Vegas residency over ‘health challenges’

<p> Sylena Jo Dalton was found murdered in her apartment in 1998 and her 10-week-old daughter, Allyson, was missing. Now, police say they have arrested her killer</p>

Crime

A mom was murdered in 1998 and her baby was taken. Cops say they found her killer, but the child remains missing

<p>A quiet U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility is shown on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 in Portland</p>

Politics

Trump demanded federal Troops go to Portland to protect ICE facility. Arrests outside it have been dropping for months

Country singer sets new record for largest ticketed concert in US history

<p>New York City Mayor Eric Adams has suspended his re-election campaign</p>

Politics

Eric Adams quits New York City mayor’s race

<p>Jennifer Lopez says Ben Affleck divorce was ‘best thing that ever happened to me’</p>

Jennifer Lopez says Ben Affleck divorce was ‘best thing that ever happened to me’

<p>Tilly Norwood, an 'AI actress' created by Xicoia/Particle6</p>

News

Stars speak out after AI actress attracts agency interest: ‘What about living young women?’

<p>In 1989, a young mother was found stabbed to death. Decades later, her two babies, who went missing at the time, have been found alive</p>

Crime

She was buried as a Jane Doe in 1989. Now, her missing daughters have been found alive – and the search for her killer begins

LiveGolf

Europe retain Ryder Cup in nailbiting finish against resurgent USA

<p>The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a recall of approximately 58 million pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products produced by Hillshire Brands after customers reported wood splinters in the batter. Five customers reportedly were injured by the contaminated products</p>

News

Un-fair! Approximately 58 million pounds of corn dogs are recalled because of ‘pieces of wood’

<p>Ashley Ellis, 42, was taken into custody on Thursday as police accused her of child neglect. </p>

Crime

Mom accused of giving 16-year-old daughter a bottle of vodka and custody of a 1-year-old before leaving for two days

<p>A groundbreaking new tool is tracking harmful air pollution in major cities around the world</p>

News

The super-polluters on your doorstep: First-of-its kind map shows just how much pollution is blanketing your city

Politics

Taliban frees a US citizen from Afghan prison

<p>Gregory Ford is in custody in Marion County, Florida, and accused of sexually abusing a teenage girl. </p>

Crime

Traveling veterinarian charged after grooming a 15-year-old who worked for him, cops say

<p>The film, which stars Leonardo DiCaprio as an aging revolutionary, has so far banked $22.4 million in the US</p>

Leonardo DiCaprio’s One Battle After Another tops box office but divides market analysts

Trump Reshapes The World

<p>Marjorie Taylor Greene has spoken out about receiving threats from the White House over her support of bipartisan legislation ordering the release of the Epstein files.</p>

POlitics

‘I do not work for you’: MTG speaks out on growing rift with Trump’s White House over Epstein files

<p>Donald Trump will attend a speech given by his Secretary of ‘War’ Pete Hegseth this week to the nation’s top brass</p>

Politics

Trump to attend Hegseth’s ‘warrior ethos’ speech for generals: report

<p>JD Vance claimed that the Department of Justice was not being politicized under the Trump administration</p>

Politics

JD Vance says ‘certainly gonna be more indictments’ coming against Trump enemies over rest of president’s term

<p>A quiet U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility is shown on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 in Portland</p>

Politics

Portlanders mock Trump by posting pics of peaceful weekend activities in ‘War ravaged’ city

<p>Kilmar Abrego Garcia</p>

politics

Kilmar Abrego Garcia transferred to Pennsylvania detention facility

Pictures of the Week Global Photo Gallery

Politics

Newsom’s newest troll of Trump looks at struggles with escalator and acetaminophen

<p>Kash Patel has walked back claims by his boss Donald Trump that undercover FBI agents may have caused the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol</p>

Politics

Kash Patel denies Trump rant that FBI agents incited Jan 6 riots: ‘Crowd control mission’

Bulletin

<p>Charities like Asthma + Lung UK welcome the findings</p>

Bulletin

New study finds fruit could combat harmful air pollution

<p>Mount Everest</p>

Bulletin

Polish skier completes historic Everest ascent

<p>Many adults do not get enough sleep</p>

Bulletin

How socks can help people fall asleep faster

<p>King Charles III and Prince Harry</p>

Bulletin

Harry addresses ‘false’ reports about meeting with King Charles

More News

<p>Nigel Edge faces charges in the shooting at American Fish Company in Southport on Saturday night. Three people were killed when he opened fire from a boat, cops say</p>

Crime

Three dead and five hurt after suspect opens fire from boat at North Carolina waterfront bar

Madonna says she ‘wouldn’t be here’ if she hadn’t embraced spiritualism

<p>An aerial view of Tesla cars parked in a lot at the Tesla factory on 20 April, 2022 in Fremont, California</p>

Politics

Electric vehicle sales skyrocket as industry braces for impact of Trump’s tax credit change. Will anyone buy one after incentive ends?

<p>Greta Thunberg has hit back at claims that the flotilla of Gaza-bound humanitarian aid ships she is on is a “publicity stunt”</p>

World

Greta Thunberg hits back over Gaza flotilla claims: ‘No one would risk their lives for a publicity stunt’

<p>Izabelle Malmberg is one of a growing number of parents who have adopted the carnivore diet for her three boys, who are all under 7</p>

News

‘Carnivore Kids’ — the babies trading bananas for bone broth

<p>'The Simpsons' is about to begin its record-breaking 37th season on the air</p>

The Simpsons didn’t predict the modern world – it shaped it

<p>Pillars of Creation in NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope’s near-infrared-light view</p>

New study changes what we know about space dust: ‘Not miniature rocks’

<p>Selena Gomez shared photos of her wedding to Benny Blanco</p>

Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco in intimate Santa Barbara ceremony

<p>James Norton in ‘House of Guinness’</p>

Let there be light: Why modern TV shows are so often too dark to see

<p>People under age 45 are more likely to use subtitles than older adults</p>

Why more young adults are turning on TV or movie subtitles

LiveUkraine

Russia using tankers to launch drones against European countries, warns Zelenksy

<p>Russell M. Nelson</p>

News

Russell M. Nelson, oldest-ever president of the Mormon church, dies aged 101

News

At least 4 dead and more missing as devastating flash floods hit Arizona

<p>Humberto rapidly strengthened from a Category 1 to a Category 4 hurricane on Friday, but surrounding high and low-pressure systems are expected to steer it safely out to sea. That doesn’t mean the US is in the clear from potential storms in the coming days. </p>

News

Southeast braces as tropical system with potential to make US landfall churns in the Caribbean

<p>June Bunyan, 37, moved from her home on Scotland’s Isle of Arran to California in order to continue her law career</p>

Crime

New details shed light on marital difficulties before alleged murder of Scottish wife by her American husband

<p>The Colorado man met a woman online who convinced him to convert his retirement savings into a fake cryptocurrency account</p>

News

‘I’ve never guessed I’d be duped like this’: Lovelorn dater loses $1.4 million in romance scam

<p>‘I know in my heart I want to age as beautifully as my mom, and I believe I will,’ Candace Cameron Bure said</p>

Candace Cameron Bure admits struggle with pressure to get Botox: ‘The industry that I’m in is making it so hard’

<p>Americans are concerned about increasing levels of crime across the entire U.S., but less so in their hometowns and cities, a new poll has found. It comes after Donald Trump has deployed members of the National Guard in multiple major cities across the country</p>

News

Americans think crime is increasing across the nation – just not in their city, poll finds

<p>Lola Young performs in New York in September 2025</p>

Singer Lola Young says she is OK after collapsing on NYC stage

<p>A female cartel leader known as ‘La Diabla’ who allegedly sold newborn babies to U.S. couples for up to $13,000 has been arrested in Mexico. Martha Alicia Mendez Aguilar, was picked up in Juarez, Mexico, on September 2</p>

Crime

Cartel leader who ‘sold newborn babies to US couples for $13,000’ is arrested in Mexico

<p>‘I’d tell her something on Sunday between son and mom, and Tuesday I’d read about it in the news or see it in the local paper,’ Matthew recalled</p>

Lifestyle

Matthew McConaughey says he took eight-year break from mom after she leaked stories to press

News

Record-breaking donkey stands at an enormous 5-feet tall

<p>A female cartel leader known as ‘La Diabla’ who allegedly sold newborn babies to U.S. couples for up to $13,000 has been arrested in Mexico. Martha Alicia Mendez Aguilar, was picked up in Juarez, Mexico, on September 2</p>

Crime

Cartel leader who ‘sold newborn babies to US couples for $13,000’ is arrested in Mexico

<p>‘I’d tell her something on Sunday between son and mom, and Tuesday I’d read about it in the news or see it in the local paper,’ Matthew recalled</p>

Lifestyle

Matthew McConaughey says he took eight-year break from mom after she leaked stories to press

News

Record-breaking donkey stands at an enormous 5-feet tall

The Independent Climate 100 List 2025

Now in its second year, The Independent is proud to publish its list of the world’s leading environmentalists – marking the campaigners, change makers and innovators who are working to stop the damage caused by global warming

<p>The Climate 100 List recognises leading advocates for environmental change</p>

IndyBest

<p>Do the serum and supplements live up to the hype and price tag?</p>

I tried Martha Stewart’s skincare line — here are my honest thoughts

<p>These are the supplements that longevity experts take themselves</p>

The best NAD supplements for 2025, as recommended by experts

<p>I've tested it the pace pro for almost a year</p>

I’m a running coach, and I’d recommend this watch for tracking miles

<p>“I have seen so many people with mature skin shy away from foundation as they worry it will make them look older,” says the beauty mogul</p>

The beauty product Charlotte Tilbury recommends for mature skin

Culture

<p>Thomas Skinner with his Strictly partner Amy Dowden</p>

Thomas Skinner addresses ‘onslaught of hate’ over Strictly appearance

<p>Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show in 2026</p>

Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny to headline 2026 Super Bowl halftime show

<p>New footage appears to confirm Holland has returned to work after time off recuperating</p>

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man filming resumes after actor’s injury

<p>Liam and Noel Gallagher hug during a Wembley Stadium show for the Oasis reunion tour</p>

Oasis summon a euphoric and almost sad last hurrah at Wembley Stadium

Terence Stamp filmed sequel scenes for beloved movie before his death

<p>Stephen Fry in the trailer for 'The Celebrity Traitors'</p>

The first Celebrity Traitors trailer’s dropped and it’s full of drama

Lifestyle

Health & Families

GP-backed steps to keeping on top of your mental health this autumn and winter

<p>You may think you're in the driving seat, but are you really calling the shots?</p>

Why you’re not as in control of your life as you thought you were

An arboretum is the perfect place to witness autumnal colours

11 top arboretums to visit this autumn

<p> A bottle of Diet Coke</p>

Diet Coke is bringing fan-favorite discontinued flavor in October

<p>Stress, disruptive noise, artificial light, and screens are keeping many up past their bedtime</p>

Health & Families

The not-so-common tricks to help you fall asleep faster

<p>‘I know in my heart I want to age as beautifully as my mom, and I believe I will,’ Candace Cameron Bure said</p>

Candace Cameron Bure struggles to avoid getting Botox

<p>‘I’d tell her something on Sunday between son and mom, and Tuesday I’d read about it in the news or see it in the local paper,’ Matthew recalled</p>

Matthew McConaughey took eight-year break from speaking to his mom

<p>Weeknight cooking made simple – quick, healthy recipes that don’t skimp on flavour</p>

Six quick and easy recipes with a healthy twist

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<p>Selena Gomez shared photos of her wedding to Benny Blanco</p>

Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco in intimate Santa Barbara ceremony

Greta Thunberg fires back at Trump’s climate change claims

<p>Brazilian skater breaks world record with drop down 22-storey ramp</p>

Brazilian skater breaks world record with drop down 22-storey ramp

<p>Serena Williams find cotton plant in hotel</p>

Serena Williams speaks out over cotton plant as decoration in hotel

Travel

This area in the US makes world’s coolest neighborhoods ranking

The US city comes fifth in the global ranking, which is topped by a neighborhood in Tokyo

<p>The top-ranked US neighborhood, pictured, is full of 'tucked-away bars, specialty markets and eccentric boutiques'</p>

<p>A fifth ship is set to join Royal Caribbean's Icon class series</p>

Royal Caribbean reveals plans for fifth mega cruise ship

<p>In 2007, Machu Picchu was awarded ‘New Wonder of the World’ status</p>

Machu Picchu’s ‘Wonder of the World’ status is at risk

<p>The Bella Rooftop bar is an ideal place for sundowner cocktails, with panoramic views across Porto</p>

11 best hotels in Porto, reviewed

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politics

Trump insists farmers will get payouts from the very tariffs that have hurt them

Trump insists farmers will get payouts from the very tariffs that have hurt them

news

Why is Kneecap's Mo Chara in court today? Fans turn up in support of pro-Palestine rapper

news

Everything we know about Keir Starmer's ‘Brit card’ digital ID and what information it'll hold about you

science-tech

Scientists believe they've discovered the spot where all human life originated

science-tech

Scientists finally confirm what's inside the moon – and it's not what you think

science-tech

Scientists finally confirm what's inside the moon – and it's not what you think

science-tech

Ancient black holes that whoosh past us every decade may be altering Earth's orbit

gaming

GTA 6 LIVE: Huge new character detail 'spotted'