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Deaths in Florida and millions without power as ‘storm of century’ triggers flooding

<p>Keyboard theorists with their millions of followers are drowning out critical information</p>

Hurricane Milton conspiracy theories play right into Trump’s hands

CNN host hit by flying debris live on air covering Hurricane Milton

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Jenrick takes aim at Badenoch's 'needless drama' as Tory leadership election ramps up

<p>After many years away, Hart is talking about her experience of long-term sickness </p>

In depth

Miranda Hart, Lyme disease and the doctors that don’t think it exists

<p>Former immigration minister Robert Jenrick has led rebel amendments against the government’s flagship Rwanda scheme </p>

How ‘Robert Generic’ turned into a right-wing Tory leadership hopeful

<p>Unite union general secretary Sharon Graham has said proposed new legislation does not go far enough </p>

Labour’s workers’ bill has ‘more holes than Swiss cheese’

<p>At least 200 men and women in the US have been freed from death row after new evidence cleared them of all charges </p>

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When it comes to the death penalty, there’s one question that matters

<p>Former president Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on Wednesday </p>

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Trump refuses Fox News debate with Harris as he attacks ‘disgusting’ Whoopi Goldberg

<p>Amani celebrated her 23rd birthday in May</p>

Public outcry as zoo euthanises healthy lioness after partner’s death

<p>Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli air strike that targeted the southern Lebanese village of Khiam</p>

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At least 28 killed in ‘Israeli strike’ on Gaza school as Lebanon ceasefire talks ‘intensify’

<p>‘This love affair with soup has since grown into something bigger’ </p>

Soup season: Why Nigella and Ed Balls are cooking for good this autumn

<p>Rafael Nadal won the French Open a record 14 times </p>

Nadal confirms retirement with emotional statement

<p>‘Risky Business wasn’t about lusty teen boys. It was elegant’ </p>

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Rebecca De Mornay: ‘Kevin Spacey was unjustly accused’

<p>Saoirse Ronan and Elliott Heffernan in Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’ </p>

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Steve McQueen’s Blitz is a monumental achievement in British cinema

Watch: Red carpet interview with Steve McQueen and Saoirse Ronan

<p>Gosport War Memorial Hospital in Kent</p>

Police identify 24 suspects in Gosport Hospital deaths probe

Boris Johnson appears confused as he confirms how many children he has

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‘He hid tracker in my child’s teddy’: Billie Piper retells domestic abuse stories in film

<p>Her intervention comes as The Independent campaigns for the Brick By Brick appeal with Refuge to raise £300,000 to build a safe home for women escaping abusive partners</p>

News

The ‘huge problem’ facing the Premier League amid Man City crisis

<p>David Gilmour performs as part of his six-night residency at the Royal Albert Hall in London, October 2024</p>

David Gilmour’s Royal Albert Hall residency is momentous and moving

<p>A rendering of the Venus Stargazer M400</p>

Travel

Ultra high-speed flights one step closer after ‘groundbreaking’ reveal

Lifestyle & Culture

<p>Spirited away: The animal psychic Phoebe Hoffman, who appears in Lana Wilson’s new documentary ‘Look Into My Eyes’ </p>

There’s a reason people visit psychics – whether they’re genuine or not

16 horror movies so scary they traumatised the actors in them

<p>Ian Rankin is publishing his 25th book in his Inspector Rebus series, with the latest finding his Edinburgh policeman behind bars </p>

Ian Rankin couldn’t escape Inspector Rebus – so he put him behind bars

<p>Sarah Ferguson teases Coronation Street cameo as she pulls pints in Rovers Return.</p>

Sarah Ferguson teases Coronation Street cameo

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Kate Middleton quietly shares new photo

<p>Nima Rinji Sherpa during one of his expeditions in Nepal</p>

Nepalese teenager sets record climbing all 14 of Earth’s highest peaks

<p>Researchers found a third of victims faced accusations that seeking justice was a way to take revenge (PA)</p>

Sexual violence victims face rape myths in court, report finds

<p>The PlayStation 5 Pro retails at £699.99 and launches 7 November. The 30th anniversary collection includes limited edition versions of the PS5. </p>

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Where to order the PS5 Pro in the UK

‘Kind soul’, 17, killed in police chase as friend fights for life

<p>Volodymyr Zelensky takes part in an interview in New York City</p>

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Zelensky on what it would take to end Putin’s war on Ukraine in 2025

<p>An artist’s impression of an orbiting star crashing through the accretion disc around a supermassive black hole and causing a burst of X-rays, with (inset) detection of X-rays (purple) with NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, overlaid on a visible light image of the host galaxy</p>

Massive black hole discovery solves mystery that perplexed scientists

<p>When Ray Clements began to lose his sight three years ago, the HMO he was living in quickly became untenable, as he was unable to see when objects were left out creating trip hazards.</p>

Blind man unable to get guide dog while waiting two years for housing

Health

I’ve spent £30k on a miracle cancer drug – it would be free elsewhere

<p>Some patients treated with Enhertu saw their tumours disappear to the point where there was no cancer visible on scans</p>

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<p>‘This love affair with soup has since grown into something bigger’ </p>

Soup season: Why Nigella and Ed Balls are cooking for good this autumn

Gut health made delicious: 6 recipes to nourish your microbiome

Soup season: Why Nigella and Ed Balls are cooking for good this autumn

Head shot of Hannah Twiggs

In an old laundromat near King’s Cross, there is a food bank and community kitchen that is doing more than filling stomachs. Hannah Twiggs visits Cook For Good, an amazing initiative giving dignity back to locals who may be struggling, and checks out their new soup cookbook serving up delicious recipes from everyone from Nigella and Ed Balls

Gut health made delicious: 6 recipes to nourish your microbiome

<p>‘This love affair with soup has since grown into something bigger’ </p>

<p>Christian Brueckner was indentified as a ‘prime suspect’ in the case four years ago </p>

In Depth

‘Gerry McCann broke the secrecy code and told me what really happened’

<p>Henry Tandey is said to have spared Hitler’s life during a battle in France </p>

In Depth

The man who could have shot Hitler and saved 70 million lives

<p>Some patients treated with Enhertu saw their tumours disappear to the point where there was no cancer visible on scans</p>

Health

I’ve spent £30k on a miracle cancer drug – it would be free elsewhere

<p>A woman observes a memorial put up for the innocent people killed by Hamas on October 07 </p>

Inside story

October 7: Is this the most shocking documentary yet?

<p>A woman observes a memorial put up for the innocent people killed by Hamas on October 07 </p>

Inside story

October 7: Is this the most shocking documentary yet?

<p>Barron Trump, only child of Donald and Melania, gives a thumbs-up at his father’s campaign event in Florida </p>

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The secret life of Barron Trump and his next big power move

<p>Fatigue is a symptom of menopause (Alamy/PA)</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

There is an HRT scandal – but it’s not the one Panorama thinks it is

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<p>Grazer was also the winner of the 2023 Fat Bear Contest, at Katmai National Park, Alaska on September 14, 2023</p>

Fat Bear Contest ends with storyline to rival any Hollywood movie

<p>A supporter of slain Mayor Alejandro Arcos prays at the entrance of the municipal building one week after he took office</p>

Mayor in Mexico ‘decapitated by gang’ just days after starting job

<p>Iwao Hakamada flashes v-signs on his way back from a walk in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka </p>

The world’s longest ever death-row inmate is finally free

<p>Yuri Strukov, left, his son Ilya, daughters Nina and Daria, and his wife Svetlana Svetlishcheva, right</p>

Exiled from Russia, a religious group is on edge of vanishing

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Who will be the next Tory leader?

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Should you buy a used electric car?

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How Liz Hurley’s dress was a last-minute miracle

Never Just A Beach

<p>It’s beaches are undeniably stunning, but there’s more to St.Kitts than its captivating coastline </p>

St. Kitts Beyond the Beach: venture deeper with our island guide

<p>Dive into the vibrant islands of Grenada and discover a real feast for the senses </p>

Spice up your life: enjoy relaxation, romance and adventure in Grenada

<p>Enjoy mountain views from the beach, or beach views from the mountains on an unforgetttable visit to Saint Lucia </p>

Mountains to the Beach: how to enjoy seven days in Saint Lucia

<p>Whether you’re a food lover, beach bunny or thrillseeker, adventure awaits in the Dominican Republic</p>

Master the art of adventure in the Dominican Republic

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<p>Saoirse Ronan and Elliott Heffernan in Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’ </p>

Steve McQueen’s Blitz is a monumental achievement in British cinema

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16 horror movies so scary they traumatised the actors in them

<p>Hart in her mega-hit BBC sitcom ‘Miranda'</p>

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Miranda Hart had the world at her feet. Where on earth did she go?

<p>Francis Bacon photographed by Mayotte Magnus in 1972 </p>

Francis Bacon – Human Presence review: the outrage king of British art

Lifestyle

<p>Dryrobes have exploded in popularity for activities like cold-water swimming and paddleboarding</p>

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Everyone needs to stop getting so angry about dryrobes

We’ve reached peak hatred when it comes to this perceived symbol of insufferable middle-class smugness. But since when was it a crime to get multiple uses out of a practical item of clothing, asks Helen Coffey?

<p>Young women shouldn’t need to provide ‘proof’ of period pain </p>

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The proof that medical misogyny starts in school

<p>In recent months, I’ve noticed that Vinted users have developed a slight decorum problem</p>

How Vinted became the most lawless place on the internet

<p>Emily Atack and Joan Bakewell have spoken out about sexist portrayals in the media </p>

in focus

Emily Atack and Joan Bakewell prove that degrading women is depressingly timeless

Prue Leith explains why she doesn’t watch Great British Bake Off

‘I may be imagining this’ admitted the star as she explained the ‘ridiculous’ and ‘awful’ reasons

Prue Leith explains why she doesn’t watch Great British Bake Off

‘I may be imagining this’ admitted the star as she explained the ‘ridiculous’ and ‘awful’ reasons

Rachel Stevens says she ‘isolated’ herself from husband

<p>Trevor Sorbie has revealed he has been diagnosed with terminal bowel cancer</p>

This Morning star Trevor Sorbie reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

Billie Piper says misogyny won’t end by ‘telling boys they’re awful’

Miranda Hart shares ‘hope’ after learning identity of chronic illness

Miranda Hart shares ‘hope’ after learning identity of chronic illness

Gordon Ramsay warns Dua Lipa after trying viral cocktail

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Health & Families

What is Lyme disease, what are the symptoms and how can it be treated?

Fitness & Wellbeing

<p>Vegans can make serious muscle gains with these protein powder picks </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

10 best vegan protein powders for plant-based gains

<p>According to experts, there’s more to consider than just the number of steps you’re taking </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

Why 10,000 steps a day could be insignificant if you’re not doing this

<p>A strong grip can help you both in and out of the gym so use a grip strengthener to develop your forearm muscles </p>

How to use a grip strengthener to build stronger forearms

<p>MyProtein energy gel elite contains fasting acting carbohydrates and electrolytes for hydration </p>

Sports & Fitness

This Myprotein energy gel will help fuel your next long distance run

Beauty

<p>Remove dirt and make-up, while giving your skin a boost</p>

16 best cleansers to help you achieve your skincare goals

<p>The scent collection now has more than 10 iterations</p>

Every Marc Jacobs daisy perfume ranked by a beauty expert

<p>The festive countdown is proving extremely popular </p>

Advent calendars

No7 beauty advent calendar review

<p>Our tester tried full face versions, as well as options for hands and neck </p>

Best LED face masks 2024, tried and tested

<p>Whether you’re looking for a bed to ease back pain or keep you cool, our tried and tested guide is on hand to help</p>

Best mattress 2024: Memory foam, pocket-sprung and hybrids reviewed

Searching for the best mattress? Our experts have tried and tested the top options for back, side and front sleepers from the likes of Simba, Emma, Dormeo and more

<p>How firm your mattress is will affect how well you sleep – the type of firmness you need will depend on your sleeping position, height and weight<em> </em></p>

Mattress buying guide: How to choose the best one for you

<p>While babies ought to sleep on a firm surface, children should have something with a bit more give </p>

15 best mattresses for children that ensure a great night’s sleep

Sport

<p>George Baldock has tragically passed away aged 31 </p>

Baldock dies aged 31 as former club Sheffield United express ‘shock’

Carsley confirms Kane won’t start for England against Greece

<p>A line judge makes a decision on court 18 at Wimbledon</p>

Wimbledon ditches line judges after 147 years

<p>Artur Beterbiev (left) and Dmitry Bivol will clash to crown an undisputed light-heavyweight champion </p>

This weekend, boxing offers up the perfect fight

Independent TV

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Hotel reviews

<p>Sicily is one of the most popular holiday hotspots in Italy – here’s where to stay for the best Italian experience </p>

Best hotels in Sicily 2024, reviewed

<p>Sun, sea, sand... these are the best Greek island hotels you should book now</p>

Best Greek island hotels 2024, reviewed

<p>The French captial has over 1,000 hotels to choose from, whether you are after balcony views or boutique retreats </p>

Best hotels in Paris 2024, reviewed

<p>Edinburgh offers a style for everyone across its hotels</p>

Best hotels in Edinburgh 2024, reviewed

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Scientists find 'giant' dinosaur spider fossil in Australia

Scientists find 'giant' dinosaur spider fossil in Australia

gaming

Nintendo Switch 2 is 'ready' and its release date has been revealed by a games boss

viral

Melania Trump reveals what Donald Trump wears to bed

viral

Tributes Holocaust survivor and TikTok star Lily Ebert dies aged 100

politics

Donald Trump has podcast host in hysterics after calling himself ‘a truthful person'

politics

Donald Trump has podcast host in hysterics after calling himself ‘a truthful person'

celebrities

Taylor Swift has donated $5 million to hurricane relief fund

tv

'A Man in Full's' Tom Pelphrey opens up about shocking full frontal 'erection' scene