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Hunter Biden says Democrats lost 2024 election because they weren’t loyal to his father

<p>Lauren Boebert suggested that former congressman Matt Gaetz was an appropriate figure to deliver the ‘truth’ surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s death. </p>

politics

Boebert wants Matt Gaetz to lead special counsel into Epstein files

<p>Brady Kiser (left) could be facing a class 4 felony child abuse charge, say police</p>

crime

Emilie Kiser’s husband could face child abuse charges over son’s death

<p>A volcano erupted on Wednesday in Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula in the southwest, weather authorities said, the ninth eruption to hit the region since the end of 2023</p>

Hotels and Blue Lagoon evacuated as Iceland volcano erupts - Live

crime

Slain American Idol exec and her husband sought private security after series of incidents at their home

Suspect arrested but movtive a mystery in deaths of Encino couple

Emma Watson has been handed a driving ban (PA)

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'Harry Potter' star Emma Watson banned from driving for six months after speeding

<p>Hegseth became irate after a spat between DOGE staffers allegedly ended in the Pentagon police being called, according to a new report</p>

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Hegseth blasts DOGE official who ‘called police to the Pentagon’

<p>Darth Vader’s Lightsaber (Propstore/PA)</p>

Darth Vader’s iconic light saber goes to auction for staggering amount

<p>‘Prioritise sex over everything else’: The 27-year-old has been compared to Anthony Bourdain and Lena Dunham </p>

Internet star Slutty Cheff: ‘Prioritise sex over everything else’

<p>Upon completion in mid-2028, cloud-scraping One Bloor West will have 85 stories </p>

News

Toronto building has become Canada’s first ‘supertall’ skyscraper

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Lupita Nyong’o says she’s been ‘suffering in silence’ with fibroids

Epstein Files Fallout

<p>Popular podcaster Joe Rogan ripped into the Justice Department’s handling of the so-called Epstein files </p>

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Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans break with Trump on Epstein as Joe Rogan delivers scathing rant

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Trump says ‘only bad people’ want to keep ‘boring’ Epstein case going

Trump dodges question on whether he appears in the Epstein files

<p>Actor Kevin Spacey has called for the release of the so-called Epstein files, saying, 'the truth can’t come soon enough'</p>

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Kevin Spacey calls for release of Epstein files

<p>The ‘raw’ video footage released by the Department of Justice of Jeffrey Epstein’s cell door in the hours before he was found dead had nearly three minutes cut out from it, a new report has claimed</p>

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Jeffrey Epstein ‘raw’ prison video had nearly 3 minutes cut out of it, report claims

Trump Reshapes The World

<p>President Donald Trump was in Pittsburgh, where his speech was rambling and full of gaffes.</p>

AnalysisPolitics

Trump just delivered a word salad speech that would’ve got Biden impeached

Trump to send home 2,000 National Guard troops deployed to LA

<p>U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee holds a note given to him by President Trump to be placed in the cracks of the Western Wall, the holiest site where Jews can pray, in the Old City of Jerusalem</p>

politics

Mike Huckabee visits Netanyahu’s corruption trial but is quickly asked to leave

<p>Lisa Murkowski, Mitch McConnell and Susan Collins voted no on the bill, forcing JD Vance to break the tie </p>

politics

Three Republican senators vote against codifying DOGE cuts

<p>MAGA podcaster Charlie Kirk claimed on Tuesday that his previous promise that he was ‘done talking about Epstein’ was only meant for one day.</p>

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Charlie Kirk backtracks after saying he’s ‘done talking about Epstein,’ claims he meant just ‘yesterday’

<p>Trump claims his MIT professor uncle taught the Unabomber - but records say otherwise </p>

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Did Trump’s uncle teach the Unabomber? No. Here’s what really happened

Trump, 79, forgets who is with him on Pittsburgh trip

<p>Vance Boelter, 57, was indicted Tuesday by grand jury for the June 14 incident</p>

crime

Vance Boelter told FBI that Gov. Walz ‘told him to kill lawmakers’

<p>President Donald Trump’s administration has carried out more than 500 bombings since taking office in January</p>

Politics

Trump promised to be a ‘peacemaker’ president. He launched nearly as many airstrikes in 5 months as Biden did in 4 years

<p>Attorney General Pam Bondi looks on as President Donald Trump speaks in a Cabinet meeting</p>

Politics

The Epstein Files: How the saga unfolded within Trump’s administration

<p>President Donald Trump accused political rival and Democrat Adam Schiff of ‘mortgage fraud’ for his Maryland home. </p>

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Trump accuses impeachment leader Schiff of ‘mortgage fraud’ over Maryland home he keeps while repping California

Politics

Trump says he’s going to give ‘low IQ’ AOC and Jasmine Crockett an intelligence test

<p>Georgia Rep. Mike Collins incorrectly claimed the 2020 civil unrest across the nation was Joe Biden’s fault, but President Donald Trump was the one in office at the time. </p>

Politics

Top Republicans says 2020 George Floyd riots were Biden’s fault (despite Trump being president at the time)

<p>Undocumented migrants are not eligible for bond hearings and should be detained ‘for the duration of their removal proceedings,’ according to an ICE memo.</p>

Politics

ICE says migrants are ineligible for bail hearings which could leave them in jail for years while courts hearings play out

News

Trump seen pocketing FIFA medal as he walks on stage to hand Chelsea replica club championship trophy

<p>ICE is expediting the removal of immigrants in the United States to so-called ‘third countries’ that aren’t their own with as little as six hours’ notice, which critics fear is not enough time to mount a challenge</p>

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ICE can expedite deportations to ‘third countries’ with as little as six hours’ notice, memo says

<p>This year, the president reinstated his 2021 executive order to build the National Garden of American Heroes, which plans to include life-size statues of historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln and Julia Child</p>

Trump’s ‘Hero garden’ is coming - where Lincoln will stand next to Julia Child

<p>House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer used a digital signature to sign correspondence related to his investigation into Joe Biden’s use of autopen</p>

Politics

Lead Republican investigating Biden’s use of the autopen frequently uses autopen

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Freddie Prinze Jr reveals hopes for rebooted horror franchise

<p>Giorgia Meloni disclosed that her determination to succeed and her feelings of inadequacy stem from her father abandoning the family </p>

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Italian PM Giorgia Meloni reveals childhood homelessness in new book

<p>The superinjunction was believed to be the first of its kind granted to the British government (Tim Ireland/PA)</p>

Bulletin

How UK defense team covered up data breach that put Afghans at risk of Taliban reprisals

<p>Fauja Singh was widely recognised as the oldest marathon runner in the world </p>

Bulletin

Tributes paid to world’s oldest marathon runner, aged 114

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<p>President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump visit walk across the tarmac at Lackland Air Force Base after meeting with state and local leaders, first responders and victims of last week's flash flooding on July 11 in San Antonio, Texas</p>

How Melania Trump emerged as one of Zelensky’s key allies

Ukraine war latest: Trump says weapons on their way to Kyiv

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Will Smith exclaims ‘I’m Welsh’ as he discovers hometown link

<p>Research as part of the ‘Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns’ study found elevated levels of brain-related biomarkers in adults aged 41 to 56</p>

health

Blood tests could reveal early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, research suggests

<p>Disney OG: Neuschwanstein Castle as seen from the Tegelberg</p>

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The original ‘Disney castle’ finally named as Unesco Heritage Site

<p>Chef Michel Roux will host four exclusive dining experiences for passengers on select Cunard cruises<a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/cunard"> </a></p>

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The Cunard cruise where you can dine with Michel Roux

<p>A transgender bathroom bill was added to Texas’ special legislative session to deal with the deadly flooding event from July 4</p>

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Texas adds transgender bathroom bill to agenda for special legislative session to deal with deadly flooding

<p>A sheriff's deputy pauses while combing through debris on the banks of the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas after floods ravaged the area</p>

climate

Here’s how climate change is making floods more dangerous across the country

<p>A Georgia sheriff’s deputy has been fired after a beloved police dog died in a hot patrol car</p>

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Deputy fired after police dog dies in hot patrol car

<p>A meteor may have led to the formation of the Grand Canyon, a new study has found</p>

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A meteor may have led to the formation of the Grand Canyon, new study says

<p>Residents in San Francisco neighborhoods have been receiving numerous fines for cars parked in their driveways that are slightly sticking out over the sidewalk</p>

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San Francisco drivers ticketed while parking in own driveways

<p>A dolphin wearing a sponge on its nose</p>

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Dolphins learn to wear sponges ‘like a clown nose’ to hunt fish

News

Severance leads the Emmy nominations with 27 nods. Here is the full list of nominees

<p>A new study found that reduced physical activity may not have as large of a role in obesity as our diets. </p>

News

Being a couch potato has long been blamed for obesity - a new study has found the real cause

Top executives have recently departed Tesla after months of turmoil caused by CEO Elon Musk’s stint in politics and a sales slump at the electric car company

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Top executives depart Tesla after months of turmoil and sales slump

<p>A woman who told investigators that her ex-husband was away fishing with his new girlfriend has been charged with murder and tampering with evidence, after his body was found stashed underneath a pile of rugs in their car port</p>

Crime

Woman claimed her ex-husband was fishing with his new girlfriend. Cops say she killed him and hid him under rugs in their carport

The team led by Cyprien Verseux at the end of their nine months of isolated 'winter-over'. He particularly likes how this photo displays the cohesion and friendship of the team, even after such an intense nine months of darkness and hardship

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I spent a year in Antarctica. Here’s what I learned living through nine months of darkness and -112F temps

<p>Energy drinks are marketed as quick fixes for fatigue and performance dips</p>

Health & Families

The energy drink ingredient that might be doing more harm than good

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<p>Salima Jandali says she was harassed endlessly for speaking out over cut corners at JBS USA, which led to lost limbs and amputated digits for workers.</p>

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Worker says she was pushed to falsify safety records and saw employees lose limbs at Trump-aligned meatpacking plant

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Michael Jackson’s estate says they’ve had to deal with ‘issues’ with his ex-wife

News

Americans in 11 states are told to avoid alcohol and caffeine

<p>Nathaniel Levon Curington, 44, and Aimee Renee Curington, 45, are facing animal cruelty charges after authorities say more than 250 animals were found in horrid conditions at their home </p>

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Couple charged with cruelty after being accused of neglecting 250 animals at their home

<p>Mike Waltz claimed his use of Signal was ‘recommended’ through a Biden-era guidance on securing mobile devices</p>

Politics

Mike Waltz blames his Signal blunder on Biden, saying his administration ‘recommended’ the app

Defense Department guidance specifically prohibited employees from using Signal to transmit non-public information

<p>Sharmaine Magan Forpahl, 32, was fatally stabbed in front of her five children at her Ohio home last Thursday</p>

Crime

Mom stabbed to death in front of her five children, aged 7 to 15, as cops arrest murder suspect

<p>Dan Rivera died at the age of 54</p>

Annabelle doll handler Dan Rivera dies while touring US with haunted toy — months after rumors she was missing

<p>Americans plan to spend less on summer vacations this year amid President Donald Trump’s tariff threats</p>

News

Diminished fun in the sun: Americans are spending 25 percent less on summer vacation this year over economic fears

News

Last remaining new car for sale below $20,000 in US to disappear by end of summer

<p>An investigator takes measurements at the Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility in the wake of a deadly fire on Sunday night that killed nine residents</p>

News

Victims are identified in deadly Massachusetts fire that killed nine

<p> Daniel Serafini, now 52, was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in 1992 and went on to play for the Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds and Colorado Rockies.</p>

Crime

Ex-MLB pitcher found guilty of murdering father-in-law in feud over $1.3M

<p>Dr Phil McGraw is launching a new media network less than two weeks after a similar venture went bankrupt</p>

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Dr. Phil launching new media network of ‘citizen journalists’ after his first one goes bankrupt

<p>Denis Richard took the video of the workers capturing the giant manta ray in the water on Saturday.</p>

Outrage after Florida boat captured a protected manta ray on video

<p>KFC's Colonel Sanders will have a more "serious" look on his face in ads throughout the campaign. </p>

News

KFC’s comeback: Chain offers free buckets of chicken to all customers in bid to boost its standing

<p>‘The ring didn't fit you. What did she expect was going to happen?’ one Reddit commenter questioned</p>

News

Woman touched when boyfriend proposes with family heirloom. Then she’s stunned to learn truth behind the ring

<p>John Frank Gibson was arrested on Sunday</p>

Crime

Pastor leaves toddler alone in car while he drinks at bar

<p>A winner has taken home a huge jackpot after placing a $250 bet</p>

NEws

$250 spin on a Vegas machine leads to $1 million jackpot for lucky player

<p>Conor McGregor’s lawyer has agreed to respond to a civil sexual assault lawsuit in Flordia </p>

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Conor McGregor’s Florida sexual assault case moves forward as lawyer responds to civil lawsuit

<p>A poster warning visitors at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming that a shoe-stealing fox has been snatching footwear for weeks</p>

Crime

Sly as a... National park rangers blame sneaky fox for theft of 32 pairs of shoes

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Netflix documentary explores chilling unsolved disappearance aboard cruise

<p>‘It’s as if we’re all supposed to be engaged in some form of self-improvement, the more punishing the better’</p>

How the cult of self-discipline got out of control

<p>JKF assassin Lee Harvey Oswald was on the CIA’s radar months before the former president’s killing, new documents reveal </p>

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CIA has spent decades saying it knew little of Oswald before he killed JFK. New docs show that isn’t true

Culture

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TV viewers celebrate return of ‘most underrated series’

<p>Katherine Timpf attends Variety's New York Party at Loosie's Nightclub on October 05, 2023 in New York City.</p>

Fox News’ Kat Timpf shares update ahead of absence from Gutfeld!

<p>Scandal at the BBC: 'MasterChef' stars Gregg Wallace and John Torode</p>

The BBC is in a British Broadcasting Crisis – and has itself to blame

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Bookshops offer Salt Path refunds after ‘disappointing’ scandal

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John Torode ‘heartbroken’ after MasterChef sacking blunder

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Nadiya Hussain addresses why she was dropped by BBC after 10 years

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Who will replace John Torode on MasterChef?

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Great British Sewing Bee 2025: Meet all 12 contestants

<p>Jim Sturgess in 2024</p>

Jim Sturgess says his early days in Hollywood were ‘a bit scary’

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How much is MasterChef worth to the BBC?

IndyBest

<p>Whether you’re backpacking solo or feeding the family, these tried and tested camping stoves are up to the job</p>

Best camping stoves 2025, tried and tested

<p>I’ve used some of these products for more than a year</p>

Beyoncé’s Cécred review 2025, tested on curly, heat-damaged hair

<p>I’ve been using drugstore makeup for as long as I can remember</p>

Best drugstore foundations 2025, tried and tested

<p>The earbuds have never been cheaper at Amazon</p>

Apple AirPods Pro 2 have never been cheaper — be quick

Lifestyle

<p>‘She took me back! It was touch and go for a while,’ Barack jokingly said</p>

Barack Obama addresses divorce rumors with ‘touch and go’ joke

<p>Measles infections, especially in children, can have devastating consequences</p>

Health & Families

Scientists reveal the long-term impact of measles on children

Learning about water safety is crucial (Alamy/PA)

Health & Families

How to keep your children safe around water this summer

<p>Rachel Bradford was diagnosed with a rare and painful condition after giving birth to her son</p>

Health & Families

Mother’s rare condition ‘brushed off’ by hospital as pregnancy symptom

<p>The sandwiches were created by 26-year-old Connor Blakley</p>

New protein-packed peanut butter and jelly sandwiches sold at Walmart

<p>‘I've said often that I think I would have had more difficulty raising a son,’ Barack said</p>

Barack Obama reveals why it would have been ‘difficult’ to raise a son

Research suggests that exercise can help alleviate sleep-related problems and help you get an adequate amount of rest (Alamy/PA)

Health & Families

What kind of exercise can help improve your sleep?

<p>Leona Lewis will be made an OBE (PA)</p>

X Factor winner Leona Lewis to be given an OBE for services to music

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Rethink summer style with MR PORTER

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Stay connected with half price Jitterbug phones and medical alerts

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Exclusive first look at Charlotte Tilbury’s highly coveted Mystery Box

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Watch: Dramatic flash flood hits NYC subway station

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Lewis Capaldi jokes first child’s birth won’t top Glastonbury 2025 gig

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Watch moment Utah wildfire turns into huge fire vortex

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Subway surfers caught travelling on top of moving train by drone team

Travel

What it’s really like to live in Antarctica

Every year, a few thousand people deploy to live on Antarctic research stations — and go through punishing survival training regimes to do so. Holly Baxter speaks to two former Antarctica residents about what it’s like to spend months isolated in the most remote region on earth

<p>A close-up of Cyprien Verseux in his pared-back protective gear during the summer in Antarctica. During the 24 hours of daylight, people rarely sleep and social activities at the base — from Olympics games to hanging out at on-station bars — are at their peak</p>

<p>Disney OG: Neuschwanstein Castle as seen from the Tegelberg</p>

The original ‘Disney castle’ finally named as Unesco Heritage Site

‘Ludwig II called in not architects, but theatrical set designers who shared his obsession with Wagnerian opera’

<p>There are lots of child-friendly cruises for memorable voyages</p>

8 of the best family-friendly cruises

<p>Cambridge attracts tourists year-round with its historical architecture and world-famous university, but they say they are struggling under the pressure of the crowds</p>

Historic English cities demand right to impose tourist tax

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Everything we know about the Conor McGregor and Azealia Banks 'nudes' scandal

Everything we know about the Conor McGregor and Azealia Banks 'nudes' scandal

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6-million-year old treasure trove discovered deep beneath mountain range

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GTA 6 LIVE: Actress rumoured to be playing Lucia 'deletes Instagram account'

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Gym 'bans women over the age of 24' sparking viral debate

politics

Trump jokes about riling the stock markets at White House Faith Luncheon

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Trump jokes about riling the stock markets at White House Faith Luncheon

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'Your wife will be gone in 2 minutes': Trump makes bizarre joke about economy risks

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Trump's 'breakup' with Putin slammed as president 'outsmarted at every turn'