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Amid a spiralling loneliness crisis, one in five Brits say their social circle has shrunk in the last three years. Helen Coffey looks at whether our high-tech world is to blame – and whether less is more when it comes to friendship Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/friends-friendship-loneliness-social-media-b2756564.html Author : Helen Coffey Publish date : 2025-05-25 05:42:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

There was also glory for Aberdeen as the drama unfolded on both sides of the border. Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league-arsenal-celtic-champions-league-barcelona-b2757383.html Author : Pa Sport Staff Publish date : 2025-05-25 03:30:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Helen Thomson is an absolute delight in this Australian, Nicole Kidman-produced show that’s now arrived on the BBC Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/reviews/the-last-anniversary-bbc-review-b2756663.html Author : Charlotte O'Sullivan Publish date : 2025-05-24 20:50:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Reform UK leader is hoping to appeal to more left-wing voters in his speech next week Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/farage-reform-starmer-labour-child-benefit-cap-winter-fuel-b2757349.html Author : Bryony Gooch Publish date : 2025-05-24 22:45:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Model recently shared a video from the hospital showing her face heavily bandaged Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/chrissy-teigen-surgery-hairline-b2757254.html Author : Inga Parkel Publish date : 2025-05-24 17:56:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Arsenal will play their biggest game in a generation as Barcelona target a hat-trick of titles Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-barcelona-womens-live-stream-score-champions-league-b2757238.html Author : Jamie Braidwood and Ciara Fearn Publish date : 2025-05-24 17:53:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

British artist opened up about his life and work in a rare interview Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/news/damien-hirst-net-worth-property-homes-girlfriend-b2757243.html Author : Roisin O'Connor Publish date : 2025-05-24 15:07:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Afghan commandos who fought side-by-side with UK special forces had been denied help and left to the mercy of the Taliban before ministers announced rethink of cases Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/afghan-triples-special-forces-inquiry-ministry-defence-b2756544.html Author : Holly Bancroft Publish date : 2025-05-24 12:45:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Sharkey urged others to get checked out if they have symptoms Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/prostate-cancer-feargal-sharkey-diagnosis-b2757111.html Author : Jessica Coates Publish date : 2025-05-24 07:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Arsenal are through to their first final since 2007 as Barcelona target a hat-trick of titles Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-barcelona-tv-channel-time-womens-champions-league-b2757122.html Author : Jamie Braidwood Publish date : 2025-05-24 07:36:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

After winning five-star reviews and 13 Olivier nominations, Jordan Fein’s earthy take on the 1964 musical is transferring to the Barbican ahead of a UK tour. Alice Saville speaks with the director and the cast about transplanting their Jewish shtetl Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/theatre-dance/features/fiddler-on-the-roof-barbican-tickets-b2756677.html Author : Alice Saville Publish date : 2025-05-24 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Ukrainian president said 390 prisoners were returned on Friday, with more to follow over the weekend Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/ukraine-russia-war-map-putin-trump-drones-ceasefire-latest-news-b2756408.html Author : Tom Watling and Arpan Rai Publish date : 2025-05-24 02:38:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Five locations in the U.S. will shutter Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/mcdonalds-cosmc-closing-restaurants-b2756994.html Author : Caitlin Hornik Publish date : 2025-05-23 22:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Scotland midfielder produced another huge goal in the title race as Napoli edged Inter on the final day of the season Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/scott-mctominay-napoli-goal-serie-a-title-b2757000.html Author : Sports Staff Publish date : 2025-05-23 21:15:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Duo discussed the series during an appearance at the 2025 Hay Festival Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/james-corden-ruth-jones-hay-festival-2025-gavin-and-stacey-b2756927.html Author : Louis Chilton Publish date : 2025-05-23 18:31:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Ivy League university said the government’s action violates the First Amendment Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-harvard-lawsuit-international-students-b2756856.html Author : Rhian Lubin and Alex Woodward Publish date : 2025-05-23 16:40:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The actor-director discloses her best advice for newbies attending the bustling film festival Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/eva-longoria-cannes-nespresso-b2754362.html Author : Jacob Stolworthy Publish date : 2025-05-23 13:40:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The race for the top-five will go down to the wire in the Premier League Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league-top-five-qualification-permutations-standings-b2756630.html Author : Will Castle and Jamie Braidwood Publish date : 2025-05-23 11:15:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Musician also called for Hamas to ‘stop the war’ as he and his band U2 accepted a fellowship at the 2025 Ivors in London Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/bono-israel-netanyahu-gaza-palestine-peace-b2756524.html Author : Roisin O'Connor Publish date : 2025-05-23 08:44:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

It comes after US president Donald Trump's aggressive tariff plans led to a significant slump in gas and oil prices Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/ofgem-latest-energy-price-cap-household-bills-b2756374.html Author : Rebecca Whittaker Publish date : 2025-05-23 06:31:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The changes will only be affecting restaurants within the United States Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/mcdonalds-opening-hours-change-b2756310.html Author : Caitlin Hornik Publish date : 2025-05-22 21:24:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Littler beat Luke Humphries 6-3 in the final. Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/michael-van-gerwen-luke-littler-premier-league-chris-dobey-sheffield-b2756353.html Author : Jonathan Veal Publish date : 2025-05-22 22:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Jimmy Wayne Carwyle is accused of crashing his car through the front gate of the ‘Friends’ star’s home Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/jennifer-aniston-stalking-trial-jimmy-wayne-carwyle-b2756331.html Author : Kevin E G Perry Publish date : 2025-05-22 22:04:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Shooting victims named as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgram, while suspect identified as Elias Rodriguez Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/washington-dc-shooting-israel-embassy-updates-b2756239.html Author : Oliver O'Connell,Joe Sommerlad,Rachel Dobkin and Erin Keller Publish date : 2025-05-22 20:29:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Andrews has been open about her cancer and infertility journeys Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/erin-andrews-miscarriage-surrogate-b2756221.html Author : Caitlin Hornik Publish date : 2025-05-22 17:48:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.