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Since 1922, when 26 of the 32 counties of Ireland became semi-independent, the tricolor flag of Ireland has been the official flag Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/st-patricks-day-celebrations-green-blue-b2939911.html Author : Bryan McGovern Publish date : 2026-03-17 07:34:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Rob Edwards’ revitalised side almost snatched a third straight win. Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/wolves-brentford-bees-brazil-b2939787.html Author : Andy Sims Publish date : 2026-03-16 22:50:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

White House communications director rages at ‘classless hack’ for joking about first lady’s costly Amazon film Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/jimmy-kimmel-melania-trump-oscars-2026-b2939833.html Author : Joe Sommerlad Publish date : 2026-03-17 03:53:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Kouri Richins, 35, was convicted on all charges after poisoning her husband Eric by lacing his cocktail with fentanyl Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/kouri-richins-utah-murder-husband-verdict-b2939624.html Author : Andrea Cavallier Publish date : 2026-03-17 01:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

‘The Waldo remix,’ joked one onlooker Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/us-soccer-football-world-cup-kit-nike-b2939738.html Author : Ellie Muir Publish date : 2026-03-16 21:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Referee Paul Tierney found himself trapped in the middle of Chelsea’s huddle before their game against Newcastle on Saturday Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/chelsea-huddle-paul-tierney-rosenior-centre-circle-ball-psg-b2939703.html Author : Robert O'Connor Publish date : 2026-03-16 19:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

From drinks to after party planning Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/oscars-2026-winners-behind-the-scenes-tv-b2939631.html Author : Lindsey Bahr Publish date : 2026-03-16 17:26:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Farmers and vegetable producers have warned of rising costs and empty shelves as a result of the Middle East crisis Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/iran-trump-war-food-prices-inflation-nfu-farmers-supermarkets-b2939345.html Author : Millie Cooke Publish date : 2026-03-16 15:18:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

From grilled olives to £7 crisps, restaurants are suddenly cashing in on ‘snacks’ and we’re all paying the price. Hannah Twiggs on the rise of the luxury ‘picky bit’ that used to come for free Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/features/restaurant-snack-trend-olive-chicken-nugget-b2936252.html Author : Hannah Twiggs Publish date : 2026-03-16 11:22:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Ireland narrowly missed out on winning the Six Nations title on Saturday, and Andy Farrell has been linked with a return to Saracens Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/rugby/andy-farrell-ireland-future-six-nations-b2939257.html Author : Edward Elliot Publish date : 2026-03-16 10:12:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The BBC’s new adaptation puts the beleaguered, bespectacled Mary of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ front and centre – and she makes for a delightfully awkward protagonist Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/reviews/other-bennet-sister-review-mary-jane-austen-cast-b2939154.html Author : Helen Coffey Publish date : 2026-03-16 07:36:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Zelensky says Washington had proposed hosting a meeting but Moscow refused to send a delegation to take the talks forward Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/ukraine-russia-war-live-trump-putin-zelensky-drones-peace-b2939115.html Author : Arpan Rai and Nicole Wootton-Cane Publish date : 2026-03-16 05:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

From Kevin O’Leary’s confusing NBA card necklace to ‘Sinners’ star Jayme Lawson’s candlestick-shaped dress, these were the most divisive looks on the carpet Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/oscars-red-carpet-celebrity-looks-fashion-b2937323.html Author : Brittany Miller Publish date : 2026-03-16 01:32:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men’s college basketball tournament as games are set to begin this week Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/us-sport/ncaa-bracket-mens-tournament-teams-b2939019.html Author : Eddie Pells Publish date : 2026-03-16 00:12:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Follow along for the latest updates as ‘Sinners’, ‘One Battle After Another’ and ‘Hamnet’ prepare to duke it out Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/oscars-2026-live-latest-updates-nominees-b2938549.html Author : Adam White,Louis Chilton and Carsen Holaday Publish date : 2026-03-15 21:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

War between US-Israel and Iran enters third week as leaders on both sides signal a push to continue conflict Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/iran-us-israel-war-donald-trump-oil-b2938891.html Author : Rebecca Thomas Publish date : 2026-03-15 19:06:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

From green lemonade at Raising Cane’s to the chance to win a ‘Lucky’ pass at Krispy Kreme, St. Patrick’s Day deals are already in the works Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/st-patricks-day-food-deals-b2938322.html Author : Amber Raiken Publish date : 2026-03-15 14:05:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Both sides are looking to land a potentially vital three points as the battle for Champions League places heats up Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/man-united-aston-villa-live-stream-score-result-premier-league-b2938521.html Author : Chris Wilson and Flo Clifford Publish date : 2026-03-15 14:08:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Harry Styles returned for his second stint as guest host on Saturday Night Live Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/harry-styles-andrew-mountbatten-windsor-snl-b2938796.html Author : Dave Clark Publish date : 2026-03-15 10:42:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Around 12,000 people are expected to attend the al-Quds Day demonstration in London on Sunday Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/al-quds-day-met-police-iran-protest-london-b2938774.html Author : Ted Hennessey Publish date : 2026-03-15 09:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Carolyn Bessette Kennedy and JFK Jr’s public screaming match is one of the most infamous in history. And it turns out that outdoor arguments can actually be great for relationships. Lydia Spencer-Elliott finds out why Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/love-story-arguing-public-carolyn-bessette-kennedy-jfk-jr-b2937040.html Author : Lydia Spencer-Elliott Publish date : 2026-03-15 06:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

England produced their best performance of the competition as they fell to a late 48-46 loss to France, which saw them finish in fifth with one win. Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union/steve-borthwick-england-france-six-nations-b2938717.html Author : Duncan Bech Publish date : 2026-03-15 02:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Montana-set series has received lukewarm reviews across the board Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/the-madison-reviews-michelle-pfeiffer-b2938682.html Author : Ellie Muir Publish date : 2026-03-14 22:22:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

US president urged the UK, China, France and others to send ships to end the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/iran-us-war-trump-live-updates-oil-kharg-island-b2938426.html Author : Bel Trew,Shweta Sharma,Rachel Dobkin,Maira Butt and Nicole Wootton-Cane Publish date : 2026-03-14 22:49:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Singer opened up about her mental health while defending Chappell Roan’s confrontation with the paparazzi earlier this week Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/doja-cat-borderline-personality-disorder-b2938588.html Author : Brittany Miller Publish date : 2026-03-14 16:29:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.