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Friedrich Merz said the Iranians are negotiating ‘very skillfully’ as he questioned the US exit strategy for the war Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/iran-us-war-live-trump-israel-pakistan-strait-of-hormuz-b2965361.html Author : Stuti Mishra and Alex Croft Publish date : 2026-04-27 11:50:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

A Sumatran orangutan used a canopy bridge to cross a road that had split his community in two in a world-first moment for the species, according to conservationists. Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/lifestyle/sumatran-orangutan-bridge-crossing-video-b2965425.html Author : Holly Bishop Publish date : 2026-04-27 08:35:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Scot won the final three frames to reduce the Rocket’s advantage to two in their second round contest Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/snooker/ronnie-osullivan-john-higgins-world-snooker-championships-b2965384.html Author : Mark Staniforth Publish date : 2026-04-27 06:38:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The controversial film has overtaken the likes of ‘Straight Outta Compton’ and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/michael-jackson-biopic-box-office-record-b2965323.html Author : Kevin E G Perry Publish date : 2026-04-27 02:48:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

More often than not, big stories happen out of the sight of journalists Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/wolf-blitzer-donald-trump-cbs-news-washington-cnn-b2965309.html Author : David Bauder Publish date : 2026-04-26 23:41:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Phevs, which combine an electric motor with a petrol or diesel engine, are often believed to be cheaper than pure electric vehicles Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/motoring/ev-electric-car-cost-hybrid-phev-b2965185.html Author : Neil Lancefield Publish date : 2026-04-26 23:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Arsenal 2-1 Lyon: Mariona Caldeney and Olivia Smith profited from two defensive errors as the Gunners fought from behind to take a slender lead to France in Women’s Champions League semi-finals Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-lyon-womens-champions-league-result-report-b2965222.html Author : Jamie Braidwood Publish date : 2026-04-26 18:52:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Crowds of festival goers were evacuated from the site due to high winds and many were then unable to return Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/stagecoach-festival-evacuation-high-winds-b2965230.html Author : Kevin E G Perry Publish date : 2026-04-26 18:12:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The suspect has been charged with firearms and assault charges, federal officials said. He will be arraigned on Monday Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-shooting-live-updates-cole-tomas-allen-white-house-correspondents-dinner-b2965104.html Author : Josh Marcus,Brendan Rascius,Andrew Feinberg,Eric Garcia,Amy-Clare Martin and Andrea Cavallier Publish date : 2026-04-26 15:47:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Met Gala’s 2026 theme ‘Fashion is Art’ leaves a lot of room for interpretation — but how will celebrities approach it? Amber Raiken speaks to stylists who are dressing VIPs for the red carpet about what to expect Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/met-gala-2026-when-dress-code-b2964595.html Author : Amber Raiken Publish date : 2026-04-26 12:31:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Sabastian Sawe and Tigst Assefa defended their titles in the elite races on a signature day in the sporting calendar Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/general/athletics/london-marathon-2026-live-times-updates-results-weather-b2964359.html Author : Jamie Braidwood Publish date : 2026-04-26 10:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Is it just us, or is TV especially great right now? Our pick of the best shows on telly that you’d kick yourself for missing out on Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/features/best-tv-shows-2026-what-to-watch-pitt-b2963373.html Author : Ellie Harrison,Jessie Thompson,Jacob Stolworthy,Isobel Lewis,Lauren Morris and Patrick Smith Publish date : 2026-04-26 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Questions are being raised about attendees of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner not being asked to show photo identification, with no cross-checking of names, especially with President Trump making his first appearance at the event Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/kari-lake-shooting-security-trump-whcd-b2965057.html Author : Eric Garcia Publish date : 2026-04-26 05:32:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The singer and the NBA star made their relationship red carpet official in July 2025 Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/megan-thee-stallian-klay-thompson-breakup-b2965005.html Author : Amber Raiken Publish date : 2026-04-25 21:35:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

It was Spurs’ first Premier League win in 16 matches but they remain two points from safety. Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/roberto-de-zerbi-xavi-simons-dominic-solanke-premier-league-london-b2964960.html Author : George Sessions Publish date : 2026-04-25 23:56:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

‘I dunno why people take it so seriously,’ commented the Twelfth Doctor Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/doctor-who-peter-capaldi-whittaker-gatwa-b2965006.html Author : Kevin E G Perry Publish date : 2026-04-25 21:31:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Tim Means was arrested and then released after being charged with a felony count of child abuse Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/tim-means-ufc-arrest-child-abuse-b2964942.html Author : Andrea Cavallier Publish date : 2026-04-25 19:05:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Five-a-day is one of the most recognisable public health messages – even if most UK adults still fall short of it Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/jamie-oliver-fruit-vegetables-five-a-day-meaning-b2964915.html Author : Catherine Norton Publish date : 2026-04-25 15:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Tottenham start the weekend still in the relegation zone after seeing victory snatched at the death against Brighton last time out Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/wolves-tottenham-live-score-result-premier-league-b2963475.html Author : Luke Baker Publish date : 2026-04-25 14:34:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Prime Video’s superhero satire won’t be back on our screens, but another ‘The Boys’ spin-off will be out next year Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/gen-v-cancelled-the-boys-prime-video-b2964843.html Author : Lauren Morris Publish date : 2026-04-25 11:53:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Police have cordoned off the property while work is done to establish the cause of the fire Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/wolverhampton-house-fire-mason-street-b2964821.html Author : Amy-Clare Martin and Jordan Reynolds Publish date : 2026-04-25 09:26:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

A growing row over ‘gentle parenting’ has split our community, with readers divided between those who say too few rules at home are fuelling poor behaviour in schools, and others who insist a calmer, more respectful approach can still raise confident, well-rounded children Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/gentle-parenting-children-behaviour-discipline-schools-b2964394.html Author : Independent and Lauren MacDougall Publish date : 2026-04-25 07:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Sophie Martin will take to the start line at the London Marathon just 10 weeks after undergoing heart surgery Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/general/athletics/london-marathon-sophie-martin-heart-surgery-b2964557.html Author : Jasmine Norden Publish date : 2026-04-24 23:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Bullard discussed their explosive row on the show, claiming Thomas dropped ‘c-bombs’ Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/adam-thomas-jimy-bullard-winner-b2964714.html Author : Carla Feric Publish date : 2026-04-24 22:22:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Members of the screenwriters union have ratified a four-year agreement with Hollywood studios Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/news/screenwriters-hollywood-los-angeles-sean-astin-sagaftra-b2964726.html Author : Andrew Dalton Publish date : 2026-04-24 23:04:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.