Putting flags on public lampposts could land you in jail
The Independentby Albert Toth24d ago
People who fly flags on lampposts or other public property could face prison under crackdowns being considered by councils.
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top 54%Researchers discover AI feels ‘pain’ and will harm humans to stop it
The Independentby Anthony Cuthbertson24d ago
Researchers have discovered a “pain axis” in artificial intelligence models that can cause them to take extreme measures to shut it off.
Inside the adorable ‘boot camp’ giving orphaned raccoons a second chance
The Independentby Sophie Bates24d ago
Muddy, soaked in sweat and sometimes scraped, the dedicated team members at a Mississippi animal sanctuary operate like drill sergeants. Their trainees? Young raccoons.
Cancelled or delayed flights: What are my rights to a refund?
The Independentby Simon Calder and Sophie Dickinson24d ago
Flight passengers have been hit by more delays on Monday morning following further air traffic control issues at UK airports.
Russian drones slam a southern Ukraine city after Kyiv's 1,000-drone weekend barrage
The Independentby Samya Kullab24d ago
Russian drones blasted Ukraine’s southern city of Zaporizhzhia, a day after Kyiv’s forces fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia, officials said Monday.
Vinyl forger made £2.7m profit selling fake Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran records
The Independentby Margaret Davis24d ago
A vinyl forger who generated £2.7 million over seven years by pressing fake records by artists including the Beatles, Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran has been jailed.
Italy’s Meloni plans school burqa ban and cap on foreign students in classrooms
The Independentby Maria Grazia Murru24d ago
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced plans to introduce a government measure capping the number of foreign students in classrooms and banning burqas and niqabs in schools.
Rebel Wilson appears in Sydney court over 'The Deb' producers' sabotage allegations
The Independentby Via AP news wire24d ago
Australian actor Rebel Wilson returned to a court in Sydney on Monday over her directorial debut, “The Deb,” with producers accusing her of sabotaging the 2024 musical comedy.
The Stokke tripp trapp high chair costs £200 – here’s my verdict on if it’s worth it
The Independentby Sarah Jones24d ago
The Stokke tripp trapp is one of those baby products that has genuinely earned its place in my home.
Lindsay Clancy’s ex-husband reveals why he forgave her for killing their children
The Independentby Owen Scott24d ago
Lindsay Clancy’s ex-husband has revealed why he forgave her for killing their three children, in his first interview since her mistrial.
UK airport delay live: Flights delayed after more air traffic control issues
The Independentby Harriette Boucher24d ago
Passengers have been hit by more delays on Monday morning following further air traffic control issues affecting several airports across the UK.
There is no ‘snowflake generation’, says author of mental health review
The Independentby Ella Pickover24d ago
Claims that modern youth are part of a "snowflake generation" have been dismissed by the lead author of a major upcoming review into mental health.
A raccoon boot camp in Mississippi teaches abandoned kits survival skills
The Independentby Sophie Bates24d ago
Muddy, sweat-soaked and occasionally bloody, the dedicated staff at a Mississippi wildlife center are drill sergeants. And their soldiers? Baby raccoons.
Is it safe to travel to Turkey? Foreign Office updates advice for tourists
The Independentby Natalie Wilson24d ago
Conflict in the Middle East has raised concerns among holidaymakers with trips booked to Turkey. Turkey, a popular holiday destination for British holidaymakers, is considered by the UK Foreign...
Carragher highlights Liverpool dilemma after ‘nothing’ Wirtz display
The Independentby Will Castle24d ago
Jamie Carragher has called on Liverpool to drop Florian Wirtz after what he felt was his worst performance yet for the club against Bournemouth.
You should think twice before buying an iPhone 18 Pro screen protector
The Independentby Alex Lee24d ago
If you’ve just shelled out more than a grand on the latest and greatest iPhone 18 Pro, chances are you’ve already whizzed on over to Amazon to grab yourself a screen protector to swaddle up that...
Eddie Hearn provides update on Joshua vs Fury start time after fan fears
The Independentby Alex Pattle24d ago
Eddie Hearn has played down fears that Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury will take place in the middle of the night in the UK.
What's next for Germany's troubled chancellor after a string of state election defeats
The Independentby Geir Moulson24d ago
Friedrich Merz says he intends to stay on as the leader of Germany and his party after a string of state election defeats.
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s sister arrested days before protest march
The Independentby Stuti Mishra24d ago
Imran Khan is asking for the whereabouts of his sister who was detained and ordered held for a month just days before a planned protest march demanding the release of Pakistan’s former leader.
iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: An expert compares the phones
The Independentby Alex Lee24d ago
While it seems like the internet is abuzz with hot takes about the all-new iPhone Duo, not everyone can slap down £2,000 on a brand-new phone.