Mountain lion forces two US schools into lockdown
Two schools in Duluth, Minnesota, were placed on secure lockdown after a roaming mountain lion was sighted nearby. Authorities confirm the animal has moved on. Read the full story.
Two schools in Duluth, Minnesota, were placed on secure lockdown after a roaming mountain lion was sighted nearby. Authorities confirm the animal has moved on. Read the full story.
The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Centre, larger than Denver, is now a global hub for tech giants' AI data centres. This boom fuels economic growth but threatens scarce water resources in one of America's driest states. Discover the modern-day gold rush's high st
A Dallas couple's extravagant £5m mansion Christmas light display, featuring giant Grinch inflatables, draws crowds and council ire. Discover the festive feud causing traffic chaos.
A 'danger to life' amber weather warning is in force for south Wales amid heavy rainfall. Dozens of flood alerts are active across the UK. Stay informed and prepare now.
A shocking report reveals 2,955 species in Wales are at serious risk of disappearing. Discover which beloved creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.
Minnesota officials vow to challenge Trump's order ending temporary protected status for Somalis. Legal experts question legality as community rallies against targeting. Stand with immigrants.
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of rival Anglo American after its latest approach was rebuffed. Discover the implications for the planned Anglo-Teck merger and the global mining sector.
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of Anglo American, leaving the path clear for Anglo's planned £39bn copper merger with Teck Resources. Discover the implications for the global mining sector.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces backlash after assigning SWAT teams to protect his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, raising questions about misuse of government resources.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces accusations of abuse of power after his country singer girlfriend was assigned an elite FBI SWAT team for protection. Discover the details of this growing scandal.
Trump administration transfers key education programmes to other agencies as staff describe complete loss of morale and chaotic working conditions. Read the full investigation.
Charity Missing People warns vulnerable children face exploitation due to police failures. The Independent launches SafeCall campaign to help reach every missing child. Donate now.
The Trump administration is accelerating its plan to shut down the US Education Department, transferring major grant programmes to other agencies. Discover the implications.
Storm Claudia batters the UK with a month's rain in a day, causing severe flooding, uprooted trees, and power cuts. See the shocking aftermath and rescue efforts.
Emergency services declare major incident as Storm Claudia causes severe flooding across UK. Four severe flood warnings issued with risk to life. Stay informed about weather warnings.
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Georgia, alleging discriminatory voting practices during the 2020 elections. Discover the details and implications.
Police Ombudsman finds PSNI cybercrime units were under-resourced, failing to manage risk of catfish killer Alexander McCartney who drove a victim to suicide. Read the full investigation.
In a strategic pivot, Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announces groundbreaking critical minerals cooperation with China, reshaping global supply chains and challenging Western dominance in green technology resources.
A Minnesota woman recounts her terrifying ordeal after being violently thrown into Lake Superior's near-freezing waters in what police are treating as a serious assault. The victim suffered hypothermia and shock during the brutal incident near Duluth's Ca
A landmark investigation reveals Minneapolis and Phoenix police departments engaged in systemic discrimination against Black and minority communities, following George Floyd's murder.
Groundbreaking USGS study reveals Minnesota sits atop vast natural hydrogen reserves that could transform clean energy landscape and slash production costs
A federal investigation reveals disturbing patterns of excessive force and rights violations by Jackson police officers, prompting urgent Department of Justice intervention.
Explosive legal filings reveal the US Justice Department faces massive compensation claims from individuals who allege they were wrongfully prosecuted for political reasons during Trump's presidency.
The US State Department launches emergency evacuation flights for American tourists stranded in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa unleashes catastrophic flooding and 140mph winds across the Caribbean.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting criticism over Australia's critical minerals strategy, with experts warning the nation risks becoming a 'quarry with a flag' rather than securing genuine economic sovereignty.
Senior police leaders warn that mounting public inquiries are draining resources and diverting officers from frontline crime-fighting duties across Britain.
A clever new quiz challenges Australians to distinguish genuine critical minerals from fantasy creations. Test your knowledge of the resources powering the green revolution versus Middle-earth mythology.
Home Office-backed initiative sees officers spending hours on fruitless visits while violent criminals roam free. Investigation reveals staggering waste of police resources and taxpayer money.
A landmark agreement between Australia and the United States aims to reshape global supply chains for rare earths and critical minerals, reducing Western reliance on China while boosting green technology development.
The sudden passing of popular wellness blogger Stacey Hatfield at just 38 years old has left the health community reeling, raising urgent questions about natural health practices and medical awareness.