January 2026 deadliest month on record for Mediterranean migrants
At least 606 migrants dead or missing in Mediterranean since start of 2026, marking deadliest start to a year in over a decade, UN says.
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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and presidential candidate, dies aged 84
Civil rights leader and two-time Democratic presidential candidate Jesse Jackson dies at 84; he championed the 'rainbow coalition' and fought for racial equality.
Missing Aid Boats Safely Reach Cuba, US Confirms
Two missing aid boats carrying humanitarian supplies to Cuba have safely arrived, the US Coast Guard confirms, allaying fears for the nine people on board.
Syria ceasefire holds but civilians remain fearful
Syria's ceasefire largely holds on first full day; no civilian deaths reported, but sporadic attacks continue. Aid delivery awaits guarantees.
Eid al-Fitr Celebrations Begin for UK Muslims as Fasting Ends
UK Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr on March 20, with prayers in Birmingham and global messages of goodwill.
Music Tuition Firm Leaves Pupils And Teachers In Crisis
Totally Rad music tuition firm leaves pupils without lessons and teachers in despair, with repeated no-shows and slow refunds.
Mother Sues Archdiocese Over Son's Suicide After Expulsion
Mother sues Catholic archdiocese after son's suicide hours after expulsion from Rummel High School in Louisiana.
Taliban Pleads for International Aid as Afghanistan Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 1,400
Death toll passes 1,400 after earthquakes in Afghanistan; Taliban appeals for international aid as rescue efforts hampered by terrain and weather.
Myanmar Leader Calls for Fresh Peace Talks with Armed Resistance Groups
Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing invites armed resistance groups to peace talks by July 31; opposition rejects offer as insincere.
Venezuelans Find Joy at Races Amid Political Crisis
Venezuelans find joy at a horse race amid political crisis, with fans and jockeys focusing on entertainment despite uncertainty.
India's Covid Lockdown Fuels Surge in Child Marriage and Labour
India's Covid-19 lockdown has increased child marriage and trafficking, with a 17% rise in distress calls and families pushed into poverty.
Scottish Teachers' Union Hopeful of New Pay Offer but Strike Still On
Scotland's largest teaching union is hopeful of a new pay offer but still plans to strike on Thursday over a pay dispute.
Japan Pays Singles to Use Dating Apps to Combat Birthrate Decline
Kochi prefecture offers up to 20,000 yen subsidy for dating apps to boost birthrates amid record population decline in Japan.
Global survey suggests Trump's policies boost China's influence
Global survey by ECFR finds most countries expect China's influence to grow while US ally status declines, with Europeans increasingly distant.
Sir David Beckham backs SafeCall campaign to help missing children
Sir David Beckham backs The Independent's SafeCall campaign to fund a 24-hour helpline for missing children, urging public donations.
Iranian Doctors and Lawyers Targeted for Aiding Protesters
Iranian doctors and lawyers face regime reprisals for treating and representing protesters amid deadly crackdown. Trump mulls strike.
Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Remains in Hiding as Feud with President's Son Intensifies
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine remains in hiding after disputed election, trading threats with President Museveni's son and military chief.
Parents Urged to Spot Three Non-Literacy Signs of Dyslexia in Children
Parents are urged to watch for three non-literacy signs of dyslexia, including difficulty with instructions and frustration at school, to aid early diagnosis.
DeSantis Urges Florida Universities to End H-1B Visa Hiring
Ron DeSantis urges Florida universities to end H-1B visa hiring, citing displacement of American workers. Legal experts question state authority.
Sudan landslide kills over 1,000 people, rebel group says
A landslide in western Sudan's Marra mountains has killed over 1,000 people, according to a rebel group. The village of Tarasin was destroyed.
UN warns women's rights progress stalling amid conflict and backlash
UN Women report warns women's rights progress stalling due to conflict, aid cuts, and backlash, despite gains in health and education.
Georgia School Bus Driver Arrested for Drink Driving with Children Onboard
Lori Hagaman, 51, charged with 31 offences after allegedly driving a school bus under the influence of alcohol with 30 children.
Emotional pupils shine in new Educating Yorkshire series
New Educating Yorkshire series highlights pupils' emotional awareness and challenges like tech, vapes and Covid, says headteacher Matthew Burton.
Antisemitism Claims Fuel Academic Freedom Row in US
US campus crackdowns on pro-Palestine protests, justified by antisemitism accusations, are part of a rightwing agenda to curb speech, critics say.
US-Israel War on Iran Emits 5m Tonnes of CO2 in First 14 Days, Analysis Finds
Analysis finds US-Israel war on Iran emitted 5m tonnes CO2 in 14 days, more than 84 low-emitting countries combined, with buildings and fuel fires top sources.
Mother Furious After Muslim Son Given Ham Sandwich at Primary School
Mother Amber Welsh is furious after her Muslim son was given a ham sandwich at Hardwick Green Primary Academy in Stockton.
Storm Amy Forces Many UK Schools to Close
Storm Amy forces numerous UK school closures as amber warnings issued for damaging winds up to 95mph across northern regions.
Judge Hears Harvard Challenge to $2.6bn Trump Funding Cuts
Federal judge hears Harvard's challenge to $2.6bn Trump funding cuts, arguing they illegally pressure the university to adopt government policies.
Sow These Five Seeds in April for a Plentiful Summer Harvest
Gardening expert shares five seeds to sow in April for abundant summer harvests, including cucumbers, lettuce, courgettes, chard, and sweetcorn.
Refugee Firefighters Battle Bushfires in Mauritania
Malian refugee volunteers in Mauritania's M’bera camp fight wildfires using axes and branches, risking snakes and heat to protect their host community.
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