President Trump announces a complete blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers and a historic naval deployment, escalating tensions over the nation's vast reserves. Follow the latest developments.
Keir Starmer's government demands Roman Abramovich releases £2.5bn from Chelsea's sale for Ukraine aid or face court. Read the latest on this breaking political standoff.
The UK Supreme Court has unanimously ruled to prevent a coroner disclosing sensitive security material in a Troubles inquest, a decision with major implications for legacy cases. Read the full analysis.
The UK government will assess a Supreme Court ruling on a Troubles death before deciding whether to reveal the identity of agent Stakeknife. Read the latest developments.
Fans from Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire may be barred from the 2026 World Cup under new US travel restrictions. Discover the full list of affected nations and the political fallout.
Keir Starmer warned that raising salary thresholds for foreign workers could cost the UK economy up to £710m. Read the full analysis from the Migration Advisory Committee.
A Trump-appointed US attorney in Miami is expanding a controversial investigation into ex-FBI and intelligence officials, issuing subpoenas to figures like John Brennan. Legal experts decry it as a politically motivated 'fishing expedition'.
Follow a day in the life of attorney Milli Atkinson as she battles a climate of fear in San Francisco immigration court, where ICE arrests are rising and legal advice is a lifeline.
The Duke of Marlborough, Charles James Spencer-Churchill, is summonsed to Oxford Magistrates' Court on three non-fatal strangulation charges. Read the latest on this developing story.
The United Grand Lodge of England is taking legal action against the Metropolitan Police's decision to force officers to declare Freemason membership, calling it discriminatory and unlawful.
The UK government has confirmed it will rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange scheme. Find out what it means for fees, who is eligible, and the political shift behind the move.
Outgoing Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko accuses former team principal Christian Horner of lying and playing dirty games. Discover the details of the F1 power struggle.
A homeless Nigerian migrant has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for exposing himself and pursuing a woman with a bottle in a Surrey village. Read the full court details.
Jamie Blandford, the Duke of Marlborough, faces three charges of intentional strangulation, Thames Valley Police confirm. Read the latest on this developing story.
Official advisers reveal asylum seekers have an 'unambiguously negative' fiscal impact, costing hundreds of thousands each. Read the full MAC report analysis.
A major survey reveals nearly half of Brits plan to attend a Christmas church service, with young adults driving the trend. Discover the reasons behind this festive revival.
Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch face off in the last PMQs of 2025, debating NHS strikes and the UK's return to the Erasmus scheme. Follow the key moments and political fallout.
Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, describes a 'very productive' meeting with Candace Owens regarding unfounded theories about his shooting. Read the latest update.
President Trump to deliver a prime-time address from the White House at 9pm EST, outlining his plans for the new year and highlighting his administration's achievements. Follow for the latest.
Riot police in Catalonia evict hundreds of undocumented migrants from an abandoned school in Badalona. Mayor cites safety, while lawyers warn of street homelessness. Read the full report.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar faces fierce condemnation after pulling a Muslim doctor's hijab at a public event. Amnesty International denounces the 'assault on dignity'. Read the full story.
Jamie Driscoll, the former Labour North of Tyne mayor, defects to the Greens, citing a party serious about the country's long-term future. This follows a wave of Labour councillor defections.
Victoria Richards invites Independent Women readers to vote in this week's poll on the 'superflu'. Join the debate, see live results, and subscribe to the free newsletter for more insights.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accuses Vanity Fair of a 'bias of omission' in its article on Susie Wiles' Trump interview. Read the full story on the media controversy.
Chinese President Xi Jinping endorsed the conviction of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. The move, criticised by the West, comes before PM Keir Starmer's visit. Read the full story.
President Donald Trump will deliver a live address from the White House tonight. The speech follows his declaration of Venezuela's regime as a terrorist organisation and a complete naval blockade.
Donald Trump's $10bn lawsuit against the BBC is a calculated attack on press freedom. As the corporation faces a costly fight, we examine the absurdity of the case and its implications for the UK-US relationship. Read the full analysis.
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has condemned an ABC 7.30 host for an 'offensive' question about politicising the Bondi attack. Read the full exchange and analysis.
France will require all applicants for multi-year residency to pass a 40-question test on French history, culture, and values from next year. Discover the details and sample questions.
A top Kremlin propagandist has named European capitals Russia 'will destroy', warning a nuclear strike on Britain is 'inevitable'. Experts warn the UK faces its greatest military threat in a generation. Read the full analysis.