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May 14, 2026
Starmer’s biographer Tom Baldwin offers insight into ‘stubborn’ PM’s psyche amid Labour turmoil
Starmer’s biographer Tom Baldwin offers insight into ‘stubborn’ PM’s psyche amid Labour turmoil
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Trump praises ‘happy and beautiful’ children during crucial China summit with Xi Jinping
Donald Trump praised “happy and beautiful” children during a bilateral meeting hosted by Xi Jinping in China on Thursday (14 May). The US pr...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Why Rayner being cleared over her tax affairs is a problem for Streeting’s bid for No 10
The way is now clear for Angela Rayner to throw her hat into the ring and represent a soft left option for the party in any leadership conte...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
More than 100 peacocks invade seaside town as residents ‘held hostage’ by birds
An Italian seaside town has found itself besieged by a pride of peacocks, as residents complain of being “held hostage” by the colourful bir...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
CBS anchor Tony Dokoupil’s China broadcast ends after medical emergency on air
A dull thud could be heard in the background of Tony Dokoupil’s CBS Evening News broadcast
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Emergency brake needed on ‘runaway’ rent rises, experts warn
Exclusive: New report adds to increasing calls for Labour to combat excessive rent rises
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Starmer latest news: Rayner suggests PM should consider resigning as Streeting set to launch leadership challenge
The prime minister’s former deputy said she has been cleared of wrongdoing over her tax affairs
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Rubio’s Air Force One tracksuit sparks deposed Venezuelan leader Maduro comparisons
Marco Rubio appeared to mock deposed Venezuelan leader Nicholas Maduro in a photo taken aboard Air Force One. “Secretary Rubio rocking the...
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May 14, 2026
Will Starmer resign? Labour leadership battle explained in one minute
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The Independent
May 14, 2026
Britain to enjoy bank holiday sunshine as temperatures reach mid-20s after cold spell
Britain to enjoy bank holiday sunshine as temperatures reach mid-20s after cold spell
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Wes Streeting: From primary school prison visits to the cusp of No 10 – inside the health secretary’s unorthodox rise
His grandfather was an armed robber. His grandmother shared a cell with Christine Keeler. Raised in a council flat in the East End, Wes Stre...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
What is the range of Putin’s RS-28 Sarmat aka ‘Satan II’ nuclear ballistic missile?
What is the range of Putin’s RS-28 Sarmat aka ‘Satan II’ nuclear ballistic missile?
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Why Xi is asking Trump for US and China to avoid the ‘Thucydides Trap’
Why Xi is asking Trump for US and China to avoid the ‘Thucydides Trap’
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Gunshots fired in Philippines Senate as ex-police chief wanted over murder charges
Gunshots fired in Philippines Senate as ex-police chief wanted over murder charges
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Bulletin AM briefing: Trump and Xi Jinping avoid fallout as high-stakes talks end
Here are five of this morning’s biggest top stories
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Starmer leadership latest: Rayner cleared over tax affairs as Streeting challenge expected in hours
The prime minister’s former deputy did not rule out running in any Labour leadership race but said she would not ‘trigger’ a contest
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Main issue in US-China relations emerges after high-stakes talks
Main issue in US-China relations emerges after high-stakes talks
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Boost for Reeves as GDP shows 0.6% growth after days of economic turbulence as Starmer crisis continues
As Starmer’s leadership crisis continues the pound has dropped and investors have been selling government bonds
The Independent
May 14, 2026
One dead, 16 injured as Russia launches overnight attacks in Kyiv
One dead, 16 injured as Russia launches overnight attacks in Kyiv
The Independent
May 14, 2026
UK economy records strongest quarterly growth in a year as GDP increases by 0.6%
UK economy records strongest quarterly growth in a year as GDP increases by 0.6%
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Exclusive: Starmer’s biographer reveals how PM is reacting to potential leadership contest
As Sir Keir Starmer battles for his political survival, the prime minister’s former biographer has told The Independent the PM ‘doesn’t want...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Angela Rayner cleared by HMRC over tax affairs that ‘clipped her wings’
Angela Rayner cleared by HMRC over tax affairs that ‘clipped her wings’
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Vin Diesel pays tearful tribute to Paul Walker at Cannes Fast & Furious midnight screening
Late actor’s daughter makes appearance at special screening
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May 14, 2026
Major airline fails to offer alternative to passenger after cancelling UK-bound flight
Major airline fails to offer alternative to passenger after cancelling UK-bound flight
The Independent
May 14, 2026
US-Iran war live: Tehran threatens UAE over ‘collusion’ with Israel after Netanyahu’s secret visit claim
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi says countries that engage with Israel in hostilities toward Tehran are making a foolish gamble’
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Trump-China visit latest: Xi hails ‘new chapter’ in US-China relations as high-stakes talks begin in Beijing
On his first full day in China, Trump will participate in bilateral talks and take part in a state banquet
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv under major attack as Putin continues deadly assault involving over 800 drones
Ballistic missiles and drones headed for Kyiv as Zelensky warns Kremlin trying ‘overload’ defences
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Iran-US war latest: Tehran vows ‘no place for retreat’ over Strait of Hormuz despite Vance claiming progress
Iran plans to double its income through the vital shipping route as global oil and gas supplies remain upended
The Independent
May 14, 2026
The Traitors India is now on BBC iPlayer. Is it worth watching?
While the show’s core mechanics remain unchanged, the casting and tone mark a significant departure from the British version hosted by Claud...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
California police chief charged with hit-and-run after allegedly clipping driver’s car and fleeing the scene
San Leandro Chief of Police Angela Averiett denied the allegations and said had not ‘knowingly’ left the scene of the collision, which occur...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Watch: No ‘big fat hug’ as Xi and Trump stick to protocol at start of crucial summit
Donald Trump did not receive the “big fat hug” from Xi Jinping that he had predicted ahead of his formal welcome ceremony in Beijing on Thur...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Trump promised to hold 30,000 migrants at Guantanamo. But a year later it’s almost empty, report claims
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The Independent
May 14, 2026
‘Murder Cult’ leader behind neo-Nazi plot to poison students at New York Jewish schools is sentenced
Michail Chkhikvishvili, a 22-year-old Georgian national, was charged with soliciting hate crimes and acts of mass violence and pleaded guilt...
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Livestreamer known for racist videos accused of shooting man
Livestreamer known for racist videos accused of shooting man
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Surfers to launch nationwide protests over failing water system
Surfers to launch nationwide protests over failing water system
The Independent
May 14, 2026
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling’ rise in antisemitism in UK
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling’ rise in antisemitism in UK
The Independent
May 14, 2026
World’s oldest oak tree spared from California developers after years-long battle
Jurupa Oak is a Palmer’s oak that’s 13,000 years old, found in Southern California’s Jurupa Valley
The Independent
May 14, 2026