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Rust’ movie crew members settle lawsuit against producers and Alec Baldwin in fatal shooting

9 hours ago | the-independent.com | Rachel Dobkin

The lawsuit alleges that film producers failed to follow industry safety rulesFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
Trump threatens to sue New York Times and CNN over Iran bomb strike reporting

1 day ago | the-independent.com | Rachel Dobkin

Trump’s lawyer claimed the reporting ‘undermined the credibility and integrity of President Trump in the eyes of the public and the professional community’Rachel Dobkinin New YorkFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon falls agonisingly short of becoming first woman to break four-minute mile

1 day ago | the-independent.com | Will Castle

The Kenyan aimed to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutesWill CastleFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
Calls for Scotland-wide seagull summit amid warnings someone could be killed

1 day ago | the-independent.com | Craig Meighan

Tory MSP Rachael Hamilton quoted one Scot as saying people are ‘scared, attacked and traumatised’ by the birds. Craig MeighanFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Championship 2025/26 fixtures - live: EFL opening matches and full schedule revealed

2 days ago | the-independent.com | Michael Jones |Will Castle |Lawrence Ostlere

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. Teams in the Championship, League One and League Two will discover their schedules for next termMichael JonesFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Ecuador recaptures gang leader wanted in the United States more than a year after his prison escape

2 days ago | the-independent.com | Gonzalo Solano |Gabriela Molina

Authorities in Ecuador have recaptured fugitive drug trafficker José Adolfo Macías, also known as “Fito,” more than a year after his prison escapeFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
The non-profit charity where musicians play songs to shelter pets

2 days ago | the-independent.com | Thomas Peipert

Yuvi Agarwal, a 12-year-old from Houston, founded the non-profit Wild Tunes in 2023 to use music to soothe shelter pets. Wild Tunes recruits volunteer musicians to perform in animal shelters, currently operating in Houston, New Jersey, and Denver with around 100 participants. Agarwal and other musicians have observed calming effects on animals, with some becoming more receptive to human interaction and potentially more adoptable.
Swinney apology to Gypsy Travellers ‘significant milestone’, campaigner says

2 days ago | the-independent.com | Craig Meighan

Roseanna McPhee welcomed the First Minister’s formal apology which she said came as a result of years of campaigning. Craig MeighanFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Dubois delivers bold message ahead of Usyk rematch

2 days ago | the-independent.com | Will Castle

Daniel Dubois and Oleksandr Usyk are scheduled for a rematch for the undisputed heavyweight title on 19 July at Wembley. Dubois has stated his intention to retire Usyk, aiming to avenge his controversial loss in their initial 2023 encounter. Speculation about Usyk's potential retirement has intensified following his recent split from his long-term promoter. In their first fight in 2023, Usyk recovered from a controversial low blow by Dubois before stopping him in the ninth round.
Transfer news live: Liverpool out to hijack Gyokeres to Arsenal as Man United make Mbeumo breakthrough

2 days ago | the-independent.com | Miguel Delaney |Will Castle |Jack Rathborn |Lawrence Ostlere

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. Follow all the latest transfer news as the rumour mill whirs with the summer’s second transfer window open for businessMiguel DelaneyChief Football Writer,Richard Jolly,Lawrence OstlereThe transfer window is now open again following the start of this summer’s Club World Cup with clubs able to accelerate deals ahead of the new season.