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First independently developed jet breaks the sound barrier over the California desert

A sleek white aircraft has become the first independently developed jet to break the sound barrier

ABC News - 5d

Fears council shake-up could spell end of independent-run areas

Critics say merging smaller councils will make it harder for independents to be elected.

BBC News - 23h

'Not a magician' but Moyes casts spell again at Everton

Just a couple of weeks ago, David Moyes said he "can't magician" Everton to some goals but the manager is waving his wand again in his second spell at Goodison Park.

BBC News - 1d

Amorim: Utd spell most intense, but most special

Ruben Amorim has admitted his first few months at Manchester United have been the most intense of his career but also "the most special."

ESPN - 4d

First independently developed jet breaks the sound barrier over the California desert

A sleek white aircraft has become the first independently developed jet to break the sound barrier

ABC News - 5d

Adil Rashid’s superb spell spins England to victory in third T20 against India

England 171-9; India 145-9; England win by 26 runs Rashid’s contribution vital as England stay in series England want to blow away sides with pace but the slow stuff matters, too. Adil Rashid ...

The Guardian - 5d

Trump Paralyzes Independent Rights Watchdog, Firing Members Selected by Democrats

The move removed three of the four sitting members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board, leaving it unable to act as the Trump administration begins reshaping intelligence agencies.

The New York Times - 6d

Does DeepSeek spell doomsday for Nvidia and other AI stocks? Here’s what to know.

The Chinese AI service has Wall Street worried that it will be cheaper than expected to develop models. But as chip stocks sink, some analysts see a silver lining.

MarketWatch - 6d

‘SNL’ Cold Open spoofs signing of Declaration of Independence with Hamilton, Trump

“Saturday Night Live’s” Cold Open spoofed the signing of the Declaration of Independence, except the scene featured President Trump. The scene began with John Hancock signing the declaration. ...

The Hill - Jan. 26

Trump fires independent watchdogs at multiple federal agencies

President Trump is facing mounting criticism after firing 18 inspectors general from federal agencies that were tasked with monitoring fraud, waste and abuse. This comes after the confirmation of ...

NBC News - Jan. 26

Winter wonder: Jeanette Winterson and others reveal why the cold has them under its spell

Too dark, too cold – winter’s charms aren’t as obvious as summer’s brassy joys. But for Robert Macfarlane, Alice Oswald, Poppy Okotcha and others, this is a rich season. Here, they offer ways to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 26

Trump fires 17 independent watchdogs at US government agencies

Inspectors general at state, defense and transportation departments removed in apparent violation of federal law. Donald Trump fired 17 independent watchdogs at multiple US government agencies on ...

The Guardian - Jan. 25

Phoenix nears dry spell record as drought conditions worsen

Arizona capital, made drier and hotter by climate crisis, edges towards longest streak without recorded rain. The US city of Phoenix is close to breaking another extreme weather record, this time ...

The Guardian - Jan. 25

2025 NFC Championship: Watch as Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker botches spelling of 'E-A-G-L-E-S' chant

Someone give the mayor an 'A'

CBS Sports - Jan. 22

Trump Seeks to Paralyze Independent Privacy and Civil Liberties Watchdog

The Trump White House has told three Democratic-selected members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board to resign or be fired, which would stop the independent agency from functioning.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Independent secures funding from Bill Gates’ foundation

It has given British media group more than $700,000 to fund journalism in ‘under reported’ parts of the world

Financial Times - Jan. 19

AD: Irish prefer independence over vying for bye

Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua said the school prefers to remain independent even though the Irish are ineligible for byes under the current CFP model.

ESPN - Jan. 18

Sun Belt fines Marshall $100,000 for opting out of Independence Bowl

The Sun Belt has fined Marshall $100,000 for opting out of the Independence Bowl last month

ABC News - Jan. 17

Detroit mayor calls for unity in independent run for governor

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime member of the Democratic Party, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his run for Michigan governor as an independent.

NBC News - Jan. 17

GDC reveals finalists for the 27th Independent Games Festival

The Independent Games Festival revealed the nominees for its upcoming awards event, with Consume Me and Despelote leading in nominations.

VentureBeat - Jan. 17

Sun Belt fines Marshall $100,000 for not playing in Independence Bowl

Marshall backed out of the game because so many players entered the transfer portal after coach Charles Huff's departure.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 17

Japanese TV network to open independent probe into alleged sexual misconduct by host

Japan's Fuji Television said it will open an investigation into a high-profile sex scandal linked to one of the country's top celebrities

ABC News - Jan. 17

Garland stresses importance of 'independent Justice Department' in farewell speech

Attorney General Merrick Garland delivered his farewell address to the Department of Justice and emphasized the importance of the department's independence and reflected on his years of service.

NBC News - Jan. 16

The GOP Rivalry That Could Spell Big Trouble for Trump

With Donald Trump's agenda at stake, the top Republican leaders are divided on fundamental questions of strategy.

Politico - Jan. 16

Can the Only Grocery Store in a Rural Michigan Town Stay Independent?

The owners of Honor Family Market are ready to retire. A buyer would face the tight margins of a small business and competition against the giant chains and discount stores.

The New York Times - Jan. 14

Schiff supports 'independent commission review' of California wildfires

Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) said he supports an “independent commission review” of the wildfires scorching large parts of Los Angeles. Schiff joined ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday to discuss the ...

The Hill - Jan. 12

Trump's Talk of Buying Greenland Energizes Island's Independence Movement

Many in the sprawling Danish territory don’t want to sell to the U.S., but they are open to the idea of a closer relationship.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 11

Newsom calls for independent investigation of LA Department of Water and Power

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) called for an independent investigation of the Los Angeles Department Water and Power on Friday amid reported water supply issues during this week's wildfires. In ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Potter’s spell starts with FA Cup exit as Aston Villa battle back to beat West Ham

Graham Potter’s first game back in the dugout for 20 months ended not only in an FA Cup exit, after the brightest of starts, but with the loss of two more strikers as West Ham’s hopes of ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Greenland wants to be independent, not American or Danish, says premier

Múte Egede open to continuing co-operation with US, but rejects Donald Trump’s attempt to buy Arctic island

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Nicola Sturgeon: ‘The independence movement has proven itself resilient’

The former Scottish first minister on SNP scandals, falling out with Alex Salmond — and why pressure for a new referendum will return

Financial Times - Jan. 10

‘No one will stop our people’: Bougainville president defiant in push for independence

Ishmael Toroama tells the Guardian sovereignty from Papua New Guinea is a ‘matter of time’ as long-running process enters next phase . Ishmael Toroama’s life has been dominated by a single ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Independent streak helped build Notre Dame into football’s historic and modern behemoth

Back in the 1920s, the Fighting Irish made what might have been their biggest push to join what would become the Big Ten but the athletic director at Michigan blocked it. Ever since, Notre Dame has ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Trump's NATO Vision Spells Trouble for the Alliance

A call for much higher arms spending and the threat of grabbing allies’ land dial up pressure on members.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

The Long Wave: Andrée Blouin, the unsung heroine of African independence

Politicised by her child’s death, Blouin traded ideas with Lumumba and Nkrumah in the fight for freedom. Plus, Detroit’s Black-led tech boom. Hello and welcome to The Long Wave. Over the festive ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8