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Volodymyr Zelenskyy has refuted a Kremlin "lie" repeated by Donald Trump, who falsely claims Ukrainian troops in the Russian region of Kursk are surrounded by Vladimir Putin's soldiers. Zelenskyy expressed frustration with Russian disinformation and suggested US officials may have been influenced by Putin. Despite Trump's decision to freeze military aid to Ukraine, Zelenskyy insists it did not impact the situation in Kursk, and US and Ukrainian representatives are meeting in Saudi Arabia for further discussions on resolving the conflict. Full Article

Coronation Street fans are surprised to learn of a link between soap star Tina O'Brien and rising TV heartthrob Owen Cooper, who was a student at O'Brien's drama school before starring in the hit show Adolescence. Owen's impressive performance in the miniseries has catapulted him to success, leading to a major role in the upcoming Wuthering Heights remake alongside Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. O'Brien has criticized the industry's bias against Northern talent and highlighted the achievements of her Manchester-based acting school, The Drama MOB, in shaping Owen's career. Full Article

Russian President Vladimir Putin supposedly agreed to a partial ceasefire in Ukraine with US President Donald Trump, but evidence suggests that Russia is continuing to launch drone attacks despite the deal. The Kremlin insists that the ceasefire is still in effect, while accusing Ukraine of breaching the agreement. Despite talks of a potential peace deal, tensions remain high as both sides exchange accusations and the conflict in Ukraine continues. Full Article

Martin Lewis, founder of MoneySavingExpert, warned motorists not to auto-renew their car insurance policies as they are likely overpaying by 18% compared to market rates. With bill increases looming in April for energy, council tax, broadband, and water, Lewis emphasized the importance of checking for better deals to save money, especially as car insurance prices have dropped 19% year-on-year. He advised consumers to use comparison sites and tools like Compare+ to ensure they are getting the best price for their car insurance. Full Article

Woman holding glass of water engin akyurt via Unsplash. Clear urine may not always indicate proper hydration, with straw yellow being the ideal color according to experts. While occasional clear pee is normal, consistent clear urine may signal overhydration, kidney issues, or diabetes, requiring medical attention to prevent potential health risks like hyponatremia. Full Article

Your support enables The Independent to cover crucial stories, from reproductive rights to Big Tech, with a commitment to factual reporting. Donations help fund on-the-ground reporting, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives are heard. Rising costs in the UK pub sector, driven by increased labor expenses and tax hikes, are leading to a projected increase in the average price of a pint to over £5, impacting businesses and consumers alike. Full Article

Teen actor Owen Cooper revisits his Adolescence audition tape with co-star Erin Doherty, following the show's global success on Netflix. The audition tape, which landed Owen his first professional acting role as Jamie Miller, is critiqued by the actors, with Erin poking fun at Owen's younger appearance and hairstyle. Despite Owen's initial dislike of his performance, he ultimately acknowledges that it helped him secure the role in the acclaimed drama series. Full Article

Ivanka Trump has broken her silence regarding the relationship between Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump, expressing her happiness for the couple. The two families have been close, with Ivanka referring to Vanessa as 'Wonder Woman' for her mothering abilities. Woods and Vanessa have been dating since Thanksgiving, with their children attending the same school in Florida. The families are supportive of the relationship, with Don Jr. reportedly cool with it. Elin Nordegren, Woods' ex-wife, was informed of the relationship early on. The couple has been keeping a low profile and spending time together at Woods' home. Despite their high-profile backgrounds,...

In a personal reflection, the author discusses the impact of positive language on children with ADHD, emphasizing the need to understand the unique challenges they face beyond just attention issues. Experts stress the importance of using encouraging words to build self-esteem and resilience, rather than critical or dismissive language that can lead to shame and self-doubt. Practical advice is given on what not to say to a child with ADHD, such as avoiding statements like "If you cared, you'd remember" and "If you tried harder, you'd succeed," and instead offering support and understanding. Full Article

The Liberal Democrats accuse the government of potentially sacrificing support for disabled people to please tech giants like Elon Musk by considering dropping the digital services tax. Labour may seek a UK exemption from Donald Trump's tariffs in exchange for altering the tax, which raises £800m annually. Lib Dem leader Ed Davey warns against appeasing bullies like Trump and Musk, advocating for increasing the tax to 6% to ensure social media giants pay their fair share. Full Article