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Sir Alex Younger, former head of MI6, warns that Britain needs to rearm and build reserves through national service to counter Vladimir Putin's ambitions in eastern Europe and to defend against the threat from Russia. Younger emphasizes the real danger posed by Putin and Trump, who have shifted the rules of global politics, and he expresses concern over Britain's military disarmament and lack of preparedness for a potential conflict. He criticizes the country's lack of...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Bastar Pandum festival, stating that Naxals cannot hinder tribal development in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region and urged them to surrender, emphasizing that no one is pleased by their deaths. Shah reiterated the government's commitment to eradicating Naxalism by March 2026, offering surrendered militants protection and urging them to join mainstream development efforts for the region. He emphasized the importance of education, healthcare, and government services for tribal communities, asserting...

Sharona Nazarian, an Iranian Jewish refugee and new mayor of Beverly Hills, brings a unique perspective to the glamorous city, overcoming challenges and advocating for tough crime policies. With a focus on prosecuting misdemeanors and ensuring public safety, Nazarian's proactive approach aims to protect Beverly Hills from unwarranted attacks. Her centrist and action-oriented leadership style has garnered support from a wide range of political figures and celebrities, reflecting her commitment to improving the city she...

Mobile phone footage challenges Israel's explanation for the fatal shooting of a convoy of ambulances and a fire truck on March 23, which resulted in the deaths of 15 rescue workers. The video, recorded by a paramedic who was killed, shows the clearly marked vehicles with emergency lights on before they were fired upon, contradicting the Israel Defense Forces' claim that they were "suspicious" vehicles. The Palestine Red Crescent Society has called for an independent...

An Oneida County Sheriff’s corrections officer was hospitalized after being attacked by an incarcerated Lee Center man during breakfast service at the Oneida County Correctional Facility in Whitestown. The inmate kicked his cell door open, striking the officer, and then proceeded to hit the officer multiple times in the head. Ethan Adsit, 24, of Lee Center, was arrested and charged with second-degree assault, and the officer was diagnosed with a closed head injury and transported...

Your support allows The Independent to cover stories ranging from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, providing in-depth investigative reporting and documentaries like 'The A Word'. Michelle Williams reflects on Brokeback Mountain's loss to Crash at the Oscars, questioning the latter's victory and highlighting the impact of the former. Despite not winning Best Picture, Brokeback Mountain's director Ang Lee noted possible prejudice among Academy voters and the emotional moment of the loss. Full...