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Staithes is a picturesque village in North Yorkshire known for its stunning coastal views, sandy beaches, and proximity to the North York Moors National Park. The village, dubbed as one of the world's prettiest, offers a rich heritage, cultural attractions like art galleries and an annual Festival of Arts and Heritage, and opportunities for fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coast. Visitors can enjoy traditional fish and chips at Excelsior Fisheries, British pub grub at The...

During PMQs, Keir Starmer called out Kemi Badenoch for her past role as "minister for council tax", after Badenoch accused the prime minister of breaking his promise to freeze council tax. Starmer reminded Badenoch that council tax had also increased when she was in charge, and highlighted that Tory councils were pushing for even higher hikes. He emphasized that Labour councils have lower council tax rates compared to Tory councils. Full Article

Your support helps The Independent to cover important stories from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, ensuring facts are separated from messaging. Donations enable sending reporters to report on critical US issues, providing unbiased journalism accessible to all. Renowned artist David Hockney faces censorship in Paris for holding a cigarette in a photograph advertising his largest career retrospective, sparking a debate on freedom of expression and artistic integrity. Full Article

Loading error occurred while trying to render a player for media content, with specific settings for playback mode, advertising, and customization. Despite the shortfall of vital nutrients in the average American diet, including key vitamins and minerals like A, D, E, C, folate, calcium, magnesium, fiber, and potassium, only a small percentage of the population meets daily recommendations for fruits and vegetables. Nutrition experts are concerned about the negative health outcomes associated with the underconsumption...

British tennis star Fran Jones collapsed during the final set of her match in Colombia, requiring on-court treatment before being assisted off the court in a wheelchair for further assessment. Born with Ectrodactyly Ectodermal Dysplasia Syndrome, Jones defied medical expectations to pursue a professional tennis career, currently ranked 129th in the world. Close friends with fellow Brit Emma Raducanu, they have represented Team GB together and supported each other both on and off the court....

A parent shared on Reddit about accidentally dropping her baby, feeling extreme guilt, and receiving a less-than-sympathetic reaction from her husband. Despite the baby being unharmed, the mother faced criticism from her husband, leading to feelings of inadequacy. Other parents and medical professionals reassured her that accidents happen and offered support and advice on monitoring the baby for any signs of injury. Full Article