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The Bomb squad was called to detonate a car after a man drove through the barriers of a disused Army barracks in Aldershot. The man, armed with explosives, shouted at guards before being arrested by Hampshire Constabulary. The 54-year-old man was taken into custody on suspicion of possessing a knife blade in a public place and criminal damage, with the incident not currently being treated as terror-related. Full Article

A new poll by More in Common reveals that less than half of the British public still see the US as an ally following Donald Trump's recent verbal attacks on Ukraine's President Zelenskyy. Mainland Europeans are even more disillusioned, with only 24% of French and 23% of Germans viewing the US as an ally. Despite this, there is strong unity across Europe, with high percentages of Brits, Germans, and French still considering each other as...

Former Coronation Street star Wendi Peters, known for her role as Cilla Battersby-Brown, has transitioned to a successful career in musical theatre, currently starring in "Glorious" at the Hope Mill Theatre. After splitting from husband Kenny Linden in 2023, she is now in a relationship with Gareth Wale and enjoying life with daughter Gracie. Meanwhile, her on-screen son Sam Ashton has made it to the Dancing on Ice final, despite a mishap from judge Christopher...

President Donald Trump arrives at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida on March 2, 2025, waving and talking on the phone. His golf outings at his Florida courses have cost American taxpayers over $18 million since regaining the presidency, with 13 days of golf in his first 48 in office. Trump's trips involve significant expenses, including Air Force One flights, military transports for his motorcade, and security measures such as police...

Your support helps The Independent cover important stories from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, providing unbiased reporting and analysis accessible to all. At UFC 313, Magomed Ankalaev defeated Alex Pereira for the light-heavyweight title, while Justin Gaethje narrowly outpointed Rafael Fiziev in the co-main event. The event also saw notable wins for Ignacio Bahamondes, Amanda Lemos, and Mauricio Ruffy, showcasing a range of exciting matchups in the octagon. Full Article

Ellen Pompeo, known for her role as Meredith Grey on Grey's Anatomy since 2005, recently shared insights into her experience on the show. She expressed gratitude for the financial security the role has provided, while acknowledging the challenges of portraying the same character for so long. Despite the repetitive nature of the role, Pompeo finds fulfillment in the impact the show has had on inspiring aspiring medical professionals, which motivates her commitment to the series....