The Independent – ‘We’ll fight in the forests, in the fields, on the shores, in the streets’
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The Independent – ‘We’ll fight in the forests, in the fields, on the shores, in the streets’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a plea to UK politicians to tackle Russia, The Independent writes. The paper’s front page features an image from a packed House of Commons during the president’s historic speech. MPs gave the Ukrainian president a standing ovation ahead of his address.
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How King Charles and Queen Camilla will spend their 20th wedding anniversary
King Charles and Queen Camilla will celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary in a private and intimate manner. They may choose to spend the day together at one of their favorite royal residences, such as Balmoral Castle or Highgrove House. They may also opt for a romantic getaway to a secluded location where they can enjoy each other’s company without any distractions. The couple may exchange heartfelt gifts and letters to express their love and appreciation
Trump tariffs live updates: Global stocks sink and FTSE sees biggest drop since Covid pandemic on second day of market turmoil
Global stocks sank on the second day of market turmoil as investors reacted to President Trump‘s announcement of new tariffs on Chinese goods. The FTSE saw its biggest drop since the Covid pandemic began, with other major indexes also experiencing significant losses. The Trump administration’s decision to impose tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods has sparked fears of a trade war between the world’s two largest economies. This has led to a sell-off
Plan to improve dentistry has comprehensively failed and it’s actually getting worse, MPs warn
In a recent report, Members of Parliament have warned that the plan to improve dentistry in the UK has comprehensively failed and the situation is actually getting worse. The report highlights a number of issues facing the dental profession, including a lack of access to dental care, long waiting times for appointments, and a shortage of dentists in certain areas. The report also criticizes the government for failing to adequately fund dental services and for
Trump tariffs live updates: Asian markets open in red for second day over US president’s global trade war
Asian markets opened in the red for the second day in a row as investors continued to react to US President Trump‘s global trade war. The ongoing tariffs imposed by the US on various countries have sparked fears of a global trade war, leading to uncertainty in the markets. The trade tensions have also led to concerns about the impact on global economic growth, with many analysts warning of potential negative consequences for the global
Trump tariffs live updates: Markets plummet across Asia as US president sparks fears of global trade war
Here are the latest updates on the Trump tariffs and their impact on global markets: – Markets across Asia have plummeted in response to President Trump’s announcement of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. The Nikkei in Japan, the Hang Seng in Hong Kong, and the Shanghai Composite in China all saw significant drops in their respective indexes. – The fear of a global trade war has been sparked by Trump’s decision to impose tariffs
Voices: Is the NHS in crisis? Join The Independent Debate as public satisfaction hits record low
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK has long been a source of pride for the country, providing free healthcare to all citizens regardless of their ability to pay. However, in recent years, the NHS has faced increasing challenges, leading many to question whether it is in crisis. One of the key indicators of the state of the NHS is public satisfaction, which has recently hit a record low. According to a survey conducted
