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The Independent

October 2026

Photos show search of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home as she vows she will ‘not be silenced’

She called the search part of President Donald Trump’s “intimidation” campaign

Children caught playing ‘chicken’ with trains at busy level crossing

We understand this closure may inconvenience some local people, but we cannot ignore the significant risks posed by this behaviour,... This temporary closure gives us the opportunity to assess what further measures may be needed to keep people safe.”... We are asking parents, carers, teachers and the wider community to help us reinforce this vital safety message. Every railway safety conversation could help prevent a tragedy."

Confusion among prison officials after Christa Pike’s botched execution delayed help: 911 audio

Somebody is outside the gate at the prison telling us that it’s real and demanding us to go in. They say they are some sort of state official. I need somebody to get out to the gate and talk to those people.”
Per supervisors here …. we have been informed it is a false call,... There is no medical assistance needed at Riverbend Prison.”
She is grateful to the first responders and her medical team for their care in these extraordinary circumstances. She is continuing to receive medical care at the prison, and we will continue to track her recovery,

Saudis investigate why defense systems failed to stop deadly Houthi attack on Riyadh airport

The incident has exposed vulnerabilities in Saudi Arabia's defense system and signaled a dangerous inflection point in an expanding Mideast conflict

Esmail Baghaeiiranian Foreign Ministry spokesman
We are severely concerned about developments in the Arabian Peninsula,
It has become clear that we are all targeted, and that our security is indivisible,
Salman of Saudi Arabiasaudi Crown Prince
The events of recent weeks are serious,
No one can truly feel the pain of this tragedy,

Revealed: Britain spent £1.1 trillion more on benefits than investment in transport, homes and technology

For decades, governments have tried to compensate struggling regions for economic decline rather than reverse it, using welfare to numb the pain instead of providing a reason to hope.”

Pacific hurricane region sets record for big, long-lasting storms thanks to El Niño

Kristen Corbosieroalbany storm atmospheric sciences professor
It seems like that area is just one after another. So I would not be surprised to have another storm,
Kim Wooduniversity of Arizona atmospheric scientist
This is the first year that both sides have been this active together,
Kim Wooduniversity of Arizona atmospheric scientist
It feels like almost everything that can spin up does spin up,
Philip Klotzbachresearcher
Since September 20th, when Odalys formed, it’s been berserk,

RJ Mitte: Breaking Bad star dies aged 34

It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte,

One of the ‘Cornell 7’ wants a gag order to limit what can be said publicly about alleged gang-rape

Michael Kotlikoffamerican veterinarian and academic
My heart aches when I think of what she experienced,
Michael Kotlikoffamerican veterinarian and academic
I want to acknowledge something that can be difficult for an institution to say,
Plaintiff’s attorney’s media blast was not merely an organic result of inquiry, but has been an orchestrated campaign from the outset,
The Court has already found that information appearing in filed documents was used by online observers to threaten and dox a nonparty’s family after an erroneous address was associated with a Defendant,

Police name man accused of ‘mocking A66 crash’ at Middlesbrough football match

I want to thank the public for their support during this investigation, and thanks also go to West Midlands Police for their collaborative efforts. “... I hope this robust and swift action demonstrates our commitment to making sure football matches are a safe and enjoyable environment for all”.

Pennsylvania reports its sixth measles death this year. RFK Jr’s CDC still says it’s two

More than 4,000 measles cases have been confirmed nationwide this year

Neil Ruhlandpress Secretary
Our team has reached out to the coroner’s office and is conducting a thorough review of the reported death. We will update the public after our investigation is finished,
This is the first death in Franklin County in many years with a patient with a recent history of a measles diagnosis and meets the definition set forth by the Pennsylvania Department of Health for a measles-associated death,

‘Musk’ documentary goes nationwide this week after getting under Elon’s skin

Alex Gibneyfilmmaker
If you’re in a cult and you assume that he’s your supreme leader, then maybe just like the folks in Scientology, you’ll criticize the film and you won’t see it,
Alex Gibneyfilmmaker
I started out doing the film because it was about 21st century power,
Alex Gibneyfilmmaker
Would Musk be able to call Larry or David and say, you know, don’t put this doc on? Yeah,
We also have a lawyer who’s really, really good,
I hope that people will look at some of the stuff that we present in the film and then take it further,

Trump isn’t fully on board with Hegseth’s desire for livestream of firing squad execution: report

JD VancevP
I don't know if that's actually going to happen,
Pete Hegsethdefense Secretary
People need to understand that there are serious consequences for these type of things,
The president wants the bastard to pay, and a public execution might be that extra humiliation [Hasan] deserves,
If I had to bet, I would bet the president doesn't authorize this,
Nidal Hasanfort Hood shooter
We want to livestream that?"... I wasn't involved in that decision, but I understand the decision,
There are two thoughts: Don’t show it and show it. Because, you know, by showing it, maybe other people won’t be doing what he did,

Selma Blair arrested after she bit a flight attendant in alleged plane meltdown: report

Blair was traveling to New York when the incident reportedly occurred

Baby killed after police chasing a suspect on a suspended license ends in 10-car crash

No traffic violation, attempted arrest, or enforcement action diminishes the tragedy of a child losing her life. Our responsibility now is to ensure that the circumstances surrounding this incident are thoroughly investigated while continuing to support those affected,

Katie Price believed teen allegedly raped by ex-husband was ‘afraid’, court hears

I can’t remember the exact messages, but it was that Kieran had tried to kiss her, that he had done stuff to her.”
Definitely a kiss and that he said he loved her."... I wanted to get information out of [the complainant] because it's serious,
Ryan Richterprosecutor
I can’t remember his response but his response all the time was ‘no I hadn’t’.”
Helena Priceamerican pornographic actor
I was shocked… like really shocked. It was a different kettle of fish, it’s a child.”