Meet the 70-year-old debut novelist who turned a self-published book into a global bestseller
Buzzy books are in abundance this summer. Caro Claire Burke’s twisted tradwife tale Yesteryear is still flying off the shelves,…
Demolition complicates the search for bodies after Venezuela’s earthquakes
Demolition complicates the search for Venezuela’s earthquake dead Venezuela has begun tearing down unstable buildings after its deadly earthquakes. But…
In Bandar Abbas, the ceasefire never came
A single mother from Bandar Abbas reflects on the fear and resilience of living through repeated attacks.
How a social media campaign triggered huge migrant surge on Ceuta
Following a court ruling protecting migrants swimming to Ceuta the previous week, accounts called on thousands to go.
The yearly mild weather spell that brings Yemen’s coast back to life
Al-Baldah transforms Mukalla with mild temperatures, beach fun and a rare economic boost for the southern Yemeni city.
Return of goods to markets in Gaza doesn’t mean people can afford them
Displaced Palestinians in Gaza struggle daily to afford food, with soaring prices and limited income opportunities.
Why Ted Lasso divides British and American viewers. It’s complicated
Mention you work for The Independent to an American and, surprisingly often, they’ll ask if you know Trent Crimm. James…
Why are oil companies posting record profits amid Iran war disruption?
Big Oil companies have bagged astronomical profits as the critical Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
Six years after Beirut blast, families fight for truth
The tragedy remains an open wound, with grieving families fighting for accountability.
‘One last chance’: The times Trump threatened Iran, said deal imminent
US president has claimed Iran 'desperate' to do a deal or given Tehran 'last chance' on multiple occasions.