From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

A fire service has axed the use of Fireman Sam because the character is 'outdated' and 'not inclusive'. The decision to do away with a mascot from the kids TV show, in an effort to encourage more ...

A drowning cat was heroically saved after firemen brought him back to life with a mini oxygen mask. The animal - named Splash by his rescuers - was hauled from a river by two members of the public.