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 ...

For children who weren’t eligible for free school meals, unauthorised absence rates dropped to just 2 per cent for the North East, 1.8 per cent in the North West, and 2.1 per cent in Yorkshire.

Countdown is back this week with a new batch of episodes for its 2025 season, and some longtime viewers will realise that one key figure is missing. Starting today (Monday 24th February), Colin ...

Saleng has been a hot topic in local football due to his absence from Orlando Pirates' squad. This unexplained absence has sparked heated debate on social media. It comes as no surprise ...

These very high levels of chronic absence are also causing teachers to feel less satisfied with their jobs. The disappointing results of the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) ...

On Thursday night, the charges took center stage when the school board was asked to approve a list of more than 20 leaves of absence for district staff. The names of staff weren’t identified on ...

This year's meeting is convened at a critical juncture, amid ongoing conflicts in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and is further complicated by the absence of the US. Experts suggest that the ...

Haaland’s absence is not a bizarre tactical tweak from Guardiola. The City No. 9 suffered was substituted in last weekend’s win over Newcastle United after picking up a knee injury.