Bulletin world briefing: At least 40 people drown in France as Europe swelters in heatwave

June 23, 2026 · The Independent

Tucker Carlson brands Republicans ‘treasonous’ as he quits the party
Tucker Carlson brands Republicans ‘treasonous’ as he quits the party
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Trump signs quantum computer executive order for futuristic machines
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Almost two thirds of voters say immigration has worsened since Brexit, poll shows
The survey, conducted by Merlin Strategy for The Independent, found that 55 per cent of people want a return to freedom