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Charlie Kirk Fans Donate £175k After Airport Ban

Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk is left 'speechless' as his supporters rally with an incredible £175,000 donation after his controversial airport ban, showcasing immense loyalty and sparking a free speech debate.

Parents lose court battle over son's cancer donations

A High Court rules against parents seeking to transfer £100,000 in cancer donations raised for their late son to his terminally ill younger sister. The charity trustees' decision to use funds for general purposes is upheld.

Widow Accuses Charlie Kirk of Exploiting Veteran's Death

The widow of a US Air Force veteran has launched a scathing attack on American right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk, accusing him of cynically exploiting her husband's tragic death in a political fundraising campaign without her family's knowledge or conse

Mail Metro Media's padel tournament raises £40k for BHF

Mail Metro Media's inaugural charity padel tournament, featuring football legend Joe Cole, was a resounding success, raising over £40,000 for the British Heart Foundation in a thrilling display of sport and generosity.

Scottish Brothers Row Atlantic, Smash £1M Charity Goal

Two Scottish brothers, Ewan and Jamie MacLean, have successfully rowed 3,000 miles across the Atlantic, surpassing their £1 million fundraising goal for the British Heart Foundation and MND Scotland in a heroic tribute to their late father.

JD Vance Channels $15.2M to Trump, Eyes 2028 Run

Exclusive investigation reveals Senator JD Vance's pivotal role as a major financial conduit, channelling millions from wealthy donors to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential war chest and positioning himself as a potential 2028 heir.

Japanese Ambassador's Beer Puns Charm London Event

Japan's Ambassador to the UK, Hiroshi Suzuki, delighted attendees at a London business event with a series of witty beer-related puns, showcasing a lighter side of international diplomacy.

Sir Chris Hoy Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Olympic cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy reveals personal prostate cancer battle as his family starts a vital GoFundMe for Glasgow research, aiming to revolutionise men's health screening.

Glasgow's Willy Wonka Event Disaster: Police Called

Families left furious and in tears after a 'Willy Wonka experience' in Glasgow, advertised with AI-generated imagery, turned out to be a sparse, disappointing set. Organisers issue apology as event is abruptly cancelled.

Daughter of exec killed in explosion gets £70k donations

The daughter of an oil executive who died in a suspected explosion at their £3.5 million home has been overwhelmed by public support, with a fundraising page soaring past £70,000. The tragic incident in Hertfordshire is under investigation by police and f

Trump invites Musk to White House in bid for 2024 cash

Exclusive: Donald Trump has personally courted Tesla billionaire Elon Musk for a meeting at the White House, seeking a major financial backer for his 2024 presidential campaign. The Independent reveals the details of this high-stakes political manoeuvre.

13 Children Orphaned in West Yorkshire ATV Tragedy

A close-knit West Yorkshire community is in mourning after a devastating all-terrain vehicle accident orphaned thirteen children, leaving them in the care of relatives as family and friends rally support.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams flies to Grenada during federal probe

New York City Mayor Eric Adams departs for an unannounced trip to Grenada as a federal investigation into his 2021 campaign fundraising continues. The Independent reports on the timing and details of his Caribbean visit.

Mum, 40, dies from cancer days after diagnosis

Emily Long, a 40-year-old mother from Kent, passed away from an aggressive cancer mere days after receiving her diagnosis, leaving behind a devastated husband and four young children. A community rallies in support.

Khloe Kardashian & Hailey Bieber's Glam Rhode Skincare Event

Khloe Kardashian turned heads in a chic black blazer dress as she joined Hailey Bieber at the exclusive launch for Rhode's new peptide lip treatment in Los Angeles. Get the inside scoop on the glamorous event, the A-list guest list, and the must-have beau

British Grandmother Faces Paralysis in Turkish Hospital

A British grandmother's dream holiday in Turkey turns into a medical nightmare after a fall leaves her facing complete paralysis. Trapped in a foreign hospital with a severed spinal cord, her family launches a desperate fundraising campaign to bring her h

Man's Sudden Unexplained Paralysis Baffles Doctors

A young man's life is turned upside down after waking up completely paralysed with no medical explanation. Doctors at Northwick Park Hospital are stumped by the rare case, sparking a frantic search for answers and a desperate fundraising campaign for spec

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