Rio de Janeiro’s Christ the Redeemer statue welcomed Taylor Swift to town ahead of her first set of concerts to a massive audience in Brazil. The world’s most famous statue of Jesus Christ, known for its spread-open arms, donned a white, projected “Welcome to Brazil” T-shirt to greet the singer. Following performances in the United States, Mexico and Argentina, Swift is … [Read more...]
Union leader calls Senator Markwayne Mullin ‘greedy CEO’ during committee hearing
The president of the Teamsters Union called Markwayne Mullin a 'greedy CEO' during a committee hearing. Sean O'Brien traded blows with Mullin, a senator and former MMA fighter in a fiery exchange. The senator replied by saying 'you need to shut your mouth.' Watch more from Independent TV at https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/editors-picks Click here to subscribe to The … [Read more...]
Julian Sands: ‘No hard deadline’ for calling off search for missing actor, authorities say
Authorities say there is still “no hard deadline” for calling off the search for Julian Sands, one week after the British actor was first reported missing in the southern Californian mountains. San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said the incident was still being classified as a search and rescue operation, though snow, sleet and fog continued to hinder operations on … [Read more...]
Legendary singer Tina Turner dies aged 83
Legendary singer Tina Turner has died at the age of 83 after a long illness, her spokesman said on Wednesday 24 May. One of rock music's most famous voices, Turner was famous for hits including "Proud Mary" and "What's Love Got to Do with It". "Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near … [Read more...]
Watch again: DoJ addresses classified documents leak after arrest of Airman Jack Teixeira
Watch again as the Department of Justice addressed classified documents leak after the arrest of Airman Jack Teixeira. Jack Teixeira, a member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, has been identified by investigators, senior law enforcement sources told The New York Times and Washington Post. The FBI confirmed it has “made an arrest and is continuing to conduct authorized … [Read more...]
Jack Teixeira’s parents silent as they exit courthouse following son’s arraignment
Jack Teixeira's parents remained silent as they exited the Boston courthouse where their son was arraigned. Mr Teixeira was charged after it emerged he was the likely source of a leak of classified documents from the Pentagon. His parents made the long walk from the court to their car in silence as reporters surrounded them and asked questions. Watch more from Independent TV … [Read more...]
Drake Bell ‘missing and endangered’, Florida police report
Drake & Josh star Drake Bell has been reported missing and endangered by Florida police. On Thursday (13 April), the Daytona Beach Police Department posted an alert on their Facebook page with a picture of the former Nickelodeon star – real name Jared Bell. The 36-year-old actor’s last known location “is potentially the area of Mainland High School” on Thursday (12 April) at … [Read more...]
Gwyneth Paltrow defence shows trial animated reconstruction
Gwyneth Paltrow defence showed on trial an animated reconstruction of the skiing accident. The incident took place on the slopes of Flagstaff Mountain, part of the luxury Deer Valley Resort near Park City, Utah, on 26 February 2016 when Ms Paltrow and retired optometrist Dr Terry Sanderson collided on a beginner’s course known as the Bandana Run. Ms Paltrow claimed it was Mr … [Read more...]
Wall Street Journal reporter seen for first time since being arrested in Russia on spying charges
Russia’s top security agency says it has arrested a reporter for The Wall Street Journal over alleged espionage. Journalist Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Yekaterinburg on spying charges, according to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) – the successor to the KGB. He was brought to Moscow where a court at a closed hearing ordered him held in pre-trial detention until 29 … [Read more...]
Watch again: TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies before Congressional committee
Watch live as TikTok's CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies before Congressional committee as lawmakers scrutinise the influence of Chinese-owned businesses in the US. Watch more from Independent TV at https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/editors-picks. Click here to subscribe to The Independent: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Independent About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The … [Read more...]