The Independent12 hours agoTrump called military veterans ‘suckers’ and ‘losers’, former Chief of Staff claimsThe Independent - Reann PhilogeneDonald Trump’s former Chief of Staff John Kelly has confirmed some details about his former boss, including a 2020 The Atlantic story that stirred the media and left the former president fuming with rage. John Kelly said Trump turned towards him on Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery in 2017 and said “I don’t get it, what’s in it for them”. He also told how Trump insulted former Senator John McCain and former president George Bush because they are veterans and were shot down during Vietnam and World War II respectively. Kelly also described Trump as a person who has no respect for POWs as he thinks they are ’suckers’ because there is nothing in it for them. He added, Trump did not want to be seen in the presence of military amputees because it didn’t look good for him. Read More Tim Walz introduces himself in first campaign ad since VP nomination Trump’s response as YouTuber gifts him Cybertruck wrapped in photo from shooting Eligibility-row boxer Imane Khelif secures medal in Paris Olympics
The Independent14 hours agoGo to where the wild things are with a safari holidayThe Independent - Simon Calder and Annabel GrossmanA true bucket-list holiday adventure, safaris allow you to explore some of the most breath-taking landscapes in the world while seeing the splendour of nature. Simon Calder and Annabel Grossman guide you through how to see lions, rhino, elephants and much more besides across Africa and beyond on a safari holiday. Whether it’s the Masai Mara in Kenya or following the great migration in the Serengeti in Tanzania, Travel Smart shows you what you can expect and how to have a environmentally-sustainable and memorable adventure holiday. Watch Travel Smart on Independent TV.
The Independent19 hours agoHow to train like an Olympian: Climbers Erin McNeice and Shauna Coxsey share TeamGB strength training tipsThe Independent - Kate GillIn the lead-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, The Independent’s Kate Gill looked into what it takes to train like a Team GB athlete ahead of competing on the world stage. IndependentTV’s How To Train Like A Olympian is a series focused on the individual fundamentals Olympians have to focus on within their training. Olympic finalist Erin McNeice, 20, and Tokyo 2020 Olympian Shauna Coxsey, 31, explore the importance of strength in their sport. Coxsey said: "Climbing is a full-body sport, you are literally holding on with the tips of your fingers and the tips of your toes. We use every muscle in our body, including our brain.” “Strength plays a really important role. There is this misconception that climbing is all about upper body strength, it is not, it is as much about lower body, really strong legs and core strength as well.” Watch more How To Train Like An Olympian episodes here on The Independent’s YouTube. Read More Josh Kerr breaks silence on Jakob Ingebrigtsen exchange before Olympic 1500m race Olympian proposes to boyfriend seconds after 3000m race at Paris games Tony Hawk cheers on 51-year-old Team GB skateboarder friend at Paris Olympics
The Independent1 day agoWatch: Arrests seen on bodycam after violent disorder at Holiday Inn in RotherhamThe Independent - Sophie ThompsonSouth Yorkshire Police have released footage of the moments they arrested a number of people on suspicison of violent disorder - linked to riots outside a Holiday Inn in Rotherham. The hotel became a target as it was believed to be housing asylum seekers in the area. Missiles were thrown and a bin set alight outside the building on Sunday (4 August), with 21 people still wanted in connection. “Am I going in a cell?”, one man asked as he was cuffed outside his home. Eight people have already been charged. Read More Minister says government in ‘state of readiness’ to tackle rioters this weekend Tommy Robinson’s former assistant breaks silence: ‘His ego has made riots evolve’ Journalist narrowly avoids being hit by rock while following riot police in Rotherham
The Independent1 day agoCabinet minister says government in ‘state of readiness’ to tackle rioters this weekendThe Independent - Sophie ThompsonCabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds has revealed that the government are on “high-readiness” over further planned protests this weekend. Over 400 arrests have been made in recent days, following riots across the likes of Hull, Rotherham, Southampton, and Blackpool. 6,000 specially-trained riot officers are expected to be on the streets to deal with any incidents. There are around 40 counter-protests due on Saturday, according to the Stand Up to Racism group. NPCC chair Gavin Stephens said the country is not being “complacent” despite two nights of peace. Read More Masked far-right rioters occupy roundabout surrounded by counter-protesters Tommy Robinson’s former assistant breaks silence: ‘His ego has made riots evolve’ Journalist narrowly avoids being hit by rock while following riot police in Rotherham
The Independent1 day agoReporter goes for gold as he dives into pool fully-clothed on live TVThe Independent - Sophie ThompsonSky reporter Gary Cotterill made a splash visiting Norwich City’s new training pool, when he dived in fully clothed on live TV. Wearing a suit and only removing his socks, he dived into the water, to the shock of the pundits back in the studio, who were left in hysterics at the now-viral moment. Shouts of “What is going on?!” and “Go on Gary!” could be heard from his co-presenters. The new state-of-the-art facility plays home to a 15m length swimming pool, as well as hot and cold recovery baths.
