A strong earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, causing significant damage and fatalities. This event recalls the devastating 1868 Ecuador-Colombia earthquakes which killed thousands.

On 12 August, a total solar eclipse will sweep across parts of Europe and the Atlantic ocean as the moon passes between Earth and the sun, blocking out sunlight. Parts of the US and Africa, along with ...

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 ...

Day will briefly turn into night for parts of Europe this week as the continent experiences its first solar eclipse in nearly three decades. The rare celestial event on Wednesday will see the moon ...