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April 24, 2026 · The Independent

Video: Tornado barrels through Oklahoma with emergency declared
A powerful tornado ripped roofs off buildings and knocked down power poles in Oklahoma on Thursday (23 April).
Jack Nicholson celebrates his birthday in rare public photo of Hollywood legend
Jack Nicholson celebrates his birthday in rare public photo of Hollywood legend
All the airlines cancelling flights and adding extra charges amid jet fuel crisis
Jet fuel costs have rocketed amid a global shortage caused by conflict in the Middle East
The Latest: Standoff intensifies in Strait of Hormuz after Trump issues ‘shoot and kill’ order
Tensions have intensified in the standoff between the U.S. and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz
Why doctors advised Beverley Callard to avoid I’m a Celebrity final
Why doctors advised Beverley Callard to avoid I’m a Celebrity final