Ben Stokes backs Harry Brook to take over as England captain

June 29, 2026 · The Independent

More than 1,300 deaths linked to Europe heatwave, WHO says
France is the worst-affected country in Europe with at least 1,000 deaths in just three days
BT merges with US mobile giant in deal worth billions
BT merges with US mobile giant in deal worth billions
Birth flowers are having a moment – how to choose the perfect blooms for loved ones
Birth flowers may transform the way in which you gift blooms
Kitten stuck inside car engine rescued by police with unlikely tool
A tiny kitten stuck inside a car’s engine in Georgia was rescued by a police officer using an unlikely tool.
Frank Gardner: Navy plans reflect sea change in how wars are fought
The upcoming defence plan reflects rapid changes in drone warfare, our security correspondent writes.