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INTERVIEW: As she releases a new photobook documenting the creation and subsequent tour of the Pink Floyd star’s fifth solo album, ‘Luck and Strange’, Samson tells Roisin O’Connor how she is ‘endlessly fascinated’ by Gilmour’s playing and the quest to capture ‘something about that expressiveness’

Exclusive interview: British UFC featherweight Wood opens up to The Independent on the dark thoughts he used to get into the frame of mind to fight when his newborn daughter was fighting for her life

NEWS ANALYSIS: Paul Ingrassia’s withdrawal over his alleged ‘Nazi’ admission is a sign that the ability of Trump and the GOP to dictate a narrative in Washington is weakening once again, writes John Bowden

David Brookmyre, who is blind, has waited 18 months for rehabilitation to give him the confidence to go out and about in society

‘He owns this shutdown,’ one Democrat says.

The anti-establishment ex-Marine earned plaudits from some Democrats. Now his comments risk their chances of defeating incumbent Republican senator

Nearly 90 percent of Halloween merchandise includes at least one imported component, according to the Halloween and Costume Association

Although tempting - especially if cramped in economy - the veteran pilot advises against making a switch

Still unbeatably slim, and unchanged in appearance, the Pro is now furture-proofed with Apple’s newest chip

Tameka Empson has shared a Celebrity Traitors behind-the-scenes secret.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have revealed a surprise backstage secret from the show.