Missing People launches new SafeCall lifeline after The Independent’s successful campaign

Plus: Trump backs Kristi Noem as calls mount for her to be fired

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Good morning and welcome to your daily news briefing from The Independent.   With the support of The Independent's readers, the charity Missing People has launched its new SafeCall service, Angela Rayner says she is "not dead yet" as allies claim she would have the support necessary to back a leadership bid, and MPs have warned Britain must prepare for war. Top stories 1 | Missing People launches new SafeCall lifeline after The Independent's successful campaign Read more 2 | Trump backs Kristi Noem as calls mount for her to be fired after Alex Pretti shooting Read more 3 | Rayner says she 'not dead yet' as supporters plot Starmer's downfall Read more 4 | GB News presenter unveiled as Reform candidate for Gorton and Denton by-election Read more 5 | Britain must get 'war ready' and can no longer rely on the US, MPs say Read more Editors' picks From slogans to uniform– the Nazification of ICE is everywhere Nigella Lawson cannot save Bake Off from its real problem With Suella Braverman's defection, Reform UK is filling up nicely with all the 'wrong' Tories Your Views Your Views 'It's chaos': Readers on Britain's broken political system We're on our fifth prime minister in ten years, so let's go for it again. A new PM, a new administration – it'll take them a few years to find their feet and all will be fine. This is pie-in-the-sky thinking. It's chaos. Chaos under the Conservatives, and now chaos under Labour.   mG123 Get involved and share your views here. Don't forget to complete your registration You haven't completed your registration with The Independent. It's free, quick, and helps support our journalism while tailoring your experience. Register now to enjoy benefits including access to limited Premium articles, The Independent app, more than 20 newsletters and commenting on independent.co.uk. Complete your registration today to unlock access. WATCH  Cruise ship is freed by US Cutter after getting stuck in Antarctic ice STAT OF THE DAY 85 seconds The Doomsday Clock has moved forward to 85 seconds until midnight, as leading experts warn that humanity is closer than ever to global catastrophe. Read more QUOTE OF THE DAY "Wholly inadequate" Rachel Reeves is facing backlash from Labour MPs, pub landlords and business owners after the Treasury announced a 15 per cent cut in business rates bills. Read more Other stories you might like Labour councillors made 'vile' and 'racist' remarks in WhatsApp chat Why Starmer's China trip has come at the worst possible time Trump officially pulls US out of landmark Paris climate deal again Hurry – Hoover's cordless vacuum bundle is now £58 with code: "HF4-120". Walk away with a deal on this sock bundle at Peper Harow. Choosing The Independent as one of your preferred sources ensures that you'll see our coverage more prominently displayed in your searches. That way, you can be sure you're accessing the latest headlines from a trusted source. SOURCE PREFERENCES Join the conversation and follow us Download our apps: Please do not reply directly to this email   You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Evening Headlines newsletter.   To unsubscribe from The Independent's Morning Headlines newsletter, or to manage your email preferences please click here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345 Read our privacy policy and cookie policy