'Climate crisis is here' says energy secretary

Plus: UK military chief issues stark warning over Russian threat

Monday, November 9, 2026 Good morning and welcome to your daily news briefing from The Independent   The energy secretary has told The Independent that extreme weather across the UK shows why British presence at Cop31 is vital, the UK military chief has issued a stark warning over Russia, and Prince Harry has marked Remembrance Sunday at a service in Northamptonshire. Top stories 1 | Excl: Extreme weather across Britain shows why UK presence at Cop31 is vital, says energy secretary Read more 2 | 'This is the most dangerous period I've known': UK military chief issues stark warning over Russia Read more 3 | Prince Harry spotted in low-key apperance at market town’s memorial service Read more 4 | Farage fury after poll shows Reform far behind Conservatives Read more 5 | Chessington World of Adventures evacuated as police respond to incident Read more Read deeper I’m the psychiatrist who warned about Trump – I fear what comes next Being thin has been declared common. How embarrassing. Greg Wise: ‘Being there at the end of someone’s life is a privilege’ Fort Hood survivor: Mass shooter deserves to die but not Hegseth’s way Trump tears into Zelensky: ‘Time for Ukraine to get a new president’ WATCH  Footage shows moment earthquake hits central Japan as shop windows shatter STAT OF THE DAY 7 The number of people who have died after two trains collide in Egypt. More than 100 people are injured. Read more QUOTE OF THE DAY “I was unfaithful to my wife... My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry.” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits to having an affair with a woman whom US intelligence reportedly suspects is a Chinese spy. Read more Today's top deals Shop stylish footwear, clothing and accessories and enjoy big savings in the ETQ sale. The John Lewis outlet has up to 30% off returned furniture and electricals that have been thoroughly checked for good-as-new quality. Other stories you might like Maya Jama quits as Love Island host to 'throw myself into something new' Trump deserved to be thrashed in the US midterms, says Kemi Britain could rejoin the EU within four years, Barnier suggests 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 Morning 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