38 m. ago Woman in stitches after claiming M&S lampshade makes her room look like popular TV presenter

A woman has shared how her new pendant lampshade she'd bought for her bedroom had an unexpected similarity to a famous face with its distinctive detail - and people are in stitches

Culture

40 m. ago Ringo Starr's debut performance at iconic venue leaves Beatles fans saying the same thing

The Fab Four's legendary drummer took a little detour into country music for his Grand Ole Opry show in Nashville, Tennessee last week – and fans were saying the same thing

Sport

57 m. ago Why this Fife restaurant is still a Scottish icon, as it celebrates its 20th birthday

They’ve got a spectacular location

Politics

63 m. ago Killing Me Softly With His Song singer Roberta Flack dies aged 88

She was known for songs including The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Killing Me Softly With His Song.

Events

71 m. ago Merz strikes urgent tone in calling for more European independence from US

Stance of German alliance’s leader could herald closer ties with France but ‘debt brake’ poses obstacle to spendingGerman election live – latest updatesFriedrich Merz marked his conservative alliance’s victory in Germany’s election by urging Europe to make itself more independent from the US – a project that will be music to the ears of Emmanuel Macron but may turn on whether Merz can build a Bundestag majority to lift the so-called debt brake that slows increases in defence spending.One possibility for the CDU/CSU alliance leader, who is on course to become Germany’s next chancellor, is to claim that the country is in an emergency, to try to force the change through the Bundestag before its dissolution. Continue reading...

Events

86 m. ago Scots could face more drastic transport and heating rules amid 2045 net zero fears

Scots could face more drastic restrictions on transport and heating emissions to keep a legal net zero target on track.

Politics

89 m. ago Roberta Flack, legendary singer behind ‘Killing Me Softly’, dies aged 88

Virtuosic performer, who topped the US charts on several occasions, was the first artist to win the Grammy for Record of the Year in two consecutive years

Events

94 m. ago Roberta Flack, soul and R&B icon behind Killing Me Softly, dies aged 88

Much-loved singer known for Killing Me Softly With His Song, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and duets with Donny Hathaway and Peabo Bryson, had suffered a stroke in 2016Roberta Flack, the US singer behind a string of hits including Killing Me Softly With His Song, has died aged 88. “We are heartbroken that the glorious Roberta Flack passed away this morning, February 24, 2025,” a statement from her spokesperson read. “She died peacefully surrounded by her family. Roberta broke boundaries and records. She was also a proud educator.”With her graceful presence, genre-crossing versatility and ability to give voice to the full range of love’s highs and lows, Flack is widely considered one of soul and R&B’s greatest ever artists. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Oasis fans say 'don't even joke lad' as Liam Gallagher teases set length for reunion

The Oasis frontman has left some fans worried about the set time for The Oasis '25 gigs this summer

Politics

2 h. ago Lauren Laverne felt return to 6 Music ‘might never come’ after cancer diagnosis

The broadcaster took a break from hosting her breakfast programme in August last year after being diagnosed with cancer.

Science

2 h. ago Motherwell and Wishaw Inner Wheel Club receive Scottish Parliament recognition

The ladies were delighted to learn that they had received a letter advising that Motherwell and Wishaw MSP, Clare Adamson, has raised a motion at the Scottish Parliament recognising the club for their longstanding contribution to the community.

Politics

2 h. ago Scullion LAW’s Military Law Service: A force to be reckoned with

Scullion LAW is proud to announce that Senior Solicitor Stephanie Grieve has been shortlisted for the prestigious Military Values in Business Award at the Scottish Forces in Business Awards 2025.

Events

2 h. ago Armed cops in Inverness LIVE amidst reports of "aggressive XL Bully"

Police have cordoned off a house in Inverness

Events

2 h. ago Sequel to beloved 2000s comedy ‘confirmed’ after years of fan demand

It’s been over 20 years since the release of ‘White Chicks,’ and it looks like the Wayans Brothers have finally agreed that ‘it’s time’ to give fans the long-awaited sequel

Politics

2 h. ago Sequel to beloved 2000s comedy teased by star after years of fan demand

It’s been over 20 years since the release of ‘White Chicks,’ and it looks like the Wayans brothers have finally agreed that ‘it’s time’ to give fans the long-awaited sequel

Politics

2 h. ago Homes evacuated after van containing fireworks set on fire in Scottish town

Police believe the van was ‘wilfully’ set on fire

Events

2 h. ago Miss Scotland backs MS charity after beloved cousin's devastating diagnosis

Amy Scott will be raising awareness on the national stage as she represents Miss Scotland.

Politics

2 h. ago Rangers put former captain Barry Ferguson in charge until end of season

Philippe Clement was sacked by club on Sunday evening‘We appreciate Barry and his team stepping into the role’Rangers have placed their former captain Barry Ferguson in charge of first-team affairs until the end of the season following Philippe Clement’s sacking.Saturday’s 2-0 home defeat by St Mirren proved to be the final straw for Clement, with the club announcing the Belgian’s departure on Sunday night after 16 months at the helm. The surprise loss left second-placed Rangers 13 points behind Old Firm rivals Celtic in the Premiership and came after a damaging Scottish Cup reverse to minnows Queen’s Park on 9 February. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Annan Athletic launches share scheme in bid to raise £100,000 in a month

The fan owned club is looking to boost its various football programmes and community schemes as well as carry out a range of improvements at Galabank.

Economics

3 h. ago Lieutenant to gangster dubbed 'The Don' ordered to hand over luxury goods haul

A proceeds of crime action was brought against Paul Fleming after he was jailed.

Events