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Curtis Pritchard's villa comeback has set off some unexpected feelings among Love Island viewers.

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The grieving mother has been handed an eviction notice after planning permission was granted to convert it into a children’s home.

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1 hour ago Brad Pitt scammer who conned French woman out of £700,000 is tracked down in Nigeria... and revealed to be posing as another A

Marwan Ouarab, founder of the site Find My Scammer, has been helping victim Anne to find the person responsible for scamming her out of £697,000 using deep fake images.

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4 hours ago Arsenal star labelled 'phenomenal' by Mikel Arteta as transfer message sent

Mikel Arteta is looking to strengthen his squad this month, with Arsenal currently missing several key players through injury including Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus

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47 minutes ago Tributes flood in for Paul Danan after Hollyoaks star's shock death at 46

The actor was best known for his role on the Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks , before appearing on the reality series Celebrity Love Island and Celebrity Big Brother .

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13 hours ago Nicola Sturgeon and best pal Val McDermid at Glasgow Comedy Festival launch days before former FM ended marriage

The pair turned up to enjoy the launch of Glasgow’s International Comedy Festival just three days before Sturgeon announced that her marriage to Peter Murrell was ending.

Culture

5 hours ago Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin rocket blasts off in challenge to Elon Musk’s SpaceX

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67 minutes ago The women's health problems that men suffer too: From breast cancer to osteoporosis and UTIs they're surprisingly common but little known... here are the symptoms that so many miss

Osteoporosis, breast cancer , even bladder infections are all health conditions we normally associated with women. Yet they can affect men too and a lack of awareness could be fatal.

Science

22 hours ago Motorcycle Road Safety Roadshows visiting five Scottish cities in February 2025

Motorcycle Law Scotland is hosting a series of Motorcycle Road Safety Roadshows in February 2025.

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2 hours ago First look inside Ardbeg House as island whisky hotel opens for bookings

The former Islay Hotel has been transformed into the home of Ardbeg.

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2 hours ago Scottish teacher captures stunning Jupiter photo from backyard using £80 Aldi telescope

The clear image of Jupiter and its moon was captured from the backyard

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13 hours ago After the ennui and angst, Arsenal keep Premier League title race alive | Barney Ronay

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Sport

52 minutes ago Scots pensioner dies at Hamilton house as forensics seen scouring property

Cops were called to a property in Hamilton on Wednesday night.

Events

19 hours ago A woman crammed behind car dashboard and a showdown at Manchester Airport

The gang smuggled people to the UK stashed in dangerous modified vehicles

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2 hours ago Scottish Labour MPs revolt against UK Government over Waspi compensation

Lillian Jones became the latest MP to criticise the Labour Government for failing to reimburse women born in the 1950s affected by the change to state pension age.

Politics

4 hours ago King Charles to visit Scots food bank and community centre supporting struggling families

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2 hours ago River Island shoppers flock to buy 'trending' £20 pink jumper, perfect for spring

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14 hours ago Declan Rice claims Arsenal should have 'scored ten' in north London derby win over Tottenham

Arsenal again missed several chances but were not made to pay by Spurs

Sport

52 minutes ago Australian Open LIVE: Medvedev trails qualifier, Boulter knocked out and Raducanu issues injury update

Raducanu set up a clash with Iga Swiatek but battled through more injury worries in her win over Amanda Anisimova

Events

25 hours ago Adam Thomas addresses Love Island fix claims after brother Scott 'secretly entered show'

Waterloo Road star Adam Thomas revealed on This Morning on Wednesday how he felt about his twin brother Scott appearing on this year’s Love Island: All Stars

Culture

2 hours ago Pete Hegseth confirmation hearing highlights Republicans’ servility to Trump | Moira Donegan

Defense secretary nominee is incompetent and seems to have no redeeming qualities – but his appointment looks assuredIn some ways, the secretary of Defense nomination of Pete Hegseth was always meant as a domination exercise, a way of making Senate Republicans humiliate themselves for Donald Trump’s approval.Hegseth has white supremacist tattoos and what is reportedly a pretty severe drinking problem: one friend told the New Yorker’s Jane Mayer that they once saw him order three gin and tonics at a breakfast meeting. In 2017, a woman went to the emergency room – and then the police – after what she said was a rape by Hegseth; he later paid a settlement and had her sign an nondisclosure agreement. (Hegseth claims the encounter, which took place while he was married to his second wife and had just had a child with the woman who would become his third, was consensual and denies all wrongdoing.) He wrote a book, The War on Warriors, which seems to consist mainly of his gripes about the ...

Politics

20 hours ago Lloyds to close Scottish office and put hundreds of jobs at risk at UK's biggest retail bank

“Our priorities are to ensure compulsory redundancies are minimised and that members who will leave the business receive the full redundancy compensation they’re entitled to under union agreements” - Ged Nichols, Accord union

Society

3 hours ago Motherwell dealt 'season ending' blow as boss Stuart Kettlewell provides a major injury update

The Fir Park club are without up to nine first-team stars for Saturday's Scottish Cup trip to St Johnstone

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64 minutes ago Activists alarmed by plans to hand reclusive Indian island tribe voter IDs

Officials are calling the decision to register rarely-contacted islanders for local elections a historic step. But rights groups say it is a ‘publicity stunt’ to cover up a much bigger problem. Maroosha Muzaffar reports

Events

25 hours ago Families 'devastated' as another Scottish council proposes cut to school music tuition

Hundreds of signatures are being added to petitions by campaigners every day

Culture

2 hours ago Trump trade war would be a 'danger' for 'exposed' Britain says minister 'worried' by incoming US president's tariff plan to take on China

Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has said he is worried about the impact of tariffs proposed by Trump, and stressed they are 'paid for by your own people'.

Politics

20 hours ago The best London restaurants for Burns Night, from Origin City to Home SW13

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The hugely popular Dunnottar Castle wants a visitor centre but its owners say it needs to build 10 houses on greenfield land to fund the project.

Economics

27 hours ago Scottish golfer links up with top coach and also hires legendary looper

Grant Forrest starts out in 2025 with 148 years of experience at his disposal

Sport

73 minutes ago Factory worker's scarf caught in conveyor belt strangles her to death in horror accident

A 55-year-old woman has tragically died after her scarf appears to have become caught in the sorting belt of machinery at a factory near Huelva in southern Spain

Events

25 hours ago Tommy Fury addresses running video which saw him nearly knock over elderly woman

Tommy Fury poked fun at a video showing him almost knocking over an elderly woman while he took part in a charity 10k race.

Culture

2 hours ago Maya Jama wears these headphones on a picturesque bike ride between filming Love Island episodes

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21 hours ago BBC The Traitors Alex Oleksy: Meet Scots care home manager hoping to bag huge cash prize

Alex Oleksy is staring in season three of the BBC's iconic The Traitors and the 30-year-old has people in a frenzy over his strong Scottish accent - but who is he and why's he saying he's from Whitby?

Society

5 hours ago Second legal bid to reverse Winter Fuel Payment cuts to millions of pensioners

A court in Edinburgh heard how the Scottish Government's decision was a ‘direct consequence’ of the Westminster move.

Economics

30 hours ago The unluckiest players in Wales right now and why they've been overlooked

There are many players who will feel aggreived to have missed out on Gatland's squad.

Sport

75 minutes ago How did Paul Danan die? Hollyoaks and Love Island star's health battles before death at 46

Paul Danan's death was announced by his management on social media this morning. The TV icon was known for his roles on Hollyoaks and Love Island, but he battled a number of health issues in recent years.

Events

26 hours ago Love Island star Tommy Fury finally addresses viral running video: 'No grannies were hurt in the process'

The boxer, 25, faced light-hearted criticism after sharing a clip of his sprint finish at the Tatton Park 10k on January 4

Culture

3 hours ago David Moyes agreed Everton return SIX years ago as hierarchy at 'loggerheads' over manager picks

The Scottish manager could have returned for his second Toffees stint much earlier

Politics

22 hours ago Falkirk Council back plans for holiday homes and restaurant at Black Loch

Conditions on the new development include upgrading the access road leading into the site

Society

7 hours ago Disabled Oasis fan spent £419 to see his heroes... then was told he couldn't go

A disabled Oasis fan worried he might miss huge Heaton Park gig because Ticketmaster wouldn't let him take a carer

Economics

33 hours ago Scottish rugby team manager is found guilty of sending indecent images to youth players and making sexual comments to them

Steven Dyer sent sexual videos and pictures to schoolboys taking part in a training trip to Wales.

Sport

92 minutes ago Inside Paul Danan's health battles after tragic death from 'obsessive vape use'

The former Hollyoaks and Love Island star has sadly passed away at the age of 46.

Events

3 hours ago Instant karma! Handbag thief thinks he's got away with woman's belongings only to get body

Lucas de Pádua Villegas, 39, said he had just dropped his mother off outside a shop when he overheard someone shouting 'Catch the thief!'.

Politics

24 hours ago Hilarious moment woman has to be cut free from her office chair after getting her NOSE RING stuck in it, forcing colleagues to wheel her to fire crew

The hapless employee in Bandung City, Indonesia , got her piercing stuck in the mesh chair after jokingly sticking her nose through the holes in it, a local fire officer said.

Society

8 hours ago Scots flat owner "trapped" after being hit with £30k building repair bill from council

Erin Miller lives in block made up of homeowners and council tenants, which had been earmarked for improvements by City of Edinburgh Council.

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1 hour ago Paul Danan dies aged 46: Tributes pour in for Love Island and Hollyoaks star

The Hollyoaks star appeared in the original series of Celebrity Love Island in 2005, as well as Celebrity Big Brother in 2017

Events

3 hours ago Why do Love Island stars wear sunglasses in bed? Villa trend explained

Love Island: All Stars kicked off earlier this week with a brand new series, but why do the stars wear sunglasses in bed first thing in the morning?

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26 hours ago I’m a climate scientist and my house in LA burned down. My work has never been more real

I feel like I am safe in saying that we are not thriving on our changing planet – and we will not in the coming decadesMy house in Altadena burned down in the wildfires on Wednesday. It all happened quickly. On Tuesday around 7pm, my wife and daughters went to a hotel as a precaution. I left the house with the dogs when the mandatory evacuation order came in around 3am. As best as I can put the timeline together, our home burned down around the same time that the sun came up, and I was able to drive in and see the damage around 2pm.Neighbors that went in after said it looked like a “war zone”. I have never been in a war zone thankfully, but I didn’t think so. There was nothing violent or chaotic about it. No one stopped me from driving in. There were no sirens. I stood alone – no one else around – in front of my house that was at that point just a fireplace and chimney. The house across the street was about halfway done with burning down, and the house behind ours had just started t...

Society

10 hours ago Taylor Swift plans major revamp of her £13.8m home after achieving billionaire status

Pop star Taylor Swift's oceanfront home in Rhode Island is set to be extended, according to a building permit that was issued to contractors working on the property

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1 hour ago Paul Danan's tragic regret after spiralling from Hollyoaks fame to fixing phones

Hollyoaks actor Paul Danan opened up about the devastating impacts of his fame on his career after appearing on the original version of Love Island back in 2005

Events

3 hours ago Winter Fuel Payment cuts see Scottish Labour slump to fifth place among older voters

Labour in Scotland is polling 11% in the 65+ age group.

Politics

26 hours ago I’m a climate scientist and my house in LA burned down. My work has never been more real | Benjamin Hamlington

I feel like I am safe in saying that we are not thriving on our changing planet – and we will not in the coming decadesMy house in Altadena burned down in the wildfires on Wednesday. It all happened quickly. On Tuesday around 7pm, my wife and daughters went to a hotel as a precaution. I left the house with the dogs when the mandatory evacuation order came in around 3am. As best as I can put the timeline together, our home burned down around the same time that the sun came up, and I was able to drive in and see the damage around 2pm.Neighbors that went in after said it looked like a “war zone”. I have never been in a war zone thankfully, but I didn’t think so. There was nothing violent or chaotic about it. No one stopped me from driving in. There were no sirens. I stood alone – no one else around – in front of my house that was at that point just a fireplace and chimney. The house across the street was about halfway done with burning down, and the house behind ours had just started t...

Society

21 hours ago Brad Pitt is not messaging fans for money, his spokesman says after woman was duped into handing over £700,000 to 'fund his cancer treatment'

The spokesperson was responding to the story of Anne, a divorcee who shared this week how she parted with a fortune to help a scammer she believed was Brad Pitt

Economics

1 hour ago Australian Open LIVE: Sinner given scare by wildcard, Boulter knocked out and Raducanu issues injury update

Raducanu set up a clash with Iga Swiatek but battled through more injury worries in her win over Amanda Anisimova

Events

4 hours ago Is Brechin City vs Hearts on TV? Live stream, referee and team news for Scottish Cup clash

The Highland Football League side will host the Jambos under the lights for a fascinating tie

Politics

31 hours ago Rare job available with 'spectacular' island views as lighthouse keeper retires after 20 years

The job is for someone happy to climb the steps in some of Scotland’s stunning lighthouses

Society

21 hours ago 'I've spent £760k on plastic surgery and now I'm most beautiful woman in the world'

Janaina Prazeres, 35, has undergone countless surgical and non-surgical procedures in her quest to become the 'most beautiful woman in the world' - and she's not stopping anytime soon

Economics

2 hours ago Scottish restaurant offers haggis sushi with Irn Bru twist for Burns Night

YO! Sushi has partnered up with Irn Bru to celebrate Scotland's national poet.

Events

5 hours ago Australian woman charged with filming baby ‘in distress’ and posting on social media to lure donations

Police say the baby could have become ’gravely ill’ and also possibly died had she stayed in the woman’s care

Politics

21 hours ago 'I charge my husband £85 twice a month – it teaches him an important lesson'

A mum-of-two has opened up about how she charges her husband £85 twice a month in order to teach him an important lesson – and to make up for the 'hard times' of being a woman and a mum

Economics

2 hours ago Pensioner dead and woman in hospital after fire rips through Glasgow building

A man died and a woman was rushed to hospital following a fire in Glasgow on Wednesday night.

Events

6 hours ago 'I gave my boyfriend an ultimatum after he cheated – he thinks I'm selfish'

A woman has been left devastated after her boyfriend cheated on her with one of his friends - and when she gave him an ultimatum, he accused her of being selfish

Politics

22 hours ago Woman's £2,500 grocery haul raises eyebrows with staggering amount of 'favourite' item

The woman had spent over $3,000 (£2,454) on her grocery haul - but it didn't contain much food at all, with many people left concerned about how long it would last her

Economics

2 hours ago Paul Danan dead at 46 as former Hollyoaks and Love Island star passes away

His magament confirmed the news in a statement on Thursday (January 16)

Events

7 hours ago He was a promising young footballer, then he made a ‘stupid decision’ with 'some Scouse lads' on Thai island

Jamie Kilcourse said his pals owed money to some 'Scouse lads' and so he stepped in to help them

Politics

24 hours ago This affordable brand has a £86 alternative to Kate Middleton's £1.6k earrings

The Missoma hoops cost less than £100

Economics

2 hours ago Love Island and Hollyoaks icon Paul Danan dies aged 46 as star branded 'beacon of light'

Hollyoaks actor and reality TV icon Paul Danan passed away aged 46 as tributes flood in branding him a 'beacon of light'. His death has devastated friends, family and fans

Events

7 hours ago Dog trainer reveals one command every pet should learn and it's not sit

A dog trainer who provides online help for owners with problem pets has revealed his best tip for getting pups to practice obedience at home.

Politics

24 hours ago US woman who relocated to Edinburgh left 'blindsided' after paying £1,300 for a flat that didn't exist

Olivia Ellen Homer, 29, from Chicago, travelled to Edinburgh in January to begin her studies at Napier University - but, after she arrived, she discovered her rental property belonged to a family.

Economics

2 hours ago Australian Open LIVE: Boulter vs Kudermetova result as Raducanu issues update on injury after win

Raducanu set up a clash with Iga Swiatek but battled through more injury worries in her win over Amanda Anisimova

Events

8 hours ago Dear Coleen: I'm worried about my lonely brother, but don't want to patronise him

"My daughter asked the other day why my brother didn’t have a family because he’d make a great dad and it just made me feel very sad."

Politics

25 hours ago Lancome's blockbuster £350 beauty kit has 74% off and contains 12 items including viral mascara

Beauty shoppers aren't going to want to miss this massive sale as the Lancome blockbuster beauty set worth £350 gets axed by 74% for a limited time

Economics

2 hours ago Scots school trip chaos as pupils caught stealing €800 of goods at airport in Italy

School staff had to pay for the expensive items so the plane could take off after the kids were caught on CCTV.

Events

8 hours ago Cruel electric shock dog collars could face 'real ban' in Holyrood vote

EXCLUSIVE: New proposals tabled by the Scottish Greens would make it a criminal offence to use the 'brutal' devices to train pet canine

Politics

25 hours ago Woman scammed by Brad Pitt AI handed over £700k and divorced husband in romance con

Anne was waiting for a divorce settlement with her millionaire husband when she was targetted by a romance scammer.

Economics

2 hours ago Severance star Adam Scott's life from tragic loss in LA fires to missing out on major sitcom role

Adam Scott stars in the hit Apple TV+ series Severance, but what do we know about his life away from the screen?

Events

11 hours ago RANGERS CONFIDENTIAL: How the women's team at Ibrox could set a precedent for the men

Rangers and Celtic are now the dominant forces in the Scottish women's domestic game, along with Glasgow City, but struggle to achieve the commercial success of WSL teams.

Politics

26 hours ago Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal set to sign Zubimendi, Liverpool miss out on £65m deal, Man Utd open to sales

The transfer window is in full swing with clubs in the Premier League and across Europe seeking deals

Economics

3 hours ago Business Secretary worried about US tariff war that would hit the public

Jonathan Reynolds said Donald Trump’s presidency could be a ‘challenging time’ for trade.

Events

11 hours ago Eager visitors flock to see spectacular lava fountaining from Kilauea eruption in Hawaii

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park officials are bracing for crowds eager to get a glimpse of lava fountaining from an eruption

Politics

26 hours ago Woman pays £8k a month for giant billboard of herself and reckons drivers love it

Influencer Chloe Amour, who earns £30,00 a month from sugar daddies, always dreamed of being up in lights on a billboard in 'sin city' – and she believes drivers will 'appreciate' seeing her face

Economics

3 hours ago Girl asked 'Mummy am I going to die' after pack of dogs attacked in horror farm visit

The eight red Labradors sank their teeth into the horrified visitors of the farm owned by a business man described as a "successful man of considerable reputation".

Events

11 hours ago KATE SPICER: I'm 55 and newly diagnosed with ADHD. I know my condition's real

I am a 55-year-old woman who last year was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Politics

27 hours ago The Ootsider to expand help for homeless with £40,000 First Port award

Scottish outdoor clothing manufacturer The Ootsider is to step up its help for the homeless after being awarded £40,000 grant funding from First Port.

Economics

3 hours ago Thailand's 'Death Island' with murders and disappearances as another Brit is tragically found dead

Robby Kinlan, 21, was tragically found dead in a hotel room this month during his trip to Koh Tao, but he's not the first Brit to tragically die on the Thai 'Death Island'

Events