77 minutes ago Wes Streeting announces major delays to Tories' 'fictional' NHS hospital scheme

Boris Johnson first made the pledge to build '40 new hospitals' by 2030 - but it later emerged that some of the 'new' hospitals were just refurbishments and new wings

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6 hours ago Wildlife experts share lynx update as big cats abandoned in Cairngorms remain at Edinburgh Zoo

Three of the surviving lynx remain in quarantine after being humanely captured in the Highlands on January 10.

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42 minutes ago Defence budget could face almost £2bn worth of cuts if Trump imposes tariffs on UK, new report warns

It comes amid fears of a global trade war after Donald Trump threatened to impose sweeping tariffs on goods entering the US

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7 hours ago Curtis Jones risks Liverpool fans' wrath with take on player 'better than Mohamed Salah'

Curtis Jones confessed that he was often in awe watching Eden Hazard during his peak at Chelsea and admitted he was a better footballer than Liverpool colleague Mohamed Salah

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31 minutes ago Inmate filmed 'snorting from table' in prison cell video shared on Instagram

It is understood both men, originally from Manchester, have been placed on report

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9 hours ago Noel Fielding's Bake Off future 'uncertain' after he dropped out of comedy series amid health issues

Fielding’s agents have reportedly been in ‘crisis talks’ with Channel 4 bosses

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8 hours ago Dumfries motorists advised to 'proceed with care' at major junction due to faulty traffic lights

Problems have been reported with the signals at the Dockhead turning at the end of the Whitesands.

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96 minutes ago Moment BBC reporter is flirted with by Kid Rock who declares she 'sounds sexy' during Trump inauguration coverage

During a live video call musician and MAGA supporter Kid Rock, 54, spoke with Caitriona Perry, 44, the BBC's chief presenter based in Washington.

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27 hours ago Jacqueline Jossa 'hurt and upset' over Dan Osborne split claims as family home up for sell

Jacqueline Jossa is said to be 'hurt and upset' following claims that she's split from husband Dan Osborne after reportedly putting their £1.6million Essex home on the market

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42 minutes ago Copper price gains in London after report of delayed US tariff rollout

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10 hours ago EastEnders star films final scenes after two years as fans 'work out' exit twist

EastEnders fans are convinced they've worked out how villain Reiss Colwell will leave Albert Square following reports that actor Jonny Freeman has filmed his final scenes

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48 minutes ago Fatal helicopter crash investigation delayed because of pandemic, inquest told

A report into the helicopter crash killing five people, including Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, was published nearly five years after the accident.

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36 hours ago Historic theatre to reopen for first time in three years as Restless Natives musical launches 'pop

Classic 1980s comedy was partly filmed around Edinburgh

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3 hours ago Inside Grace Jackson and Marcus Rashford's whirlwind romance and why they 'cut ties'

Grace Jackson reportedly dated Manchester United's Marcus Rashford for months before their split just weeks ahead of her Love Island: All Stars debut.

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28 hours ago Location, Location... Investigation! Kirstie Allsopp's property developer partner reported to council safety bosses after complaints were made about builders renovating their new pub

Council officials ordered immediate action after images showed workmen leaving open metal trap doors on the pavement while dumping building debris outside the property in North Kensington.

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86 minutes ago Manchester United need for £2bn plan to work highlighted by rotten season

Manchester United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is believed to have a preference for a new build stadium

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11 hours ago EastEnders fans 'work out' Reiss Colwell exit twist as Jonny Freeman films final scenes

Actor Jonny Freeman has reportedly filmed his final scenes as villain Reiss Colwell and EastEnders fans have "worked out" when the creepy killer will leave Walford

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57 minutes ago Couple driving ‘fake fire engine’ arrested trying to enter Palisades fire evacuation zone

Dustin and Jennifer Nehl claimed to be from Oregon’s ‘Roaring River Fire Department’ – then officials realized it didn’t exist

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3 hours ago Trump poised to reject Mandelson as ambassador to US unless serious restrictions placed on his activities

Exclusive: Incoming president still minded to reject Lord Mandelson’s credentials as the UK’s ambassador to the US, with reports of splits in Downing Street over the appointment

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30 hours ago Royal Family's 'secret weapon' opens up about 'frustrating' struggle in family

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. But it wasn't an easy adjustment for Sophie, who previously revealed her struggle at joining the royal family

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2 hours ago Patrick Dorgu has already passed first Manchester United test as £33m transfer talks begin

The latest Man United transfer news as reports emerge of talks for Lecce full-back Patrick Dorgu

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1 hour ago Axel Rudakubana attempted to travel to former school a week before attack

It can now be reported that teachers had concerns about his behaviour.

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3 hours ago Who are Donald Trump's children? Meet the new American dynasty and and their spouses

As Trump returns to the White House, Emma Loffhagen reports on who his kids are and the role they could play in the new administration

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33 hours ago EastEnders' Jacqueline Jossa 'shocked and upset' over Dan Osborne split claims as she sells £1.6m family home

Jacqueline Jossa is reportedly 'upset' over rumours that she has ended her marriage to TOWIE star Dan Osborne as the couple place their family Essex home up for sale

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3 hours ago West Lothian Council to use £2 million grant to accelerate repairs and build social housing

A five year national programme to tackle homelessness is reaching an end - with homeless figures rising across Scotland.

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2 hours ago Beaver explosion as 1500 of the recently reintroduced mammals now thriving across Scotland

It's hoped the dam-building creatures - dubbed 'nature's engineers' - will help tackle the climate and nature crises.

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3 hours ago Bitcoin hits record high and pound rises ahead of Trump’s inauguration – business live

Bitcoin rises over $109,000; sterling and euro jump after report Trump won’t impose new tariffs yetThe UK chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will travel to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos this week in the hope of convincing some of the world’s largest companies to invest, with allies saying she will use spending cuts rather than further tax increases to meet her own fiscal rules.At the same time, the Treasury is considering a push to cut the benefits bill, in a move that is causing nervousness among Labour MPs. Continue reading...

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7 hours ago Private train firms should be ’embraced’ under nationalisation policy – report

Transport giant FirstGroup said open access routes mean locations receive services that would ‘otherwise require taxpayer subsidies’.

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2 hours ago Curtis Jones makes notable Mohamed Salah comment after Eden Hazard admission

Curtis Jones appeared to land himself in hot water with Liverpool team-mate Mo Salah by claiming former Chelsea star Eden Hazard was a better player than the Reds' star attacker

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4 hours ago Love Island's Andrew Le Page breaks silence after Tasha Ghouri split in home update

Love Island star Andrew Le Page has returned to social media for the first time since it was reported he was left "blindsided" by his split from Tasha Ghouri earlier this month

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7 hours ago Who is Patrick Dorgu? Man United transfer talks, £33m fee, Lecce stance, Liverpool rejection

Manchester United have opened talks with left-back Patrick Dorgu, according to reports

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3 hours ago Melania Trump has been studying foreign affairs while ‘preparing intensively’ for White House return

In a significant departure from her first stint in the White House, the incoming first lady has reportedly been brushing up on her studies

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18 hours ago New report reveals stark differences in pay across Britain with salary gap of up to £20k

Average anual salaries in some parts of Britain are more than £12k higher than areas with the lowest pay, with the figure jumping to almost £20k when comparing London salaries

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3 hours ago OnlyFans model is arrested for obscenity in Turkey after vowing to have sex with 100 men in 24 hours

Azranur AV, 23, was reportedly detained by cops in Istanbul who declared her mission to sleep with 100 men in 24 hours as 'obscene' and 'damaging' to the country's morals.

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4 hours ago Booming holiday flat in picturesque Scottish coastal town high street deemed unlawful over 'intense' use

The Scottish Government Reporter has ruled against the flat’s ongoing use as a short-term holiday let

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19 hours ago Huge high street bank Santander could 'quit UK' over 'red tape' with millions impacted

Santander could be considering quitting the UK, people familiar with the matter have said in reports - such a decision would likely be a blow for Chancellor Rachel Reeves

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3 hours ago Gaza ceasefire latest: Hamas says people of Gaza will ‘rise again’ and rebuild territory

The search for thousands of people buried under rubble has started as the ceasefire in Gaza enters its second dayFull report: Palestinians celebrate as prisoners freedThe Spanish government has welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement, which will allow for an increase in aid to the strip. The Spanish foreign ministry said the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa) is “essential and irreplicable” to the delivery of humanitarian relief in the territory.Israel’s government is still committed to its plan to ban Unrwa from operating and to cut all ties between the agency and the Israeli government. It has accused the UN agency of allowing Hamas militants to infiltrate its staff, an allegation the agency denies. Unrwa is the major distributor of aid in Gaza and provides education, health and other basic services to millions of Palestinian refugees across the region, including in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.It is essential that negotiations between the parties resume immediately in ord...

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4 hours ago 'Absolute embarrassment' Glasgow street could be named Scotland's ugliest eyesore

The Carbuncle Awards, which recognise Scotland's least-attractive buildings and areas, are set to make a return — and one iconic Glasgow destination is reportedly on the shortlist.

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22 hours ago First three hostages back in Israel after being released by Hamas as part of Gaza ceasefire deal

Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher released by Hamas and have crossed border into IsraelHamas releases first three hostages after ceasefire dealAnalysis: Will the ceasefire deal hold?How will the Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal work?Israeli tanks continued to shell areas in Gaza as the scheduled time of 8.30am (0630 GMT) for the ceasefire to take effect passed, Reuters reports.Israeli military spokesperson Daniel Hagari said in a brief televised address on Sunday that the political echelon had directed the military to delay implementation and that it retained freedom to continue attacks in the Gaza Strip as long as the ceasefire had not taken effect. Continue reading...

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5 hours ago Noel Fielding feared he might die on Dick Turpin series before mystery illness sparked show axe

Amidst reports he may have to step down from the Great British Bake Off, Noel's management has confirmed he will be fit enough to continue hosting the Channel 4 staple

Events

4 hours ago Emilia Clarke 'splits from DJ boyfriend Bassi Fox after realising something wasn't right'

It looks like it's all over between Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke and DJ Sebastian 'Bassi' Fox after the pair reportedly decided to go their separate ways

Politics

26 hours ago First three hostages back in Israel, IDF says, after being released by Hamas as part of Gaza ceasefire deal

Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher released by Hamas and have crossed border into IsraelHamas releases first three hostages after ceasefire dealAnalysis: Will the ceasefire deal hold?How will the Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal work?Israeli tanks continued to shell areas in Gaza as the scheduled time of 8.30am (0630 GMT) for the ceasefire to take effect passed, Reuters reports.Israeli military spokesperson Daniel Hagari said in a brief televised address on Sunday that the political echelon had directed the military to delay implementation and that it retained freedom to continue attacks in the Gaza Strip as long as the ceasefire had not taken effect. Continue reading...

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5 hours ago Police confirm no reports of assault at Kilmarnock bus station following social media speculation

Allegations of an assault at Kilmarnock bus station on Friday night have been widely shared on social media but it is understood that no reports of the alleged incident have been made to Police Scotland.

Events

5 hours ago Slim Hamas parades show hollowness of either side’s claims to victory in Gaza

Proof of group’s survival demonstrates stalemate that gave rise to ceasefire and is likely to fuel more conflictMiddle East crisis – live updatesHours after the ceasefire was declared on Sunday, Hamas fighters were back on Gaza’s streets. Not many, it was true, and those who appeared were armed only with Kalashnikov rifles and some rudimentary body armour, but they were there.In Khan Younis, a handful of pickup trucks with gunmen onboard drove through cheering crowds of young men. Dozens of uniformed fighters with Hamas headbands were visible when the three Israeli hostages were handed over in Gaza City. Elsewhere, there were reports that Hamas policemen, dressed in blue police uniform, deployed in some areas after months in hiding to avoid Israeli strikes. Continue reading...

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31 hours ago Man City 'plan' surprise Pep Guardiola transfer reunion as three January deals close

The latest Manchester City transfer news amid reports linking Douglas Luiz with a return move to the Etihad Stadium from Italian giants Juventus.

Economics

5 hours ago Gaza ceasefire latest: ‘Shocked’ Palestinians return to their homes as 90 prisoners freed by Israel

The release of Palestinian detainees came after three Israeli hostages were freed on SundayFull report: Palestinians celebrate as prisoners freedThe Spanish government has welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement, which will allow for an increase in aid to the strip. The Spanish foreign ministry said the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa) is “essential and irreplicable” to the delivery of humanitarian relief in the territory.Israel’s government is still committed to its plan to ban Unrwa from operating and to cut all ties between the agency and the Israeli government. It has accused the UN agency of allowing Hamas militants to infiltrate its staff, an allegation the agency denies. Unrwa is the major distributor of aid in Gaza and provides education, health and other basic services to millions of Palestinian refugees across the region, including in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.It is essential that negotiations between the parties resume immediately in order to move on to the s...

Events

5 hours ago Elon Musk stands accused of pretending to be good at video games. The irony is delicious | Keza MacDonald

Musk desperately wants to appropriate gamer credibility, but he may be faking it – and doing exactly what toxic nerds have been accusing women of doing for decadesLast year on Joe Rogan’s podcast, Elon Musk claimed to be one of the world’s best Diablo IV players – and surprisingly, the leaderboards backed him up. For those that haven’t had the pleasure, Diablo is one of the most mercilessly time-intensive video games out there; you build a character and carve through armies of demons, spending hundreds of hours refining skills and equipment for maximum hellspawn-cleansing efficiency. I played it for maybe five hours last year and immediately quit, for fear that it would consume my life. Most of the people who play it are young, often male, and have plenty of time to themselves to spend on the internet and playing games – so, the exact demographic of many Musk stans.It suited these hardcore gamer guys to believe that someone who tweets all day and runs several businesses was also an ...

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35 hours ago Five accounts that could help make your money go further and build your credit score

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry explains the five types of financial account everyone should have to manage their money successfully

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6 hours ago ‘Weather bomb’ to sweep strong winds and heavy rain across UK this weekend

Gusts of more than 80mph could cause power cuts, travel disruption and damage to buildings with a yellow wind warning issued.

Events

5 hours ago The 'dupes' craze isn't harmless after all... counterfeit shoppers are reporting getting denied at the border

An increasing amount of Gen Z and millennials are admitting to purchasing 'dupes,' or knockoffs of viral products, from counterfeit buyers.

Politics

6 hours ago Sophie Wessex 'follows world's healthiest diet' to maintain ageless looks as she turns 60

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, has been hailed for her dedication and hard work in recent months – and it seems she's been able to do so with the help of a popular diet

Events

5 hours ago Kate Middleton and Prince William lead tributes to the Duchess of Edinburgh as she turns 60

Sophie, a favourite of the late Queen’s, has risen in public prominence over the past year

Politics

7 hours ago Family of murdered Emma Caldwell to meet John Swinney amid inquiry judge row

Margaret Caldwell, Jim Coyle and Stewart McGrory will meet with the First Minister at Bute House in Edinburgh on Tuesday.

Events

6 hours ago Jannik Sinner toughs out medical episode against Rune to reach Australian Open last eight

World No 1 sees off Holger Rune 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2Italian will face either Alex de Minaur in last eightIt took the double blow of illness and the oppressive conditions of a blistering Melbourne summer for Jannik Sinner to look uncomfortable on a hard, acrylic-based tennis court for the first time in well over a year. Throughout the 2024 season, Sinner not only held his opponents in a chokehold on the biggest stages, he had often done so with his typical calm, neutral expression barely changing. As Sinner methodically compiled significant titles throughout the 2024 season, he made his immense efforts appear to be routine.Three sets into his highly anticipated intragenerational tussle with Holger Rune, though, Sinner was clearly uncomfortable. He limped gingerly between points, his hands shook as he sat down at the change of ends and, most importantly, his unforced errors piled up. Down two break points at 1-1 in set three, Sinner was in trouble. Continue reading...

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7 hours ago 'Everyone's on universal credit here'. As bombshell report says welfare system encourages people to claim they're too sick to work, a shocking dispatch from the disability benefits capital of the UK

Peers warned yesterday that Britain's soaring benefits bill is down to a flawed welfare system which 'incentivises' claimants to declare themselves long-term sick.

Events

6 hours ago Concerts in Scotland 2025: The biggest gigs coming to Scotland this year, from Sabrina Carpenter to Oasis

From Glasgow’s OVO Hydro to Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium, 2025 is shaping up to be a big year for concerts in Scotland.

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9 hours ago Scots Tinder swindler who conned and raped victims 'reported to police nine times before arrest'

Christopher Harkins was finally jailed last year after being convicted of a catalogue of serious sexual, violent and financial offences against women.

Events

6 hours ago Patrick Dorgu has told Man United what they want to hear amid transfer talks but there's a catch

Man United transfer news as the club are reportedly in talks with Italian side Lecce over a potential deal for the full-back before the end of the January transfer window

Politics

9 hours ago Ange Postecoglou snaps at BBC reporter as Tottenham pressure mounts: 'Great way to start an interview'

Spurs boss involved in awkward exchange with BBC interviewer after Everton defeat

Events

6 hours ago EastEnders fans 'work out' Reiss exit twist as Jonny Freeman leaves soap after two years

EastEnders fans believe they have worked out how killer Reiss Colwell will leave Albert Square after it was reported that actor Jonny Freeman has filmed his final scenes

Politics

9 hours ago Why are lone homes left standing after the Los Angeles fires? It’s not entirely luck

Emails and videos of burned buildings in Los Angeles versus those still standing have been flying back and forth among architects, builders and fire safety specialists

Events

7 hours ago One of golf's best events continually delivers as Scottish bottle talk needs smashed

From Hatton being major material, Scots on a Sunday to great mental wellness work by DP World Tour

Politics

10 hours ago Why are lone homes left standing after the Los Angeles fires? It's not entirely luck

Emails and videos of burned buildings in Los Angeles versus those still standing have been flying back and forth among architects, builders and fire safety specialists

Events