9 minutes ago Revealed: The unusual sleep position that may be the secret to financial success

When you climb into bed and pull your duvet around you, which position do you naturally gravitate towards? Experts say your answer could predict whether or not you're financially successful.

Politics

12 minutes ago Sunset Song, Nicola Sturgeon's favourite book, removed from Scottish set text list in Higher English

The Scottish Qualifications Authority said it had ‘the lowest uptake of all the Higher texts’

Culture

18 minutes ago Former British soldier convicted of passing on sensitive information to the Iranian government

A former British soldier who claimed he was trying to work as a double agent has been convicted of passing on sensitive information to the Iranian intelligence service

Politics

25 minutes ago Drivers 'paying more for fuel than they should be' as rising margins pump up prices

The Competition and Markets Authority said fuel margins remained higher than historic levels, and it remained concerned about weakened competition in the sector

Economics

33 minutes ago Banking update issued to 2.6million Brits as major takeover deal gets green light

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority have today given the green light for the Coventry Building Society's acquisition of Co-Operative Bank

Economics

38 minutes ago 'When they take away your right to work it breaks you': Why it’s time to end limits on jobs for asylum seekers

The London Standard calls on the government to change work policy as part of our winter appeal, that this week received a £100 boost from the Barratt Foundation

Events

50 minutes ago Pakistan security forces accused of pushing ‘praying’ protester off 25ft

Imran Khan’s party accuse security forces of fatally shooting protesters, allegations the government denies

Events

70 minutes ago Macquarie agrees £700m deal to buy UK waste firm Renewi; Direct Line shares jump after rejecting Aviva’s £3.3bn offer – live

Australian investment bank returns after being rebuffed last yearIn other takeover news, the Australian investment bank Macquarie has just agreed to buy the UK-listed waste management company Renewi for £700m.It is paying 870p a share in cash.We are always cautious about the bidder’s curse, but we believe Aviva’s approach to Direct Line is strategically coherent, could offer considerable synergies, and is currently highly financially attractive.The main risk for Aviva is that it seems to be stretching an already below-average solvency ratio, so any further generosity would need to come from shares. We can see an offer rising from the current 250p to around 300p. Continue reading...

Economics

81 minutes ago French bond yields surpass Greece’s for first time as budget worries swirl

Investors fear dispute over planned tax rises and spending cuts could topple government

Politics

90 minutes ago Financial adviser gained 'vulnerable' elderly woman's trust, then conned her out of brother's £40k inheritance

Daniel Williams took advantage of Winifred Hawthorn

Economics