44 minutes ago Strictly Come Dancing fans convinced Dianne Buswell will quit BBC show after tell

Strictly Come Dancing fans are fearful that one of the winning professional dancers will walk away from the hit BBC show - after they previously teased they have 'other ambitions'

Culture

59 minutes ago Philippe Clement warns Rangers stars he won’t accept hectic festive schedule as an excuse

The Belgian is preparing his troops for a hectic run of fixtures at the end of the year and start of 2025

Events

72 minutes ago The Guardian view on the tenacity of hope: a necessary virtue in troubled times | Editorial

At a moment of the year associated with renewal and new birth, reflection on inspiring acts of solidarity and courage can point the way to a better futureIn the introduction to a new, seasonal compilation of his speeches on hope, Pope Francis reflects on the legacy of the great German theologian Johann Baptist Metz. Shaped by the early experience of living through the horrors of the Nazi era, Metz’s political theology was a passionate warning against the danger of a self-absorbed Christian piety. Instead he urged a hopeful “mysticism with open eyes” – one that clear-sightedly bears witness to, and seeks to alleviate, the suffering of others.At a time of the year associated with renewal and new birth, it is not necessary to share Metz’s religious convictions to feel the power of that message. This year has been filled with heart-rending images from the ongoing wars in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan and elsewhere. The weekend brought reports of yet more innocent casualties of Israel’s...

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82 minutes ago Scots guide dog who led players at Celtic Park while training is moving up

The Golden Labrador, who walked out with Luke McCowan in Celtic Park, will now be handed over for his final training, before he's assigned to a blind person.

Sport

1 hour ago EastEnders 2025 predictions: Stacey's exit, Cindy murder twist, and huge Mitchell return

EastEnders fans are convinced they know what is going to happen in Albert Square next year, with some huge storylines set to rock Walford in the weeks leading up to the 40th anniversary

Events

1 hour ago Second Lockerbie trial that may dismiss dafter conspiracy theories is not the only 2025 justice highlight

Scotland’s justice system should see the conclusion of several major investigations and inquiries next year

Politics

1 hour ago Stephen Bunting has Liverpool vs Man Utd trophy dream and hopes Anfield knows his name this time

Bunting's previous appearance saw the Kop start chanting 'there's only one Phil Taylor!'

Politics

2 hours ago Scottish women's football growth 'phenomenal' but more still to be done, says Kate Cooper

The St Mirren Women's head coach has outlined that the structure and pathway around the women's game in Scotland must become more sustainable.

Politics

2 hours ago First picture of Scots pensioner who died in crash as 'devastated' family pay tribute

The grandmother died in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary after being hit by a car on Whinhill Road at Fonthill Terrace in the city.

Events

2 hours ago McTominay, Doak, Dykes: How the 16 Scotland internationals that moved in summer have fared for new clubs

An update on the 16 Scotland internationals that completed transfers to new clubs in summer 2024.

Society