3 h. ago Newborn babies could be given Digital ID in 'deeply sinister' expansion of controversial Labour policy discussed in secret by ministers

Ministers have privately raised the prospect of the new technology being issued to children at birth alongside the 'red book' of health records given to new parents.

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5 h. ago Partygoers brave the cold to see in the new year as thousands flock to Hogmanay street party

Concert in the Gardens and fireworks draw revellers ahead of weather warnings for snow

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7 h. ago Edinburgh Hogmanay: 17 great pictures as people prepare to party in Princes Street to welcome 2026

Thousands of people are set to party the night away in Princes Street as Edinburgh welcomes in 2026.

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8 h. ago Glasgow and Scotland star 'agrees deal' to join French Top 14 club

Warriors set to lose key player according to French report

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12 h. ago Igamane, Dessers, Cerny: How the 22 Rangers players that moved in summer have fared at their new clubs

An update on the 22 Rangers player that completed transfers away from Ibrox in summer 2025.

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12 h. ago Top Dog Names 2026: Here are the 10 most popular adorable puppy names of the last year

Looking for inspiration to name your new puppy? We have some ideas.

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12 h. ago €1m Picasso portrait up for grabs for €100 in charity auction

Artwork by one of the most influential artists of 20th century raffled to fund Alzheimer’s researchHis work is consistently ranked among the world’s most expensive art, with paintings fetching more than a $100m at auction. But you no longer need to be a multimillionaire to own a Picasso – for €100, anyone in the world has the chance to walk away with a painting by one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.The French charity Alzheimer’s Research Foundation announced recently it was raffling Picasso’s 1941 portrait, Tête de femme, which is worth more than €1m, to a single winner. Proceeds from the tickets will help fund Alzheimer’s research, one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago €1m Picasso portrait up for grabs for €100 in charity raffle

Artwork by one of the most influential artists of 20th century raffled to fund Alzheimer’s researchHis work is consistently ranked among the world’s most expensive art, with paintings fetching more than a $100m at auction. But you no longer need to be a multimillionaire to own a Picasso – for €100, anyone in the world has the chance to walk away with a painting by one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.The French charity Alzheimer’s Research Foundation announced recently it was raffling Picasso’s 1941 portrait, Tête de femme, which is worth more than €1m, to a single winner. Proceeds from the tickets will help fund Alzheimer’s research, one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Best Alex Ferguson Quotes: 15 of the best quotes from the iconic Scottish boss to celebrate his birthday

Here are 15 of the best quotes from Sir Alex Ferguson to celebrate the Scotland, Manchester United and Aberdeen icon’s 84th birthday.

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13 h. ago Celtic v Rangers injury news: 10 out as Wilfried Nancy and Danny Rohl sweat on fitness of key men at Parkhead

Here is the latest team news ahead of Celtic v Rangers in the Scottish Premiership at Parkhead this weekend.

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13 h. ago Yes, women’s rights are under threat around the world. But we’ve found hope in unlikely places | Rahila Gupta

From El Salvador to Russia, Iceland and Syria, women are pushing back against the rise of regressive forces. Let’s support their fightRahila Gupta is an anti-racist feminist activist and the co-author, with Beatrix Campbell, of Planet Patriarchy In 2025, the world that had been opened up by women has often seemed to be closing in. The forces behind the rollback of abortion rights in Donald Trump’s US are attempting to do the same in the UK. In Afghanistan, the Taliban has doubled down on its attacks on women and girls. Sexual violence is commonplace in Haiti and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In Mexico, even the president is not safe from sexual assault. A perverse rewilding appears to be taking place.You’d be forgiven for thinking that around the world, women’s rights are being concreted over. But in researching our book, Planet Patriarchy, Beatrix Campbell and I found women’s resistance erupting like green shoots through the cracks. In El Salvador, women can receive sentenc...

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14 h. ago Arne Slot lauds key midfielder that has helped turn Liverpool’s fortunes around

The midfielder in question has played an influential role in four back-to-back wins

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14 h. ago Animal lovers could save a life by adding phone number to contacts book

By saving the phone number, animal lovers could help wildlife medics during an emergency

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15 h. ago From the World Cup to the return of Michaela Coel, 2026 promises to excite and bring joy

A very Long Wave-coded book, a landmark Nigerian film and more Black art, culture and sport on its way in the next 12 months• Don’t get The Long Wave delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereThe week between Christmas and New Year is a unique time. You’re free to not worry about what day of the week it is, or think too heavily on anything beyond your current state. But as we reach the new year, it is equally fun to think about the things we hope will bring some much-needed collective joy in the year ahead.This week, our colleagues from across the diaspora have shared the Black cultural events that they are looking forward to in 2026, from books and TV shows to Ghana beating England at the World Cup. Continue reading...

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15 h. ago Next James Bond Latest Odds 2026: Here are the 14 stars tipped to be the new 007

2026 is set to be the year when we finally find out who will be stepping into the shoes of the world’s most famous fictional spy.

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15 h. ago Cryptic clues: How your daily crossword could subtly be affecting your political views

In a new book, a veteran crossword constructor argues that politics seeps its way into the popular puzzles

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15 h. ago Edinburgh firms hit out at 'crippling' impact of power outages

Firms in tourist hotspot say network issues date back years

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15 h. ago A Death in Glasgow by Eva Macrae review: 'plenty of suspects'

The red herrings swim in a shoal in this Glasgow-set crime novel, writes David Robinson

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15 h. ago 'Not many people stop me....': Rangers unlikely hero details coach's impact on Ibrox form amid title admission

The Rangers defender was the unlikely matchwinner again at Ibrox in the win over St Mirren.

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15 h. ago Martin Ødegaard relocates his missing rhythm to dictate Arsenal’s tempo again

Rejuvenated by his goal on Saturday and free from injuries that have disrupted his season, Arsenal’s captain led their destruction of VillaWhen Arsenal really needed Martin Ødegaard, the captain finally rediscovered his magic touch. Gabriel Magalhães had just opened the scoring against Aston Villa after a first half in which Mikel Arteta’s nervous side were struggling without the influential Declan Rice. Then it happened.Jadon Sancho was waiting to receive a pass from Youri Tielemens inside Villa’s half but, before the forward knew it, Ødegaard had pinched the ball and was haring towards Emiliano Martínez’s goal. A jink back on to his left foot fooled Tielemens and allowed Ødegaard to play through the perfect through ball for Martín Zubimendi to score the crucial second. It was the fifth goal or assist that Zubimendi has contributed to since he joined in the summer – the joint-best return of his club career – and the Spaniard’s impact was rightly hailed by a delighted Arteta. “Credi...

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