11 h. ago Police will not assist in removal of contentious bonfire in Belfast

Concerns have been raised over the bonfire, which is on a site which contains asbestos and is close to an electricity substation.

Events

13 h. ago Trump’s inaugural fund got $19m from fossil fuel industry, analysis shows

President raised $239m for inauguration – more than previous three inaugural committees took in combinedThe fossil fuel industry poured more than $19m to Donald Trump’s inaugural fund, accounting for nearly 8% of all donations it raised, a new analysis shows, raising concerns about White House’s relationship with big oil.The president raised a stunning $239m for his inauguration – more than the previous three inaugural committees took in combined and more than double the previous record – according to data published by the US Federal Election Commission (FEC). The oil and gas sector made a significant contribution to that overall number, found the international environmental and human rights organization Global Witness. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Trump’s inaugural fund received $19m from fossil fuel industry, analysis shows

President raised $239m for inauguration – more than previous three inaugural committees took in combinedThe fossil fuel industry poured more than $19m into Donald Trump’s inaugural fund, accounting for nearly 8% of all donations it raised, a new analysis shows, raising concerns about White House’s relationship with big oil.The president raised a stunning $239m for his inauguration – more than the previous three inaugural committees took in combined and more than double the previous record – according to data published by the US Federal Election Commission (FEC). The oil and gas sector made a significant contribution to that overall number, found the international environmental and human rights organization Global Witness. Continue reading...

Politics

23 h. ago Albion Rovers boss praises value of Monklands derby, but raises concerns over rout

Airdrie thumped Rovers 7-0 on a day that helped the Cliftonhill club's coffers

Politics

37 h. ago White House chief of staff details Musk’s ‘fatherly fixation’ with Trump and their falling out in new interview

Susie Wiles praises tech boss as ‘fascinating person’ who ‘sees the world differently’ but concedes friendship with president met ‘very troublesome ending’

Politics

38 h. ago UK government’s deal with Google ‘dangerously naive’, say campaigners

Company to provide free technology and ‘upskill’ civil servants but concerns raised over UK data being held on US serversGoogle has agreed a sweeping deal with the UK government to provide free technology to the public sector from the NHS to local councils– a move campaigners have called “dangerously naive”.The US company will be asked to “upskill” tens of thousands of civil servants in technology, including in using artificial intelligence, as part of an agreement which will not require the government to pay. It is considered in Whitehall to be giving Google “a foot in the door” as the digitisation of public services accelerates. Continue reading...

Politics

43 h. ago Inspectors raise concerns over checks on vulnerable at Forth Valley police custody facilities

More than half of a sample of detainees classed as 'high risk' were given the same level of cell check as those deemed 'low risk'.

Events

2 d. ago Micah Richards left 'scratching his head' over £50m Arsenal transfer decision

Arsenal are weighing up a move for the £50m-rated Noni Madueke from Chelsea as their summer transfer business ramps up but Micah Richards has raised concerns over where he fits into their team

Economics

3 d. ago After Texas floods that killed campers, here's what to consider when sending your kids to camp

The devastating flood at Camp Mystic in Texas has raised concerns among parents about summer camp safety

Events

3 d. ago Labour billionaire donor ‘nervous’ about Starmer and ‘hits out at winter fuel payments fiasco’

Phones 4u founder John Caudwell raises concerns about Labour after switching allegiance from Conservatives last year

Economics

3 d. ago British teen, 18, jailed in Dubai for 'holiday romance' with girl, 17, is freed

Marcus Fakana is now back in the UK with human experts saying his case raises 'concerns about the criminalisation of tourists'

Events

4 d. ago Justin Bieber sparks concern with worrying 'detox' photo as fans say 'that's not okay'

Canadian singer Justin Bieber has raised concern among fans after posting cryptic 'detox' images on Instagram, amid reports of personal struggles and tension in his marriage to wife Hailey

Culture

4 d. ago Man, 34, charged with attempted kidnapping after 'children were approached at splash pad'

South Wales Police were called after concerns were raised about the man's behaviour at the aquatic play area.

Events

5 d. ago Airdrie 7, Albion Rovers 0: Sparkling Diamonds rack up comfortable friendly win

Airdrie raced into a first-half lead in their pre-season Monklands derby clash

Politics

7 d. ago Trump's '2 billion farms' gaffe at Iowa event raises mental clarity concerns amid tax bill claims

Donald Trump was speaking at the 'Salute to America' celebration in Iowa on Saturday, when he made the false claim that 2 billion farms will be saved in the tax bill

Politics

7 d. ago 'Widespread' and 'systematic' failings for special needs children uncovered in scathing report

Significant concerns in SEND provision have been raised and 'must be addressed urgently'

Events

7 d. ago Kilmarnock veteran 'like Scholes and Giggs' as boss heaps praise on testimonial star's ability to adapt

The 31-year-old is set to be honoured tomorrow night with a testimonial

Politics

8 d. ago Lords reform task force proposed amid moves to oust hereditary peers

Concerns were raised that a select committee might be ‘a very good and highly-qualified talking shop’ but ignored by the Government.

Politics

8 d. ago Government wins Commons vote over plans for armed forces whistleblowing route

Armed forces minister Luke Pollard said the amendment ‘will establish genuine protection for people wishing to raise a concern anonymously’.

Politics

8 d. ago Dunn family raise concerns Foreign Office will try to ‘hide’ final review report

Harry’s mother Charlotte Charles, and other family members, are set to meet David Lammy on Wednesday afternoon.

Society