14 h. ago Rick Stein’s expert tips for cooking the perfect Christmas dinner

One of Britain’s most-loved chefs shares his tips for everything from turkey to the sprouts

Politics

3 d. ago Jamie Oliver claims nine out of ten free school breakfasts in Britain are 'unhealthy'

Mr Oliver, a long term campaigner for healthy food in schools, said noone was imposing standards on the food served and more should be done to do so.

Society

5 d. ago Jared Kushner – and three Arab monarchies – are at the heart of the Paramount

The president’s son-in-law is once again at the center of an international business deal that will require administration approvalOn Monday, Paramount Skydance launched a $108bn takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery, the entertainment giant that owns Hollywood movie studios, along with CNN, HBO and other media businesses. The bid is led by David Ellison, son of the tech billionaire Larry Ellison – a prominent Donald Trump supporter and Republican donor. Netflix had already prevailed over Paramount in a previous bidding competition for the purchase, but Trump announced on Sunday that he would “be involved” in his administration’s review of the Netflix deal. The president suggested the sale “could be a problem” because Netflix is already dominant in the US streaming market.Paramount left out a significant fact in the press release announcing its offer: the bid includes funding from the private equity firm owned by Jared Kushner, the president’s son-in-law, as well as three Arab monar...

Politics

7 d. ago Ayrshire hospitality firm announces deal with The Master Chefs of Great Britain

The announcement marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing commitment to culinary excellence.

Economics

1 week ago Routine visits to all Ayrshire hospitals suspended as health board issues warning

NHS Ayrshire & Arran say they are taking the special measures in response to a surge in flu cases.

Events

2 w. ago Night out in South Ayrshire now 'a treat' as hospitality gears up for Christmas

Despite the cost-of-living pressures facing both businesses and customers, local venues continue to adapt to changing expectations.

Politics

2 w. ago Homeowner sues energy giant saying their plans for new electricity pylons near his home knocked £125,000 off house price

Matt Greedy from Dunecht, Aberdeenshire, alleges he was just about to sell his home for around £700,000 before energy firm SSE announced their pylon plans.

Economics

2 w. ago Hundreds of Scots lose jobs weeks before Christmas as major timber firm closes

The UK's largest timber firm entered administration and has announced six Scottish branches are being shuttered with immediate effect.

Politics

3 w. ago ExxonMobil boss says ‘deliberate’ UK Government policies ‘undermining’ business

Chairman Paul Greenhouse spoke out after the petrochemical firm announced plans to close the Mossmorran ethylene plant in Fife.

Politics