2 h. ago Kate Middleton dazzles in glittering tiara as she unveils incredible state banquet gown

The Prince and Princess of Wales are joining the King and Queen in hosting US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania in a glittering state banquet in St George's Hall in Windsor Castle

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4 h. ago Hotel Chocolat's Velvetiser has been upgraded and the new version is a game changer

The Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser is a sleek and stylish kitchen appliance that makes delicious velvet-like chocolate drinks in just a couple of minutes – and there's now a new version

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4 h. ago ‘Hotel Chocolat’s Velvetiser has had a major upgrade and saves me a fortune on drinks’

With hot chocolate season upon us, we put Hotel Chocolat's new-and-improved Velvetiser to the test – and if you're already thinking about Christmas, it makes an incredible gift

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5 h. ago Demolition crews bring down Ayr's last Riverside tower block

The long awaited demolition has begun after a three-year stand off between South Ayrshire Council and telecoms giant EE.

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5 h. ago ‘Landmark Bill’ abolishing Scotland’s not proven verdict passed at Holyrood

MSPs have approved wide-ranging legislation proposed by the Scottish Government to reform how the justice system operates.

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5 h. ago SNP group fury after 'asylum seekers motion' is pulled from tomorrow's full council meeting

We previously told how the motion, proposed by Troon Councillor, Craig Mackay, and seconded by Council leader Brian Connolly, was included in the agenda of tomorrow’s meeting of elected members.

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6 h. ago BBC Bargain Hunt star Charles Hanson clashes with neighbours over film and live music plan at his Grade II listed Georgian mansion

The auctioneer, 47, is seeking permission from the council to host the events on a field next to Bishton Hall between Stafford and Rugeley - but some residents are not in tune with the proposals.

Culture

6 h. ago Government issues new update on plans to ban pavement parking

A consultation on the proposal concluded almost five years ago

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6 h. ago Trump golf course in Scotland accused of breaching sewage limits

Exclusive: Firm that runs Aberdeenshire resort says it is ‘categorically wrong’ to suggest it has caused environmental damageDonald Trump’s Aberdeenshire golf course has breached sewage contamination limits 14 times since 2019, documents reveal.The 36-hole golf course, one of two that Trump owns in Scotland, also has a five-star hotel, a whisky bar and two restaurants. Trump International Golf Links, Scotland has a private sewage system that treats wastewater before releasing it into the ground by soaking it through gravel beds in raised filter mounds. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago South Ayrshire memorials to be expanded beyond traditional benches

High demand and a lack of space for memorial benches has seen council officiers suggest new options, including plaques and memorial trees.

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6 h. ago Planning application approved at Trump Turnberry as US President jets into UK for State visit

Bosses at the resort will now erect new wrought iron gates to various entry points at the five-star resort.

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7 h. ago Council scrooges plan ban on ice cream vans playing jingles for more than 12 seconds

Changes are being considered after traders complained of 'illegal or unauthorised' sellers. But some now fear the council's proposals go too far.

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7 h. ago They made £1.3m supplying class A drugs hidden at a Welsh hotel but must pay back a tiny amount

Three people were involved in the conspiracy which saw drugs stored at a Newport hotel

Economics

7 h. ago Man pays for one night at The Ritz and price leaves people floored

Carmie Sellitto paid to stay in The Ritz hotel in London for just one night, and the money he spent left people stunned - with some saying it's more than their monthly rent

Economics

8 h. ago Kilmarnock boss calls for consistency after accepting SFA explanation over Celtic penalty

Killie suffered late defeat at home to Celtic following the controversial call

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8 h. ago Ice puts more than 10,000 people in solitary in a year – and figures are rising under Trump

Study shines light on growing numbers of vulnerable people being placed in solitary confinement in migrant jailsUS Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) put more than 10,500 people in solitary confinement between April 2024 and May 2025, and use of the practice has quickly increased under Donald Trump’s administration, according to new research.A report from Physicians for Human Rights (PHR), the Peeler Immigration Lab, and Harvard Law School experts, published on Wednesday, sheds light on what’s happening inside US immigrant detention facilities and how increasing numbers of vulnerable people are being subjected to solitary confinement for longer periods of time. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Ayrshire hotel unveils new spa and leisure facility proposals

The overall aim is to “enhance” the offerings of the hotel and “add value” for guests.

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8 h. ago Butlin’s unveils Christmas breaks with fireworks and Santa meets from £39

Holiday park Butlin's is getting ready to celebrate the spooky and festive seasons in style with Christmas and Halloween theme breaks at Bognor Regis, Minehead, and Skegness resorts

Economics

8 h. ago Davina McCall breaks silence on engagement after she 'almost ruined' boyfriend's romantic proposal

Davina and her hairdresser partner Michael Dougla got engaged over the summer after seven years together

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8 h. ago Love Island's Molly Smith shows off abs in minuscule bikini after shock proposal

Love Island: All Stars winner Molly Smith looked incredible as she slipped into a red bikini, with her washboard abs on full display in the Dubai sunshine after she got engaged

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