2 h. ago Dame Jilly Cooper dies aged 88 as family issue statement for beloved author

Jilly's heartbroken family have spoke out following her sudden death.

Events

2 h. ago Dame Jilly Cooper dead: Rivals author dies aged 88 as family issue statement

Dame Jilly Cooper, the author of “bonkbusters” including Rivals, Riders and Polo, has died suddenly at the age of 88, with her heartbroken family issuing a statement

Events

4 h. ago GMB star reaches out to Lewis Moody after losing her dad to motor neurone disease

Charlotte Hawkins issued a heartfelt statement to Lewis Moody and his family on Monday morning following his diagnosis, years after she lost her own father to the condition

Politics

27 h. ago World Cup stadium that hosted Wales match set to be demolished with £167m deal agreed

Inter and AC Milan's plans for the San Siro area have been approved, with the Italian giants set to invest £1billion to build a new stadium and develop the land

Economics

52 h. ago Soo Catwoman dead: Punk icon Susan Lucas dies as family share heartbreaking statement

Soo Catwoman, real name Susan Lucas, was a fashion and punk icon who became a Sex Pistols groupie and had a striking appearance with her signature hairstyle and dramatic makeup

Events

2 d. ago Trauma surgeon father of Manchester synagogue terrorist condemns his son's 'heinous act' as he tells of family's 'deep shock and sorrow' at the targeting of 'peaceful, innocent civilians'

In a family statement today, relatives of the 35-year-old Syrian-born terrorist said they wanted to 'distance themselves' from Thursday's atrocity.

Events

3 d. ago Manchester synagogue terror attack: Victim revealed to have been accidentally shot by police as killer's family issue statement

Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, died after Jihad Al-Shamie drove into a group of people outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue before stabbing a man

Events

3 d. ago Manchester synagogue terrorist's family condemn his 'heinous act' as they tell of their 'deep shock and sorrow' at the targeting of 'peaceful, innocent civilians'

In a statement today, relatives of the 35-year-old Syrian-born terrorist said they wanted to 'distance themselves' from Thursday's atrocity.

Events

4 d. ago WW1 doctor once told 'go home' to be first woman honoured with statue on Royal Mile

Dr Elsie Inglis was a suffragist and surgeon who defied official rejection

Society

4 d. ago Plans for Elsie Inglis statue on iconic thoroughfare approved

Contentious plans ratified by local authority committee

Politics

5 d. ago Why Edinburgh can do better than an Elsie Inglis statue in military attire on the Royal Mile

Edinburgh can do better than the proposed statue design to commemorate Dr Elsie Inglis, writes SNP candidate Lyn Jardine.

Events

5 d. ago Iconic stadium set for demolition after £172m sale approval granted

One of Europe's most iconic football stadiums is set for demolition, as Inter and AC Milan have reached a deal to acquire the San Siro area with plans to build a new stadium on the site

Economics

8 d. ago Paul Roberts dead: One Direction and Steps choreographer, 52, dies after cancer battle

Paul Roberts died at home surrounded by his family, who have released a heartbreaking statement paying tribute

Events

9 d. ago Golfer Jake Knapp's emotional statement after girlfriend, 28, dies on eve of Ryder Cup

Makena White, the girlfriend of PGA Tour pro Jake Knapp, has died aged just 28 her friends and family said in a social media statement on the opening day of the Ryder Cup

Events

1 week ago I've tried plenty of Edinburgh restaurants' set menus, and these are the absolute best

There’s a move towards set menus, and we firmly approve

Politics

1 week ago Controversial statue of Dr Elsie Inglis looks set to be approved as family make statment on artwork

Dr Elsie Inglis is set to become the first woman to have a statue on the Royal Mile.

Economics

1 week ago Controversial statue of Dr Elsie Inglis looks set to be approved as family make statement on artwork

Dr Elsie Inglis is set to become the first woman to have a statue on the Royal Mile.

Politics

1 week ago TikToker Zuza Beine tragically dies aged 14 after 11 year cancer battle

Zuza Beine, who was known for her popular and inspiring TikTok videos, has tragically died at the age of 14. The young social media star's family confirmed the sad news in a statement

Events

2 w. ago Major UK high street brand to shut 35 of more than 200 shops

River Island has been closing stores across the UK as part of a restructuring plan approved by the High Court, with 35 branches set to shut in the coming months

Economics

2 w. ago Major high street giant with over 200 shops to shut 35 branches in weeks – see full list

River Island has been closing stores as part of a restructuring plan approved by the High Court, with one branch set to shut in just a few days and a further 34 to follow

Politics