19 m. ago US and Qatar sign defense and aviation deal as Trump says of emir: ‘we just like each other’ – live

US president says $200bn Boeing order is ‘largest order of jets’ in its history and is full of praise for Qatar’s leader and country’s marble palacesThe meeting between Donald Trump and Syria’s president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, in Saudi Arabia was the culmination of months of diplomacy by the Syrians, as well as their Turkish and Saudi allies, who believed face time with Trump would help end Syria’s international isolation, writes William Christou.Damascus had prepared a pitch to Trump that included access to Syrian oil, reassurances of Israel’s security and a proposal to build a Trump tower in Damascus. Continue reading...

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28 m. ago DWP issues update into PIP changes which could see thousands lose over £4,000 a year

The DWP has started its review into the controversial changes to the PIP benefit that could see thousands of disabled people lose payments

Economics

33 m. ago Three new prisons to be built starting this year, UK justice secretary announces

Shabana Mahmood says jails will be part of a ‘record prison expansion’ amid overcrowding crisis in England and Wales Three new prisons will be built, starting this year, as part of a “record prison expansion”, the justice secretary has announced, as the government grapples with near-full jails.Shabana Mahmood also announced a shake-up of prison recall measures, which will mean prisoners serving between one and four years’ jail time can be returned to prison only for “a fixed 28-day period”. Continue reading...

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40 m. ago Get Daily Record's WhatsApp crime and gangland news updates straight to your phone

Our Criminal Record WhatsApp community will bring you the latest news from Scotland's underworld.

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40 m. ago Justice Secretary announces ‘record prison expansion’ to tackle overcrowding

Ms Mahmood also announced a shake-up of prison recall measures.

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44 m. ago Virgin Island's intimate sex demonstration leaves one Channel 4 star in tears

Channel 4's brand new series Virgin Island has caused a stir with viewers, that already branding it as "car crash TV", while one woman was left in tears just moments into the show

Politics

44 m. ago Trump’s Qatar visit off to flying start with military jet escort

President Donald Trump's trip to Qatar got off to a flying start when eight fighter jets turned up to escort Air Force One into Doha on Wednesday, May 14.

Events

63 m. ago ‘Perfect for tackling awkward areas in garden’ cordless rechargeable strimmer gets 35% off

Perfecting for whipping your garden into shape this spring, there's a cordless strimmer causing a stir among shoppers as it makes it easier than ever to 'tackle awkward areas' - and its on sale

Events

64 m. ago Busy summer ahead for Stirling Albion as summer of ins and outs kicks off

The Albion manager admits his defence will require a "rebuild" over the coming weeks - with eight already contracted and others announcing their exit.

Politics

65 m. ago Cannes controversies: now critics protest about lack of access to stars

Jo-Ann Titmarsh reports from Cannes on the controversies that have hit this year’s film festival, which now sees film critics protesting, as well as De Niro speaking out against Trump and jury president Juliette Binoche having her say on Gérard Depardieu

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80 m. ago South Africa's president mocks white 'cowards' for fleeing the country to resettle in US

The White House expedited the group's applications after saying they were victims of 'racial discrimination' under Cyril Ramaphosa's African National Congress (ANC) government.

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83 m. ago US and Qatar sign defense and aviation deal as Trump say of emir: ‘we just like each other’ – live

US president says $200bn Boeing order is ‘largest order of jets’ in its history and is full of praise for Qatar’s leader and country’s marble palacesThe meeting between Donald Trump and Syria’s president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, in Saudi Arabia was the culmination of months of diplomacy by the Syrians, as well as their Turkish and Saudi allies, who believed face time with Trump would help end Syria’s international isolation, writes William Christou.Damascus had prepared a pitch to Trump that included access to Syrian oil, reassurances of Israel’s security and a proposal to build a Trump tower in Damascus. Continue reading...

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97 m. ago Foodie tests out new Krispy Kreme pistachio doughnut and is surprised by one thng

Krispy Kreme launched its new Pistachio Overload doughnut in UK stores after it first dropped in Australia last month, and a food critic has now shared her review of the treat

Events

1 hour ago European Council president Costa praises Montenegro's advance on EU path

European Council’s president Antonio Costa has praised Montenegro for its progress on the path toward membership in the European Union, describing the small Balkan country as “one of the finest examples of the EU’s positive enlargement momentum.”

Politics

2 h. ago Attempted murder Stirling: Man hospitalised after being deliberately struck by driver

A black Ford Fiesta deliberately hit a 26-year-old man before driving towards Stirling, where the vehicle was later found on fire.

Events

2 h. ago Imprisoned Suge Knight says Trump will pardon Diddy if convicted in sex trafficking case: ‘Puffy’s gonna be alright’

Suge Knight reasoned that President Donald Trump will pardon Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs because he commuted the sentence of his Death Row Records co-founder, Michael Harris, in 2021

Events

2 h. ago 1536 turns Anne Boleyn’s downfall into a witty, wrenching parable of girlhood

The themes of female friendships, misogyny and the trickle-down effects of patriarchy are as present today as they are in this play set 500 years ago

Politics

2 h. ago Donald Trump is taking tips on how to host the World Cup from Qatar

Sheikh Tamim Al Thani told the US President he was "sharing our experience" of hosting the tournament - boasting there was "not one incident" during their World Cup in 2022. Qatar has long been criticised for criminalising homosexuality, with prison sentences of up to seven years or death by stoning.

Politics

2 h. ago Why Trump’s Qatar plane ignited a fierce political debate and could cost more than $1bn

The president insists only a ‘stupid person’ would turn down extravagant gift intended to replace Air Force One, but risks violating U.S. Constitution’s emoluments clause

Politics

2 h. ago Donald Trump praises Syrian leader as ‘attractive guy, tough guy’ as trip continues in Qatar – US politics live

US president met Ahmed al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia before heading to Doha amid growing controversy over Qatar luxury plane gift The meeting between Donald Trump and Syria’s president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, in Saudi Arabia was the culmination of months of diplomacy by the Syrians, as well as their Turkish and Saudi allies, who believed face time with Trump would help end Syria’s international isolation, writes William Christou.Damascus had prepared a pitch to Trump that included access to Syrian oil, reassurances of Israel’s security and a proposal to build a Trump tower in Damascus. Continue reading...

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