66 m. ago Second parent shares 'strangling' fears at Scots primary school

The mum, who spoke anonymously to protect her daughter's identity, revealed a series of troubling incidents.

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1 hour ago Drivers face £100 fine with new parking rules taking force from Monday

Falkirk Council will introduce a ban on pavement parking from Monday, with motorists facing the prospect of a 100 fixed penalty notice in some cases

Economics

1 hour ago What is Legionnaires’ disease and how to protect against Legionella bacteria during summer heatwave

As the weather heats up, so does the risk of Legionnaires’ disease 🚨

Society

3 h. ago CNN’s resident MAGA defender keeps getting his past Jan. 6 condemnation thrown back in his face

‘He did not protect or defend the Constitution and he violated his oath of office,’ Tara Setmayer told Scott Jennings. ‘You know, who said that? You did after January 6th.’ Justin Baragona details how the CNN commentator is having his old comments used against him

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3 h. ago LA28 to break longstanding tradition with corporate venue names at Games

LA28 to allow corporate names on competition venuesComcast, Honda first naming partners in Games historyMove marks break from Olympics’ clean venue traditionFor the first time in Olympic and Paralympic history, competition venues will carry corporate names, breaking from the longstanding “clean venue” tradition.That policy, also enforced at other mega-events like the Fifa World Cup, requires stadiums and arenas to strip or cover all non-official sponsor branding, including naming rights signage. The aim is to protect the exclusivity of global partners who pay millions for official status. In past events, Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium became “Arsenal Stadium” for Uefa matches, and New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium will be known as “New York New Jersey Stadium” during the 2026 World Cup. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Peter Kyle launches fresh 'single word' attack on Nigel Farage after Jimmy Savile row

Technology Secretary Peter Kyle has said Nigel Farage has not said “one single word” about how he’ll protect kids online after vowing to rip up the UK’s online safety laws

Events

4 h. ago Santander launches new bank app feature and says it will protect customers

Leading bank Santander has launched a new mobile banking service in new app update, offering users blurring protection after a recent report found £1.8 million was lost from customers just last year

Economics

4 h. ago The secret gem Scottish fishing village with beach 'in walking distance'

"Was a lovely place to stay for a relaxing break."

Society

4 h. ago UK households asked to clear their windowsills until November because of Google

360 views allow thieves to assess entry points and blind spots, so it's crucial that property owners protect their property

Politics

4 h. ago Four simple tips to protect your heart, according to a biokineticist

The heart’s health is affected by factors such as inactivity, unhealthy eating and chronic stress

Politics

4 h. ago Beach hut owner is embroiled in bitter row with neighbours after 'spoiling popular seafront' with 'ugly' walled fence

Punch and Judy beach hut owner Sophie Jarman has found herself at war with locals after installing an 'invasive' walled fence in front of her shed on Hordle Cliffs beach in Milford on Sea, Hampshire.

Culture

5 h. ago Watch live: World Humanoid Robot Games opening ceremony kicks off in China

Watch live as Beijing hosts the opening ceremony for the World 2025 Humanoid Robot Games on Thursday (14 August).

Politics

6 h. ago Melania Trump demands Hunter Biden retract comments linking her to Jeffrey Epstein

First lady threatens to sue Joe Biden’s son after he said the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein introduced her to Donald TrumpMelania Trump has demanded that Hunter Biden retract comments linking her to the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and has threatened to sue if he does not.Biden, the son of the former president Joe Biden, alleged in an interview this month that Epstein introduced the first lady to Donald Trump. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Hidden beach is like 'private island' with crystal clear waters and golden sands

This secluded beach in Pembrokeshire is so beautiful, it could easily be mistaken for a tropical paradise - and it is the perfect spot for a day out in the sun

Politics

7 h. ago David Ellis on Paulie's: New York pizza for £5 a slice? Fuhgeddaboudit

David Ellis on Paulie's: New York pizza for £5 a slice? Fuhgeddaboudit  London Evening Standard

Economics

7 h. ago David Ellis reviews Paulie's: New York pizza for £5 a slice? Fuhgeddaboudit

A pizza joint offering proof there’s American culinary life beyond the Hard Rock Cafe

Economics

7 h. ago Foreign Office warns of strict new alcohol rules and fines in Portugal's Algarve

The single most popular region of the country with holidaymakers is the beach-lined, sunny Algarve in the south. UK visitors account for 44% of all overseas guests in the region and 40% of flight arrivals at Faro Airport

Events

7 h. ago New DVLA rules mean drivers face 'biggest change in decades'

As safety on the UK's roads and motorways continues to remain an issue, the government is expected to introduce some significant changes to the rules for motorists

Politics

7 h. ago Lloyds Bank to introduce new rule for customers from end of August

The banking group has announced a first for the UK which will be introduced at the end of August

Economics

7 h. ago Thirteen children injured after rollercoaster derails in 100

'Screaming' children trapped on ride weeks before permanent closure of 100-year-old amusement park

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