64 m. ago Several people injured in Uppsala after reports of gunfire, police say

Police say people ‘have been found with injuries that indicate gunfire’ after loud bangs heard in Swedish citySwedish police said on Tuesday that several people in the city of Uppsala in eastern Sweden had been found with injuries that indicated gunfire after loud bangs were heard in the city.The police said in a statement that they had received calls from members of the public who said they had heard noise that sounded like gunfire in the centre of the city. Continue reading...

Events

99 m. ago Falkirk councillors to get full swimming pool report 'lost' for five years

A summary of the report said many questions were unanswered so councillors have asked for the full version

Politics

1 hour ago Trump dismisses contributors to key US report on climate crisis preparedness

The assessment, mandated by Congress, is used by federal and local governments to prep for climate disastersDonald Trump’s administration has dismissed all contributors to the US government’s flagship study on how to prepare for climate change impacts, prompting strong criticism from experts over a “senseless” move.The climate assessment is used by federal and local governments to understand how to prepare for climate crisis impacts including from extreme heat, hurricanes, flooding and drought. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago White House lashes out at ‘hostile and political act by Amazon’

Spat comes after report alleged tech giant was planning to display price increases caused by Trump’s tariffs

Politics

2 h. ago Financial services firms paid £236m of redress in second half of 2024 – FCA

One financial services expert said a fall in complaints being recorded could reflect the positive impacts of the regulator’s Consumer Duty on firms.

Economics

3 h. ago White House calls Amazon ‘hostile’ for reportedly planning to list tariff costs

White House accuses Amazon of ‘hostile and political act’ after report says company will display tariffs costs on siteThe White House accused Amazon of committing a “hostile and political act” after a report said the e-commerce company was planning to inform customers how much Donald Trump’s tariffs would cost them as they shopped.The press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, was responding to a report in Punchbowl News, which, citing a person familiar with the matter, reported that Amazon would begin displaying on its site how much the tariffs had increased the prices of individual products, breaking out the figure from the total listed price. Continue reading...

Economics

3 h. ago Why you should avoid sleeping on your stomach, according to health experts

A new survey of 2,000 adults has revealed that the most popular sleeping position is on the right side - but experts say it's not the best for your health

Science

4 h. ago Witnesses in shock as cyclist airlifted to hospital after bus crash outside primary school

The cyclist sustained serious injuries not believed to be life-threatening

Events

5 h. ago Football Association defends chief executive’s salary after huge bonus payment

Mark Bullingham received £450,000 as part of an executive long-term incentive plan (LTIP) scheme

Economics

5 h. ago Irish rap trio Kneecap speak out against calls for them to clarify support for Hamas

Following calls for clarity from politicians, Belfast rap trio Kneecap has released a statement addressing their position on Hamas and Hezbollah, after their Coachella performance sparked controversy

Politics

6 h. ago Layoffs, closures and gaps in oversight expected after hundreds of DOJ grants are canceled

Hundreds of organizations have received notice that the Department of Justice is canceling ongoing grants they had received through the Office of Justice Programs

Politics

6 h. ago 'Frustrating' Trump has 'bungled' tariffs but two changes could give him 'best start ever'

EXCLUSIVE: We recently graded Donald Trump as an F on his ‘probation report card’ for his first 100 days in the White House – but balance is important and not everyone sees things the same way

Politics

6 h. ago Woman thrown onto railway track seconds before announcement that train was approaching

The terrifying incident happened at Shotts station, Hamilton Sheriff Court heard this week.

Politics

6 h. ago Bluesky down as thousands report issues with social media app

Users across the UK have reported issues with the platform

Politics

6 h. ago 'Untouchable' BBC star slammed for 'exceptionally inappropriate language' in new bombshell report

The BBC has vowed to crack down on all misconduct in the workplace amid a series of scandals involving BBC colleagues in recent months as chair Dr Samir Shah issues warning to 'big stars' not following the rules.

Events

6 h. ago Woman in her 30s dies in skydiving fall at County Durham farm after 'parachute accident'

Emergency services rushed to Wreford's Farm in Shotton Colliery, County Durham, on Sunday morning. The woman, in her 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Events

6 h. ago Full New State Pension payments during retirement means you need to work this number of years

Older people do not automatically receive full New State Pension payments of £230.25 each week when they retire.

Economics

7 h. ago Dykehead Primary in Shotts receives positive inspection report

Inspectors praised the school’s calm and purposeful learning environment and recognised improvements in children’s attainment in mathematics.

Politics

7 h. ago Meghan speaks of ‘fear of failure’ amid controversy over using HRH style

The Duchess of Sussex suggested her A positive blood type means she is an over-achiever and said she was given business advice by Oprah Winfrey.

Events

7 h. ago BREAKING: Statement issued after road taped off outside primary school

Outwood Road in Heald Green has been shut following the incident this morning

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