62 m. ago Westlife star missing from shows as band share ‘important news’

Pop group made a major announcement while also sharing an update on their bandmate’s ongoing absence

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69 m. ago Edinburgh Fringe Hot Tickets 2025: Here are all 17 Edinburgh Comedy Award winners returning this year

With thousands of shows to choose from it can be hard to decide what to book at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. All these comedians are tried-and-tested comedy champions.

Sport

1 hour ago Mark Wright apologises for ‘inappropriate’ post after Air India plane crash

‘Only Way is Essex’ star apologised ‘for any offence caused’ after ‘horrendous’ timing

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2 h. ago Canadians said no to Trump – so why is Mark Carney pushing a Maga

If it goes ahead we will see the construction of a surveillance state that is in some ways worse than the USCanada got duped. We avoided electing an outright Trump sympathiser, but we still elected a prime minister who will align our policies with the United States. Despite all the anti-Trump rhetoric and celebration of the idea that Canada was independent and had no desire to be like the US, we are now passing Maga-inspired legislation.The newly elected Mark Carney government tabled a border bill that will give law enforcement sweeping powers in obtaining citizen’s data, and will align Canada with the US’s refugee policies. Bill C-2, or the Strong Borders Act, is presented as a border security bill. However, its reach extends beyond border applications to nearly all legislation.Erica Ifill is an economist and award-winning political columnist Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Exact button to press on dashboard that will cool down your car even when air con is off

Drivers have been advised on how to keep their car cool in the heatwave and it's all to do with the dashboard button that many people don't know the use for

Politics

2 h. ago Mark Wright apologises for 'poor taste' Instagram post after Air India plane crash

He has removed a post in the wake of the Air India plane crash, which killed all but one of its passengers and crew members, saying it was a 'horrendous coincidence'

Events

3 h. ago The car makers giving away free home chargers worth £1,000 to convince you to switch to an electric vehicle

Some electric car makers are willing to take a massive hit on profits to shift more electric cars, offering deals that include free homechargers, complimentary charging and even cash.

Economics

3 h. ago ‘Framed by jagged peaks, it felt like stepping into a dream’: readers’ favourite mountain trips in Europe

From the Alpujarras to the Dolomites, our tipsters hike, camp and devour hearty mountain food in some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery• Send us a tip on European wilderness – the best wins a £200 holiday voucherAfter a gruelling journey from the UK, arriving at Alpe di Siusi during golden hour felt like stepping into a dream. Farmers turned hay in some of Europe’s highest alpine meadows, framed by jagged Dolomite peaks glowing in soft evening light. We can recommend staying at the Hotel Schmung, a family-run gem with delicious northern Italian food and direct access to scenic hikes. Rifugios provide great lunch stops along the trails. The peaceful setting, breathtaking views and freedom to explore on foot without needing a car make this a perfect base for the Dolomites.Louise Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Rare chance to see work of one of Scotland’s leading sculptors

When Kenny Hunter describes his forthcoming exhibition at the Fine Art Society in Edinburgh as “monumentous”, he’s not just talking about its importance in his career, writes Susan Mansfield.

Politics

3 h. ago Model from Motherwell comes out top in capital city's Miss Great Britain competition

Jennifer Winter works in Edinburgh and came second last year.

Politics

4 h. ago Drivers with specific cars urged to keep keys away from windows and doors

UK motorists with a specific kind of car have been urged to take a simple safety precaution, after alarming data revealed that between 60 and 70 per cent of vehicles stolen in 2024 were keyless models

Transport

8 h. ago There are three ways the world could strike Iran's threatened nuclear warhead

Benjamin Netanyahu's doom-laden rhetoric has become almost part of the global background noise. He has cried 'Wolf!' so many time now world leaders ignore his alarms.

Events

9 h. ago Jay Slater investigator's key theory on what led to death of missing teen

Ex-detective Mark Williams-Thomas said Jay Slater was "buzzing" and wanted to carry on partying even though his friends left, which led him to make the decision to travel far away from his hotel

Events

10 h. ago Northern Ireland migrant protesters throw firebombs at police as violence spreads to Portadown

Communities in Northern Ireland are experiencing a fourth day of fear and anxiety as masked protesters continue to wreak havoc and commit acts of fiery vandalism on residential neighbourhoods

Events

11 h. ago It’s not just the noise: Cicadas are overrunning an amusement park and are taking the blame for a car crash

Brood 14 is emerging across portions of the eastern U.S., and will likely be a present nuisance for the next few weeks

Events

11 h. ago Mark Wright forced to apologise for 'tasteless' Instagram post in wake of Air India plane crash

Mark Wright has issued a public apology after sharing a post about his flight home from a lavish holiday with wife Michelle Keegan just hours after the fatal Air India plane crash today.

Events

11 h. ago Badenoch to call for end to oil and gas windfall tax and ban on new licences

She will speak at her first Scottish Conservative conference since taking over as Tory leader.

Politics

11 h. ago Mark Wright apologises for 'horrendous' Instagram post following fatal Air India plane crash

Mark Wright has apologised after sharing a post about a flight home from a holiday with Michelle Keegan

Events

12 h. ago Northern Ireland riots LIVE: Fires burn in Portadown as rocks thrown at police

A heavy PSNI presence has been deployed as unrest continues in Northern Ireland this evening - with reports of fires and rocks being thrown at police in Portadown

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12 h. ago Mark Wright apologises after 'insensitive' post hours after Air India plane crash

Mark Wright has issued an apology after he was criticised for a post that went live on his Instagram page in the wake of the fatal Air India plane crash today, leaving over 230 people dead

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