4 h. ago Falkirk council welcomes return of PPP high schools as SNP blast 'toxic legacy'

Falkirk Council's landmark contract was a first for Scotland 25 years ago and was the first to come to an end.

Events

8 h. ago Why Alejandro Garnacho can expect hostile welcome on Man Utd return this weekend

Alejandro Garnacho returns to Manchester United on Saturday for the first time since his £40m summer switch to Chelsea, with the winger certain to receive a hostile reception

Politics

10 h. ago Newcastle United vs Barcelona Champions League prediction, odds and betting offer

The Magpies return to the Champions League stage and welcome heavyweights Barcelona who will be looking for a similar performance as last year's group stage campaign

Sport

30 h. ago Ajax vs Inter Milan Champions League prediction, odds and betting offer

Ajax return to the Champions League stage and welcome Serie A side Inter Milan to the Johan Cruyff Arena

Sport

60 h. ago Laughter returns to the North East as Aberdeen Comedy Festival kicks off next week

Aberdeen Comedy Festival makes a welcome return next week with a fortnight of funny in the Granite City from Monday, September 22 to Sunday, October 5. Revived by Aberdeen Performing Arts and supported by Aberdeen Inspired, the festival promises a packed line-up of leading names to rising stars, household favourites to local heroes, from stand-up to improv to tickle your funny bone.

Culture

61 h. ago Jude Bellingham: Real Madrid star to return to action in Champions League after shoulder surgery

England international will be a welcome return after months out

Sport

5 d. ago Why talk of a royal return for Harry is 'wide of the mark'... and why few believe he'll ever be fully welcomed back to the fold: REBECCA ENGLISH

When Prince Harry flew into Britain on Monday from California, he came with two aims, but no promises.

Politics

7 d. ago Epstein’s shadow hangs over special relationship before Trump state visit

Jeffrey Epstein’s toxic legacy has touched the US and UK governments and the royal family.

Politics

7 d. ago Tottenham injury update: Dominic Solanke, Yves Bissouma and Radu Dragusin latest news and return dates

A welcome return to training for one long-term absentee

Events

1 week ago Freddie Flintoff branded 'brilliant' by fans as he returns to TV with new BBC series

Freddie Flintoff made a welcome return to TV screens with new series of his hit BBC show Field of Dreams on Sunday evening

Events

1 week ago Gogglebox welcomes five new families as former cast members 'not asked to return'

Gogglebox has returned to our TV screens for season 26, but a number of the show's families have been axed from the Channel 4 series

Politics

1 week ago Special meeting of Falkirk Council called in wake of controversial social care decision

Councilor Brian McCabe says changes that will affect councillors' wards should be made clearly.

Politics

2 w. ago For Sale sign set to go up on former Falkirk Council offices

The Forum in Callendar Business Park closed in March and will be sold if councillors agree.

Politics

2 w. ago Falkirk Council staff 'intimidated' while removing flags at town centre protest

Council workers were allegedly threatened with violence as they tried to remove flags from lamposts.

Events

2 w. ago Welcome on board this aircraft. Please return your seat to the upright position – for ever | Arwa Mahdawi

Air rage episodes are on the rise – many sparked by seat problems. Surely Trump could use his executive overreach to impose an outright ban on recliners?Down with reclining seats in airplanes! Or, more to the point, up with them. Please sit up straight and pay attention while I make this very serious in-flight announcement: the airline industry should prevent all seats in basic economy from reclining until the general public has shown they know how to use them responsibly. And by “use them responsibly” I mean: don’t recline. Or, if you must, do so courteously and not for the entire flight.Now, I understand a blanket ban might not be a popular solution. But it is the fairest and most utilitarian approach; whatever small degree of comfort you may achieve by being able to lean back a few inches is outweighed by the misery you inflict on the person behind you. Particularly if said person is trying to work on a laptop, eat a meal or nap on their tray table. Continue reading...

Politics

2 w. ago Brighton vs Man City Premier League prediction, odds and betting offer

The Albion will be welcoming Man City as both sides look to return to winning ways after similar defeats last time out in the Premier League

Politics

2 w. ago Falkirk council saves £8.3 million but spending still outstrips income

Falkirk Council's accounts are now ready for the annual audit and show progress in cutting spending.

Economics

3 w. ago Falkirk councillor demands emergency meeting over social care decisions

Councillor Brian McCabe has been told the council cannot challenge Falkirk Integration Joint Board's decision to make changes at a housing with care complex in his ward

Politics

3 w. ago Public toilets in Falkirk 'Outlander' village will be sold as bids close

Blackness is on the John Muir Way but Falkirk Council says the toilets are unaffordable

Politics

3 w. ago Complaints over Falkirk HMO numbers as council demands report

Labour councillor Alan Nimmo raised the issue following complaints from Grangemouth residents

Politics