41 h. ago Two months after its war with Israel, Iran braces for another showdown

As Europe considers triggering the JCPOA's snapback mechanism and reimposing sanctions, Independent Persian’s editor-in-chief Camelia Entekhabifard warns about the possibility of a second Iran-Israel war

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4 d. ago Edinburgh council to launch probe after man found dead in City Chambers toilet

Sean Stephen lay undiscovered for days in locked toilet at Edinburgh City Chambers.

Events

4 d. 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

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4 d. ago Tesla sales fell 40% across Europe in July; Drax shares tumble 10% after FCA launches investigation – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsShares in power generator Drax have tumbled by 10% after it revealed this morning it is being investigated by the City watchdog.Traders drove Drax’s share price down to 630p in early London trading, down from 703.5p last night, following the news that the FCA is probing whether its recent annual reports comply with UK Listing Rules.Meanwhile, possible electricity rate adjustments and higher rice tariffs could raise inflationary pressures over the policy horizon. The Monetary Board observed that domestic demand has held firm. However, the impact of US policies on global trade and investment continue to weigh on global economic activity. This could temper the outlook for the Philippine economy. Continue reading...

Economics

4 d. ago Family snare callous carer on CCTV as she robs vulnerable couple in own home

Rita Mueti was struck off the register after a Scottish Social Services Council hearing.

Society

5 d. ago Renfrewshire shortlisted for council of the year at UK awards

Renfrewshire is one of eight local authorities from across the UK nominated for the top award, and one of three Scottish councils in the running.

Events

5 d. ago Social care worker struck off after allegedly making racist comments and physically taking hold of colleague

Mary Fraser received the ultimate sanction from the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) following complaints on her conduct while working in Wishaw and Stirling.

Transport

5 d. ago Gangster Ross McGill's "war council" unmasked as top crime lords behind Scotland's violence

An underworld source has revealed the men behind the feared Tamo Junto (TMJ) gang.

Events

6 d. ago Scotland needs a “credible response” to combat the rising tide of violent crime, police chief watchdog warns

Association of Scottish Police Superintendents president Rob Hay has said police must be able to mount an effective fightback to the rise in crime.

Events

6 d. ago Sir Billy Connolly to be celebrated as part of home city’s 850th birthday events

The Big Yin Weekend will take place on September 6 and 7.

Politics

7 d. ago Authorities must tackle 'challenges' in performing at Fringe, chief executive warns, amid flat ticket sales

Ticket sales were flat for this year’s Fringe

Events

1 week ago Scots council warning ahead of planned protest at asylum hotel

Perth and Kinross Council have asked protestors attending an anti-asylum hotel demonstration to treat "those seeking refuge, the same way they would hope to be treated".

Events

1 week ago Political leaders on Scottish council promise to 'defend right to peaceful protest'

Political leaders on a Scottish council have reaffirmed their commitment to being a "Council of Sanctuary"

Politics

1 week ago Falkirk finance chief warns economic outlook for all Scottish councils 'bleak'

Councillors were told years if rising costs meant local authorities across the country were facing serious financial challenges and struggling to cover the cost of services.

Events

1 week ago Reeves’s ‘mansion tax’ makes ‘no sense’ and could lose Treasury money, former IFS chief warns

The chancellor is reportedly planning to levy capital gains on the sale of first properties

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1 week ago Former Scottish Labour Fife councillor joins Reform where her values ‘are most aligned’

Two councillors in Fife have now switched to Nigel Farage’s Reform party.

Politics

1 week ago Fife councillor jailed for sexual abuse of vulnerable teen girl

David Graham, 43, targeted the victim in 2023 over a six month period.

Events

1 week ago 'Scots cops will die' Police union chief issues stark warning after spate of murder bids

A summer of violence has seen three attempted murders on serving officers attending call-outs over a matter of weeks.

Events

2 w. ago Shoplifters think they can rob shops with impunity, police chief warns

Katy Bourne, the national lead for shoplifting at the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, said more robust police interventions are needed to prevent reoffending.

Events

2 w. ago Oasis star Liam Gallagher had 'every right' to be angry as fans branded 'fat and drunk'

Liam Gallagher hit out after reports council leaders said their supporters were "drunk", "fat" and "old" ahead of their Scottish shows this week. But Edinburgh’s Council leader Jane Meagher said “at no point” did council leaders “use any of the language quoted”.

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