35 m. ago Justin Bieber enjoys stay at plush Gleneagles resort in Scotland

The Canadian superstar was spotted flying in to Dundee airport on Thursday afternoon alongside a group of pals.

Politics

2 h. ago Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl review – lazy big screen cash

The megastar’s underwhelming new album gets a suitably sub-par cinematic accompaniment offering very little for even the most devoted of fansJust as the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, fans of Taylor Swift will heed the call for new content. Long before the economy-lifting, paradigm-shifting global domination of her Eras Tour, Swift had cultivated a uniquely intense and personal relationship with her fans, even within the reverential world of pop music. That relationship, sustained through Easter eggs, years long parasocial narratives and arguably her own metaverse, can be real and special and nutritive, a steady raft through life’s storms – I’ve been there. But years into her imperial era, Swift’s cyclical feeding of the fan base has started to seem less like an act of mutual devotion and more nakedly exploitative, the many one-off re-releases and special vinyls and limited-edition Target drops like a billionaire’s tax on her most loyal.The latest of these is the Life o...

Politics

2 h. ago Why Swifties are going crazy for the 'Easter Eggs' in her new album Life of a Showgirl

As the planet shifts on its axis under the gargantuan force of the Taylor Swift album released, some have taken issue with the quality of her songs. But for many 'Swifties', they're entirely missing the point.

Culture

2 h. ago Storm Amy: Further disruption expected as weather warnings cover whole of UK

Weather warnings covering the whole of the UK are in place on Saturday and include alerts for both wind and rain, the Met Office said.

Events

3 h. ago Dragged into Gaza after their observation post was raided and their unarmed female comrades murdered. Two Israeli hostages describe their ordeal for the first time

As is the tradition among the women known as Israel 's 'eyes on the border', Shahaf Nissani was allowed to choose who attended her farewell 'tea time' feast before her last shift on the border.

Events

4 h. ago Storm Amy in pictures as high winds and heavy rain batters Scotland

An amber warning for wind is in place across parts of Scotland, with yellow warnings across most of the rest of the country.

Events

4 h. ago Jim Goodwin has Dundee United game plan for under the wind as Storm Amy set to batter Scotland

The Tanndice gaffer is hoping the forecasted wild weather doesn't impact top-flight games this weekend

Events

5 h. ago Storm Amy brings flight chaos as Manchester Airport passengers face delays and cancellations

Flights to and from Ireland and Scotland are being affected as the storm batters the UK

Events

5 h. ago Jason Manford forced to cancel gig due to Storm Amy just hours before taking to the stage as flight diverts

Jason Manford has been forced to cancel a gig due to extreme weather, just hours before taking to the stage.

Events

5 h. ago Comedian Jason Manford shares Storm Amy 'Final Destination' moment on flight

The comedian was unable to get to Belfast for a gig tonight which has now been cancelled.

Events

5 h. ago Serving Met Police officer arrested for ‘perverting course of justice’ at Charing Cross station

Scotland Yard said the allegation relates to an incident that took place on October 2 - the day after BBC Panorama aired

Events

6 h. ago 'Stop fanning flames of hatred', urge Jewish Scotland leaders after Manchester synagogue attack

Political and community leaders across Scotland must act urgently to “stop fanning the flames of hatred”, Jewish council chiefs have said in the wake of the Manchester synagogue attack.

Politics

6 h. ago I experienced the best of Scottish hospitality at Brig o'Doon

This was one of the best hotel stays I had enjoyed anywhere in Scotland

Politics

6 h. ago How to get a good job that's in demand and AI won't steal: This is Money podcast

The team look at the list of the 30 most in-demand roles to see what they can uncover. Plus, pension lump sums, flight time mysteries and unlimited Yorkshire Puds.

Events

6 h. ago All the Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches to close in 2025 and 2026

Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed plans to shut an additional 49 branches next year. In total, approximately 289 branches will close by the end of 2026

Politics

6 h. ago Busy city centre road closed after building collapses on to car amid Storm Amy

A building has fallen on to the road in Glasgow amid strong winds in Scotland from the first named storm of the season.

Transport

7 h. ago Mourners line the streets as Jimmy 'The Weed' Donnelly is laid to rest

The 84-year-old was a founding member of Manchester's notorious Quality Street Gang

Politics

7 h. ago Taylor Swift's property portfolio: from London to LA here's where the Life of a Showgirl star has called home

The megastar’s property portfolio has been estimated at $150 million (£123m)

Society

7 h. ago London Girl? Taylor Swift is ‘looking for a house in Hampstead’ to add to her £123m property portfolio

The popstar is said to be looking for a period property with a garden in Hampstead or St John’s Wood.

Society

7 h. ago Storm Amy sees Jason Manford forced to cancel show as flight diverts

The extreme conditions are causing disruptions to flights at a number of major airports

Events