34 m. ago Travel chaos as more major airports across Europe closed due to icy weather

More airports across Europe have had to temporarily close due to icy weather conditions. 

Society

2 h. ago Eleven central bank chiefs defend Fed’s Jerome Powell over DoJ investigation; oil hits two

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US tradeGlobal central bank officials are reportedly planning to release a coordinated statement of support for US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, after America’s top central banker was threatened with a criminal indictment.Reuters is reporting that the statement, which is expected to contain the signatures of central bankers from around the world, will back Powell and stress the need for independent central banking. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago The 20 towns where house prices are forecast to rise MOST in 2026

Towns and cities across Scotland and northern England will perform best, while the south is set to suffer according to Zoopla.

Politics

5 h. ago Heathrow Airport security bag policy passengers need to know before they travel

The major London airport operates a two-bag policy - here's what you should know

Events

6 h. ago House price growth predicted for nine Scottish town and cities in 2026

Scotland holds nine out of 10 spots in a league table of UK locations where house price growth is predicted for 2026

Politics

7 h. ago Greenland is Europe’s credibility litmus test – it must show Trump that aggression carries a price | Fabian Zuleeg

In the new dog-eat-dog world order, appeasement doesn’t work. Time for the EU to grow upFabian Zuleeg is chief executive of the European Policy CentreDonald Trump’s intervention in Venezuela is not a one-off shock. It epitomises his approach of interventionist isolationism based on a revisionist, neo-nationalist agenda in which power is exercised bluntly, international rules are optional and alliances are transactional. In such a dog-eat-dog world, hesitation and ambiguity do not stabilise the system; they become vulnerabilities to be exploited by a volatile and predatory Washington.The seizure of Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro, combined with Trump’s renewed musings about acquiring Greenland, potentially by using the US military, should dispel any lingering illusion that this is merely erratic behaviour. It reflects a worldview in which sovereignty is conditional, spheres of influence are legitimate, and coercion is normalised when it delivers results in the interest of Trump...

Politics

12 h. ago Scotland dominates 'hottest property markets for 2026' with 9 locations in UK top 10

Housing markets across Scotland have the strongest prospects for house price growth in 2026, a property website has predicted.

Society

30 h. ago Michael B. Jordan's mom's reaction to Nikki Glaser's raunchy joke goes viral at Golden Globes

Michael B. Jordan's mom stole the spotlight with her priceless reaction to a risqué joke at the 2026 Golden Globes.

Politics

32 h. ago Flights are turned away from UK airport after 'technical issue'

Flights have been redirected away from a major UK airport following a technical fault.

Transport

36 h. ago All flights to major UK airport are suspended with customers warned of four

A HUGE power outage has caused severe delays and flight diversions at a major UK airport. Birmingham Airport has had to halt all arrivals and delay flights, causing disruption for hundreds of holidaymakers. The National Air Traffic Service has apologised for the disruption explaining that poor weather conditions caused the power outage. This comes after...

Events

47 h. ago Grand Prix ticket and hotel deals for F1 in 2026 to Monaco, Spain, Italy, Silverstone, Singapore and more

THE spectacular sights and sounds of a Formula 1 race – nothing comes close to the thrill of a live Grand Prix.  For motorsport fans around the world, the pilgrimage to Silverstone is a hallowed tradition.  F1 races in 2026 * Prices correct at time of writing but are subject to change. But a growing...

Sport

68 h. ago Why Russia’s economy is unlikely to collapse even if oil prices fall

Hopes that tougher sanctions and lower oil prices could derail Putin’s war effort underestimate how far the Kremlin has rewired its economyPacing inside the Kremlin last weekend, as news feeds churned out minute-by-minute reports of Donald’s Trump’s Venezuelan coup, Vladimir Putin may have been wondering what it would mean for the price of oil.Crude oil has lubricated the Russian economy for decades – far more than gas exports to Europe – and so the threat of falling oil prices, prompted by US plans for control of Venezuela’s rigs, will have been a source of concern. Continue reading...

Economics

68 h. ago Why Russia’s economy is unlikely to collapse even if oil prices fall | Phillip Inman

Hopes that tougher sanctions and lower oil prices could derail Putin’s war effort underestimate how far the Kremlin has rewired its economyPacing inside the Kremlin last weekend, as news feeds churned out minute-by-minute reports of Donald’s Trump’s Venezuelan coup, Vladimir Putin may have been wondering what it would mean for the price of oil.Crude oil has lubricated the Russian economy for decades – far more than gas exports to Europe – and so the threat of falling oil prices, prompted by US plans for control of Venezuela’s rigs, will have been a source of concern. Continue reading...

Economics

3 d. ago Major UK airport launching new routes to ‘world’s best airport’

Alongside seven entirely new routes, a major international airline will also be setting up at the airport for the first time

Politics

3 d. ago FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket prices in full and how to buy with deadline approaching

The Manchester Evening News looks at everything you need to know about buying FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets

Economics

3 d. ago Drivers kick off 2026 with lowest gas prices in nearly five years

“Crude oil prices remain relatively unchanged from the end of 2025 and unaffected amid questions about Venezuela’s impact on the oil market,” AAA said

Politics

3 d. ago FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets: How to buy and full price list for every match

The World Cup 2026 is edging ever closer, with fans anxious to secure tickets for their country's matches across the USA, Canada and Mexico

Economics

3 d. ago Broadband and mobile price rises 2026 including O2, Vodafone, Sky, Three and more

Telecom firms are banned by Ofcom from linking mid-contract price rises to inflation - instead, customers must be told in 'pounds and pence' how much their bill will increase by

Politics

4 d. ago Storm Goretti LIVE: Scores of Heathrow flights cancelled and tens of thousands without power as 'weather bomb' hits UK

UK airports face major disruption as ‘worst snow in decade’ expected over parts of country with tens of thousands without power

Events

4 d. ago Storm Goretti puts UK in chaos as airport closed and tens of thousands lose power

Storm Goretti has finally hit the UK as chaos across the country has seen tens of thousands of homes lose power, a major airport close its runway and hundreds of schools close

Events