10 h. ago A Scottish island's unique hospitality finishes as last remaining residents leave for good

For the first time in decades, Rona’s population will go from two to zero this month.

Politics

24 h. ago Famous European attraction free of scaffolding for first time in decades

Tourists can now enjoy the ancient temple without the scaffolding

Politics

26 h. ago SNP conference LIVE as Nationalists gather to debate Scottish independence strategy

The Nationalists are determined to stretch their time in power at Holyrood into a third decade when a crunch Scottish election rolls around in May next year.

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26 h. ago SNP conference LIVE as John Swinney sees off party rebellion on IndyRef2 plans

The Nationalists are determined to stretch their time in power at Holyrood into a third decade when a crunch Scottish election rolls around in May next year.

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28 h. ago Greece's famed Parthenon free of scaffolding for first time in decades

Visitors to Athens can now enjoy an unobstructed view of the Parthenon

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51 h. ago Ancient and 'rare' fish spotted off UK coast for first time in two decades

The creature, a species that is more commonly found in deep waters, was spotted just a few miles off the coast of Cornwall by diver Charles Hood, who was swimming with blue sharks at the time

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53 h. ago Two species of moths spotted at Dumfriesshire nature reserve for first time in decades

the anomalous and autumnal rustic species were recorded at Grey Mare's Tail for the first time since 1993.

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4 d. ago Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca decision slammed as private claim made about Alejandro Garnacho

Chelsea sealed back-to-back victories over Liverpool for the first time in over decade on Saturday after beating the champions 2-1 under the lights at Stamford Bridge

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5 d. ago The Science and Industry Museum's iconic Power Hall reopens after six years and major regeneration

Visitors will be able to explore working steam engines, some of which are running for the first time in almost a decade

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6 d. ago Mary Berry opens up on Bake Off issue and says 'I didn't want a drama'

Dame Mary Berry has been a TV regular for more than five decades, but it was her time on the Great British Bake Off that made her a household name across the UK

Events

1 week ago Super Furry Animals 2026 tour presale and general sale information for Supercabra dates

Super Furry Animals are back on tour again, for the first time in a decade - and here's all your ticket information

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1 week ago Five bargain motors tipped to become classics in 20 years time – including retro SUV and ‘last of its kind’ Honda

FIVE cars that are currently reasonably priced are poised to become classics in years to come, according to a man in the know. William Fletcher, the CEO of car.co.uk, revealed which motors he believes will be looked back on fondly, for their design, rarity or cultural significance, in some two decades time. Many, including Fletcher,...

Economics

2 w. ago Iran angry as sweeping UN sanctions take effect after failure of nuclear talks

Foreign ministry attacks ‘unjustifiable’ return of measures expected to have wide effects on troubled economyWidespread UN sanctions against Iran have come back into force for the first time in a decade, prompting anger from Tehran, after last-ditch nuclear talks with western powers failed to produce a breakthrough.The sanctions, which came into effect late on Saturday and three months after Israel and the US bombed Iran, bar dealings related to Tehran’s nuclear and ballistic missiles programme and are also expected to have wider effects on its troubled economy. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Political violence on the rise: Left wing attacks outnumber those from the right for first time in decades

Falling right wing attacks and rising numbers of attacks by left-wing extremists come amid political polarization over Trump administration policies

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2 w. ago Award winning indie rock band announces first Glasgow show in ten years

A LEGENDARY indie rock band will be returning to Glasgow for the fist time in a decade. Multi-award-winning artist Kevin Parker will bring the Tame Impala tour to the city. Scotland's biggest city will be a stop on his lineup of gigs featuring his new album, Deadbeat. It is the first time Tame Impala will...

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2 w. ago Tolls on historic Clifton Suspension Bridge could rise for first time in decade

Three million vehicles a year cross the bridge, which was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

Politics

2 w. ago China’s new visa opens doors for foreign talent just as Trump tightens H

As Washington makes it harder for foreign talent to enter the country, Beijing is going the opposite way by changing its visa rules for first time in over a decade. Shweta Sharma reports

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2 w. ago Transport for London Taps Bond Market for First Time in a Decade

Transport for London Taps Bond Market for First Time in a Decade  Bloomberg.com

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2 w. ago Brits born after this date now more likely to die from killer disease

For the first time in several decades, fatalities are on the rise among adults under 65

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2 w. ago Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’

New data shows governments now planning more fossil fuel production in coming decades than they were in 2023Governments around the world are ramping up coal, gas and oil extraction which will put climate goals beyond reach, new data has shown.Far from reducing reliance on fossil fuels, nations are planning higher levels of fossil fuel production for the coming decades than they did in 2023, the last time comparable data was compiled. Continue reading...

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