3 h. ago Warning West Lothian community centre plans could lead to closures

Livingston North SNP member Andrew Miller said he won’t be surprised if most centres opt for full council control - a new option proposed last week.

Events

7 h. ago 2 crew members missing after a military training plane crashes in central Japan

A Japanese air force training plane has crashed minutes after taking off from a base in central Japan

Events

7 h. ago Two shopping centres and bus station to be transformed in ambitious town plans

The plan would see the map of the town severely altered over the next two decades

Economics

7 h. ago Emotional Martin Lewis welcomes changes to ‘aggressive’ council tax practice

An emotional Martin Lewis has hailed the government’s pledge to review 'aggressive' council tax collection practices.

Politics

8 h. ago Martin Lewis welcomes plans to consult on fairer council tax debt collection

The consumer champion said he hopes that the consultation ‘could be the start of changing things’.

Economics

21 h. ago Louisiana: controversial Denka plant suspends production after dire losses

Chemical plant linked to air pollution and cancer risks in majority-Black region ‘exploring all options for the future’A controversial chemical plant in the centre of Louisiana’s “Cancer Alley” region has indefinitely suspended all production following dire financial results, the facility’s operators announced on Tuesday.The Denka Performance Elastomer plant in St John Parish has long been associated with chronic air pollution issues and was the subject of a years-long Guardian reporting series examining the disproportionate cancer risk rates experienced by the majority-Black fence-line communities that surround the facility. Continue reading...

Economics

30 h. ago 'I'm a gardening expert – do this vital task before planting your garden centre flowers'

This simple tip could will help you get more for your money when shopping at a garden centre – and it involves something you might not expect. Here's all you need to know

Politics

33 h. ago Hamilton shoplifter brandished scissors and lunged at assistant who tried to stop her

Melissa McKee threatened staff in another Hamilton store on the same day, the town's sheriff court was told.

Economics

48 h. ago England plans thrown into chaos with NINE stars at centre of major IPL dilemma

Jos Buttler decided to stand down as England's white-ball captain earlier this year, with Harry Brook taking on the responsibilities starting with the series against West Indies

Events

49 h. ago Hamilton Accies chairman says staying in town would have 'finished the club' as he insists they owe stadium owners 'absolutely nothing'

Jock Brown has addressed fans on a number of issues surrounding the club and their impending move to Cumbernauld

Politics

4 d. ago Councillor to leave Neath Port Talbot coalition over concerns with town centre plan

He also said there was a lack of momentum on other key policies he had championed

Politics

5 d. ago Harry Styles fans in meltdown after he's spotted in crowd greeting new Pope in St. Peter's Square

The Grammy-award winning artist, 31, was seen in the crowd as Pope Leo XIV delivered his first public remarks in his new position.

Politics

7 d. ago Ukraine’s strong economy is a great asset, but the US mineral deal shows how fragile it could be | Luke Cooper

Kyiv still relies heavily on foreign support for its war effort, and it has agreed to difficult terms to keep the US on sideDespite Russia’s occupation of its territory, missile attacks on its infrastructure and the enormous human costs of the war, Ukraine’s economy has been impressively resilient. Its effective military resistance against a much stronger adversary is in fact underpinned by this successful economic management. Rather than face institutional sclerosis or even collapse, Ukraine’s state capacity has been strengthened by the conflict. Through a combination of tax revenue collection and substantial networks of voluntary fundraising, the state has dramatically increased the size of its armed forces, invested in defence production and maintained a decent level of public infrastructure.State spending on soldiers’ wages, infrastructure and logistics – including public sector procurement from private firms – has had a positive knock-on effect, supporting demand in the civilia...

Economics

1 week ago Trump administration to cut thousands of jobs from CIA and other spy agencies – report

CIA to lose 1,200 while NSA among other agencies reported to face downsizing amid president’s drive to shrink federal workforceThe White House plans to cut staffing at the Central Intelligence Agency by 1,200 positions while other intelligence agencies including the National Security Agency will also shed thousands of jobs, the Washington Post has reported.A person familiar with the plan confirmed the changes to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago New train route to link one of UK's best seaside towns with major northern city

Aviva Grand Central has announced plans for a new service that would link up Newcastle and Brighton for the first time. It is likely to be up and running from December 2026

Politics

1 week ago Brits warned not to make 'common mistake' at garden centre this weekend

A gardening expert has warned Brits not to make a common mistake when buying plants at garden centres - and has shared the best flowers to plant in April and May

Events

2 w. ago Hamilton Accies boss: When I go to shops or gym, points deduction is all folk want to talk about

Hamilton's plight is the talk of the town ahead of their appeal D-day on Thursday

Economics

2 w. ago Councillors agree to charity Deaf Services Lanarkshire taking over Coatbridge building to house new base

Organisation submitted community asset transfer plan to North Lanarkshire Council, proposing the purchase of Shawhead Community Centre.

Politics

2 w. ago The new apartments planned in town centre with 'generous private' balconies

A planning application has been submitted to Salford council

Politics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council’s work on child poverty receives positive feedback from Public Health Scotland

The council’s latest report on child poverty was reviewed by the NHS organisation which found that both the report itself and the action plan provided addressed both long term and prevention aspects, with interventions linking those in need into the relevant support.

Society