14 h. ago All of the exciting new rides and rollercoasters opening in the UK and Europe in 2026

AS the year comes to a close, most theme parks across the UK have shut up shop for the season. But theme park fanatics have plenty to look forward to in 2026, as both thrillseekers and families with young children can expect new favourites. 2026 is set to be a huge year in the world...

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47 h. ago Fears for future of historic steamboat that carried presidents and princesses

New buyer sought for famous Dumbarton-built vessel

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47 h. ago Scotland's historic Hogmanay and New Year's traditions that date back hundreds of years

Some of these festive customs are still popular to this day.

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55 h. ago Fuming Auchinleck Talbot fans to BOYCOTT historic Scottish Cup clash against Celtic

FURIOUS Auchinleck Talbot fans are boycotting their Scottish Cup tie with Celtic — because it’s been moved to Kilmarnock. Supporters of the West of Scotland Premier League outfit are unhappy at the decision to switch the fixture to Rugby Park. And they are citing Hearts’ visit three years ago as proof they could have handled...

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64 h. ago Lost to time: Nation sees swath of historic restaurants close as high costs hammer businesses

High cost of food, labor, rent and more necessities have caused some beloved restaurants to close for good

Economics

67 h. ago The Brit cancelled for selling doner kebabs: Takeaway accused of 'appropriating' Turkish cuisine by east London hipsters

Donny's Doner, a DJ-owned 'neighbourhood' kebab shop in hipster Hackney, shut its doors after the owner faced accusations of 'cultural appropriation' for serving kebabs as a 'white guy'.

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3 d. ago Golfers queue up for a FREE round at historic Scots golf course on Christmas Day

MANY enthusiastic golfers would be happy with a set of new clubs, some new clothes or a set of lessons for Christmas. But for some golf-obsessed players, they spent their Christmas morning queueing up for a round on one of Scotland's most famous courses... because they could play it for FREE. Scotland is home to...

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3 d. ago John Robertson, Nottingham Forest and Scotland legend, dies aged 72

Winger was important part of Brian Clough’s famous sideScored in Scotland’s 1981 win over England at WembleyJohn Robertson, the Nottingham Forest and Scotland legend, has died at the age of 72. Robertson was a hugely important part of the great Forest team that under Brian Clough rose from the second tier of English football to win multiple major honours, most famously back-to-back European Cups.Robertson assisted the decisive goal in the first European Cup triumph in 1979 and scored the decisive goal in the second, contributions that mark him out as one of the most remarkable players in British football history. He earned 28 Scotland caps, notably scoring the winning goal in a Home Championship victory over England at Wembley in May 1981. Clough described him as “the Picasso of our game”. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago The Christmas surnames quiz: what your family name could reveal about your past (aff)

From bakers and brewers to movie-inspired bonus points, this festive quiz explores what your surname might hint about your family history this Christmas.

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3 d. ago Fraudsters stole thousands from my bank account in SIM swap scam: Thieves hijack historian's phone and swipe charity cash for upkeep of Mary Queen of Scots manor house

Historian David Templeman, from Derbyshire, fell victim to fraudsters who took over his mobile phone and stole thousands - including from a charity supporting Sheffield Manor Lodge.

Economics

4 d. ago BP to sell majority stake in $10bn Castrol business to US investment firm

Stonepeak will acquire 65% of lubricants business as part of wider plans for the oil company to pay down its debtBusiness live – latest updatesBP has agreed to sell a majority stake in its $10bn (£7.4bn) lubricants business Castrol to the US investment company Stonepeak, as the new chair, Albert Manifold, rapidly reshapes the under-pressure oil and gas company.Stonepeak will acquire a 65% stake in Castrol, in a deal that values the division at $10.1bn including its debt. The deal, in which BP will retain a 35% stake in the business through a joint venture, is expected to close at the end of next year, the company said on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Andy and Kim Murray make major annoucement with business to close doors imminently

A business owned by Andy and Kim Murray has made a major announcement

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4 d. ago Andy Murray's business with wife Kim set to close doors after major announcement

A hotel owned by Andy and Kim Murray has made a major announcement

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4 d. ago BP agrees deal to sell £7.4bn stake in Castrol to US investment firm

Stonepeak will acquire 65% of lubricants business as part of wider plans for the oil company to pay down its debtBusiness live – latest updatesBP has agreed to sell a majority stake in its $10bn (£7.4bn) lubricants business Castrol to the US investment firm Stonepeak, as the new chair, Albert Manifold, rapidly reshapes the under-pressure oil and gas company.Stonepeak will acquire a 65% stake in Castrol, in a deal that values the division at $10.1bn including its debt. The deal, in which BP will retain a 35% stake in the business through a joint venture, is expected to close at the end of next year, the company said on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Edinburgh’s historic Nelson Monument on Calton Hill vandalised by pro

A campaign group has taken responsibility for the action.

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5 d. ago People only just learn reason why Brits love to eat turkey at Christmas

A history fanatic named Scott has revealed the reason why Brits love to have turkey for their Christmas dinner, as the tradition goes back almost 500 years to a trader in Yorkshire

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6 d. ago Richest Darts Players in History: Here are the 17 wealthiest darts stars as of December 2025

A win at the current PDC World Darts Championship could see one of these players rocket up the list.

Sport

6 d. ago Scotland's history with Christmas and why it was banned for nearly 400 years

The holiday was once outlawed in the country.

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6 d. ago Historic Scottish cat and dog charity names new boss as it appeals for £200,000

“The work of the team is truly life-changing in supporting and caring for dogs and cats in need of loving homes” – Amelia Morgan

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6 d. ago 'Moving' war film with 'spellbinding performances' streaming on Netflix now

Chris Pine stars as Robert the Bruce in the acclaimed 2018 historical drama about Scotland's fight for independence

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