3 h. ago Romance publisher yanks book series after controversy over pro

EXCLUSIVE: Author Sophie Lark apologized for ‘hurtful’ lines in forthcoming book

Culture

4 h. ago Why widening gap between exam results of rich and poor pupils should shame Swinney and Sturgeon

Figures show that the attainment gap between children from wealthy families and those from poor ones has grown, despite SNP promises to eliminate it

Politics

4 h. ago If Donald Trump were a Russian agent, he would be acting just like he is now

After Donald Trump suspends US military aid to Ukraine, it’s time to ask a very serious question: can the UK really trust him as an ally?

Politics

4 h. ago How SNP's £7.8 billion austerity drive helped create Scotland's social care crisis

The SNP government cut a total of £7.8 billion from core council budgets between 2013-14 and 2025-26, according to a new analysis by Scottish Labour

Economics

5 h. ago RFK Jr sparks alarm after backing vitamins to treat measles amid outbreak

Health experts wary as US health secretary fails to endorse effective vaccines and instead calls them a ‘personal choice’Robert F Kennedy Jr, the US health secretary, has caused alarm among pediatricians, vaccine experts and lawmakers with an opinion piece that focuses on vitamin A and nutrition as treatments for measles.In response to a measles outbreak in Texas, which resulted in the first American measles death in nearly a decade, Kennedy wrote for Fox News about the benefits of “good nutrition” and vitamin A – but did not explicitly recommend highly effective vaccines. Continue reading...

Events

5 h. ago Tonight's rugby news as Wales pile pressure on Scotland and players 'laughing' after Cardiff controversy

The latest headlines from Wales and around the world

Sport

5 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Pete Wicks says 'this is pathetic' after 'single' update with Sam Thompson

The best pals are no stranger to poking fun at one another or their situations, particularly their romantic ones

Politics

6 h. ago 'I tried Tesco's 'Baileys but better' Irish cream that's now at cheapest ever price'

A new entrant to the Irish cream liqueur market has been winning awards left, right and centre and even declared itself 'Baileys but better' - so we put Coole Swan to the test

Politics

6 h. ago 'I saw Maura Higgins make cosy move towards Danny Jones before 'kiss''

Maura Higgins and Danny Jones are at the centre of controversy after they were reportedly seen sharing a kiss at the BRITs - and the pair appeared to be getting close before the alleged smooch.

Events

6 h. ago Meghan Markle's four words on Netflix show has totally changed my opinion of her

Meghan Markle has teamed up with Netflix for her new show, With Love, which has left at least one viewer feeling as though the show is not an authentic representation of the private lifestyle of Meghan and Prince Harry

Politics

7 h. ago When is Donald Trump's second state visit to the UK? Details and controversy

An online petition calling for Starmer to ‘immediately cancel the offer of a second state visit for Donald Trump’ has gained more than 170,000 signatures

Politics

7 h. ago Premier League make Michael Oliver decision following Crystal Palace outrage

Premier League referee Michael Oliver came in for criticism following his initial inaction as Jean-Philippe Mateta was injured by a challenge in Crystal Palace's win over Millwall

Politics

9 h. ago Netflix Toxic Town's Jodie Whittaker's Scottish/Corby accent causes controversy

Jodie Whittaker plays Susan McIntyre in Netflix series Toxic Town - but not everyone is happy about her accent.

Events

9 h. ago Premier League confirm Man United appointment as Michael Oliver decision made after controversy

Manchester United taken on Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday

Politics

11 h. ago Wales v Ireland Six Nations controversy as Simon Easterby email emerges

An email sent two days after Wales' defeat to Ireland has resulted in Ireland having one of their players back earlier than expected

Politics

11 h. ago 'Besotted' girlfriend who holed up with murderer boyfriend and hung up on police asking where he was weeps in court as she is jailed for two years

Samantha Reader was the on-off girlfriend of Joey Matthews who was convicted of mowing down Carl Eland as he cycled in Middlesbrough in 2021.

Events

11 h. ago Millwall release angry statement on Liam Roberts abuse after Jean

Millwall have angrily blasted the criticism being aimed at Liam Roberts following his horror tackle on Jean-Philippe Mateta in Saturday's FA Cup clash with Crystal Palace

Events

11 h. ago Scots turn against Donald Trump with 7 out of 10 holding 'unfavourable' opinion of US President

A survey by Ipsos also found most Scots dislike the billionaire tech magnate Elon Musk.

Politics

12 h. ago Why DO so many people HATE bakery chain Gail's? Here's what your opinion says about YOU

In November last year, Gail's, the upmarket bakery chain, announced it would be opening a new branch in Primrose Hill, a particularly chichi corner of north London.

Politics

15 h. ago 'We have our hearts set on one name for our son – but people say it's cruel'

A couple who want to name their son John Doe have taken to social media to ask users for their thoughts on the moniker - but they're sad to see everyone has the same opinion

Politics