88 m. ago British forces strike Houthi military target in Yemen in joint operation with US

Defence Secretary John Healey said all UK aircraft and personnel involved in the operation had returned to base safely

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1 hour ago Cambuslang gym hosted a ‘Thunderbuddy Throwdown’ in aid of Scottish Association for Mental Health

Fortius Athletics hosted their eagerly-anticipated annual event for SAMH.

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2 h. ago Russia sends chilling WW3 threat to UK and claims 'British blood must be spilled'

The Kremlin has accused British security services of being behind a series of high-profile assassinations in Russia and warned that "British blood must be spilled" as a result

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2 h. ago Sudanese return to their homeland, hoping for stability but finding it still wrecked by war

Sudanese are cautiously starting to return to their homes, hoping for some stability after the military retook the capital, Khartoum, and other areas from its rival, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces

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2 h. ago Disgruntled user has left the chat: Is it time to hang up on WhatsApp?

The messaging platform’s stranglehold on communication in the digital age has largely gone without challenge – until now. But the recent decision to force AI upon its users might just be the final straw, writes Helen Coffey

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2 h. ago PHOTO ESSAY: For the Vietnamese diaspora, Saigon's fall 50 years ago evokes mixed emotions

When the South Vietnamese capital of Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese forces 50 years ago this week, it prompted a mass exodus of some 2 million people — hundreds of thousands fleeing perilously on small boats across open water to escape the communist regime.

Culture

2 h. ago ‘Still some fuel in the tank’: the perks and perils of launching a business after 60

Growing numbers of older people are creating enterprises in everything from baking to biodiversity – but does the freedom make up for the graft?Kari Johnston felt ready to retire after 45 years in nursing when, at 63 years old, she decided to launch her own business – a professional decluttering and organising service.She had read about decluttering and, fascinated, quickly created a website and advertised. Her first clients were friends. Three-and-a-half years later, Johnston, from St Monans in Fife, is now fully retired from nursing, and feels delighted with the success of her new venture. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Fuming locals living near noisy women's jail forced to sell up and move

Justice Secretary says the timeline for proposed solutions will be shared as soon as possible - but some locals have up and left, while others are experiencing mental health issues.

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5 h. ago Man Utd news: Marcus Rashford picks next club as verdict given on his replacement

Marcus Rashford's hamstring injury has effectively ended his time at Aston Villa and forced Manchester United to act ahead of the summer transfer window when he wants a permanent move

Politics

6 h. ago Britain's girl gang problem: Increasing numbers of young women are committing violent crime, warn experts

Experts say there has been a surge in the number of girls and young women taking part in violence - after a series of high-profile incidents and emergency service alerts.

Events

6 h. ago We left our £70,000 Jaguar with Luton Airport staff but we were left stunned after they crashed into a fence and wrote it off...they haven't even refunded our parking fee

Dr Jeremy Bliss and his wife Tracey, from Radlett, Hertfordshire, could be thousands out of pocket after an employee at London Luton Airport's priority service crashed their Jaguar I-Pace.

Economics

7 h. ago TOM LEONARD: From rounds of golf to Tesla tanking, The Donald's first 100 days by numbers

It has certainly been a roller-coaster ride as he has announced policies with an unprecedented forcefulness and pace, making his - and America's - presence felt.

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7 h. ago A cashless society risks cutting off vulnerable victims: DAME MEG HILLIER

Online banking and digital payment services have become the norm for many. However, there have been some devastating unintended consequences for some groups.

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8 h. ago Businesses could be forced to accept cash under new rules, MPs warn

The number of people paying in cash has plummeted over the past decade

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8 h. ago HMRC is a 'lumbering dinosaur' say MPs who call on tax office to start using AI

MPs are urging HMRC to start using AI to improve its productivity and 'out of date' services as the cost of collecting taxes soared by half a billion.

Politics

8 h. ago Henley College fire: Fire service's statement in FULL after Coventry blaze

West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service continues to tackle the blaze at the building, which used to be a campus for Henley College, in the Potter's Green area of Coventry

Events

9 h. ago Gordon Strachan was forced out of his hotel room to make way for famous singer

Ex-Scotland and Celtic manager Gordon Strachan was known for his no-nonsense demeanour from pitch side, but even he once had to concede when an A-list pop star rolled into town

Politics

10 h. ago Harvey Weinstein rape retrial: witness who testified in 2020 takes stand

Miriam Haley testifies as ex-producer faces charges involving two women from original trialThe first of three accusers expected to testify at Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial took the witness stand on Tuesday, reprising her testimony from his first #MeToo trial five years ago.Miriam Haley, a former TV and movie production assistant, alleges that the former movie mogul forcibly performed oral sex on her at his New York City apartment in 2006. Continue reading...

Events

11 h. ago Council considers banning ‘flying ring’ frisbees on beaches for brutal reason

Vale of Glamorgan Council is following in Swansea Council's footsteps by supporting a voluntary ban on the sale of ring-shaped frisbees in the county

Events

11 h. ago South Ayrshire Council to lose highly rated education boss Lyndsay McRoberts

The former headteacher turned leading official is taking up a new role in South Lanarkshire.

Politics