69 m. ago Israel laid out its harrowing plan to take Palestinian territories in 2017. Now it is happening | Ofer Cassif

Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich’s vow that Gaza be ‘entirely destroyed’ should surprise no one – he formulated this chilling idea way before 7 October• Ofer Cassif is a member of the Knesset for HadashIsrael’s announcement of a new offensive to “conquer” Gaza, along with claims by Bezalel Smotrich, the Israeli minister of finance, that the strip will be “entirely destroyed”, have flustered the international community. Observers may be distressed, disturbed or upset by these plans. But they should come as no surprise. This kind of genocidal ideology has been evident, in Smotrich’s case, since long before 7 October. And opposition voices – including mine – have been warning of the government’s intentions in Gaza since October 2023.These latest actions by the fanatic nationalists in Israel’s government are causing misery to Palestinians, but also to Israelis. The decision of the Israeli cabinet to expand its invasion has terrified the families of Israeli hostages. They have accused S...

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88 m. ago Attempted murder East Lothian: Man accused of attempted murder after Haddington crash involving police officer

The 34-year-old was charged with a series of road offences as well as attempted murder following an incident in Haddington on Tuesday, May 6.

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2 h. ago Campers leave piles of rubbish at Dumfries and Galloway beauty spot over Bank Holiday weekend

The western shores of Loch Ken were so busy it looked "like Blackpool beach" with the removal of layby bins leading to large amounts of litter.

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3 h. ago Schoolboy fighting for his life after horror smash in Borders as three others in hospital

The child was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where his condition is described as critical.

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3 h. ago Sainsbury’s introduces major change at checkouts as supermarket launches new trial

Customers simply need to tap their card on the device to pay, before printing or emailing themselves the receipt. Shoppers can then return the handset to the designated SmartShop ports and leave

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3 h. ago Remember Monday share special way they'll celebrate if they win Eurovision 2025

Remember Monday have been busy promoting their Eurovision entry and have now revealed how they'll celebrate if they win the song contest in Basel, Switzerland

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4 h. ago Busy stretch of M60 will have 50mph speed limit for three months from Monday

Delays are likely

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5 h. ago What is the weather going to be like in Scotland today? Friday's forecast as more sunshine predicted in Glasgow and Edinburgh

Scotland has enjoyed glorious sunshine this week - and it’s only going to get better.

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7 h. ago Brendan Rodgers will naturally watch Rangers this summer because he knows transfer truth about Celtic – Chris Sutton

The Hoops have cruised to the Premiership title but Record Sport columnist Chris reckons it's going to be a busy window

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10 h. ago Arsenal transfer news: Four major deals lined up as Mikel Arteta sent clear demand

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will be hoping for another busy summer transfer window after seeing his team miss out on both the title and Champions League glory this term

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13 h. ago People are only just realising the bizarre reason why Asda got its name

Despite having been trading as Asda for six decades, shoppers in the UK are only just realising what the acronym actually stands for.

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18 h. ago The number of people who needed hospital treatment after feeding animals at Welsh farm has been revealed

More cases of people infected with cyptosporidium have been confirmed and 16 people have been hospitalised after an outbreak linked to a Welsh farm

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18 h. ago 74 people ill and 16 hospitalised after outbreak at Welsh attraction

One distressed mum said: 'I've never seen him that ill before'

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20 h. ago New supermarket that’s 'like Tesco but with Amazon Prime' to open in UK

A new supermarket offering a "more convenient" shopping experience could be launched throughout the UK by the end of this year

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21 h. ago Armed cops lockdown Edinburgh road and arrest man amid 'gangland crackdown'

Officers stopped a vehicle on Salamander Street in Leith at around 3.30pm on May 7 in front of stunned eyewitnesses.

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22 h. ago The latest opportunity from Edinburgh property specialists Compass Estates

It is the perfect opportunity: one of the most lavishly-appointed homes in one of the most attractive areas in one of the most desirable cities in the UK in which to live, and all at a remarkably reasonable price.

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22 h. ago In Pictures: Nation gives thanks to veterans on the 80th anniversary of VE Day

On May 8 1945, the nation celebrated Victory in Europe, with church bells ringing out to mark the end of the Second World War.

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23 h. ago House of Oz returns to Edinburgh Fringe with a dazzling line

Australian excellence is once again set to take centre stage at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, as House of Oz makes a triumphant return with a vibrant 2025 season showcasing eight dynamic, genre-defying productions. This award-winning philanthropic powerhouse is back to celebrate the ingenuity, humour and boldness of Australian performance, bringing both returning favourites and fresh new voices to the world’s largest arts festival.

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24 h. ago Man Utd transfer news: Alejandro Garnacho addresses future as transfer promise emerges

Manchester United are expected to be busy in the summer transfer window and the Red Devils have already been linked with a number of players as they look to overhaul their squad

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24 h. ago Morrisons giving free drinks to some shoppers as 'small thank you' today

The supermarket says the offer is a "small thank you" to veterans and currently serving military personnel

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