1 hour ago North Lanarkshire Council to allow staff to take more time off for bereavement

Councillors approved the change, which was recommended in a report noting that the average time to organise funerals in the UK has increased significantly in recent years.

Politics

2 h. ago Looking for a new savings account? Here are some key benefits and pitfalls to consider

With a new tax year approaching, now could be a good time to take a fresh look at the savings accounts on offer.

Economics

6 h. ago Aston Villa vs Cardiff City prediction, odds and betting offer

Aston Villa will be looking to secure a place in the next round of the FA Cup after a disappointing performance in the Premier League but face a potential cupset scenario against Championship Cardiff City

Politics

9 h. ago Workers putting in billions of pounds of unpaid overtime – report

TUC urges workers to finish their shifts on time and take breaks.

Economics

11 h. ago Marcus Rashford takes no time to decide Man Utd future after joining Aston Villa

Marcus Rashford is ready to turn his Aston Villa loan into a permanent switch after impressing in his early weeks with Unai Emery's side as he puts his Manchester United struggles behind him

Politics

13 h. ago Marcus Rashford makes 'huge Man United transfer decision' to hand Ruben Amorim £40m windfall

Manchester United transfer news as Ruben Amorim's could cash-in on Marcus Rashford after positive early signs of progress at Aston Villa

Economics

16 h. ago Truth about Putin the poisoner: The torturous final hours of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny and how spies still guard his grave, revealed by JOHN SWEENEY

In Moscow lies a corpse the tsar fears so much his spies still guard the grave. When Trump visits Russia, he should take time out from hobnobbing with Putin to visit the resting place of Alexei Navalny.

Politics

17 h. ago Tonight's Cardiff City news as Riza finds 'captain material' in quiet leader and Aston Villa sweat on injured trio

The latest Bluebirds news from Cardiff City Stadium

Politics

18 h. ago Peter Whittingham's family in talks with Cardiff City over building statue

Peter Whittingham will be at the forefront of all supporters' minds this Friday when Cardiff City take on Aston Villa in the FA Cup

Events

18 h. ago Meghan Markle deleting and resharing post about Netflix series could have been attempt to 'grab attention', PR expert claims

The Duchess of Sussex , 43, shared the clip on her Instagram - before it was mysteriously taken down, and then re-shared. It's not the first time the seeming blunder took place

Politics

30 h. ago Man Utd news: Marcus Rashford transfer ruled out as Erik ten Hag makes honest admission

As Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim prepares for Sunday's FA Cup match against Fulham, his predecessor Erik ten Hag has been speaking about his own time in charge

Events

34 h. ago Ruben Amorim defends Patrick Dorgu after error and red card against Ipswich

Amorim will speak to Alejandro Garnacho after the winger headed straight down the tunnel having been taken off.

Politics

36 h. ago Man United's next five fixtures compared to Tottenham, Aston Villa and Premier League rivals

Manchester United endured a drama-filled evening as they hosted Ipswich Town in the Premier League on Wednesday night

Politics

38 h. ago Jos Buttler will take time to assess his future as captain after England exit

England were knocked out of the Champions Trophy after losing to Afghanistan in Lahore.

Politics

39 h. ago Aston Villa attempt to introduce strict Marcus Rashford 'ban' after move from Man Utd

Marcus Rashford has made an impressive start to life at Aston Villa after joining the Midlands side on loan from Manchester United on deadline day of the January transfer window

Politics

40 h. ago Omer Riza admits Cardiff City 'headache' ahead of Aston Villa as injuries and fixtures pile up

The manager spoke ahead of the trip to Villa Park this Friday night

Events

41 h. ago The rarely seen Rangers star Mark Hateley would love to flourish under Barry Ferguson

Fergie is set to take charge of Gers for the first time on Wednesday night at Rugby Park

Politics

42 h. ago Chelsea back in the top four and Crystal Palace thrash Villa: Football Weekly

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nedum Onuoha and Barney Ronay to look back on Tuesday night’s Premier League action, which saw Chelsea halt their slide in the league with an emphatic 4-1 win over SouthamptonRate, review, and share on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Audioboom, Mixcloud, Acast and Stitcher, and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and email.On the podcast today: Ismaïla Sarr strikes twice as everything goes the way of Crystal Palace in their dismantling of a sorry Aston Villa. The panel discuss just how high the Eagles should set their targets. Continue reading...

Sport

42 h. ago Stunning photo shows every single planet in the solar system at the same time during rare alignment that won't take place again until 2040

A stunning photo taken in Somerset has showed every single planet in the solar system at the same time during a rare alignment that won't happen again until 2040.

Culture

43 h. ago 'Marcus Rashford and Antony's smiles prove something is surely wrong at Man Utd'

Marcus Rashford and Antony have rediscovered their form after leaving Manchester United in January when they made loan moves to Aston Villa and Real Betis respectively

Politics