9 h. ago Celebrate International Women’s Day at Vue Hamilton with inspiring movie stories

Coinciding with the annual celebration, award-winning legal drama Erin Brockovich will return to the big screen to mark its 25th anniversary.

Culture

11 h. ago Next's £38 versatile dress with pockets has shoppers 'buying multiple' for summer

Next shoppers are currently loving a particular midi dress from the popular high street store thanks to its versatility and functional pockets - and it's perfect for summer holidays

Economics

11 h. ago When is International Women's Day 2025, when did it start, and how is it celebrated globally?

International Women’s Day honours achievements of women and promotes gender equality

Politics

12 h. ago Celebrate 'International Waffle Day at Duck & Waffle Edinburgh

Duck & Waffle Edinburgh at St James Quarter is once again celebrating 'International Waffle Day' with the much-anticipated return of ‘Waffle Week’.

Politics

14 h. ago When are VE Day and VJ Day 2025? Meaning, UK celebrations and why we observe them

These annual events typically see people gather for street parties, parades and community activities to honour those who fought during the Second World War

Politics

15 h. ago Rail passengers face nine weekends of woe as trains between London and Scotland are axed

Avanti trains at Euston affected over Easter and May bank holiday weekend

Politics

16 h. ago May bank holiday to kick off bumper VE day celebrations with street parties and concerts planned

May 8 is the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Culture

16 h. ago AD FEATURE: Manchester City star’s inspiring message on overcoming self

City forward Lauren Hemp is backing the club’s collaboration with Buy Women Built to promote female-founded businesses. This weekend, a unique live event is being held in Manchester to celebrate International Women’s Day, with tickets available for just £5

Sport

17 h. ago Downing Street statement over extra Bank Holiday plans for VE Day

May 8 this year marks 80 years since the end of WW2

Politics

28 h. ago VE Day 80th anniversary to be celebrated with UK street parties

The 80th anniversary of VE Day will be commemorated on Thursday, May 8 2025.

Politics

28 h. ago Public urged to commemorate VE Day 80th anniversary with street parties

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark when the Allies formally accepted Germany’s surrender in 1945.

Politics

35 h. ago Pancake Day: David Beckham and Amanda Holden lead celebs getting in on flipping good fun

These celebs were taking their pancake making seriously from selecting the perfect toppings to showing off their frying pan skills

Politics

35 h. ago Hundreds cheer as runners with fry pans race to mark Pancake Day

Racers dressed as a skyscraper, beekeeper and a chest of drawers were among dozens of runners zipping around a central London square with a frying pan in hand to celebrate Shrove Tuesday, or “Pancake Day.”

Politics

36 h. ago The Music of Hans Zimmer vs. John Williams: Star Wars Day 2025 concert coming to Glasgow’s SEC Armadillo

May The 4th Be With You! A very special concert will celebrate Star Wars Day at SEC Armadillo, Glasgow on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Politics

36 h. ago Celebrate this World Book Day with Clarks' new Roald Dahl kids' footwear range

Clarks has launched a Roald Dahl-inspired kids' footwear collection for World Book Day

Culture

37 h. ago Special projects to help Dumfries and Galloway celebrate World Book Day 2025

Scotmid customers can use special Book Banks while schoolkids will have the chance to meet author Mike Nicholson.

Culture

38 h. ago JD Vance claims he was not referring to Britain or France in jibe about European troops – UK politics live

US vice president says he ‘didn’t even mention’ UK or France in jab about ‘20,000 troops from random country’ protecting UkraineMichelle O’Neill, Northern Ireland’s first minister, has described a decision to build thousands of lightweight missiles for Ukraine in a Belfast factory as “incredulous”.The Sinn Féin leader in Northern Ireland, who is also boycotting the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the White House, said the money should be invested in infrastructure and peace.I find it really incredulous that at a time when public services are being cut left, right and centre.At a time when we have endured 14 years of austerity ... I think at a time like that, rather than buying weapons of war, I would rather see the money invested in public services. Continue reading...

Politics

39 h. ago Tories accuse Vance of being ‘deeply disrespectful’ to Britain and France with jibe about European troops – UK politics live

James Cartlidge, shadow defence secretary, says US vice president has ‘ignored service and sacrifice’ after Britain and France sent troops to AfghanistanMichelle O’Neill, Northern Ireland’s first minister, has described a decision to build thousands of lightweight missiles for Ukraine in a Belfast factory as “incredulous”.The Sinn Féin leader in Northern Ireland, who is also boycotting the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the White House, said the money should be invested in infrastructure and peace.I find it really incredulous that at a time when public services are being cut left, right and centre.At a time when we have endured 14 years of austerity ... I think at a time like that, rather than buying weapons of war, I would rather see the money invested in public services. Continue reading...

Politics

40 h. ago Nearly half of Scots don't know how to make pancakes from scratch

As the UK celebrates World Pancake Day, survey reveals a surprising lack of knowledge about pancakes among people

Politics

42 h. ago Pancake Day: What is Shrove Tuesday and when is it celebrated?

 Butter your frying pans because Pancake Day is nearly upon us

Politics