46 m. ago Fiona Phillips, 64, reveals she 'blocked out' memories of Strictly because she was 'traumatised' by Brendan Cole

The broadcaster, 64, was reflecting on her life and career in the wake of her Alzheimer's diagnosis, which she received in 2022 at the age of just 61.

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53 m. ago The 'excellent' Scottish manor hotel you can book for better than half price

The accommodation has been described as "lovely".

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66 m. ago Dave Grohl's touching tribute to Taylor Hawkins for Foo Fighters' 30th anniversary

Dave Grohl paid tribute to 30 years of the Foo Fighters with a lengthy letter in which he paid special mention to the band's late drummer, Taylor Hawkins

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70 m. ago Scotland's 'best beaches for 2025' named with 'cinematic' East Lothian bay taking top spot

Beaches were ranked using an 11-point checklist covering water quality, cleanliness, facilities, and accessibility

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72 m. ago John Swinney branded an 'analogue politician' by UK Labour's Wes Streeting in 'second

UK ministers have hit out at Scotland’s “second-rate” NHS app as it promises a “supercharged” version south of the border.

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84 m. ago Ministers fail to rule out cutting Send school plans after campaigners’ concerns

Stephen Morgan insisted parents should have ‘absolutely’ no fear that support for children with special needs or disabilities will be scaled back.

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87 m. ago Novak Djokovic brought up as BBC star picks sides after Cameron Norrie’s Wimbledon ‘scrap'

Cameron Norrie was involved in a heated exchange with Nicolas Jarry after their Wimbledon showdown - but the tennis sensation saw his on-court actions defended by BBC commentator Pat Cash

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1 hour ago John Swinney branded an 'analogue politician' by UK Labour minister in 'second

UK ministers have hit out at Scotland’s “second-rate” NHS app as it promises a “supercharged” version south of the border.

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2 h. ago AD FEATURE: Adventure is calling: stay connected in Turkey, Thailand and beyond with affordable, hassle

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2 h. ago AD FEATURE: "It has allowed me to give my daughter the life I always dreamed of for her"

The Open University allowed Stephanie to learn flexibly around her life, supporting her every step of the way

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2 h. ago Lanarkshire team protecting the safety of locals wins a prestigious award

MAPPA [Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements] Lanarkshire aims to minimise the potential risks posed by serious violent and sexual offenders.

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2 h. ago Starmer braced for fresh rebellion over reforms to special needs support

It comes after Bridget Phillipson refused to rule out scrapping key documents that parents rely on to guarantee specialist help for their children

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2 h. ago Now Starmer faces Labour revolt over desperate efforts to curb spiralling £11bn special needs education spending

MPs and campaigners are gearing up for a confrontation with ministers on a new front after Keir Starmer was forced into an humiliating climbdown on welfare reforms last week.

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2 h. ago Cameron Norrie shows true colours as angry Nicolas Jarry accuses him amid boos

Cameron Norrie became the first British player to reach the quarter-finals at Wimbledon this year with a five-set win over Nicolas Jarry on Court 1, but there was a frosty exchange between the pair immediately after the match

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3 h. ago Lions name strong team to face Brumbies as preparations ramp up for first Test

Majority of leading names selected by Andy Farrell for Canberra gameFirst-choice pairing of Finn Russell and Jamison Gibson-Park reunitedAndy Farrell has picked his strongest British & Irish Lions combination so far for his squad’s penultimate fixture before they take on Australia in Brisbane next week. The majority of the Lions’ leading names have been selected to start against the ACT Brumbies in what is clearly being seen as a dress rehearsal ahead of the first Test.The first-choice pairing of Finn Russell and Jamison Gibson-Park are reunited at half back inside an all-Irish centre pairing of Bundee Aki and Gary Ringrose, with Scotland’s Blair Kinghorn at full-back and the Anglo-Irish combination of Tommy Freeman and James Lowe on the wings. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago AD FEATURE: Enjoy a getaway with your furry friend as Darwin Escapes offers free pet places until the end of July

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3 h. ago London teenager, 18, released from Dubai jail after receiving royal pardon

Marcus Fakana was jailed for having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl

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3 h. ago Wimbledon star Nicolas Jarry admits he doesn't know the rules after bitter Cameron Norrie spat

Cameron Norrie made it into the last 16 at Wimbledon on Sunday after a tetchy five-set encounter against Nicolas Jarry, who was rattled by the Brit's approach on Court One

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4 h. ago Readers Letters: While experts say seagulls aren't savage, I'm on the ground, bloodied

The suggestion Scotland’s seagulls aren’t dangerous baffles reader

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4 h. ago A new start after 60: I quit my job, bought a camera – and became a successful wildlife photographer

On retiring at 56, Michelle Jackson needed a big new challenge. So she picked up her first proper camera and was soon spending 20 hours a week in the field, and winning awardsA few weeks ago, Michelle Jackson was in the Peak District, hiding beneath a camouflage net with her camera, waiting for badgers to emerge at sunset. For more than two hours she watched the skylarks and curlews, her hopes intensifying during the 45-minute window in which the light was perfect.At last the heather moved. A badger’s head appeared. “Their eyesight is poor, but they can smell you,” Jackson says. At 66, she has won national and international awards as a wildlife photographer. Although the desire to get the shot “drives” her, for a while she simply watched. “You want to embrace what’s there. It’s so special to see wildlife up close.” Continue reading...

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