2 h. ago Budget 2025: Labour has to have a relentless focus on the cost of living crisis

Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says voters are sick of making sacrifices and want to be better off financially.

Economics

3 h. ago Sex cardigans: can the Wicked sequel make bulky knits strangely alluring?

It’s not the sexiest of garments. It arguably looks more like a discarded fishing net. And yet it has cast a spell over the internetName: Elphaba’s sex cardigan.Age: Elphaba is a character in Wicked: For Good – Jon M Chu’s fantasy film, the sequel to last year’s mega hit Wicked Part 1, which was adapted from the 2003 stage musical, and has just been released. That was loosely based on Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel, which was a reimagining of L Frank Baum’s 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its 1939 film adaptation starring Judy Garland. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Kate Forbes: I have no interest in spat with the UK Government over Mossmorran

The Deputy First Minister said reports of a conflict with Labour are a ‘dis-service’ to at-risk workers.

Politics

3 h. ago SNP rushes to correct 'appalling' £400m 'drafting error' in legislation

The Scottish Tories called the error ‘appalling’

Economics

4 h. ago Elton John to headline Rock in Rio 2026 – three years after 'farewell' shows

Sir Elton John has announced a one-off gig at one of the world's biggest music festivals, and says he can't wait to prove he and his band are sounding 'as good as we ever have'

Politics

4 h. ago Made up your mind yet, Rachel? Reeves puts finishing touches to tax hikes in chaotic Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves posed for the traditional eve-of-package photos in her study with a chess set visible on the desk.

Economics

4 h. ago Rachel Reeves wants to achieve these five things with her Budget – it won’t be easy

The chancellor took on her role wanting nothing more than economic growth, but her priorities have now dramatically changed, as political editor David Maddox explains

Politics

4 h. ago New charity shows from Lanarkshire band that was hailed by TV’s Karen Dunbar

The Chewin’ the Fat star belted out Frank Sinatra’s Fly Me to the Moon with The Michael Brawley Big Band.

Culture

5 h. ago Is there ANYTHING Labour won't tax? '£2 a night' set to be added to costs of hotel and Airbnb stays

Ministers are giving the go-ahead for mayors in England to impose the charges, heaping costs on stays for Brits as well as foreign tourists.

Economics

5 h. ago The Lyceum's James Brining on the cost crisis in Scottish theatre

In spite of the recent funding boost from Creative Scotland, increased costs still mean that theatres have to work hard to balance the books, says the Lyceum’s new director James Brining. Interview by Joyce McMillan

Events

5 h. ago Rachel Reeves wants to achieve these five things with her Budget

Rachel Reeves became chancellor wanting nothing more than economic growth, but her priorities have now dramatically changed, as political editor David Maddox explains

Politics

5 h. ago Coast Guard rescues four fishermen who were lost at sea off Florida coast for almost 24 hours after the boat capsized

The four men, aged 90 to 18, were lost at sea for nearly 24 hours after their boat capsized according to reports

Events

5 h. ago Rachel Reeves blames sexism for criticism she's getting over the Budget as troubles grow

The Chancellor has begged Labour MPs to get behind her plans, including scrapping the two-child benefit cap, and accused critics of targeting her because she is a woman

Events

5 h. ago 'They couldn't run a bath': Boss of AO World blasts Labour over handling of economy ahead of Budget

John Roberts, founder and chief executive of online electricals seller AO World, blasted Labour for 'a lack of conviction, courage and capability' as he said higher costs have made him move jobs abroad.

Economics

5 h. ago 'Knighted by the terraces': Primal Scream issue first statement following death of Mani

The band say their former bassist 'lit up our lives and funked up our sound'

Events

6 h. ago Inspirational Ayrshire youngsters hailed for contribution to families and communities

The funding boost and award recognition has boosted the profile of the health and social care partnership, the achievements of the carers and shone a bright light on their successful link-up.

Politics

6 h. ago Premium Bonds rates update for all customers ahead of Budget

The prize fund rate for Premium Bonds has been cut several times this year

Economics

6 h. ago Heathrow's £33bn third runway plan to move M25 gets Labour backing

The Heathrow proposals involve building a 3,500-metre runway and require a new M25 tunnel and bridges to be built 130 metres west of the existing motorway.

Economics

6 h. ago Council tax bands explained and could you be hit by 'mansion tax' in Budget?

Rachel Reeves is said to be planning to revalue 2.4million the most expensive band F, G and H homes as part of her Budget

Economics

7 h. ago Fizzy drinks to go up in price as Labour 'milkshake tax' becomes the first money grab of the Budget

In the first salvo of the Budget raid on Britons, Wes Streeting announced that the exemption for pre-packaged milk-based drinks is being scrapped.

Economics