7 h. ago New Ayrshire homes move step closer as Church of Scotland sell land

Miller Homes have completed the purchase of 6.96 acres of land in Beith from the Church of Scotland as they progress with their Manse Field development

Politics

33 h. ago Residents fear having to visit war memorials inside a Scotmid after church sold

The Church of Scotland say they are committed to helping ensure the respectful removal and preservation of the war memorials as soon as an affordable cost has been agreed

Events

6 d. ago Luke Littler takes step closer to glory and dumps out World Grand Prix defending champion

Luke Littler has taken a step closer to World Grand Prix glory as he unceremoniously dumped out the reigning champion Mike De Decker

Sport

6 d. ago Scotland vs Greece LIVE goal updates from the World Cup qualifier at Hampden

It's set to be a huge night in Mount Florida as Scotland look to move a step closer to the World Cup next summer

Politics

6 d. ago Scotland vs Greece LIVE as Konstantelias heads wide with free header

It's set to be a huge night in Mount Florida as Scotland look to move a step closer to the World Cup next summer

Politics

6 d. ago Council decision to sell land for mosque car park ‘called in’

The small patch of open space had been independently valued to be worth £40,000

Politics

7 d. ago What the Xbox Game Pass price hike says about the rising cost of playing games

In this week’s newsletter: The almost 50% increase in the cost of Microsoft’s game-streaming service is step closer to the model of TV, music and filmIn the music, TV and film industries, streaming has completely upended the business model. Instead of buying albums and films, most of us pay for a few subscriptions depending on what we want to watch, and maybe supplement that with the odd vinyl or special-edition Blu-ray. This has been pretty terrible for musicians, who earn approximately $0.004 per play on Spotify, while Spotify itself made $1bn in profit last year (admittedly after many years of operating losses). On the TV front, it’s increasingly annoying for customers: in my household we have to carefully bounce around between five different TV subscriptions depending on what series we’re into, to keep costs down.This model hasn’t really caught on in video games. Apple has its Arcade service that offers premium mobile games for £6.99 a month, but free-to-play games are the norm ...

Economics

7 d. ago Improvements noted at Maybole care home but activities provision remains an 'issue,' report notes

The care scrutiny body previously warned how the operator’s registration was at risk unless improvements were made.

Politics

7 d. ago Scotland's 'prettiest town' set for £3.5m 'improvement' is home to iconic bridge views and buildings

The town was named Scotland’s “prettiest” in 2024, praised for its historic church, beaches, and charming independent shops.

Economics

1 week ago The Guardian view on Tilly Norwood: she’s not art, she’s data | Editorial

The first 100% AI actor is a cause for alarm. But the human connection of great acting can never be replacedThe threat to human creativity from technology took another step closer this week with the appearance of Tilly Norwood, the first 100% AI-generated actor. Unsurprisingly, her unveiling at the Zurich film festival in a comic sketch called AI Commissioner caused an outcry. Emily Blunt described the film as “terrifying” and the actors’ union Sag-Aftra condemned it as “jeopardising performer livelihoods and devaluing human artistry”.There is much that is problematic about Norwood, not least the message her “girl-next-door vibe” sends to young women. But the more serious point is that her face has been made from those of real actors without their knowledge or consent. Her lighthearted debut masks the fact that she is part of a new model of media production that rides roughshod over longstanding norms and laws governing artists and their work. Hollywood has been anticipating Norwood...

Politics

1 week ago Record intake of apprentices starts at Ayrshire College as part of Persimmon Homes programme

Persimmon now has 15 apprentices at Ayrshire College.

Society

1 week ago Dublin airport’s ambitious connection to city centre takes a step closer

Various Metro projects for the capital have been proposed in recent decades

Politics

2 w. ago Paul Pogba could return to football against Tottenham as Monaco debut timeline is revealed

The former Manchester United and Juventus star is one step closer to making his return to action

Politics

2 w. ago The Surrey hamlet where 'invading' travellers 'outnumber' homeowners who are being forced to sell up and move away...or 'go to war' over 'illegal' land

Residents living in the tranquil Surrey hamlet of Horne say their rural oasis has been transformed into a 'battleground' after unauthorised sites were set up by groups.

Events

2 w. ago New homes could be coming to Ayrshire town with consultation event being held

A consultation event is being held by Keepmoat Homes in Mauchline ahead of a potential planning application for a development at Station Road.

Politics

3 w. ago Plans for new block at Neath Port Talbot special school move a step closer

The project could eventually see the development of a £10 million extension at the site

Politics

3 w. ago Max Burgin misses out on worlds 800m medal as Great Britain relay heats go awry

Burgin took another step closer to Seb Coe’s longstanding British record despite missing out on the podium

Politics

3 w. ago Assisted dying in England and Wales moves a step closer after House of Lords debate

Campaigners against the Bill gathered outside Parliament during the debate

Events

3 w. ago Packed out events help move plans for statue of Tommy Gemmell in Craigneuk one step closer

A fun-filled golf day, held at Wishaw Golf Day was followed by a tremendous dinner-dance at Dalziel Park which was also attended by Tommy’s family and friends, former Lisbon Lion team-mate Jim Craig and former Celtic players and famous fans.

Politics

3 w. ago 'Landmark' Glasgow church in Ibrox no longer used for worship hits the market

The traditional stone-built church could be turned into a shop, cinema or entertainment venue.

Events