92 m. ago Scots hospital building forced to close after deadly Legionella bacteria found in water supply

NHS Lothian confirmed the sudden closure today.

Events

3 h. ago Innovation and purpose win big at the 2025 AXA Startup Angel award night

From concussion-tracking wearables and eco-saving onion skins to toothpaste that makes brushing a game, the winners of this year’s AXA Startup Angel competition are purpose-led entrepreneurs proving that business can be bold, innovative and a force for change

Events

4 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing's 2025 star Alex Kingston says 'clock is ticking' as fans rush to support

The award-winning actor is among the 15 celebrities set to take part in the 2025 series of the BBC dance show

Politics

4 h. ago Bruce Willis' wife details devastating moment doctors confirmed dementia diagnosis

Emma Heming Willis has recalled the traumatic moment of Bruce Willis’ dementia diagnosis, describing the lack of support, her struggles as a caregiver, and how she’s now finding purpose in raising awareness

Science

4 h. ago Inside quirky waterside Welsh harbour home with amazing sea views

Once you stay you won't ever want to go away

Politics

5 h. ago From slaughterhouse worker to literary giant: George Saunders wins National Book Award

George Saunders has been named this year's winner of the National Book Award for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters

Events

5 h. ago ‘Humanity is facing a reckoning’: Venice shrugs off the glamour to take aim at politics

Stars waved as usual from the city’s water taxis, but there was a repeated focus on films that help audiences interpret a chaotic worldFor most of its 82 years, Venice has been perceived as the world’s most glamorous film festival. This year was no exception: stars including Julia Roberts, Cate Blanchett, Jude Law and George Clooney dutifully waved from canals and trooped down red carpets (although Law tripped while on a water taxi and Clooney got ill).But the films themselves struck a different note. Jury president Alexander Payne may have rebutted questions about current affairs during his opening press conference, declaring himself concerned only with discussing cinema, but cinema at Venice this year was concerned largely, it turned out, with discussing current events. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago Aldi crowned 'Best for Scottish Sourcing' at Scottish Food & Drink Excellence Awards

Aldi Scotland has picked up the ‘Best for Scottish Sourcing’ Award at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards. This is the fourth time in five years the retailer has received this recognition.

Events

7 h. ago Elon Musk could become world’s first trillionaire under new Tesla pay deal

The EV maker’s CEO has to hit some huge targets to get the full award - including making Tesla the world’s biggest company

Economics

7 h. ago People on PIP may be able to backdate other benefits to the start of their award

An award for PIP or Adult Disability Payment could also lead to housing support and Council Tax discounts.

Events

7 h. ago Takeaways from a hunt for 'secret' fresh water under the North Atlantic seabed

It turns out the Continental Shelf has been holding a secret from the ages

Politics

7 h. ago Scientists tap 'secret' fresh water under the ocean, raising hopes for a thirsty world

Scientists conducting a first-of-its-kind drilling operation have extracted samples of fresh water hiding in massive reservoirs deep under the ocean

Politics

7 h. ago Scottish comedian Karen Dunbar heading to Airdrie Town Hall as part of new tour

Starting off in the sketch show Chewin’ the Fat, Karen went on to star in her own show, The Karen Dunbar Show, which received various awards and nominations.

Society

9 h. ago Amazon jacket under £50 'resistant' to rain is 'perfect for unpredictable weather'

"Very lightweight, keeps out the wind, very water resistant (and coffee too !!!) Does the trick on a chilly day."

Economics

10 h. ago Experts reveal air pollution is linked to devastating form of dementia

Researchers are calling for air pollution to be tackled in light of their findings

Politics

10 h. ago Tesla seeks to award Musk $1tn if carmaker hits formidable targets

Billionaire would need to hit a series of market value and profit goals to earn payout

Events

10 h. ago Dynamic Earth to join science centres across Scotland to deliver water cycle workshop with Scottish Water

Dynamic Earth to deliver educational workshops as part of Scottish Water’s Generation H2O education programme.

Economics

10 h. ago Plant winter radishes now and they will be ready to harvest in just eight weeks

Radishes aren’t just for salads – grow winter varieties to enjoy in soups and stir friesWinter radishes are notably different from the smaller, brighter and often punchier ones you can grow from spring onwards. Winter radishes are left to grow for longer, so they can become larger, and while they can be eaten raw, there are many recipes for cooking them in soups and stir-fries, or roasting them like other root vegetables.The first winter radish I ever encountered was the ‘Black Spanish Round’ (Raphanus sativus). This heritage variety develops into tennis ball-sized spheres with a rough black skin that conceals bright white, crisp flesh. I didn’t even realise the mooli – or daikon – was a winter radish when I was eating it pickled in a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich or fermented into kimchi. They develop an impressively long, conical root with a mild flavour and pleasingly crunchy texture, and I would grow them if only my heavy clay soil would allow it. The watermelon radish is my perso...

Politics

10 h. ago Taylor Swift is a good luck charm for soccer team hosting Travis Kelce's 1st game in Brazil

Taylor Swift is very likely not aware of it, but she’s considered a good luck charm for the Brazilian soccer team hosting Friday’s game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers

Sport

11 h. ago Fife College awarded record £2.4m Modern Apprenticeship contract

Fife College has been awarded the largest Modern Apprenticeship (MA) contract in its history, marking a major milestone in its commitment to supporting skills development and helping employers grow their workforce.

Economics