62 h. ago Readers' letters: We're all in trouble if the AI bubble bursts

A reader warns of the potential economic chaos ahead

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3 d. ago Readers' letters: Labour conference was a propaganda coup for Reform

A reader suggests Keir Starmer’s set piece confence speech was a missed opportunity

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3 d. ago Keir Starmer praises Manchester synagogue security for their bravery preventing more tragedy

PM Keir Starmer dashed back from Denmark earlier today to chair an emergency Cobra meeting after two people were killed at an attack on a synagogue in Manchester

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4 d. ago Readers' letters: Labour's funding pledges for Scotland are Trumpian fake news

Anas Sarwar’s call for a “new directionr “ for Scottish Labour fails to convince a reader

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5 d. ago Readers' letters: The challenges we face must be tackled head

A reader says it’s time for governments – and individuals – to stop passing the buck

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5 d. ago Starmer to address nation after ID card chaos – 'decisions will not always be comfortable'

Keir Starmer will speak to the nation at 2pm today with a major speech at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool where he is set to indirectly adress the ID card chaos

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6 d. ago Readers' letters: Europe's Ryder Cup triumph is a victory for sportsmanship

A reader says the behaviour of the American crowd at the Ryder Cup was disgraceful

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7 d. ago Readers' Letters: Whatever John Swinney thinks, he's British

Does the First Minister really not understand that if you’re Scottish, you’re also British, asks reader?

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9 d. ago Kitchen sink drama: Trump’s latest tariffs leave experts scratching heads

President places new duties on cabinets, vanities and sofas but national-security justification prompts puzzlementDonald Trump has often cited national security when announcing new tariffs. America and its military can not run without steel and computer chips. The nation’s food and drug supply must be protected. But have you considered the security implications of your kitchen sink?Announcing his latest wave of tariffs on goods from overseas – a 50% levy on kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, and 30% on upholstered furniture, to be enforced next month – Trump once again cited the top priority of any president. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Readers’ letters: Digital ID cards an open invitation to identity thieves

A reader suggests Digital ID cards would inevitably be vulnerable to hackers

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1 week ago Readers' letters: Edinburgh Airport's welcome to visitors is shameful

A reader says Edinburgh Airport, as a gateway to Scotland, is a national disgrace

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1 week ago Readers' letters: Israel and Saudi Arabia fell for trap set by Hamas

Hamas wanted to sabotage peace talks – and in that aim it was successful, a reader says

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1 week ago Readers' Letters: UK should be like Switzerland and focus on financial services

A reader says the UK should withdraw from the world stage and emulate Switzerland

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1 week ago Readers' Letters: The UK has shamefully surrendered to Hamas terrorists

A reader say the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state is likely to extend the conflict in Gaza

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2 w. ago Readers' Letters: Sturgeon seems to have lost all interest in being an MSP

Nicola Sturgeon should surrender her MSP’s salary now, says reader

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2 w. ago Readers' Letters: Nation needs to address national food crisis head on

The increasing use of food banks shames UK, says reader

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2 w. ago Andrew Cavenagh pictured as Rangers chairman arrives in Glasgow to meet crisis head on

The US-based businessman will be in the Ibrox stands on Saturday as fans ramp up protests against Russell Martin

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2 w. ago Readers' Letters: Will Starmer stiffen Trump's spine over Russia sanctions?

Keir Starmer needs to have a word with Donald Trump over his so-far empty threats to Russia, says reader

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2 w. ago Readers' Letters: Starmer made a massive mistake in giving Murray the boot

What was Keir Starmer thinking when he sacked Ian Murray, asks reader?

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2 w. ago Finland is ready for the next crisis, with stockpiled food and 72

The next pandemic or geopolitical shock could be close at hand. To look after our people, we’re looking after our supply chains, agriculture and fuel reservesMiika Ilomäki is chief preparedness specialist for Finland’s National Emergency Supply AgencyIn times of crisis, food is more than sustenance. It is a pillar of national stability. Finland has long understood this, not just because of policy, but because of who we are and where we live. Geography, a mild continental climate and our history have shaped a mindset where preparedness is essential. In a country with vast territory, a sparse population and long distances between communities, resilience must be built into everything we do.This understanding is deeply rooted in our society, in individual households as much as government institutions. Today, Finland’s approach to preparedness is rightly seen as a model for Europe. But it is not a one-size-fits-all solution. What works for Finland, such as our high levels of food self-su...

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