47 m. ago How late is YOUR train? New figures show the stations where delays and cancellations are worst

Passengers are able to check how their local services compare for their first time as ministers pledge an 'era of rail accountability'.

Politics

88 m. ago North Lanarkshire Council sets out plans to invest £90.6m in housing improvements for 2025/26

The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Capital Programme focuses on key improvements.

Economics

1 hour ago HMP Grampian launches recruitment day: Change careers with the Scottish Prison Service

Looking for a new job with real career prospects and the chance to make a vital difference to your community? This Scottish Prison Service open day could be the first step to your new future.

Events

2 h. ago Jose Mourinho: Born in Portugal. Made in Largs. What are the Special One's links to a quaint Scottish seaside town?

Having promised himself that he'd do everything in his power to improve his chances of climbing the ladder, Jose Mourinho enrolled in an SFA coaching course at Largs and packed his bags.

Politics

4 h. ago Kids held in Glasgow police cells for “inappropriate” length of time

Inspectors found a number of children were being held in custody for long periods despite being charged with “minor offences”.

Events

8 h. ago Fire service issues update after Greater Manchester moorland blaze

Six fire engines were called to tackle the blaze - which saw people nearby urged to keep their doors and windows closed

Events

9 h. ago NHS dentistry facing ‘existential crisis’ with more practices going private amid tax hike

The warning comes as the Liberal Democrats urge the government to exempt the health and social care sector from the April hike to National Insurance contributions, which will cost the sector £3 billion in the next financial year

Economics

9 h. ago More women doctors than men in the UK for the first time ever

Leading doctors say it is a significant milestone worth celebrating, but more must be done to improve training programmes and leadership pathways to improve women’s careers

Politics

9 h. ago Iconic high street brand to be sold in £8 billion deal this week after closure of 300 stores

The beauty and healthcare giant could be sold to private equity firm Sycamore Partners as early as this week, according to reports

Economics

12 h. ago Trump’s veterans affairs chief defends ‘extraordinarily difficult’ plans to cut 80,000 staff – US politics live

Doug Collins says cuts are personally difficult for him as move could undo expansion in agency’s healthcare services implemented by Joe BidenDonald Trump and Justin Trudeau will speak today, Reuters reports, citing a source with knowledge of the matter.The Canadian prime minister condemned Trump’s imposition of levies on his country yesterday, saying he was looking to make its economy collapse as part of a plan to incorporate it into the United States. Trump responded with insults, and a warning that he may tighten levies further next month. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago M61 traffic carnage as motorway closed after coach blaze and road gridlocked

Long delays are expected along lengthy stretches of the M61 after a coach burst into flames with firefighters and emergency services racing to the scene this evening

Transport

13 h. ago Scientists around the globe raise concerns as the US stops sharing air quality data from embassies

The U.S. government’s decision to stop sharing air quality data from embassies and consulates worldwide has worried some local scientists and experts who say the data was vital for people to be aware of air quality and monitor their government's progress in improving public health

Politics

15 h. ago Trump administration plans to cut 80,000 employees from Veterans Affairs, according to internal memo

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning an “aggressive” reorganization that includes cutting 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care for retired military members

Politics

15 h. ago What is Ash Wednesday? Pope Francis skips this year’s services as he remains in hospital

Pope Francis is unable to take part in Ash Wednesday celebrations this year

Politics

15 h. ago Trump administration looks to fire 80,000 from Veterans Affairs health care

The administration wants to erase any hires made during the Biden administration and roll back VA staffing to 2019 levels

Politics

15 h. ago Celtic and Rangers hit with stunning ticket sanctions as SPFL get tough over Premier Sports Cup Final pyro

Motherwell have also been hit with a suspended reduction to allocations and it comes after both this season's League Cup semis as well as the Old Firm final were held up due to fireworks

Sport

16 h. ago Breed of dog found with Gene Hackman and wife misidentified, pet expert says

Deceased dog belonging to actor and Betsy Arakawa was kelpie, not German shepherd, local pet care specialist saysAuthorities misidentified a deceased dog while investigating the deaths of the actor Gene Hackman and his wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, according to a pet care specialist.The news comes as authorities have been searching for answers after the deaths of Hackman and Arakawa, whose partially mummified bodies were discovered on 26 February at their Santa Fe home. Hackman and Arakawa may have died more than a week earlier, the Santa Fe county sheriff, Adan Mendoza, said. Continue reading...

Politics

16 h. ago Don Jr attacks 'deeply disturbed and f***ed' up Dem politicians who refused to clap for child brain cancer survivor who was made an honorary Secret Service member

Donald Trump Jr has launched a scathing attack against the 'deeply disturbed' Democrats who refused to clap as his father honored DJ Daniels, a 13-year-old boy suffering from brain cancer.

Events

16 h. ago Israel’s Shin Bet says Netanyahu policies helped pave way for 7 October

Report by security agency says ‘policy of quiet’ towards Hamas allowed it to build up resources for 2023 attackMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael’s internal security agency, Shin Bet, has said Benjamin Netanyahu’s policies were among the underlying causes of the 7 October 2023 attack in which Hamas and other militants killed about 1,200 Israelis.In its report on the 7 October attack, Shin Bet acknowledged its own responsibility, admitting it was aware of warning signs that Hamas was planning an operation, but the agency, also known as the General Security Service (GSS), did not grasp the scale, timing and location of the planned attack. Continue reading...

Politics

17 h. ago Shoeless and disabled grandmother dumped 'like a parcel' at wrong address by a taxi after being discharged from hospital

Rosalind Armiger, 72, was dumped by a taxi driver at the wrong address after she was discharged from hospital, as her family are now criticising the care she received.

Politics