69 m. ago Between the Waves by Tom McTague review – the long view on Brexit

An ambitious history of Britain’s volatile relationship with Europe, culminating in the 2016 referendumNext year marks a decade since Britain voted to leave the EU. A whole 10 years of turmoil, and still the country can’t seem to agree exactly why it happened or what should happen next, with both leavers and remainers increasingly united in frustration about what the referendum has delivered. How did we end up here?In Between the Waves, New Statesman editor Tom McTague makes an ambitious attempt to answer that question by zooming out and putting Brexit in its broader historical context. The result is a great big entertaining sweep of a book, tracing the roots of Britain’s ambiguous relationship with its neighbours back to the end of the second world war, and will be joyfully inhaled by any reader who loves the kind of podcasts that invariably feature two men talking to each other. It charts the path from a time when membership was seen as an antidote to British decline – the ch...

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75 m. ago Which Tube lines are down as RMT strike also hits Elizabeth line and DLR

The Bakerloo and Circle lines have been brought to a complete standstill as strike action begins

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79 m. ago NHS Lanarkshire strikes chord with launch of its very own staff orchestra

The orchestra, which is thought to be the first NHS staff orchestra in Scotland, was the brainchild of Dr Evelyn Ferguson, consultant obstetrician, at University Hospital Wishaw.

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1 hour ago Donald Trump looks 'drowsy and exhausted' with eyes shut at as health fears grow

Donald Trump was in attendance for the US Open final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, but the President appeared to be struggling to stay awake during the match

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2 h. ago Mary's Meals: Scottish charity is now feeding three million every day

The charity is now providing meals for children in 16 countries

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2 h. ago UK ministers vow Scottish jobs boost as new defence plan unveiled

Five ‘Defence Growth Deals’ will be created across Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland

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2 h. ago London Tube strikes LIVE: Thousands hit by travel chaos as walkouts continue

Strike action by RMT members on the Tube network is now underway. Passengers have been warned there will be major disruption this week, with little to no service Monday to Thursday

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2 h. ago I overheard Steve Clarke say something about his Scotland team and he was absolutely spot on – Keith Jackson

There are plenty out to see the back of him but there's plenty to be admired about the Scotland boss' pig-headedness

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2 h. ago Three unsettling problems have emerged for Manchester United

Manchester United return to Premier League action with a trip to Manchester City on Sunday

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3 h. ago Labour has never looked so out of touch with the people of Scotland

In his regular column for the Record, the First Minister insists independence would offer the fresh start Scotland needs.

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4 h. ago Angus Gunn admits Scotland scare only made summer of uncertainty worse before transfer relief

Injury against Iceland as a free agent was the last thing former Norwich keeper needed but club and cap concerns are now gone

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5 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz savours ‘best tournament’ of his career after claiming second US Open title

New No 1 dropped just one set on way to his sixth grand slam title‘This tournament I saw that I can play really consistent,’ he saysCarlos Alcaraz described his US Open title run as the best tournament of his career after he defeated his rival Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in New York to win his sixth grand slam title.Alcaraz’s victory caps off an incredible five-month run for the 22-year-old, who has reached the final of his last eight tournaments, winning six titles including the French Open and US Open. While many of Alcaraz’s previous triumphs included numerous five-set battles and dramatic comebacks – such as his recovery from triple match point down to defeat Sinner over five sets in Paris – this was by far the most efficient tournament of his career. Alcaraz dropped just one set in his seven matches and he lost his serve just three times in the entire tournament. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago 'I'm a driving instructor and this is the fastest I ever taught a learner to pass'

This expert believes computer games including classics like Grand Theft Auto and Gran Turismo make boys better drivers, meaning they're the fastest to pass their driving tests

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6 h. ago Cornwall should be made the UK's fifth nation, petition demands

A petition campaigning for Cornwall to have devolved powers and exist alongside England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland has ben backed by the council.

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8 h. ago Donald Trump met with boos and cheers at the US Open men’s final after broadcasters asked not to show reactions

Due to additional security measures in place for the president’s arrival, the highly anticipated match between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner was delayed by 30 minutes

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8 h. ago Partnership with researchers will help tackle ‘digital threats’ – senior officer

The announcement has been welcomed by Justice Secretary Angela Constance.

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8 h. ago Women’s Rugby World Cup roundup: France blitz South Africa to set up Ireland quarter

Emilie Boulard and Joanna Grisez score two tries eachItaly score 12 tries in one-sided win over BrazilFrance enjoyed a one-sided 57-10 victory over South Africa at Franklin’s Gardens to take top spot in Women’s Rugby World Cup Pool D, scoring nine tries with two each for Emilie Boulard and Joanna Grisez. They will take on Ireland at Sandy Park in Exeter next Sunday in the last eight.The scrum-half Pauline Bourdon Sansus earned a second straight player of the match award for orchestrating France’s highest score over the Springbok Women in front of a sellout crowd of 15,000. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago William Saliba injury update deals major blow to Arsenal amid Champions League clash

William Saliba was forced off early during Arsenals defeat to Liverpool and the defender could be out of action for up to a month, according to sources in France

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8 h. ago Who’s in attendance for the US Open men’s final? From Trump’s MAGA entourage to Lindsay Lohan and Courteney Cox

Match between World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and Spain’s star player Carlos Alcaraz was delayed due to Trump’s attendance

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9 h. ago Alexander hails ‘defence dividend’ for Scotland from new UK Government strategy

The UK Government’s Defence Industrial Strategy will provide a ‘real boost’ for Scotland’s economy, Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander said.

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