9 h. ago Bonfire night 2025 firework displays and events in and around Cardiff

There is not long to go until Bonfire Night is upon us and fireworks light the sky in Wales, but tickets are selling fast so you better book quick

Events

11 h. ago Fawkes Festival 2025: Anger as major fireworks show billed as 'largest in Scotland' cancelled at last minute

The move has sparked disappointment and anger among ticket-holders.

Economics

13 h. ago Scotland's 'largest bonfire and fireworks event' cancelled for 2025

Scots have said they are "gutted" by the cancellation.

Events

38 h. ago Bonfire Night and fireworks scrapped across Manchester parks for fifth year in a row

But will it ever come back?

Events

61 h. ago 8 spectacular images from Scotland's largest pumpkin patch as Halloween approaches

More than 70,000 pumpkins have been grown on site

Politics

63 h. ago Anyone with a dog advised to 'take action' before November 5

Fireworks are a common source of anxiety for dogs, and as Bonfire Night approaches, a vet has issued crucial advice to pet owners to help their furry friends feel more secure

Politics

65 h. ago Government's response to calls to 'limit' sale of fireworks as bonfire night approaches

The Government last year debated limiting the sale of fireworks after a petition received more than 80,000 signatures

Politics

5 d. ago Chinese firm to build UK’s largest wind turbine factory in Scotland

Ming Yang said the project will see investment of up to £1.5 billion, and create as many as 1,500 jobs.

Politics

5 d. ago Former Glasgow Cineworld to be transformed into Scotland's largest indoor padel club

The Forge Retail Park Cineworld closed last year and Glasgow's first indoor padel complex is set to replace it

Politics

6 d. ago Woke lawmaker sobs and apologizes for city hosting 'transphobic' Harry Potter event after enraged JK Rowling critics demanded its cancellation

Parks Board member Scott Jensen became emotional as he apologized for the 'harmful' event.

Politics

6 d. ago Why the UK's largest national park in Scotland is a must for wild campers this autumn

The UK’s largest national park spans the Scottish Highlands with towering peaks, lochs, forests, rivers, wildlife, and charming villages.

Politics

6 d. ago ‘They didn’t even read the book’: Palestinian American children’s authors censored in US

Authors tell of book bans, cancellations and harassment – ‘they’re trying to disconnect us from our stories’Jenan Matari had just begun promoting her debut children’s book this summer when the cancellations began. First, Chevalier’s Books in Los Angeles called off her event after what Matari described as pressure from local community members. The employee who had booked the event refused to cancel it, and the bookstore fired her. Two days later, another employee quit in solidarity.Then came New Jersey. Watchung Booksellers, a community bookstore in Montclair, was set to host her next reading but abruptly canceled, explaining in an emailed statement it was “to ensure the safety of our staff and customers”. Continue reading...

Culture

6 d. ago ‘They didn’t even read the book’: children’s authors writing about Palestinian experience censored in US

Authors tell of book bans, cancellations and harassment – ‘they’re trying to disconnect us from our stories’Jenan Matari had just begun promoting her debut children’s book this summer when the cancellations began. First, Chevalier’s Books in Los Angeles called off her event after what Matari described as pressure from local community members. The employee who had booked the event refused to cancel it, and the bookstore fired her. Two days later, another employee quit in solidarity.Then came New Jersey. Watchung Booksellers, a community bookstore in Montclair, was set to host her next reading but abruptly canceled, explaining in an emailed statement it was “to ensure the safety of our staff and customers”. Continue reading...

Culture

6 d. ago ‘They didn’t even read the book’: How children’s authors are being canceled over Palestine

Authors tell of book bans, cancellations and harassment – ‘they’re trying to disconnect us from our stories’Jenan Matari had just begun promoting her debut children’s book this summer when the cancellations began. First, Chevalier’s Books in Los Angeles called off her event after what Matari described as pressure from local community members. The employee who had booked the event refused to cancel it, and the bookstore fired her. Two days later, another employee quit in solidarity.Then came New Jersey. Watchung Booksellers, a community bookstore in Montclair, was set to host her next reading but abruptly canceled, explaining in an emailed statement it was “to ensure the safety of our staff and customers”. Continue reading...

Culture

7 d. ago Edinburgh Oktoberfest destroys 7,000 litres of beer and bratwurst after Storm Amy cancelled event

The beer festival was due to take place at the weekend but events on Friday and Saturday were called off at the last minute as Storm Amy battered the country.

Events

7 d. ago Edinburgh Oktoberfest: 7,000 litres of beer and thousands of bratwurst destroyed after Storm Amy cancellation

The event was one of many cancelled across Scotland due to Storm Amy

Events

1 week ago Campaigners demand rethink of Scots bank investing public funds in 'Scotland's second largest landowner'

Land campaigners claim Gresham House has recently become Scotland’s second biggest landowner.

Economics

2 w. ago Wales' biggest campsite cancels major event after 'difficult decision'

Shell Island was due to bring down the curtain on another successful year with a weekend festival

Politics

2 w. ago Scotland Population: The 13 Scottish council areas expected to see the largest population growth by 2032

Most of Scotland’s council areas are projected to see an increase in population by 2032, according to new figures from National Records of Scotland (NRS).

Politics

2 w. ago Glen Powell says he had to dodge photo with ‘recently canceled’ celebrity at Hollywood event

The actor says he’s a fan of this celebrity’s work, but ‘not a fan of their choices’

Culture