10 h. ago Scotland's population hits new record high due to immigration

Statistics from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) 5,546,900 people were living in Scotland on June 30, 2024.

Events

17 h. ago ‘No country is safe’: deadly Nordic heatwave supercharged by climate crisis, scientists say

Historically cool nations saw hospitals overheating and surge in drownings, wildfires and toxic algal bloomsThe prolonged Nordic heatwave in July was supercharged by the climate crisis and shows “no country is safe from climate change”, scientists say.Norway, Sweden and Finland have historically cool climates but were hit by soaring temperatures, including a record run of 22 days above 30C (86C) in Finland. Sweden endured 10 straight days of “tropical nights”, when temperatures did not fall below 20C (68F). Continue reading...

Events

47 h. ago US stocks hit record high as inflation holds steady at 2.7% in July

President slams Goldman Sachs as he hails data as evidence his policies are working

Economics

55 h. ago Britain's ballooning benefits bill: Universal Credit claimants hit record high of eight million people

The capital, which has the highest rate of unemployment in the UK, has more than 364,000 people claiming benefits, a 2.8% rise in the past year

Economics

56 h. ago More than 50,000 migrants have crossed Channel since Keir Starmer became PM: Asylum seeker reaches Britain's shores every 11 minutes... but minister still insists it's 'not our fault'

The milestone underscores the failure of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer 's 'smash the gangs' strategy - with one migrant crossing every 11 minutes.

Politics

60 h. ago Migrant channel crossings will hit a record 50,000 since Labour took office...but 'it's not our fault' says minister

The milestone underscores the failure of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer 's 'smash the gangs' strategy - with one migrant crossing every 11 minutes.

Politics

60 h. ago Universal credit claimants hit record high of eight million people

The benefit is available for people in work who are on low incomes, as well as those who are out of work or cannot work.

Events

66 h. ago Global stocks rally as Washington and Beijing signal trade talks

Japanese and Australian equities hit record highs after Donald Trump signs executive order to continue talks for 90 days

Politics

3 d. ago Europe's red alert HELL: Boy, four, dies of heatstroke in Italy as temperatures hit record highs in France and masses are evacuated in the Balkans as wildfires tear through

The four-year-old Romanian died on Monday just days after being found unconscious in the family's car in Sardinia.

Events

3 d. ago Katy Perry fined for filming music video in protected Ibiza nature reserve without permission

The Roar hit-maker has also faced disappointing record and ticket sales this year and, in June, confirmed the end of her on-off nine-year relationship with actor Orlando Bloom

Culture

4 d. ago Number of people paying dividend tax DOUBLES in two years to hit record 3.7m

Record numbers of investors are being stung by the dividend tax as they breach the reduced £500 tax-free allowance.

Economics

5 d. ago Four ways to sidestep tax on savings that'll hit a record 2.6m

Four times as many will pay tax on their hard-earned savings this year compared with 2021-22.

Economics

6 d. ago Scottish salmon survival hits record high after £1bn tech drive

Survival rates of farmed salmon in Scotland have hit record highs, driven by more than £1 billion of investment in technology and fish health.

Events

6 d. ago 90s pop icon looks unrecognisable 26 years on from release of hit record

The British singer and dancer, 48, is well-remembered for bangers as the 1999 single Viva La Radio as part of her First Album, releasing chart-topping hits as Mickey and Big Boys Don't Cry.

Events

6 d. ago US gold futures hit record high after Trump tariff blindsides global market

Unexpected levy from Trump administration could redraw trade in the metal, analysts and investors warn

Politics

6 d. ago Jackery's Explorer 1000 V2 hits record low price in Amazon deal

The rugged new version of Jackery’s Explorer 1000 solar generator is now available for just £449.99 in this limited-time deal.

Economics

9 d. ago Popular Glasgow IMAX cinema reopens after 'major' upgrade including new laser system

Movie-lovers will be able to enjoy some of the biggest new blockbusters on the newly upgraded screen

Culture

1 week ago Ryan Reynolds and Wrexham's record transfer for Wales international hits major snag

Wrexham are keen to sign Wales international Nathan Broadhead from Ipswich Town in a club record deal, but the Tractor Boys are now reported to be reluctant to sell

Events

1 week ago 'I live on popular Scottish island and it's not as picturesque as tourists think'

A woman who lives on the most popular island in Scotland has shared the harsh reality and shown how it might be different to some people's expectations of the area

Society

1 week ago Why did Netflix's Wednesday season 2 take so long as fans fume at three

Netflix's record-breaking hit show Wednesday is finally back with its second series, but fans have been left wondering why they've had to wait for new episodes since 2022

Politics