4 h. ago Would YOU ban tipping? Majority of Britons would, after London pub slaps 4% automatic tip on pints

The figures come after a London pub, the Well & Boot in Waterloo, announced a four per cent 'optional' tip, slapping an extra 30p on the cost of a pint of beer or cider.

Politics

6 d. ago Parents in England to pay more for school lunches as caterers blame rising costs

As a new academic year begins providers say national insurance rises and food price inflation has forced up pricesParents across England are facing higher prices for school lunches as the new school year begins, with caterers blaming the government’s national insurance increase alongside rising food and energy costs.Lunch providers say increases in staffing costs, including employer national insurance contributions announced by the chancellor last year, have added “significant extra pressure” to their budgets. Continue reading...

Economics

7 d. ago Further extra buses introduced in bid to solve Dumfriesshire school transport issues

McCalls have announced there will an extra 246 bus at both the start and end of the school day.

Politics

2 w. ago Edinburgh Fringe comedian fulfils dream after devastating cancer diagnosis

Karen Bucknall has battled cancer, and has been left with recurring health issues.

Science

2 w. ago Sir Billy Connolly: Scottish comedian issues warning about online voice scamming using AI

Comedian Sir Billy Connolly has issued a statement about online scamming using his voice.

Events

2 w. ago Beloved comic and BBC star Gary Little dies in 'climbing accident' as tributes pour in

Award-winning Scottish comedian Gary Little has died at the age of 61, with fellow Scotts comic Kevin Bridges leading tributes to the star who was due to perform next month

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2 w. ago Gary Little dead: Comedy icon dies 'climbing a hill' aged 61 as tributes pour in

Iconic Scottish comedian Gary Little has died at the age of 61 with reports claiming his death occurred while he was on a hill climb

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2 w. ago Scots comedian dies as tributes flood in for 'wonderful man'

Tributes have been paid to Scottish comedian Gary Little after his death was reported on social media.

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2 w. ago Scots comedian Gary Little dies as tributes flood in for 'wonderful man'

Tributes have been paid to Scottish comedian Gary Little after his death was reported on social media.

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2 w. ago Scottish Comedian Marc Jennings announces extra Fringe shows due to huge demand

With the rest of Marc Jennings’ shows this week sold out and very limited availability for next week, Monkey Barrel Comedy have added a second extra show at 10.40pm on Saturday, August 16. Book now - this will sell out fast too.

Culture

3 w. ago PS Plus Extra and Premium August 2025 games announced as Marvel's Spider

PS Plus subscribers are in for a real treat as Sony is set to drop some fantastic titles as part of the PS Plus Extra and Premium August 2025 roster

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3 w. ago PS Plus Extra and Premium August 2025 reveal time and when you can expect to play the incoming games

The latest PS Plus Extra and Premium games will be announced this week and fans are hoping for a strong line-up following months of top picks

Politics

3 w. ago Glasgow comedian Hardeep Singh Kohli accused of indecent assault at BBC Scotland studio as trial date set

Scottish comedian Hardeep Singh Kohli has been charged in connection with historic sex offences.

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4 w. ago Comedian Hardeep Singh Kohli in court accused of sex attacks on three women

Kohli is claimed to have indecently assaulted the first woman at BBC Studios in Glasgow's Pacific Quay.

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