43 m. ago University of Stirling gets set to host printmaking festival

Printmakers from across Scotland will be descending on the University of Stirling in mid-August to showcase their artworks at the second Festival of Printmaking.

Culture

1 hour ago Moment Ukrainian forces wipe out Russian platoon on front line as drone footage shows personnel carrier destroyed and soldiers picked off

It comes amid the Russian army's biggest 24-hour advance into Ukraine in over a year, just ahead of the Trump-Putin summit

Events

1 hour ago Drake lawyers allege Universal head Lucian Grainge ‘personally involved’ in Kendrick Lamar diss track

Lawyers for Universal Music Group deny that British chief exec had any ‘meaningful involvement’ in the promotion of allegedly defamatory track Not Like UsAs Drake’s lawsuit continues against his record label’s parent company, Universal Music Group (UMG), his lawyers have claimed that UMG’s British chair and chief executive Lucian Grainge had a “role in and knowledge of the scheme to defame and harass” Drake, and have requested that UMG produce texts and emails by Grainge.UMG has previously denied access to those communications, stating that Grainge has “no meaningful involvement in the matters and decisions at issue in this litigation”. Continue reading...

Politics

1 hour ago How to turn a glut of summer fruit into a delicious jam tart | Waste not

As our summer fruit crops race to offload an abundance of produce, a simple tart is often the best option for using up a seasonal glutWe’ve got a huge, beautiful, red-leafed cherry plum tree in our back garden, and right now it’s raining plums! Have you noticed the sheer abundance of fruit this year? The branches are heavy and the ground is scattered with fallen fruit. Last weekend, I harvested about 10kg plums from our tree, and my daughter suggested we make a jam tart. It turned out to be one of the best I’ve ever eaten, sweet yet sharp, sticky and rich. A simple, seasonal treat. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Full list of DWP benefits that make you eligible for £150 Warm Home Discount

The Warm Home Discount is worth £150 and is provided as a direct discount on your gas and electricity bill, rather than a payment into your bank account

Economics

2 h. ago Voices: So Gen Z need special coaching to make actual phone calls. Get a grip!

Ahead of A-level results day, schools have been offering students workshops on how to use their smartphones to talk to a real person and secure a university place. So what hope have they got in the real world, wonders Victoria Richards

Politics

2 h. ago The exact time UCAS Track will update on A Level results day 2025

Thousands will discover if they have earned their place at their chosen university

Politics

2 h. ago Police chief's advice that the public should confront shoplifters is branded 'complete and utter idiocy' by former Scotland Yard expert who warns it will INCREASE crime

Matthew Barber, the PCC for Thames Valley said tackling thieves was not just a job for police and criticised onlookers for simply filming instances of crime.

Events

2 h. ago AD FEATURE: Your job title could hike your car insurance costs by £400 but you can cut prices

Car insurance prices can be hiked up depending on your job title but Mirror Switch and Save (in partnership with Quotezone.co.uk) offers a simple way to compare policies and see if you can get the best deal for you

Economics

2 h. ago Five ways to improve your credit score to get better loan offers

A poor credit rating could result in paying thousands of pounds in interest.

Politics

3 h. ago Lecturer tried to sue his university for £9million after it painted an enormous mural of a women's football squad near his office

Dr Andrew Kear claimed he was being targeted by a 'smear campaign' by the University of Bournemouth but his claims were branded 'outlandish'.

Economics

3 h. ago Man, 30, saw £1,300 Universal Credit payment hadn't arrived... the reason left him stunned

Ryan said DWP stopped his Universal Credit payments

Economics

3 h. ago Pensioners being sent DWP letter in post over £150 cost of living payments

The Warm Home Discount is a one-off payment of £150 to help with energy bills over the winter months - and the DWP will be sending letters to those who are eligible

Economics

3 h. ago University: How to budget and manage your money as a student

Learning to budget and knowing what awaits you with tuition fees are key skills to learn

Economics

4 h. ago DWP payment worth up to £812 sent to Universal Credit bank accounts

You may be eligible if you need help with repairs to your home, or if you need extra money to help you work, if you need to move, or funeral costs

Economics

4 h. ago Bizarre hack could help banish painful leg cramps, top medic claims

An UK NHS doctor has shared a simple hack that may help alleviated horrible leg muscle cramps.

Politics

4 h. ago Poundland to axe two popular services ahead of latest store closures

It makes up part of a restructuring plan to "simplify and refocus" the struggling company.

Politics

4 h. ago Newcastle close to signing Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa for £40m

Midfielder could be in squad to face Villa on SaturdayTalks over Wissa continue so Gordon may be used as No 9Newcastle are close to signing Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa for £40m after resisting competition from West Ham for the versatile 24-year-old midfielder.With talks between the clubs advanced, it is understood personal terms should not be a problem. If the deal proceeds as planned Ramsey could be in Newcastle’s squad for Saturday’s opening Premier League fixture at, coincidentally, Villa Park. Continue reading...

Economics

4 h. ago British girl, 14, is accepted into university to study psychology after being home schooled by her mother during the Covid pandemic

A British girl has been accepted into university to study psychology - aged just 14.

Events

5 h. ago Public need to stand up to shoplifters and stop relying on cops, police chief says

Matthew Barber, the PCC for Thames Valley said that tackling thieves was not just a job for police and criticised onlookers for simply filming instances of crime.

Events