2 d. ago Celtic Connections 2026: Global winter festival kicks off in Glasgow

The festival features over 1,200 performers from Europe, the Americas and Africa.

Politics

2 d. ago John Higgins rides wild fluke to win final three frames and reach Masters semi

Scot recovers to deny Zhao Xintong 6-5 in the last eightJudd Trump faces Mark Allen in later Thursday matchJohn Higgins benefited from an outrageous fluke as he came from 5-3 down to beat world champion Zhao Xintong 6-5 on the final ball and reach the semi-finals of the Masters at Alexandra Palace.Higgins made a horrible mess of a plant, only for one of the reds to fly into the opposite pocket and the cue ball to somehow land on the black, en route to squaring the match at 5-5. The 50-year-old Scot then took a tight decider, clearing the table from the final red to move one step closer to a third Masters title.This report will update later Continue reading...

Politics

2 d. ago Jon Burrows moves a step closer to become next Ulster Unionist leader

The UUP confirmed the former senior police officer is the only contender to replace Mike Nesbitt later this month.

Politics

5 d. ago World's longest undersea tunnel project costing £6.4billion to connect two countries by 2029

The world's 'longest immersed' tunnel will stretch 18 kilometres, cutting travel time between Scandinavia and continental Europe

Economics

6 d. ago ‘Big step forward’: Myanmar military faces Rohingya genocide case at UN court

Survivors of violence hope proceedings will bring justice a step closer and set a precedent for future genocide allegations“Finally, I feel like our voices are being heard, and like something is going to happen that is positive for the community,” says Monaira*. She was forced to flee her home in Myanmar in 2017, when the military launched so-called clearance operations across Rohingya villages.During the violence, her brother was taken by military soldiers, shot dead, and his home set on fire. “Children were thrown into the fire in front of my eyes,” says Monaira, who was raped by military personnel. Continue reading...

Events

7 d. ago Longest underwater tunnel to connect 2 European countries after £6.4billion project

The incredible tunnel is expected to be completed by 2029

Economics

1 week ago The £7.4bn underwater tunnel connecting Africa to Europe is one step closer to reality

The project, which looks to connect Spain and Morocco, has been concluded 'technically viable' in a study commissioned by the Spanish government.

Economics

2 w. ago Seven dead and dozens missing after migrant boat set for Europe capsizes near Gambia

Gambian President Adama Barrow confirmed that more than 100 survivors have been rescued from the vessel which overturned in the North Bank region

Events

2 w. ago Luke Littler beats the boos to reach World Darts Championship final in convincing win

Luke Littler booked his place in a third successive World Darts Championship with a comprehensive victory over Ryan Searle as the reigning champion took a step closer to the £1million jackpot

Sport

2 w. ago Eurostar restarts services in Channel tunnel amid continued risk of disruption

Passengers face delays day after power supply issue and broken down train halted services between UK and FranceEurostar passengers have been warned that continued delays and cancellations are possible on Wednesday despite the resumption of services after a power supply issue halted Channel tunnel train trips connecting London to the European mainland.Thousands of passengers in the busy run-up to the new year faced hours of delays after the train operator cancelled services between London, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels on Tuesday due to an overhead power supply problem and a failed LeShuttle train. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Eurostar restarts in Channel tunnel with full service but risk of disruptions

Power problem and stuck vehicle shuttle halted seasonal rail travel between UK and the continent on TuesdayEurostar said it plans to run a full service on Wednesday but warned of possible knock-on disruptions after a power supply issue halted Channel tunnel train trips connecting London to the European mainland.Travellers making journeys in the busy run-up to the new year were left scrambling to find alternatives after the operator postponed all services between London, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Tottenham handed major injury boost as exciting new update revealed

Key Spurs star moves one crucial step closer to long-awaited return to action

Events

2 w. ago Darts star asks Ally Pally ‘who wants a Chinese’ as he comes closer to fulfilling dream

Darts hero Justin Hood turned to the Ally Pally crowd to ask ‘who wants a Chinese?’ after his Asian restaurant dream moved a step closer following his almighty World Championship upset

Politics

2 w. ago Major boost for incredible £7.4bn tunnel that will connect Europe and Africa

A feasibility study has concluded that a railway tunnel beneath the Strait of Gibraltar is technically viable, with Spain now commissioning blueprints for the ambitious project

Economics

2 w. ago World’s longest tunnel connecting two European countries to open after £7b project

The Brenner Base Tunnel, which is currently under construction, will be the longest tunnel in the world when it opens in 2032 - and it will connect Austria and Italy.

Economics

2 w. ago Hungary's 'water guardian' farmers fight back against desertification

Southern Hungary landowner Oszkár Nagyapáti has been battling severe drought on his land

Politics

3 w. ago Deck your garden with boughs of holly, a plant rich in symbolism and evergreen beauty

No doubt you’ve seen your share of hollies this month — in wreaths and boughs or perhaps on holiday cards and catalog covers

Politics

4 w. ago Marcus Rashford moves a step closer to dream transfer as Barcelona make big decision

Barcelona have the option to sign Marcus Rashford on a permanent basis for £26million in the summer transfer window, with his Manchester United career seemingly over

Politics

last month Finally, Labour is finding its nerve and getting Britain’s bad Brexit deal undone | Polly Toynbee

Rejoining Erasmus should just be a first step – as the economic evidence piles up, the need for closer ties with Europe could not be clearerMonth by month, Labour is bringing us closer to Europe. This week, the UK announced it is rejoining the Erasmus+ youth exchange programme. This will open the door beyond the many young people who attend university – its remit includes FE students, apprentices, and youth and school groups. A whoop of excitement greeted the announcement, with opportunities for those involved in education, training, culture and sport, and a commitment to maximise take-up by disadvantaged young people. Widening experience, encouraging adventure: Erasmus+ may help cure Britain’s monolingual handicap and the catastrophic decline in language courses. Last year in the UK, less than 3% of A-levels were in languages.This all eludes Europhobes such as Andrew Neil, who posted on X that “extra taxes now being inflicted on working people will be used to finance some ‘study’ i...

Economics