94 m. ago Thousands of Scots told to expect loud warning sirens THIS WEEK – here’s why

THOUSANDS of Scots have been told to prepare for loud warning sirens this week. Glasgow locals have been warned about a routine test that will produce a noisy siren on Thursday, October 9. The gas network company SGN will conduct the alarm trial at its Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) site on Blochairn Road, Provan. The...

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1 hour ago ‘Photos don’t go bigger than mine’: the epic, impossible images of the great Andreas Gursky

From Amazon warehouses to Olympic skiers and the crowd at a Madonna gig, his pictures have made him one of the world’s most feted photographers. So why did the German artist want to postpone his new show?Andreas Gursky started out shooting mostly black and white landscapes on a handheld camera, but in the 1990s he switched, taking the pictures that he has now become famous for. Out went analogue and in came epic panoramas that were digitally stitched together, capturing in intricate detail and colour stock exchanges, factories, Amazon warehouses, 99 cent stores, Olympic skiers and the crowd at a Madonna concert.“My works,” he recalls, “were selling for more and more.” In fact, his rising status in the art world was reflected in his photographs inside Prada and Gucci stores – the former was taken while he was waiting for his wife, who was shopping there. Then, in 2011, Gursky’s 1999 colour photograph Rhein II, a horizontal vista of the river flowing across flat fields near Dusseldorf...

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2 h. ago Compensation payouts due on 14m unfair car loans, watchdog says

The Financial Conduct Authority estimated its redress scheme could cost lenders £8.2 billion in compensation.

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2 h. ago Lawyers for Duke of Sussex and MGN in dispute over legal cost

The case between Harry and the Mirror’s publisher returned to court on Tuesday over costs.

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3 h. ago Bargain UK supermarket launches 50% off toy sale including Lego, Barbie and Hot Wheels ahead of Christmas

CHRISTMAS might still be weeks away, but shoppers are already snapping up toy bargains. Morrisons has slashed its prices by up to 50 per cent on big-name brands including LEGO, Barbie and Hot Wheels. The half-price sale, running in stores nationwide until October 26, is aimed at helping parents spread the cost of Christmas and...

Economics

3 h. ago Ryan Reynolds handed blunt verdict on Wrexham transfer mistake that could cost him

Wrexham have had a mixed start to life in the Championship and their Hollywood owners have been told they could regret one decision they made in the transfer window

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3 h. ago New 8p and 14p rules you must follow if you drive electric company car

Thousands of drivers could be impacted by the new HMRC guidance for those with electric vehicles, specifically company car users

Transport

3 h. ago Coronation Street's Vicky Myers declared 'love' by Emmerdale star in 'little sister' message

The actress, best know the actress for playing DS Lisa Swain in the ITV soap, has a past link to a very famous Emmerdale star

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3 h. ago Inside Charlotte Church's life now after £25m fortune blown and completely new career path

Charlotte Church is returning to the limelight this week during her stint on The Celebrity Traitors but her life now looks very different from her previous millionaire status days.

Economics

3 h. ago DVLA releases thousands of new registration plates with prices starting at £250

Prices rise into the thousands depending on what registration you are looking for

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4 h. ago Charlotte Church and sports icon's son on red carpet as everyone says same thing

Charlotte Church was joined by her teenage son Dexter at the BAFTAS, and he is the spitting image of his former Wales rugby star father, Gavin Henson

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4 h. ago Barbie Dreamhouse 'kids love' down by 21% on Amazon Prime Big Deal Day

Bag an Amazon Prime Day bargain that has delighted thousands of children now £129.99 instead of £164.99

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4 h. ago How much do new windows cost in the UK? A guide to 2025 prices

Here’s our guide on how much windows cost in the UK, depended on the different types of glazing

Economics

4 h. ago Meet Ella Beatty and her famous relatives as she takes over Netflix's Monster series

The star has been cast in the lead role in Monster season four

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5 h. ago The herb that can help shed water weight and relieve bloating

The ancient Mediterranean herb has been cultivated for thousands of years

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5 h. ago British Army probes major security breach at Royal Artillery HQ after thieves cut through fences to steal 'large quantity' of fuel

The raid took place at the Larkhill Royal Artillery Barracks in Wiltshire on Saturday and triggered a lockdown amid initial fears terrorists had breached the base's security.

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5 h. ago Snapchat: Why users are revolting against new charges in app – and threatening to leave entirely

Years of memories may disappear if users do not pay

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5 h. ago Jenrick’s comments on Handsworth have potential to stir up division, says bishop

Right Reverend Michael Volland said the shadow justice secretary’s views on the area were ‘entirely wrong’.

Politics

6 h. ago The staggering cost Andy Murray will have to pay to become a professional golfer

Andy Murray, who could try and qualify for The Open, will have to spend big if he decides to try and make it as a professional golfer after calling time on his legendary tennis career

Economics

6 h. ago Chanel blasts off on new course with Matthieu Blazy debut show

Latest creative director’s initial collection hits runway at space-themed Paris fashion week showClutch your pearls. Cover your ears. Talk about a big bang: under a galactic stage set, the designer Matthieu Blazy just blasted the world’s most famous fashion brand through the sound barrier and into the 21st century.Backstage after his debut, Blazy quoted what Coco Chanel once said when asked why she wore the same tweed jacket day after day. “She said, if I translate into English: ‘I don’t give a fuck. I like them worn.’” This is Blazy’s take on the house Coco founded: Chanel, with no fucks given. Continue reading...

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