2 h. ago Recruiter shares 9 things to never add on a CV or risk putting off employers

A former recruiter has shared the 9 things you should never put on your CV if you want to guarantee job success every single time - as employers hate seeing them

Events

21 h. ago I’ve ridden the world’s railways – here’s why Scotland’s are the best (and now even cheaper)

As ScotRail ends peak fares, Robin McKelvie shares his favourite trips, from Highland mountains and ice blue lochs to the ‘Harry Potter viaduct’

Politics

23 h. ago Cost of scrapping peak rail fares will be sustainable, says Swinney

The First Minister said the policy would encourage people to use trains rather than cars.

Economics

40 h. ago Jarrod Bowen ignites West Ham late show in victory at Nottingham Forest

Just where would West Ham be without Jarrod Bowen? Five days on from confronting angry supporters after Graham Potter’s team succumbed to a third successive defeat, Bowen’s clever first-time finish gave West Ham a late lead at Nottingham Forest before goals from Lucas Paquetá and Callum Wilson ensured a first league victory of the season, Paquetá from the penalty spot after Crysencio Summerville was tripped in the box.For Forest, in front of the watching owner Evangelos Marinakis, this was a dreadful performance and a pathetic – and untimely – collapse. Continue reading...

Politics

42 h. ago ScotRail confirm new train prices from Monday as they scrap 'peak fares'

The Scottish Government is implementing a policy which they say will make train fares simpler, more flexible, and provide better value for money for rail users.

Economics

50 h. ago Brian Connolly of The Sweet died penniless after selling house for tax payments

Brian Connolly was the frontman of The Sweet, who enjoyed huge success in the 1970s, but by the time of his death in 1997, he was living in a council flat and had been doing regular gigs in Butlins to earn a living

Economics

3 d. ago All the hidden Easter eggs in Thursday Murder Club including a subtle reference to one of Helen Mirren's most famous roles and celebrity cameos

The film, an adaptation of the first book in a line of novels that have since become one of the most successful detective series of all time, was released in UK cinemas on 22 August.

Events

4 d. ago This is why ScotRail thinks scrapping peak fares will be successful second time round

Fares will be the same all day from Monday

Politics

4 d. ago Welcome end to peak rail fares which will save money for people across Lanarkshire

Scottish Greens' Gillian Mackay and SNP's Clare Adamson have hailed the decision

Economics

5 d. ago SpaceX: When will Elon Musk get humans to Mars after latest rocket launch?

It seems it’s 10th time lucky for SpaceX’s Starship, with a successful launch taking place yesterday- so what’s next?

Technology

5 d. ago Schools urged to build on success of Women’s Rugby World Cup: 'Something feels different this time'

Surge of interest in the women's game ‘feels like a shift’ and must be capitalised on, says Gladiators star

Politics

7 d. ago Linlithgow MSP's delight that peak rail fares are gone for good

From Monday, September 1, ScotRail customers will pay the same fare no matter what time or day of the week they travel.

Politics

9 d. ago Victory for Scots voiceover artist as ScotRail scraps 'AI clone' announcer

The SNP 's nationalised rail service is scrapping the use of its AI station 'announcer' following a row with a renowned Scots voiceover artist.

Politics

1 week ago BBC Strictly's most successful contestant revealed and it's not who you'd expect

A new study has named the most successful Strictly Come Dancing contestant of all time, based on their earnings, fame and social media following

Politics

1 week ago Strictly Come Dancing's most successful star of all time revealed and it isn't Stacey Dooley

New research has suggested that a reality TV star is actually the most successful celebrity to have come from the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing

Politics

1 week ago Gareth Southgate ‘enjoying life’ and not actively seeking management return

It is 13 months since the former defender called time on his successful eight-year stint as England boss.

Politics

1 week ago Train passengers face potential ticket price rise of 5.8% after inflation update

Train fares went up in England by 4.6% in March this year - this applied to regulated rail fares, such as season, anytime day, off-peak and super off-peak tickets

Economics

2 w. ago Michael Carrick admits 'it didn't quite work' after Scott McTominay's claim at Man United

Former Manchester United coach Michael Carrick has explained the difference between Scott McTominay's time at Old Trafford and his recent success at Napoli

Politics

2 w. ago Michael Carrick speaks out about Scott McTominay after Man Utd exit – 'Didn't quite work'

Former Manchester United coach Michael Carrick has spoken about Scott McTominay's time with the Red Devils and his subsequent success at Napoli

Politics

2 w. ago Europe’s finest could not stop PSG. What chance do Ligue 1 clubs have?

Marseille, Monaco, Nice, Lille and Lyon face economic realities that do not concern the European championsBy Get French Football NewsIf Europe’s elite could not contain Paris Saint-Germain last season, what chance is there for Ligue 1’s impoverished chasing pack? Before the season has even started, their rivals seem to have already submitted to this logic. Never have PSG felt more untouchable than they do now. Chelsea found the recipe for dismantling Luis Enrique’s machine but the rest of Europe floundered last season. Manchester City, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Arsenal and Milan all fell by the wayside as PSG were crowned European champions.That success came at a time when PSG had never looked more vulnerable under Qatar Sports Investments ownership. Despite their prodigious talents, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Neymar, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi were symptoms of the wider ills of the club’s management. But they ensured one thing: that PSG were unshakeable favourites in every domestic game...

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