54 m. ago ‘This is not the way we do it!’ The View condemns political violence following Charlie Kirk assassination

‘We should be able to voice whatever opinions we have,’ Sunny Hostin said on show the day after the assassination

Politics

62 m. ago Rome mayor’s claim of swimmable Tiber in five years met with scepticism

Experts unconvinced by Roberto Gualtieri’s mooted timescale for river to be reopened for public bathingRome hopes to welcome swimmers back to the River Tiber within five years, the city’s mayor has announced, drawing inspiration from Paris, where the Seine was reopened for public bathing this summer for the first time in a century.During a visit on Thursday to the Osaka Expo in Japan, Roberto Gualtieri said a working group had been set up to study the feasibility of the clean-up project. Continue reading...

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77 m. ago ScotRail 'sorry' after Scots passenger endures 'nightmare' commuter train

A concerned passenger said they wonder "how long it will be until someone is seriously injured".

Politics

83 m. ago Liverpool: Alexander Isak will NOT start vs Burnley, says former Reds star

The new £125million needs to be slowly integrated after a stressful summer

Events

2 h. ago From billionaire brothers to a paedophile financier: How Peter Mandelson's relationships with the wealthy have landed him in trouble time and again

Labour's Prince of Darkness has always enjoyed the finer things in life, and has never shied away from cultivating risky relationships to indulge in them.

Economics

2 h. ago Evil killer threw boiling water and sugar over young Scot before fatal stab to heart

In his evidence, the thug claimed Mr Gray had ended up "raging" at one stage and left.

Events

2 h. ago Watch: Scottish schoolchildren team up with TikTok viral sensation Kabin Crew in rap song on Gaelic heritage

The Edinburgh children are pupils at the Gaelic primary school

Culture

2 h. ago African countries push for radical change to tackle climate crisis as key summit wraps up

Nick Ferris reports from Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, where activists back ambitious final declaration at second African Climate Summit – but pile scorn on lack of help from rich nations

Politics

2 h. ago Kilwinning Rangers ordered to replay Scottish Cup tie after rules breach

They'll have to face Penicuik Athletic once more following the error

Politics

2 h. ago Four day working week 'could lead to rise in excess boozing' expert warns

Recent trials of a four-day week at Scottish public bodies are welcome but a 'one-size-fits-all approach' may not work in every workplace, psychologists said.

Events

2 h. ago Two Scots who emigrated to China more than a decade ago are organising Shanghai’s first ­Highland Games

Cameron Wilson and Sarah Armstrong came up with the idea to bring the best Scottish traditions to their new home.

Politics

2 h. ago Luxury ‘celebrity retreat’ on banks of famous Scottish Loch Lomond for sale at £8 million

“This is one of the most remarkable lifestyle investment opportunities in Scotland” – John Rae, Knight Frank

Economics

3 h. ago Plant lovers in Livingston later this month for Scotland’s Autumn gardening event

Organised by the Scottish Rock Garden Club, this free public event at the Howden Park Centre appeals to both the seasoned gardener and those with a general interest in plants.

Politics

3 h. ago Scottish region known for whisky and dolphin spotting named among UK's top fell running spots

The Scottish region has been named the UK’s ninth best fell running destination by Blacks.

Politics

3 h. ago Cardiff City want to 'annihilate' League One as summer exit finally finds new club

The latest news from Cardiff City Stadium

Sport

3 h. ago The 'cosy' Scottish Highlands bed and breakfast you can book for half price this autumn

"Lovely hotel with a great breakfast."

Politics

3 h. ago Devastated mum to walk Edinburgh Kiltwalk in memory of son after brain tumour battle

Ashley McKenzie’s six-year-old son Jaxon died just eight months after being diagnosed with a rare brain stem tumour.

Events

3 h. ago Voices: ‘Error of judgement’: Starmer’s backing of Mandelson draws fury from Independent readers

Our community has criticised Starmer’s initial defence of Mandelson, questioning the prime minister’s judgement, and calling for accountability over the Epstein-linked scandal

Events

3 h. ago Viktor Gyokeres shows true colours after going on strike and being forced to pay £306K fine

Summer signing Viktor Gyokeres angered many at Sporting CP when he went on strike to force a move to Arsenal, but his true character came to the fore in the end

Economics

3 h. ago Scotland at the Mercury Music Prize: Here are all 18 Scottish acts to have been nominated since 1992

In 33 years it’s perhaps surprising how few Scots have been nominated for one of the biggest prizes in British music.

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