27 m. ago West Lothian community centres given more time to look at funding plans

In an update to councillors the head of Housing Customer and Building Services Julie Whitelaw said that the revised saving plans which were scheduled to come to the council Executive in early March would be pushed back to the April meeting.

Politics

5 h. ago Admitting you struggle with sex can save your life: The ultimate guide by top doctors to what it means for your health, what's normal, why he's struggling... and how sex can be anti

We might not talk about it. In fact, the mere thought of it can cause many to blush. And sex can mean different things to different people.

Society

10 h. ago Middle East crisis live: Israel says body of Shiri Bibas handed over as Hamas prepares to release six more hostages

Hamas says six captives expected to be freed from Gaza on Saturday in swap for about 600 Palestinian prisoners and detaineesA convoy of Red Cross vehicles is now heading to a hostage handover site set up by Hamas in Rafah in southern Gaza, the Times of Israel is quoting an Israeli defense official as saying.The Red Cross is expected to receive two hostages there, the report says. According to Al Jazeera, hostages Tal Shoham and Avera Mengistu will be freed in Rafah. The other four — Omer Shem-Tov, Eliya Cohen, Omer Wenkert and Hisham al-Sayed — will be released later in central Gaza’s Nuseirat.On the stage prepared by Hamas in Rafah are the usual placards with messages including “We are the flood” as well as military weapons and equipment the group claims were stolen from the IDF on October 7 2023.One piece is a gun on which the group wrote “Ravshatz,” the Hebrew acronym for the head of a community’s local security team, indicating it was taken from such an individual killed by terr...

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24 h. ago Hero Scots Asda worker saved pensioner's life after she fell ill in bathroom

A kind Scots Asda worker's quick thinking saved an elderly customer's life.

Economics

25 h. ago Man suffers 'multiple stab wounds' after incident in Merthyr Tydfil

South Wales Police said they are investigating what happened and want to "reassure" the local community

Politics

37 h. ago Cyclist becomes best pals with hero stranger who saved his life after cardiac arrest

"It feels like everything was set up for Jamie to survive that morning."

Events

40 h. ago 'You're scaring me, daddy': Scottish aid worker's girl reveals traumatic last texts before his execution by Islamic State

The daughter of a Scottish aid worker murdered by Islamic State 11 years ago has revealed the heartbreaking final text messages she sent him before learning he had been taken hostage.

Events

45 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council approves funding of £222,361 to 27 community organisations in Cumbernauld

The grants will support a range of projects aimed at improving local services, enhancing wellbeing, and strengthening community engagement.

Economics

45 h. ago 'You're scaring me, Daddy' Scottish aid worker's girl reveals traumatic last texts before his execution

The daughter of a Scottish aid worker murdered by Islamic State 11 years ago has revealed the heartbreaking final text messages she sent him before learning he had been taken hostage.

Events

54 h. ago Ayrshire coach firm thanks community for support after fire at garage

Milligan's Coach Travel in Mauchline has thanked the local community for their support following a fire at its garage earlier this week.

Events

2 d. ago ‘Two days ago he hugged me...now he’s dead’: Family friend's horror as Hackney stabbing victim named

Police and paramedics tried to save the victim’s life on Bodney Road just before 6pm on Tuesday

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3 d. ago ‘Two days ago he hugged me...now he’s dead’: Woman’s horror as family friend, 20, stabbed to death in Hackney

Police and paramedics tried to save the victim’s life on Bodney Road just before 6pm on Tuesday

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3 d. ago Martin Kemp says EastEnders 'saved his life' after brain tumour hell

Martin Kemp shocked fans by jumping from Spandau Ballet to EastEnders, but he says his time on the BBC show got him though the 'darkest moments' of his life while recovering from brain tumours

Politics

3 d. ago Expert warns how to spot fake alcohol after 124 die in Turkey from bootleg drinks

Fake alcohol can be potentially deadly so knowing what to watch for could save your life

Events

3 d. ago Murder probe as man, 20, stabbed to death yards from east London nursery and pre

Police and paramedics tried to save the victim’s life on Bodney Road just before 6pm on Tuesday

Events

3 d. ago 'I was about to take my newborn home when a midwife stopped me and saved his life'

Claire Cathcart, 44, said she was about to taken her newborn son, Jake, home in his car seat when a midwife's 'intuition' saved his life

Politics

3 d. ago Young hero helping local community with life saving mission is nominated for Scottish First Aid Award

In the bustling corridors of Hallside Primary School, Cambuslang, a young boy’s determination to increase first aid safety and awareness for everyone around him, has left a mark on his local community.

Events

4 d. ago The Centre, Livingston announces ‘Support in the Community’ charity partner

SMILE Counselling was founded 10 years ago by Declan Harrigan, to provide counselling for young people between the ages of 11-24 in West Lothian.

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5 d. ago Couple drowned in Liverpool flood because sewer couldn't 'cope' with heavy rain

Elaine and Philip Marco were loving grandparents who were popular members of their local Jewish community when they died in Liverpool in August 2023

Events

5 d. ago Antiques Roadshow guest floored as he learns his collection of film memorabilia saved from a skip are worth more than a HOUSE in life

Ron brought along prized possessions he had saved from a skip from his time working at Elstree Studios to the BBC show.

Culture