Jack Osbourne welcomes child named Ozzy in tribute to late father: Ozzy is Osbourne’s second child with his wife Aree
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MSPs back powers to withdraw free travel from badly behaved bus passengers: The new rules will apply to anyone using concessionary travel schemes but come in the ...
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After more than three decades as one of Scotland’s most recognisable news presenters, John MacKay is preparing to step away from STV ... Show more
Bomb squad called to RAF Lossiemouth base after ‘suspicious package’ found: RAF Lossiemouth confirmed a cordon is in place around its base after the package was ...
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‘It’s time for the next generation’: John MacKay prepares for life after STV: In a special edition of Scotland Tonight, MacKay sat down with colleague Rona ...
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I’ve lost friends for joining Reform, says Scottish leader Malcolm Offord: The former Tory minister said it was a ‘sacrifice’ he had to make ‘if I believe in the ...
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Fox who stowed away on ship from UK to New York ‘settling in well’ at Bronx home: The zoo said the male fox, who is thought to be about two years old ...
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Remains of fire ravaged building in Glasgow city centre must be demolished: The fire service has handed Union Corner over to the council
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Police dog missing after running off following seizure: Police dog Kilo has not been seen since Tuesday morning with fears that he could be injured
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Police Scotland fined £66,000 after sharing all data from victim’s phone with alleged rapist
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Celtic and Rangers have been slammed by Scotland’s top police officer for failing to condemn violence and disorder which broke out following Sunday’s Old Firm ... Show more
Further collapses at Union Street building near Glasgow Central after devastating fire
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Key FactsHistoric Blaze Halts Glasgow Central High Level
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.stv.tv
- A blaze engulfed a four-story building adjacent to Glasgow Central, causing partial collapse and severe structural concerns.
- The high level station remains closed pending safety assessments, while the low level station will reopen Wednesday morning.
- Over 200 firefighters and multiple fire engines were deployed to contain the extensive fire damage and protect nearby infrastructure.
- Authorities pledged financial aid and established a ministerial board to oversee recovery and rebuilding efforts in the city centre.
Above all else, let me be clear today: the Scottish Government will stand with the city of Glasgow as it recovers from the fire. Given the significant cost the city faces, we will back those costs with cash.— First Minister John Swinney, speaking to MSPs in Holyrood; pledged to support the rebuild and back costs with cash.
Stephen Robinson confirmed as Aberdeen manager: The 51-year-old former Motherwell boss and his assistant Brian Kerr have signed contracts until the summer of ...
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The remains of fire ravaged building in Glasgow city centre will be demolished.
Glasgow City Council is now in control of the Union Street site ... Show more
The Pussycat Dolls to reform for 53-date world tour: The group’s first UK show will be in Birmingham on September 29, and they will tour eight other towns and ...
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Scottish teachers to go on strike across six council areas in workload dispute: The EIS, Scotland's largest teaching union, has targeted six local ...
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Travel disruption amid howling winds up to 70mph: STV meteorologist Sean Batty has warned of strong gusts across Scotland
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Largest ever oil reserves released as Iran targets shipping in Strait of Hormuz: Iran has attacked ships in the Persian Gulf and targeted Dubai airport ...
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Lloyds, Bank of Scotland and Halifax customers seeing other users’ transactions on apps
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John Swinney to face FMQs following Glasgow fire and Old Firm violence: The First Minister will be taking questions from the opposition
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A probe into the death of an asylum seeker who was shot dead by police at a hotel was told he was in a “bad psychological state” the day before ... Show more
Mould growth found in cancer ward at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital: The discovery was made on a ward caring for some of the most vulnerable patients
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Single mum caught with £110,000 of cocaine and dealing heroin from Aberdeen home: Alisha Bain was found to have instructions of how to make crack at her house
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Snow showers forecast in parts of Scotland after blustery conditions hit UK: The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice for Friday ...
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A second man has been arrested in connection with the death of a “loving” father who was shot in his home in North Lanarkshire in December ... Show more
Second man arrested months after young dad shot dead in Motherwell home: Jordan Gray suffered fatal firearm injuries at his home on Shields Court in Motherwell ...
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John Lewis Partnership to hand staff bonus for first time in four years: The retailer will give staff a 2% bonus after improving profitability and indicating ...
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Suspect charged with attempted murder of Rihanna: It is alleged that Ms Ortiz drove to the home of Rihanna and her family on Sunday afternoon and fired a ...
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Key FactsShots Fired at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills Home
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
- On Sunday afternoon, a woman discharged between seven and nine rounds from an AR-15-style rifle at Rihanna’s property, with four bullets striking the residence.
- Rihanna was present during the shooting but unharmed; her partner A$AP Rocky was not home at the time.
- Law enforcement apprehended the suspect roughly 30 minutes after the incident in a Sherman Oaks shopping center parking lot.
- Authorities are investigating the motive while neighbors described the gunfire as an alarming disruption in their otherwise quiet neighborhood.
Nobody should have to deal with being in fear in your own home.— Isabel Thorne, a neighbor, told the Post after hearing the gunshots near Rihanna's home.
Man in hospital after being struck by car in Glasgow city centre: Emergency crews were called to Stockwell Street on Thursday morning
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People warned to avoid reliance on drugs like ibuprofen for pain relief: Experts say people with higher risk of kidney disease, such as diabetics or people with ...
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Prime Minister to face questions as first Peter Mandelson files to be published: The Prime Minister has insisted Lord Mandelson 'lied repeatedly' to No ...
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Key FactsControversy Over Mandelson’s Severance Payment Uncovered
7 hours ago · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: yorkshirepost.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: yorkshirepost.co.uk
- Lord Peter Mandelson demanded a £500,000 severance pay after being dismissed as US ambassador but ultimately received £75,000.
- Released documents exposed damaging ties between Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein, resulting in his removal in September 2025.
- The government called Mandelson’s initial payout demand inappropriate and noted the final settlement was over six times lower.
- Several files remain withheld due to ongoing police investigations and concerns over national security.
Ferguson Marine to expand apprentice programme after vessel announcement: Deputy first minister Kate Forbes last week outlined plans to directly award the ...
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Iran welcome in US for 2026 World Cup, FIFA president Gianni Infantino says: Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday that he met with US President Donald Trump to ...
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Key FactsTrump Supports Iran’s World Cup Spot Amid Conflict
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed that Trump welcomed Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup during their meeting.
- Iran’s absence at the FIFA planning summit in Atlanta sparked doubts about their presence amid rising regional conflict.
- Iran qualified for a fourth consecutive World Cup by winning Group A in the Asian qualifiers last year.
- Iran’s group matches will be held in US cities including Los Angeles and Seattle, with a possible clash against the US on July 3.
very badly defeated country— Donald Trump described Iran as a 'very badly defeated country' in remarks about Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as reported by Politico.
US claims to have taken out Iran’s mine-laying vessels: Both sides sharpened their rhetoric as the war entered its 11th day.
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Key FactsIran Deploys Mines in Critical Strait of Hormuz
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Iran has recently deployed dozens of mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a key passage carrying about one-fifth of global crude oil.
- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, together with Iran’s navy, possesses the ability to deploy numerous mine-laying vessels and explosive boats.
- Following orders from President Trump, US forces precisely destroyed multiple Iranian naval ships, including 16 minelayers near the strait.
- The strait remains highly volatile, causing major oil market fluctuations and hindering crude oil shipments through the Gulf.
if Iran has put out any mines in the Hormuz Strait, and we have no reports of them doing so, we want them removed, IMMEDIATELY!— President Donald Trump, in a Truth Social post
Scotland name new-look second row for crunch Six Nations clash against Ireland: Gregor Townsend’s side can seal their first Six Nations title in their final ...
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Swinney intervenes as Holyrood debates amendments to assisted dying Bill: The First Minister spoke out as MSPs debated hundreds of amendments to legislation ...
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Inquiry to be held into death of Inverness prisoner in hospital: John Calderwood Gallagher, 72, died in hospital in 2024 while in custody at HMP Inverness.
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Wardens could carry out plain-clothes patrols to tackle dog fouling: The prospect of teams conducting surveillance in ordinary attire rather than uniform is ...
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Teenager dies at Polmont Young Offenders Institution : It comes after an inquiry into two 'preventable' suicides found a 'catalogue of ...
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A90 blocked in both directions by ‘fallen power cables’: Police Scotland alongside SSEN units and workers from road network AMEY are on the scene.
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Parts of Scotland are expected to see snow showers on Friday, after blustery conditions hit much of the UK on Thursday.
The Met Office has issued a yellow ... Show more
Historical figures on banknotes to be replaced with British wildlife: The public will get a say in which elements of nature replace the likes of Sir Winston ...
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CPS loses appeal over Kneecap rapper terror case: The case against the rapper, who performs as Mo Chara, was thrown out in September 2025
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New cameras being deployed in Scotland to monitor drivers on mobile phones and not wearing seatbelts
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Whistleblower’s concerns about new Aberdeen hospital were ‘downplayed’, inquiry finds
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Glasgow Central Station will not reopen this week due to the instability of the fire-ravaged building on Gordon Street.
Scotland’s busiest train station was ... Show more
Man to appear in court charged with murdering Soham killer Ian Huntley: Huntly suffered severe brain trauma in the attack at HMP Frankland, Durham ...
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Zoos call for changes to ‘misleading’ weather apps they say can deter visitors: The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland said this could include splitting ...
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Speeding driver killed teenage passenger in Aberdeen in crash at 100mph: Josh Buchan caused the death of Ben Taylor, 19, after losing control of his car in ...
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Scots girl, 12, airlifted 170 miles to Glasgow for ‘life-saving’ operation to remove spinal tumour
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Men who firebombed taxi office and cars during gang war jailed for 25 years: The gang conspired to damage property and cars associated with gangland boss Mark ...
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'Someone had to do something': Man tries to extinguish Glasgow blaze.
Passerby Lamin Kongira used a fire extinguisher to tackle the initial blaze ... Show more
Trump says Iran war could be over soon but warns against oil disruption: The war has choked off major supplies of oil and gas to world markets and sent fuel ...
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Key FactsMiddle East Conflict Sparks Oil Price Surge
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
- The Middle East war pushed Brent crude prices above $100 per barrel, raising fears of disrupted oil supplies.
- South Africa faces inflationary pressures as its fuel import costs rise, impacting transport and consumer prices.
- Monetary policy easing by the South African Reserve Bank is likely postponed due to the oil price surge.
- Currency stability and rising coal and precious metal prices may help mitigate some negative economic effects.
"Interest rate cuts will likely be delayed given the inflationary impact of the war-induced spike in oil prices," she said.— Dr Elna Moolman, group head of South Africa macroeconomic research at Standard Bank, commenting on inflation and monetary policy amid the oil-price spike caused by the conflict.
Hereditary peers to leave red benches before next King’s Speech: The Lords on Tuesday accepted a final draft of the House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Bill ...
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Police Scotland fined £66,000 after sharing contents of victim’s phone with alleged rapist
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Celtic boss Martin O’Neill fears end to Old Firm away fans after violence: The Celtic boss said he is worried about the impact on supporters in the aftermath of ...
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Woman, 81, dies in hospital after being traced following search: Nancy Hill was taken to the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary where she passed away.
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School closures could be averted as deal reached between union and ministers: Glasgow, East Renfrewshire and Moray councils announced that all schools would ...
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Travel chaos following a devastating fire near Glasgow Central Station has continued for a fourth day.
Scotland’s busiest train station has been closed since ... Show more
Almost 60,000 UK armed forces applications rejected on medical grounds: Some 45,680 applications to the British Army were rejected between July 2024 and January ...
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Police hunting man who tried to rob elderly woman near busy Kilmarnock road: The 79-year-old woman was has been left 'badly shaken' by the incident
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Firefighters called to blaze within Glasgow building: Fire crews from six appliances and specialist resources are on site in the Tradeston area.
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Care worked abandoned disabled client for hours to work shifts at strip club: Michael Harper left vulnerable woman for hours to do shifts at Baby Dolls
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Queens had Epstein victims ‘in mind’ in message to sexual abuse survivors: ITV News understands that Camilla had Epstein victims in mind when she made the ...
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Watchdogs urge big tech to do more to protect children online: Ofcom has written to tech firms urging them to explain what actions they are taking on age checks ...
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Highland residents fear being ‘totally surrounded’ if wind farms approved: Ceislein and Creachan Wind Farms are the latest in a number of projects proposed to be ...
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‘Extremely premature’ Scots baby home after receiving new heart procedure: Aribella Duncan was born at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital at just over 23 weeks in July ...
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Man dies in hospital after crashing into parked car in East Lothian: Emergency services were called to A199 Haddington Road on Tuesday
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Wegovy ‘may carry higher risk of sudden sight loss’ than other weight-loss jabs: Semaglutide brands Wegovy, Ozempic and Rybelsus – made by Novo Nordisk – all ...
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Cancer-causing gene scandal: Mums fear ‘terrifying unknown’ over sperm donor siblings
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Heating oil firms accused of profiteering as some customers see prices double: Oil prices have fluctuated since the Iran conflict began, as markets fear longterm ...
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Two weather warnings issued as winds of up to 80mph to hit Scotland
More than 30 Glasgow businesses impacted after raging inferno tore through historic building
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Schools locked down after bull went on the loose in Newton Stewart: Police Scotland contacted schools in Newton Stewart on Friday after the animal escaped
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Key FactsViolence Erupts After Scottish Cup Old Firm Clash
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thesun.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thesun.co.uk
- Following Celtic’s penalty shootout victory, hundreds of supporters stormed the pitch at Ibrox, leading to violent confrontations between the rival fans.
- Police and stewards intervened to separate the groups, with players and staff also caught amid the chaos.
- Multiple arrests were made as authorities launched investigations into the disorder and unauthorized stadium access before the game.
- The Scottish Football Association condemned the misconduct and initiated an immediate inquiry into the pitch invasion.
The behaviour of a number of supporters at the Scottish Cup quarter final between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox today was shameful. It must be condemned by everyone involved in football and wider society.— Police Chief Superintendent Kate Stephen, condemning the post-match disorder at Ibrox following the Rangers vs Celtic Scottish Cup quarter-final
A1 closed after two-vehicle crash at roundabout near Haddington: Emergency services, including police and fire crews, were called to the road near Haddington
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Neil Simpson claims skiing silver for Great Britain at Winter Paralympics: A superb slalom run saw the Scottish skier move top of the provisional overall ...
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