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Thousands queue online as Lapland UK 2023 tickets go on sale

How to prepare for the upcoming clock change

Sightings of the stonechat in spring carried particular superstitions in Scotland. PIC: Ziva & Amir/Flickr/CC.
Sightings of the stonechat in spring carried particular superstitions in Scotland. PIC: Ziva & Amir/Flickr/CC.

Spring equinox: the ancient beliefs of the new season in Scotland

RHS Harlow Carr
RHS Harlow Carr

RHS offer £1 entry to its gardens for low income households

More than a quarter of child trust funds remain unclaimed
More than a quarter of child trust funds remain unclaimed

More than a quarter of child trust funds worth £1,900 still unclaimed

Thousands of volunteers are needed to offer their helping hands over the course of King Charles III’s coronation celebrations - Credit: Getty Images
Thousands of volunteers are needed to offer their helping hands over the course of King Charles III’s coronation celebrations - Credit: Getty Images

King Charles III coronation looking for thousands of volunteers

What are you most thankful for?
What are you most thankful for?

March 20 marks International Day of Happiness

BBC Panorama shared research that shows the cost of fifteen years of wage stagnation on British workers
BBC Panorama shared research that shows the cost of fifteen years of wage stagnation on British workers

UK wage stagnation costing British workers £11,000 per year

Hollywood actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with dementia - Credit: Getty Images
Hollywood actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with dementia - Credit: Getty Images

Bruce Willis’ wife posts heartbreaking message on star’s 68th birthday

Lawrence Shankland apologised to Hearts fans for the performance in the 3-0 defeat to Aberdeen. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Lawrence Shankland apologised to Hearts fans for the performance in the 3-0 defeat to Aberdeen. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts star in fan apology and strong response after Aberdeen defeat

Suella Braverman listens on as prime minister Rishi Sunak announces the Illegal Migration Bill
Suella Braverman listens on as prime minister Rishi Sunak announces the Illegal Migration Bill

Deportation flights to Rwanda could be started “by the summer”

Mobile phone ‘Armageddon alert’ date set: UK primed for new public warning system siren test
Mobile phone ‘Armageddon alert’ date set: UK primed for new public warning system siren test

‘Armageddon alert’: UK primed for mobile phone public warning siren

Celtic's Ange Postecoglou believes people are 'living in the moment' in being exercised by how his team and Michael Beale's Rangers are dominating in their domestic outings against the other clubs.(Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Celtic's Ange Postecoglou believes people are 'living in the moment' in being exercised by how his team and Michael Beale's Rangers are dominating in their domestic outings against the other clubs.(Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Postecoglou rejects 'lowest common denominator' Celtic and Rangers solution

Some of the most visited attractions in Scotland for 2022.
Some of the most visited attractions in Scotland for 2022.

The 11 Scottish attractions that had the most visitors in 2022

Some over-the-counter cough medicines are being recalled over safety concerns.
Some over-the-counter cough medicines are being recalled over safety concerns.

Common cough medicines recalled over safety fears

Ant & Dec
Ant & Dec

How to win place on the plane on Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway

Kirkwall, Orkney islands
Kirkwall, Orkney islands

Orkney islands linked to gene mutation which increases cancer risk

St Patrick’s Day 2023: 3 cocktails to celebrate with

Contrary to popular belief, the famous Saint Patrick was reportedly born in Britain rather than Ireland. Here - amongst many groups - he encountered the Picts for whom he held contempt as he described ‘the apostate Picts’ as just ‘as bad as his fellow countrymen’ as he knew them for murdering newly-baptised Christians. This note was discovered in Saint Patrick’s letter to the soldiers of Coroticus.
Contrary to popular belief, the famous Saint Patrick was reportedly born in Britain rather than Ireland. Here - amongst many groups - he encountered the Picts for whom he held contempt as he described ‘the apostate Picts’ as just ‘as bad as his fellow countrymen’ as he knew them for murdering newly-baptised Christians. This note was discovered in Saint Patrick’s letter to the soldiers of Coroticus.

St Patrick’s Day 2023: Who was Saint Patrick?

King Charles III coronation: Screens to go up in 30 UK locations

A letter from the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) to the information commissioner argues TikTok could be in breach of UK law. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE / AFP) (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)
A letter from the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) to the information commissioner argues TikTok could be in breach of UK law. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE / AFP) (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

MPs believe TikTok breaches UK law - could be banned

This is why the Ireland rugby team has two national anthems
This is why the Ireland rugby team has two national anthems

Why the Ireland rugby team has two national anthems explained

Love Actually in Concert takes place across venues in UK
Love Actually in Concert takes place across venues in UK

Love Actually in Concert announces UK tour for 2023

Mourners arrive for a mass funeral procession for mudslide victims at Chilobwe townships Naotcha Primary school camp in Blantyre, Malawi earlier this week.
Mourners arrive for a mass funeral procession for mudslide victims at Chilobwe townships Naotcha Primary school camp in Blantyre, Malawi earlier this week.

Fears of cholera outbreak as Malawi cyclone death toll rises

Taskmaster Greg Davies will be returning to the helm in series 15
Taskmaster Greg Davies will be returning to the helm in series 15

Channel 4 confirms Junior Taskmaster as Taskmaster spin-off

A new Love Island spin-off is coming to ITV – and Davina McCall, pictured, wants to front the new show.
A new Love Island spin-off is coming to ITV – and Davina McCall, pictured, wants to front the new show.

Davina McCall to host Love Island spin-off The Romance Retreat

Tesco Pay at Pump customers fuming after £120 automatic charge £120

Artificial sweetener found in fizzy diet drinks ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’, study finds
Artificial sweetener found in fizzy diet drinks ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’, study finds

Artificial sweetener ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’

Rise and Fall Channel 4 - how to watch Gregg James game show from the team behind The Traitors
Rise and Fall Channel 4 - how to watch Gregg James game show from the team behind The Traitors

Greg James’ game show Rise and Fall on Channel 4 - how to watch

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued advice on how to spot a scam
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued advice on how to spot a scam

7 scams to look out for ahead of new financial year - what to do

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced 30 hours of free childcare for one and two year olds
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced 30 hours of free childcare for one and two year olds

Budget 2023: Free childcare for under 5s explained

Ahead of Mothers Day, an expert has explained the reasons behind bizarre pregnancy cravings and why women crave them
Ahead of Mothers Day, an expert has explained the reasons behind bizarre pregnancy cravings and why women crave them

List of the most unusual pregnancy cravings & why women crave them

Reddit Down Detector: Thousands of users report issues with app after update
Reddit Down Detector: Thousands of users report issues with app after update

Reddit users frustrated after social media site goes down

2020 US Open champion Bryson DeChambeau is against the bid to roll back the ball at the top level in the men's game. Picture: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images.
2020 US Open champion Bryson DeChambeau is against the bid to roll back the ball at the top level in the men's game. Picture: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images.

Golf heading for another fall-out but let's cut out the insults

10 breeds of pampered dogs that owners spend the most amount of money on

Some dogs breeds are a perfect match for the more introverted owner.
Some dogs breeds are a perfect match for the more introverted owner.

10 breeds of adorable and sensitive dog perfect for introverts

Neurologist claims nitrous oxide is ‘more dangerous than cocaine’

Video game users have reported issues using games such as The Sims 4, powered by Electronic Arts (EA) software after a huge update
Video game users have reported issues using games such as The Sims 4, powered by Electronic Arts (EA) software after a huge update

The Sims fans left disappointed after update causes server issues

Mae Muller has been chosen to represent the UK at Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool (Photo: Getty Images For Bauer Media)
Mae Muller has been chosen to represent the UK at Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool (Photo: Getty Images For Bauer Media)

Eurovision 2023: List of singers, songs and participating countries

Data has revealed how many people are being prosecuted each week for failing to pay their BBC TV licence
Data has revealed how many people are being prosecuted each week for failing to pay their BBC TV licence

TV licence row as thousands prosecuted each week for failing to pay

Parliamentary reception for Change Mental Health on Tuesday, 21st February
Parliamentary reception for Change Mental Health on Tuesday, 21st February

We know change can help save lives - Nick Ward

Morrisons offering discounted afternoon tea for Mother’s Day

Paul O'Grady as Miss Hannigan in Annie PIC: Matt Crockett
Paul O'Grady as Miss Hannigan in Annie PIC: Matt Crockett

Paul O’Grady on Annie: ‘It's right for today, the way things are’

Rangers fans protest against managing director Stewart Robertson and director of football Ross Wilson during a recent match against Kilmarnock at Ibrox. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Rangers fans protest against managing director Stewart Robertson and director of football Ross Wilson during a recent match against Kilmarnock at Ibrox. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Rangers fans told to 'stop moaning' and appreciate 'how lucky you are'

Number of people seeking support from confidential helpline about online child s...

File photo dated 17/11/2022 of Jeremy Hunt who will set out a Spring Budget on March 15 2023, the Treasury has said. The Chancellor on Monday commissioned an Office for Budget Responsibility forecast, which will be presented alongside the budget. Issue date: Monday December 19, 2022.
File photo dated 17/11/2022 of Jeremy Hunt who will set out a Spring Budget on March 15 2023, the Treasury has said. The Chancellor on Monday commissioned an Office for Budget Responsibility forecast, which will be presented alongside the budget. Issue date: Monday December 19, 2022.

UK job vacancies fall for eighth time in a row

US President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak participate in a bilateral meeting during the AUKUS summit on March 13, 2023 in San Diego, California. President Biden hosts British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in San Diego for an AUKUS meeting to discuss the procurement of nuclear-powered submarines under a pact between the three nations. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)
US President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak participate in a bilateral meeting during the AUKUS summit on March 13, 2023 in San Diego, California. President Biden hosts British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in San Diego for an AUKUS meeting to discuss the procurement of nuclear-powered submarines under a pact between the three nations. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Joe Biden to visit NI for 25th anniversary of Belfast Agreement

Owner Kim Hughes was left “mortified” when she watched back the footage and saw the hooded man walking off with the box filled with letters to dead relatives.
Owner Kim Hughes was left “mortified” when she watched back the footage and saw the hooded man walking off with the box filled with letters to dead relatives.

Thief who stole ‘postbox to heaven’ from funeral parlour returns it

West End star Ruthie Henshall to appear in Coronation Street

A new trend doing the rounds on Tiktok claims to improve your sleep by listening to ‘colour noise’
A new trend doing the rounds on Tiktok claims to improve your sleep by listening to ‘colour noise’

What is Tiktok’s colour noise trend & how it can improve your sleep

Dr Patel, Cosmetic Dentist and Founder of Marylebone Smile Clinic. He issued a stark warning over ‘Turkey teeth’ after treating a woman left TOOTHLESS after a botched dental procedure abroad.
Dr Patel, Cosmetic Dentist and Founder of Marylebone Smile Clinic. He issued a stark warning over ‘Turkey teeth’ after treating a woman left TOOTHLESS after a botched dental procedure abroad.

Dentist’s ‘Turkey teeth’ warning after patient came back toothless

Millions of people around the world will celebrate Commonwealth Day
Millions of people around the world will celebrate Commonwealth Day

What is Commonwealth Day and why is it celebrated around the world?

Simple food prep rules can cut the risk to you and your loved ones
Simple food prep rules can cut the risk to you and your loved ones

Ad Feature New kitchen food prep campaign launched in Scotland

Cheltenham Festival 2022 starts on Tuesday, March 12 - Credit: Getty Images
Cheltenham Festival 2022 starts on Tuesday, March 12 - Credit: Getty Images

How to watch Cheltenham Races 2023 for free - TV channel & live stream

A bucket collects water leaking from the ceiling as rain from a winter storm falls on the not so red carpet arrivals area, ahead of the 95th Academy Awards, in Hollywood, California, on March 10, 2023.
A bucket collects water leaking from the ceiling as rain from a winter storm falls on the not so red carpet arrivals area, ahead of the 95th Academy Awards, in Hollywood, California, on March 10, 2023.

Why Oscars red carpet isn’t red this year

Lews Castle, Stornoway, where the giant poppy sculpture will be place to mark the island's links to the 19th Century opium trade in the Far East. PIC: Contibuted.
Lews Castle, Stornoway, where the giant poppy sculpture will be place to mark the island's links to the 19th Century opium trade in the Far East. PIC: Contibuted.

Giant poppy sculpture to mark Scottish island's link with opium trade

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SNP candidate Ash Regan. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
SNP candidate Ash Regan. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

SNP considering allowing members to change vote amid leadership transparency row

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. Picture: PA
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. Picture: PA

SNP is not in a mess, insists Nicola Sturgeon

A Somali woman and child wait to be given a spot to settle at a camp for displaced people on the outskirts of Dollow in Somalia during the longest drought in the country's history, estimated to have killed 43,000 people
A Somali woman and child wait to be given a spot to settle at a camp for displaced people on the outskirts of Dollow in Somalia during the longest drought in the country's history, estimated to have killed 43,000 people

Climate change: IPCC report is ‘survival guide for humanity’