Swinney: Scotland needs immigration for workforce
First Minister John Swinney mounts a robust defence of migration's economic benefits as support for Reform UK grows ahead of May's Holyrood election. Read his full argument.
First Minister John Swinney mounts a robust defence of migration's economic benefits as support for Reform UK grows ahead of May's Holyrood election. Read his full argument.
Austria confirms the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna will proceed as planned, despite a financial impact from a four-country boycott over Israel's participation. Key details inside.
German parliament passes law to screen all 18-year-old men for military suitability, sparking nationwide school strikes. Defence minister warns conscription could follow if recruitment fails.
A key US advisory panel, now stacked with vaccine sceptics, votes on whether to alter the decades-old recommendation that newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth.
Tasmania's landmark £1.13bn AFL stadium is poised for approval in a critical parliamentary vote, paving the way for the state's historic entry into the national league. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a Labour rebellion as rural MPs defy the government over the controversial 'family farms tax' on estates worth over £1m. Read the full story.
Presenter Vogue Williams is the third campmate evicted from I'm A Celebrity 2025 after a tense public vote. She described feeling 'relieved but emotional' after her exit. Read the full story.
First Minister John Swinney commits to no new income tax rates or bands in Scotland's next budget. Discover the political fallout and what it means for taxpayers.
Late-night hosts Seth Meyers, Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert react as Congress forces Trump to release Jeffrey Epstein documents. Discover what the files may reveal.
The US House of Representatives overwhelmingly approves release of Jeffrey Epstein documents as prominent figures scramble to distance themselves from the convicted sex offender.
US Senate unanimously approves legislation forcing release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files following near-unanimous House vote. Bipartisan effort moves forward despite Trump's previous resistance.
US House votes 427-1 to release all Jeffrey Epstein files. Discover why Republican Clay Higgins was the sole dissenter and what happens next.
The Jeffrey Epstein files could be publicly released before year's end after a decisive US House vote. Discover the key details, political implications, and what happens next in this unfolding story.
The US Senate has unanimously approved legislation forcing the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, following overwhelming House support. Discover the key developments and political implications.
The US Congress has passed a bill forcing the Justice Department to release all its Jeffrey Epstein files within 30 days. Discover the key details and political implications.
The US House passed a bill forcing disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files. Discover how representatives voted and what this means for transparency.
The US House has overwhelmingly passed a bill forcing the release of all Jeffrey Epstein files. Only one representative voted against. Discover what happens next.
SNP minister Mairi Gougeon condemns UK government's £28m fishing allocation for Scotland as 'unacceptable insult'. Holyrood to vote on demanding fair share.
The Republican-controlled House votes on releasing Jeffrey Epstein investigative files amid political pressure. Follow live updates on this developing scandal.
The House votes today on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. Discover the timeline, key figures involved, and what the potential disclosure means. Follow the latest developments.
The US House votes to release Jeffrey Epstein files after Trump's U-turn. Discover what happens next in this explosive political battle for transparency.
US House to vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files after President Trump drops opposition. The dramatic reversal follows pressure from both parties and victims' advocates.
Donald Trump reverses position and supports releasing Jeffrey Epstein files as House prepares vote. Plus: Palestinian detainee deaths surge and Chile's presidential race heats up.
Far-right candidate José Antonio Kast is favourite to become Chile's next president after first-round vote. Discover the Trump-inspired policies shaping this pivotal election.
Chileans cast ballots in presidential election where crime and immigration dominate debate. First round results expected overnight with potential December runoff.
Donald Trump escalates pressure campaign on congressional Republicans to oppose full release of Jeffrey Epstein files ahead of crucial House vote. Key Republicans defy White House lobbying.
Donald Trump confronts potential congressional vote on Jeffrey Epstein documents while multiple ACT schools close due to asbestos fears in coloured sand. Read the latest developments.
Donald Trump confronts a damaging congressional vote to release Jeffrey Epstein files after failing to pressure Republican allies. Discover the unfolding political drama.
Major League Soccer owners have approved a historic shift to a fall-spring schedule aligning with European football. Discover how this change will transform the North American game.
Donald Trump confronts a damaging House vote to release Jeffrey Epstein files after failing to persuade Republican congresswomen to withdraw their support. Discover the political fallout.