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Canada Slaps 15% Tariff on US Goods in Pre-Trump Budget

Former BoE Governor Mark Carney unveils a defensive budget for Canada, introducing strategic tariffs and subsidies to shield the economy from potential aggressive US trade policies under a second Trump term.

Swinney accused of failing Jewish community over Gaza

Scottish First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism from Jewish leaders for his government's response to the Gaza conflict and handling of rising antisemitism, with calls for a more robust and empathetic approach.

Swinney Condemns Israel in Major Diplomatic Breach

Scottish First Minister John Swinney accuses Israel of 'unacceptable' oppression of Palestinians, marking a significant foreign policy divergence from the UK government and drawing sharp criticism from Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross.

Macron's ally threatens to collapse government over budget cuts

François Bayrou, a key centrist ally of President Macron, has issued a stark ultimatum to the French government, threatening to vote against the 2025 budget and potentially trigger a political crisis over controversial spending cuts. The move exposes deep

Green's Polanski Slams Farage's 'Politics of Division'

Exclusive: Green Party Deputy Leader Zack Polanski launches a blistering critique of Nigel Farage's Reform UK, accusing it of peddling division while warning Labour against reverting to 'austerity-lite' policies.

Mystery concrete block in Scottish woods for sale

A bizarre plot of 'remote land' in the Scottish Highlands, featuring nothing but a single concrete block in the middle of a dense forest, has appeared for sale online, baffling potential buyers and sparking a whirlwind of speculation online.

Humza Yousaf accused of believing he's 'above the law'

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf faces blistering criticism from political rivals who accuse him of acting as if 'the law is for other people' following his controversial comments about defying Westminster legislation.

John Swinney Elected as Scotland's First Minister

Veteran SNP politician John Swinney has been formally elected as Scotland's seventh First Minister by MSPs, vowing to seek 'common ground' and focus on the nation's pressing priorities.

Prabowo axes MP perks, sparking fury and protests

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto scraps lucrative perks for MPs, including tax-free car imports and subsidised housing, triggering mass protests and accusations of authoritarian overreach.

Rangers and Celtic Drab 0-0 Draw in Poor Old Firm Derby

A dire 0-0 draw between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox Stadium exposed the deep-rooted issues plaguing both Glasgow giants. The match, devoid of quality and clear chances, offers little comfort to under-pressure Rangers boss Russell Martin.

Pitlochry's Radical Feminist Reimagining of Robert Burns

Pitlochry Festival Theatre stages a triumphant feminist reworking of Robert Burns' work, flipping the script on the bard's famous 'Toast to the Lassies' in a vibrant, music-filled celebration of female voices.

SNP's £20M Handout to Gender Self-ID Supporters Sparks Fury

Exclusive investigation reveals the Scottish Government has awarded over £20 million to organisations actively campaigning for its contentious gender self-identification reforms, raising serious questions about the use of public funds for political lobbyi

Greater Manchester Police Placed into Special Measures

Greater Manchester Police has been placed into special measures after a damning HMICFRS report uncovered systemic failures in crime recording, victim support, and emergency response times, leaving the public at risk.

Scottish Fishermen Land Rare Pacific Bluefin Tuna

In an unprecedented event, Scottish fishermen have successfully landed a prized Pacific bluefin tuna off the coast of Scotland, a species typically found in warmer waters thousands of miles away, sparking excitement and scientific intrigue.

Scottish teachers reject pay offer, strike ballot looms

Scotland's largest teaching union, the SSTA, is preparing to ballot its members on industrial action after rejecting the Scottish Government's latest pay offer, raising the spectre of widespread school disruptions.

Holyrood Crisis: Patrick Harvie Faces No-Confidence Vote

Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie is facing a dramatic no-confidence vote at Holyrood after failing to meet a crucial deadline for updating Scotland's crumbling building standards, sparking a major political crisis for the SNP-Green government.

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