SNP returns for a fifth term but lacks overall majority as Reform UK and Greens make gains
John Swinney’s party returned to power but without an overall majority, as Reform UK surged and the Greens recorded historic constituency wins
US and Iran trade strikes as Trump warns of harsher action if deal is not signed
A dramatic exchange in the Strait of Hormuz saw US forces intercept missile, drone and small-boat attacks and respond with strikes, as President Trump ratcheted up rhetoric and mediators work to salvage a deal
London councils and mayors election: can Labour hold off the Greens and Reform UK
Millions in London are voting in a pivotal set of local contests that could dent Labour’s standing while boosting the Greens, Reform UK and Lib Dems
Nottingham Forest hold off Aston Villa after Martinez save and Wood penalty
A dramatic semi-final first leg at the City Ground finished 1-0 to Nottingham Forest after a spectacular save by Emiliano Martinez was followed by a VAR-awarded penalty converted by Chris Wood
UK Special Areas of Conservation: network data and protections
An accessible guide to the UK network of Special Areas of Conservation, the legal framework behind them and where to find authoritative data
Benoit Rousseau death: remembering the man behind many French Canadian dubs
A veteran of Quebec dubbing, Benoit Rousseau built a decades-long career lending his voice to major films and series
Police search after reported stabbing near Milford Haven youth centre
Police attended Milford Haven Youth Centre after a call about people carrying knives and an alleged stabbing; searches found no weapons, no injuries and no arrests
Freehold Upper Largo Hotel near St Andrews with restaurant, function suite and hygge tent
Explore a turnkey 17th century coaching inn in Upper Largo with bar, restaurant, function rooms and seasonal hygge tent — ideal for an owner operator or investor
US boards Iran-linked tanker as ceasefire deadline approaches
US forces boarded a sanctioned tanker and negotiators prepare for possible talks in Islamabad — the ceasefire faces a critical test.
AB Foods announces plan to spin off Primark and form separate food business
AB Foods will spin off Primark into a separately listed company and retain a standalone food group to sharpen focus and improve investor clarity
How the food standards agency classifies and escalates food incidents
Learn how detection, classification and escalation work together to manage food and feed incidents effectively
Family feud over £600,000 estate as brother says he cared for his parents
A son who returned to care for his parents says the family home was promised to him, but relatives are contesting a £600,000 will
How Manchester City closed the gap on Arsenal in the Premier League title race
Manchester City’s Etihad win tightened the title fight with Arsenal, with tactical tweaks, leadership moments and a crucial game in hand reshaping the outlook
Open national soil map and LandIS portal strengthen land use decisions in England and Wales
Defra and Cranfield University have opened the comprehensive LandIS soils archive and published a new Predictive ALC map, giving researchers, planners and land managers unrestricted access to crucial data
UrC saturday preview: Stormers vs Connacht betting shift and low-scoring forecast
A concise breakdown of the Stormers v Connacht odds movement, tactical context and the under 51.5 selection
How Rory McIlroy uses Whoop data and disciplined habits to extend his career
A closer look at Rory McIlroy’s Whoop data, his pre-round rituals, nightly recovery habits and the investments that have grown alongside his career
What to do when your dog shows signs of GDV and bloat
A practising vet explains why GDV must not be ignored and how quick action, diagnosis and preventive steps can save a dog’s life
Fatal incident at Clapham Junction halts trains to and from London Waterloo
An emergency response to a fatality near Clapham Junction caused delays and cancellations to South Western Railway services to London Waterloo; emergency teams cleared the scene and normal running resumed
Hearts hold top spot as Shankland penalty and late Kabore strike seal 3-1 win
Hearts strengthened their position after a 3-1 victory at Tynecastle; Lawrence Shankland reveals why he knew a VAR penalty would be given and how mental work keeps him ready