John Swinney said it was an “extraordinary privilege” to become Scotland’s new first minister as he pledged to “give everything I have” to the role. He spoke out after winning a vote at Holyrood that ...

The Duke of Sussex “hopes” to see his father “soon” after the King’s “full programme” meant a reunion was not possible during Harry’s UK trip to celebrate his Invictus Games.

Jeremy Hunt has accused Labour of frightening pensioners with fake news stories about the proposed abolishment of national insurance. In the spring Budget, the Chancellor announced a 2p cut in ...

The UK, US and Australia have sanctioned the Russian leader of one of the world’s most prolific ransomware groups, LockBit.

Apple has unveiled a new range of iPads in what the company’s boss Tim Cook called the “biggest day for iPad since its introduction”. The US tech giant announced two new versions of its top-end iPad ...

Ireland’s Eurovision Song Contest entry Bambie Thug has improved their odds to win the competition in Sweden. The Cork-born singer, who uses they/them pronouns, is competing in the semi-final on ...

The Duke of Sussex has been the driving force behind the tournament he launched to support military veterans in 2014.

Britain is set to bask in some warmer weather after the bank holiday washout – with temperatures expected to hit highs of 25C this weekend. Forecasters say temperatures will continue to build in ...

The National Union of Students has reached a settlement with its former president who was sacked after an investigation into allegations of antisemitism.

Co-op Live has announced it will host a Travis Scott gig amid ongoing issues which have seen the new music venue postpone its opening multiple times. On its social media, the Manchester-based arena, ...

Labour’s newest MP has taken his seat in the House of Commons, after the party won the Blackpool South by-election. Chris Webb swore an oath to the King, something all MPs are required to do, as the ...