New driving laws and road rules coming into effect in December 2024
December has finally rolled around, and it brings with it some big changes when it comes to driving laws and the rules of the road – including mileage rates for…
Health board resolves ‘critical incident’ caused by over-capacity hospitals
A health board has resolved a “board level critical incident” in which a number of patients had to be diverted to other hospitals because of capacity issues. NHS Grampian announced…
Canada Post union files unfair complaint over layoffs amid strike
The union representing Canada Post workers has filed an unfair labour practice complaint with the Canada Industrial Relations Board over the layoffs of striking employees. The Canadian Union of Postal…
ITV Loose Women star pulls out of upcoming show due to ‘ill health’
Denise Welch has withdrawn from her role in an upcoming pantomime amid ongoing concerns for her health. The 66-year-old Loose Women panellist was set to star in a Christmas rendition…
Ireland v Australia: Joe Schmidt returns to the Aviva as Andy Farrell looks to bow out before Lions break with win
Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt is back in Dublin as his Australia side look to spoil Andy Farrell’s farewell before his Lions sojourn. Kick-off at Lansdowne Road is 3.10pm and you…
Breaking one bad habit could cure your spots and breakouts this winter
An expert has revealed a surprising factor that could be causing an increase in spots and breakouts during the colder months, and it’s linked to your sleep patterns. Many people…
Trudeau flies to Florida to meet Trump after Canada tariffs threat
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to have dinner with US President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago club after Mr Trump threatened to impose sweeping tariffs…
‘I’m an NHS GP – you can improve sleep by eating these six festive foods’
Dr Tim Mercer, an NHS GP Partner and GP Trainer, has shared six Christmas dinner staples that could “help you get a better night’s sleep”. The doctor took to TikTok…
Swinney and Brown at memorial service for ‘giant of a man’ Alex Salmond
Former prime minister Gordon Brown and Scottish First Minister John Swinney were among those who remembered a “giant of a man” during a memorial service for Alex Salmond. Tributes were…
Man jailed for posting ‘revenge porn’ after discovering he was not baby’s father
A man who committed ‘revenge porn’ offences against his ex after finding out he was not the father of a child has been jailed.