The ballot by the EIS union over what it calls "damaging and dangerous" cuts will run until 1 October.

Glasgow teachers in strike vote over job cuts

Despite its infamous seven hills (it doesn’t matter which way you turn, you’ll always be going uphill), Edinburgh is a very walkable city. Scotland’s capital city is by no means its biggest, but and its metropolitan feel – so many characterful neighborhoods, busy streets and things to do – and compact size mean you can take a short stroll and get a sense of its diversity and vibrancy within minutes.

Local strolls: Explore Edinburgh on foot

Councillors in Edinburgh have voted for the introduction of a tourist tax aimed at raising up to £50m a year. The city will become the first in Scotland to charge a transient visitor levy (TVL) on stays, with profits used to fund improvements to the capital. The charge, which...

Edinburgh backs introduction of new 'tourist tax'

The Guardian

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical concepts

Readers reply: Which is the most interesting road in the UK?

A scheme providing free iPads and laptops to people who are "digitally excluded" will be suspended to help fund council pay deals. In a letter seen by BBC Scotland News, Finance Secretary Shona Robison said £10m would be saved by pausing funding for Connecting Scotland's digital devices programme in 2024/25.

Free iPad scheme suspended to fund Scottish council pay deals

The motorcyclist, a man in his 60s and from Chiseldon, died at the scene.

Motorcyclist dies in crash on country road

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Chris Koppany, 18, was last seen at a beach near Binstead on Thursday.

Body found in search for missing teenager

Four more people are arrested over the deaths of a mother and her children at a house in Bradford.

Four more arrested over fatal house fire

The Independent

 Pensioners across the country are facing a bleak winter, as Ofgem increased its price cap meaning average household bills could rise by £149 from October. For the older generation, this financial blow follows Rachel Reeves’ decision to means test the winter fuel payment for pensioners in order to tackle a £22bn “black hole” in this year’s budget. The loss of this payment, worth between £100 and £300, means that a number of society’s most vulnerable are facing the prospect of choosing between food and heating.Philip Mulholland, from Mansfield, is dependent on keeping his council bungalow well-heated due to his...

‘A bad winter would finish me off’: The pensioners facing fuel poverty

Businesses in Belgrave say they will try to find money to fund a restored event in 2025.

Diwali switch-on cancellation 'a huge blow' - MP

There is an increased police presence in the area while officers investigate.

Man 'performs inappropriate act' in front of children

The man was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition, police said.

Man, 21, found stabbed near city centre shops

Warning, this article contains distressing details. Two kittens have died after their necks were broken and their skulls damaged, an animal welfare charity has said. The RSPCA said the animals were found dead with injuries “consistent with being thrown against a wall” in Seven Stars Road in Leyland, Lancashire on Tuesday morning.

Appeal over death of kittens found in street

The four - including a teenager - found in Bridgwater, Somerset, face sentencing in November.

Gang guilty of supplying cocaine and heroin

A 61-year-old man has been arrested after 132 cannabis plants were found during a raid on a house. Police searched the property on Eastwood Drive in Donnington, Telford, on Tuesday after concerns were raised by members of the community. The man was arrested at the property on suspicion of the...

Man, 61, arrested after cannabis plants seized

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man fell from a fourth floor balcony in Salford.Officers were called to reports that a man had fallen from a balcony at Black Friar Court at 8.42pm on Sunday, Greater Manchester Police said.Despite efforts from emergency services, the 57-year-old man was pronounced dead at hospital, the force added.Police have arrested a man, 37, and a woman, 40, on suspicion of murder. Both remain in custody for questioning.Enquiries are ongoing, the force said, as they appealed to anyone with information to come forward.Detective inspector David Ogden of Greater Manchester Police...

Man and woman arrested on suspicion of murder after 57-year-old falls to death from Salford balcony

Police say her death is not being treated as suspicious.

Police identify woman found dead following appeal

A couple were married in Jersey Hospice’s garden hours before the husband died. David and Alison Bothwell had a ceremony on 15 August with family, friends and staff in attendance. Mrs Bothwell said it was "absolutely wonderful" and the "perfect ending for his life". She has praised hospice staff...

Couple marry at hospice hours before husband dies

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

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Edinburgh first Scottish council to pass fireworks ban

A temporary ban will come into force for 10 days around Bonfire Night in November to counter...

Edinburgh first Scottish council to pass fireworks ban

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