UK
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York Christmas tree growers win contest to supply London landmark
A York Christmas tree grower will supply the tree for No. 10 Downing Street after winning a national award.
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Thames Water asks for £2.4bn more to avoid going bust this year or early 2027
Water company tells creditors it will not survive long enough to agree refinancing deal without more money
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MPs are under more threat than ever, says Farage, five years after Amess murder
Nigel Farage has said on the fifth anniversary of the murder of Sir David Amess that MPs are “under more threat than they’ve ever been”.
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Inside Durham's 'most haunted' pub where ghostly footsteps echo through the night
Step inside Durham's most haunted pub as we explore the chilling history, ghost stories and centuries-old secrets of The Shakespeare Tavern.
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Acer Swift Spin 14 AI is one of the best laptops I've used for years - just a shame about the price
The Acer Swift Spin 14 AI is a good looking laptop with a surprising amount of power and battery life. It’s also got AI, a 360-degree hinge, and a price tag to match.
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Nandy 'minded to intervene' in Sky's £1.6bn takeover of ITV entertainment arm
The culture secretary says the deal could affect free expression in the media and the variety of Britain's news landscape.
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Three Scottish farms chosen to test climate-resilient farming methods
Three Scottish farms join Loch Lomond & The Trossachs’ Resilient Farm Network, testing regenerative farming and climate resilience from 2026-2030.
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Emotional TV plea for cancer research leads to meeting with PM
Scottish athlete, Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumours two years ago, met Andy Burnham after an appeal for more investment into brain cancer research.
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A bright spot in an uncertain outlook for Aberdeen
As attention turns to Aberdeen for the SNP conference, new analysis suggests the city's office market is enjoying its strongest run in years.
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FTSE 100 leads Europe higher as bond markets calm
In London, the FTSE 100 index ended up 115.49 points, 1.1%, at 10,840.35.
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UK bookstores scramble as Sally Rooney's novels are withdrawn because she supports Palestine Action
Irish novelist Sally Rooney's books are no longer sold in the U.K. because she supports Palestine Action, a group banned as a terrorist organization
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Photo exhibition in Edinburgh tells story of fierce Ukraine war battle
A photo exhibition telling the story of the defence of a town in Ukraine has been installed in Edinburgh
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Historic Bradford city centre building to go under the hammer again this month
The Wool Exchange is set to be sold at auction, with a guide price of £1.8 million to £1.9 million.
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The tax rises and cuts to expect from the Budget
The chancellor is preparing to deliver his first Budget on October 28
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Will Trump’s economy sink Republicans in the US midterm elections? Our reporters take your questions live
The high cost of living has Americans angrier than ever. Guardian reporters answer your questions about the economy before voters head to the polls
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Meghan makes first official public appearance since moving back to UK
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are taking part in a series of events linked to their charitable work in Nottingham.
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Scotland could crackdown on e-bikes and balaclavas amid crime fears
Scotland considers balaclava exclusion zones as Neil Gray backs action on masked gangs, e-bike crime and calls for off-road vehicle licensing schemes.
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After two weeks using the ROG Xbox Ally X20 I respect it despite its giant price tag
How much are an OLED screen, TMR sticks, and a fresh aesthetic worth to you?
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York Christmas tree growers win contest to supply London landmark
A York Christmas tree grower will supply the tree for No. 10 Downing Street after winning a national award.
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Myprotein owner says profits ‘exceeding expectations’ amid falling whey prices
Whey protein was originally a by-product in cheesemaking
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Nandy 'minded to intervene' in Sky's proposed £1.6bn takeover of ITV
She is pondering concerns about the impact of the deal on free expression of opinion in news media
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Corgi's £230 Christmas gift could help bring legendary WWII plane back to life
Just 1,000 models are being produced in the initial run, with proceeds helping an ambitious project to get Britain's legendary 'Wooden Wonder' flying again.
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How many Eritreans visit UK as Shabana Mahmood issues visa ban threat
The home secretary said the east African country has ‘refused’ to accept the return of its criminals
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How to watch KATSEYE: Wild Hearts online from anywhere – stream the popumentary from anywhere
EYEKONS assemble! Learn more about the rise of the incredible girl group with this documentary
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Shortlist announced for Scottish Album of the Year - here's who made the cut
The shortlist has been announced for the Scottish Album of the Year Award, including the comeback album by Boards of Canada
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Sheffield Council at risk of collapse over Labour Zionism ultimatum to Greens
Sheffield City Council is at risk of falling apart after the Labour Party ordered its local branches to end any power-sharing arrangements with the Greens, unless local councillors disavowed the controversial Zionism is racism motion.
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Major padel complex gets go-ahead again after plans scaled back from nine courts
A planned padel complex in Washington has been given the go-ahead for a second time after developers scaled back the scheme from nine courts to seven.
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SNP MP warns Aberdeen could be 'decimated' ahead of North Sea conference clash
Kirsty Blackman warns Aberdeen could be "decimated" without a better energy transition as she pressures the SNP and UK Government over the North Sea.
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LinkedIn will now let you charge to share your expertise — and build stronger business relationships
LinkedIn want you to manage your connections better
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Firm owned by Lord Willie Haughey unveils rise in turnover to £1.27bn
A Scottish company founded by high-profile businessman has reported a rise in turnover to £1.27 billion.
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Doctors struck off after helping graduates cheat on medical exams
Statements from former students reveal they knew the exam ‘word by word’ and were ‘spoon-fed’ the answers
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'I nearly died but liver transplant is giving me chance to take life by the horns'
Laura Reid speaks to three remarkable individuals from North Yorkshire who have recently been recognised for their contribution to local communities.
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Culture Secretary may intervene following £1.6 billion Sky and ITV deal
Lisa Nandy is considering intervention on the basis of a new public interest consideration to maintain a wide range of broadcasting.
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Half a million UK workers to get pay boost worth over £1,000
Ikea and Uniqlo are two of the companies who pay the real Living Wage
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Mamdani tells Liverpool fan Man City ‘shouldn’t be in league’ after loss
Zohran Mamdani told a Liverpool fan that Manchester City “shouldn’t even be in the league” after the Reds lost 3-0 over the weekend. The mayor of New York City, an avid Arsenal fan, aimed a dig at a Liverpool-supporting reporter during a press conference on Wednesday (14 October). Greeting the journalist, he said: “How’s it going, how are you as a Liverpool fan right now? “You got beat by a team that shouldn’t even be in the league, but anyway.” It comes after City defended their post-match celebrations following their victory at Anfield, which was their first match since an independent commission found them guilty of 114 breaches of Premier League financial rules, involving more than £900m in disguised funding.
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Harry and Meghan return to the UK spotlight, in photos
Prince Harry and Meghan make their first joint public appearances in England in six years since stepping back from royal duties. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
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Heathrow boss calls for Burnham to get behind third runway scheme
Thomas Woldbye warned that investment could be lost overseas unless there is certainty over the expansion plan.
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Why are people living on benefits going unchecked? - Jayne Dowle
Welcome to the great benefits swindle, a world where two million people living on benefits go unchecked, with the authorities having no idea whether they’re seeking work, still suffering from qualifying health conditions, or sitting on the sofa all day playing on their phones.
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Workers celebrate Real Living Wage UK rise to £27k a year for full time workers
Nearly 500,000 workers set for £1,250 pay rise as new Living Wage rates revealed - with full time workers in London getting more than £32,000 a year.
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Russia and China are using AI to stage relentless cyberattacks against the UK
AI is increasing the speed of attacks against infrastructure in the UK but also being used to help defend against it
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Poland’s ascent from communist state to top 20 economy reverses the brain drain
In the final part of our series on the country, Poles tell how wages have soared – along with the cost of living
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450 jobs at risk from potential closure of gas storage facility
Fears are growing over the possible closure of a major gas storage facility off the East Yorkshire coast.
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All the new driving licence rules introduced in October
The changes come after the government announced in January that learner drivers in England and Wales could face a wait of six months between sitting their theory and practical tests
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Delight as Skipton Woolly Sheep trail named a finalist in national BID awards
A town centre trail has earned national recognition.
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Airport fee 'rip-offs' to be reviewed after ministers raise price changes
The average drop-off cost had increased by a third to £7
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Healey says surprise UK growth is 'sign of resilience' ahead of Budget
The economy grew by 0.1% in August, defying analysts' expectations of a slight contraction.
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 15
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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Emerging artists to present musical showcase at major York festival
Aesthetica Film Festival’s New Music Stage returns to York Theatre Royal on November 7, featuring 10 emerging British and Irish artists, panels and masterclasses.
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Tesco opens 28,000 Christmas jobs across UK with no CV needed
Tesco is recruiting 28,000 temporary workers across the UK for Christmas, with pay starting at £13.28 an hour and no CV required.
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North East museum wins national award for accessibility at family attraction
Woodhorn Museum in Northumberland wins Best Accessible Museum at the 2026 Family Friendly Museum Awards, praised for inclusive facilities and family access.