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City streets and country routes were awash with tartan as thousands of kiltwalkers strode out in events which have raised more than £2.5 million for charity. More than 14,100 people took part in three different walks to raise funds for 900 Scottish charities on Sunday. Sir Tom Hunter and Judy Murray were at the start of the “Mighty Stride” at Glasgow Green to wave off 7,500 people who walked the […]

The Blades suffered a 5-1 defeat at Newcastle United, which confirmed their fate Sheffield United were relegated from the Premier League after surrendering an early lead to suffer a 5-1 thrashing at Newcastle. Anel Ahmedhodzic’s fifth-minute opener at St James’ Park gave the beleaguered Blades hope of earning a stay of execution. But Alexander Isak’s second-half brace, plus finishes from Bruno Guimaraes and Callum Wilson either side of a Ben Osborn own […]

ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar is “receiving medical care” after he became “unwell” live on-air, ITV has confirmed. Omaar, the ITV News International Affairs Editor, was presenting the News At Ten programme on Friday when he appeared to struggle to read the news bulletins – sparking concern online. “We are aware that viewers are concerned about Rageh Omaar’s wellbeing,” an ITV News spokesperson said. “Rageh became unwell while presenting News […]

The news presenter was taken to hospital after becoming 'unwell' live on-air on Friday night ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar has thanked everyone for their “kindness and good wishes” as he recovers at home after being treated in hospital. Omaar, the ITV News international affairs editor, was presenting the News At Ten programme on Friday when he appeared to struggle to read the news bulletins – sparking concern online. Following the broadcast, […]

Humza Yousaf has said it would be a “poor choice” for the Scottish Greens to back the motion of no confidence in him, after writing to the leaders of Scotland’s political parties to seek “common ground”. It comes as the Alba Party, whose sole MSP Ash Regan could hold a vote crucial to Mr Yousaf’s future, were holding an emergency meeting to discuss the way forward. The First Minister is […]

The King is said to be “greatly encouraged” The King is said to be “greatly encouraged” at returning to public facing royal duties following the positive effect of his cancer treatment. Charles has been receiving care as an outpatient since early February, and the announcement will be a boost for the monarchy coming to terms with King and the Princess of Wales as cancer patients. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: “His Majesty is greatly encouraged to […]

The world’s first personalised mRNA cancer jab for melanoma is being tested in British patients. The “gamechanger” jab, which offers hope of a cure, is custom-built for each person in just a few weeks. It works by telling the body to hunt down cancer cells and prevent the deadly disease from coming back. A stage 2 trial of the jab, involving pharma firms Moderna and MSD, found it dramatically reduced the risk of the cancer returning […]

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has urged his players to remain focused after the 4-0 thrashing of Brighton. City moved a point behind Premier League leaders Arsenal and leapfrogged Jurgen Klopp’s side into second spot thanks to Phil Foden’s double and goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Julian Alvarez. A thumping south-coast success came 24 hours after Liverpool lost further ground in the title race by suffering a 2-0 loss […]

The general manager of Manchester’s Co-op live arena has quit after a delayed opening Co-op Live Arena confirmed to the BBC that Gary Roden had resigned, with the blow coming days after Bolton comedian Peter Kay’s opening shows at the 23,500-seat venue were cancelled. The £365 million arena was not ready in time. Mr Roden resigned shortly after his comments to the BBC— in which he claimed grassroots music venues […]