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AWS Outage Causes Global Internet Disruption

A major AWS outage crippled countless websites and services worldwide, revealing our deep dependence on Amazon's cloud infrastructure. Here's the full breakdown of the incident.

UK's Worst Bin Collections Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals the UK councils with the worst bin collection records as residents face overflowing waste and missed collections.

Major AWS Outage Hits UK Businesses and Websites

A significant AWS outage has caused widespread disruption across the UK, affecting major websites, streaming services, and business operations. Downdetector reports massive spike in error reports.

Murray blasts SNP's 'divisive' independence focus

New Scottish Secretary Ian Murray launches blistering attack on SNP's independence agenda, vowing to make devolution work and prioritise public services over constitutional battles.

Scottish workers pay highest taxes in UK

Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's progressive tax system is penalising ambition and creating the highest tax rates in Britain, with middle-earners facing unprecedented financial pressure.

Swinney's Indyref2 Plan: Empty Rhetoric Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Government's independence plan is in disarray, with even First Minister John Swinney appearing directionless on the path to Indyref2 amid growing internal confusion.

Three dead in devastating Dumfries A75 crash

Emergency services rushed to fatal three-vehicle collision on A75 near Dumfries as police launch major investigation into devastating road tragedy that left community in mourning.

Trans people risk exclusion from UK public spaces

A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.

Swinney: SNP Must Become 'One Scotland Party'

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney makes bold commitment to transform SNP into more inclusive political movement, reaching beyond traditional nationalist base to unite the country.

Lloyds Bank cuts 1,600 jobs in restructuring

Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to slash 1,600 jobs while creating 830 new roles in strategic restructuring. The changes affect multiple locations including Bristol and Edinburgh as the bank accelerates its digital transformation.

SNP wealth tax plans create confusion in Scotland

Exclusive analysis reveals the SNP's controversial wealth tax proposals are creating widespread confusion and concern across Scotland, with experts warning of economic consequences and implementation challenges.

John Swinney accused of being 'out of touch' on priorities

Scottish First Minister John Swinney faces mounting criticism for focusing on independence while Scotland grapples with NHS waiting lists, education gaps and economic challenges, with opponents branding his approach 'detached from reality'.

The False Economy of Public Service Cuts

New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.

SNP Unveils Holyrood 2026 Strategy at Conference

The Scottish National Party charts its course for the 2026 Holyrood elections, focusing on independence messaging and policy renewal amid internal debates and leadership challenges.

Gas leak evacuation in Darwen town centre

Major gas leak sparks large-scale evacuation in Darwen town centre with multiple emergency services responding to the dangerous incident on Railway Road.

Melbourne Metro Tunnel: Big Switch Date Revealed

Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project enters its final phase with the 'Big Switch' approaching. Discover when new train services will begin and how this £12.7bn project will revolutionise city transport.

Britain's asylum capital at breaking point

An exclusive investigation reveals how one of Britain's most liberal cities is buckling under unprecedented strain as asylum seeker numbers spiral out of control, testing public services and community cohesion to their limits.

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