SNP Ministers are under pressure to release details of taxpayer-funded limo journeys taken by Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf amid the ongoing Neil Gray scandal. However, details of car journeys taken by the first minister are no longer made available to the public. READ MORE: Neil Gray shamed by SNP minister who took the train to honour war heroes... on same day as Limogate! Details of Mr Gray’s journeys first emerged last week and he was forced to give a ministerial statement at Holyrood earlier in the week. Mr Gray was recently criticised for trying to buy tickets for an Oasis concert online while attending a key Alzheimer’s event at the SNP conference.

November 16, 2024 20:16 UTC

Huntly’s Michael Clark and Michael Philipson of Banks o’ Dee would love to win the Evening Express Aberdeenshire Cup for clubs which mean so much to them. The 29-year-old is determined to try to end Huntly’s 17-year wait to win a trophy, while their last Aberdeenshire Cup triumph was back in 1999. I think it would be for anyone who went to school in Huntly, came through the youth in Huntly and has gone out in the pubs in Huntly most Saturdays for 10 years. However, Philipson admits initially getting a chance with Dee came as a surprise. Huntly 2-0 Deveronvale – September 11 1999The last of the Black and Golds’ seven Evening Express Aberdeenshire Cup successes came in Phil Bonnyman’s second spell as manager against Deveronvale in a final played at Christie Park.

November 16, 2024 18:01 UTC

With this in mind, The Times has come up with a list of the top 5 best beaches to visit for a winter walk. Best beaches in the UKIntroducing the list, the news outlet said: "There’s only one thing better than a bracing winter yomp — one done by the sea. "Our chief travel writer has criss-crossed the country to bring you the UK’s best beaches, and these are his top picks for the chilly winter months. "So put on your winter warmers, pack a flask and get ready to embrace the beauty in the bleak." Britain's best beaches for a winter walkThe best beaches in Britain for a winter walk, according to The Times, are:Holkham, NorfolkBamburgh, NorthumberlandChesil Beach, DorsetDungeness, KentMarloes Sands, PembrokeshireWhy Marloes Sands is among Britain's best beaches for a winter walkThe Times chief travel writer, Chris Haslam described Marloes Sands as "cinematic" and the perfect spot for a "dramatic day out whatever the weather".

November 16, 2024 17:33 UTC

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine must do all it can to ensure the war with Russia ends next year through diplomacy. Speaking in a radio interview aired on Saturday, the Ukrainian president conceded that the battlefield situation in eastern Ukraine was difficult and Russia was making advances

November 16, 2024 16:15 UTC

A church roof fundraiser, which allowed attendees to find out about the fast-paced world of the media from a pair of broadcasting heavyweights, raised more than £1,000. The Friends of Wortham Church hosted Martha Kearney, of BBC’s World at One and Woman’s Hour, and Chris Shaw, of Channel 4 News and ITN, as part of its St Mary’s Roof Appeal, which is hoping to raise £150,000. Chris Shaw and Martha Kearney interviewed each other as part of the fundraiser. Mrs Kearney added: “St Mary’s is dear to me and Chris and all our neighbours. Use the promo code KevinHurst to get an annual subscription for less than £25 - we really appreciate your support.

November 16, 2024 16:03 UTC





Mike Tyson was beaten by Jake Paul in their fight at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the former YouTuber winning the unanimous verdict by two scores of 79-73 and one of 80-72. Tyson, who has struggled with his mental and physical health since his heyday in the 1980s, looked a shadow of his former self as he fought for eight rounds wearing a knee brace. 'I didn't prove nothing to anybody, only to myself,' Tyson said after the fight. When asked about his injury, Tyson said: 'I can't use that for an excuse, if I did I wouldn't be in here.'

November 16, 2024 15:48 UTC

So it proved with British Airways’ planned return to Kuala Lumpur. British Airways is continuing with the Heathrow-Cape Town route – and is extracting plenty of cash over Easter. That is almost three times the price on British Airways for the same dates to and from Johannesburg, on which competition prevails. The type is now expected to enter service in 2026, which may coincide with happier times for the Trent 1000 engine and its unhappy owners. Our Trent 1000 Task Force has been working at pace to deliver these improvements, drawing on our world-class engineering and technology capability.

November 16, 2024 15:43 UTC

Being the Chatanooga NBC affiliate’s chief executive is an unusual move in that station general managers usually come up through the business side, as opposed to the news side, she says. Starnes, who still sends the occasional tip to the newsroom, …

November 16, 2024 15:04 UTC

Taylor Fritz won the first set 6-3 against Alexander Zverev, showcasing strong performance and capitalizing on Zverev's struggles. www.theguardian.comIn an electrifying ATP Finals semi-final on November 16, Taylor Fritz faced off against Alexander Zverev. Fast Answer: Taylor Fritz defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3 in the first set of their ATP Finals semi-final. Taylor Fritz Shines in ATP Finals Semi-Final Against ZverevWhat makes a tennis match truly unforgettable? In the first set, Taylor Fritz proved his mettle with a commanding performance against Alexander Zverev.

November 16, 2024 14:26 UTC

Katie Taylor remains the undisputed super lightweight champion of the world after she beat Amanda Serrano 95-94 on all three scorecards in a controversial bout. The evenly matched fighters went toe to toe for 10 rounds but Taylor was warned for excessive use of her head and in the eighth round she was deducted a point. After the fight in Dallas, Serrano said: 'She [Taylor] kept headbutting me but we knew that from the very beginning.' Taylor defended her tactics and called the fight, which was the main undercard contest to the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson bout, 'an absolute slugfest.'

November 16, 2024 14:16 UTC

YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul won an eight-round unanimous decision over Mike Tyson at the AT&T Stadium in Texas on Friday night. The 58-year-old former world heavyweight champion managed to win just two rounds on all three judges’ scorecards, losing by scores of 80-72 and two of 79-73. 'I wanted to give the fans a show, but I didn't want to hurt someone that didn't need to be hurt,' Paul said afterwards, and claimed Tyson's best punches 'didn't actually hurt'.

November 16, 2024 13:55 UTC

NEW DELHI: Passengers will now have to pay may more to check-in a second bag on Air India flights to and from Europe and the UK. AI has from October 17 introduced fare families where the lowest economy fare allows one check-in of 23 kg to these two places. Those who wish to check in two bags will need to opt for the higher economy fares, the difference starting at about Rs 4,000 (one-way). A leading Gulf carrier is cheaper by Rs 20,000 and is offering 35 kg baggage allowance. The idea was why should a person travelling with one check-in pay the same as someone doing so with two check-in bags.”

November 16, 2024 13:47 UTC

Because of this many opt to honeymoon somewhere in the UK, avoiding busy airports and the worry of cancelled flights. Why this Scottish location was named one of the best honeymoon spots in the UKWester Ross in the Scottish Highlands was named one of the best honeymoon spots in the UK by The Times. Recommended Reading:Beloved Christmas market in Scotland named one of the best in EuropeAward-winning Scottish hotel named one of the UK's top 'quaint and quirky' innsThis 'fairytale' forest in Scotland has been named the best in Britain"We were made to feel very welcome by the receptionist Camilla when we arrived and taken to our room which was spacious and the bed very comfortable." Another added: "Stunning hotel for our 30th wedding anniversary. Wester Ross was the only Scottish destination featured on the list, taking the seventh spot.

November 16, 2024 12:08 UTC

‘Afraid’ retailers have been asked to challenge shoplifters by the region’s police and crime commissioner. Matthew Barber addressed councillors at the Thames Valley Police and Crime Panel for Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire on Friday (November 8). Cllr Lubna Arshad enquired about a ‘dedicated hotline’ for retailers, adding: “At the moment, they are quite afraid because of the response times. “I'm really keen that we get that attendance right, but it needs to be attendance for the right things. Mr Barber has funded the free rollout of the app Disc to all retailers in Thames Valley in response to shoplifting.

November 16, 2024 12:03 UTC

The American Express Community Stadium, home of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club ( Getty Images )The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team. Last year they just about did enough to claim the title on goal difference ahead of Manchester City, while Arsenal will again hope to make it a three-horse race for the WSL title. Meanwhile Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham will hope to progress after further rebuilding this summer. Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game. Follow the live action below as Brighton & Hove Albion face West Ham United today in the WSL:

November 16, 2024 10:36 UTC