Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low
The Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar on Sunday, prompting shopkeepers in Tehran to stage protests, which have quickly spread. Read More
A decade on from Wales’ nuclear turbines falling silent
Locals say job losses, stagnant investment and a recovering economy have defined the past decade. Read More
Boss of Everyman cinema chain departs weeks after profit warning
The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts. Read More
Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC
Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout. Read More
Swedish workers trial ‘friendship hour’ to combat loneliness
The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends. Read More
HS2 goal to be running by 2033 ‘cannot be met’
HS2 CEO Mark Wild advises the government that the 2029/2033 opening schedule is not achievable. Read More
Why are young people leaving to work abroad?
Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas. Read More
Earliest coin minted in Scotland saved for the nation after 900 years
The medieval David I silver coin, discovered in a wooded area in Midlothian, has been dated to the second half of the 1130s. Read More
Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sales traffic
Figures suggest the surge in post-Christmas shoppers was the strongest in a decade. Read More
Will ‘guest beer’ rules support small Scottish breweries ?
New rules mean that tenant pubs owned by bigger breweries can now sell a guest beer made by a small independent producer. Read More