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MPs call on Government to recognise live comedy as distinct art form

The Culture Media and Sport (CMS) Committee claims the live comedy industry faces funding restrictions.

Evening Standard · Aug 5, 2025

Trump is like a medieval king, former UK ambassador to US says

Kim Darroch accused the US President of ‘turning the Oval Office into a reality set’ during an appearance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Evening Standard · Aug 5, 2025

In Pictures: UK and Ireland facing the wrath of Storm Floris

Transport was disrupted while pedestrians faced torrid conditions.

Evening Standard · Aug 4, 2025

Dame Emma Thompson to star in Sense And Sensibility sequel on Audible

The London-born actress starred in the 1995 film adaptation and won an Oscar for writing the screenplay.

Evening Standard · Jul 31, 2025

Brendan Rodgers eyes Celtic transfer boost ahead of weekend

Brendan Rodgers eyes transfer boost as Celtic prepare for Premiership opener.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 30, 2025

Anne meets Ukrainian band at Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo rehearsal

The Princess Royal watched teams perform their displays of military drill, music and dancing.

Evening Standard · Jul 30, 2025

Trump promoting Scotland a good thing regardless of politics, says Sarwar

US President Donald Trump has paid a four-day visit to Scotland.

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025

Donald Trump opens new golf course at Aberdeenshire resort

The US president teed off at the New Course in Menie.

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025

Trump didn’t push me to support new oil and gas drilling, Swinney says

The First Minister said the US President made his views clear during their dinner but did not press him to back new drilling.

Evening Standard · Jul 29, 2025

Trump suggests Sir Sean Connery helped get his golf resort plans ‘into line’

John Swinney said ‘due process’ was followed around the controversial application.

Evening Standard · Jul 29, 2025