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A charity that supports people in East Ayrshire with challenges relating to drugs and alcohol is encouraging residents to look after themselves this Christmas.

Many of us dream of having a white Christmas, just like you see in the movies. Yet that’s not often the case here in Greater Manchester, where you’re probably going to get rain instead of snow.

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to arrive in Scotland from tomorrow evening after a weekend of snowfall.

Millions of people on disability benefits including Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance will see their payments rise by 6.7 per cent next April after the uprating was confirmed by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt during the recent Autumn Statement.

Nella Rose stunned presenter Lorraine Kelly as she pulled out of her first live TV interview since leaving I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. The YouTuber became the second celebrity to be given their marching orders from the camp after Frankie Dettori on Sunday (December 3).

With much anticipation, BBC One thriller, Vigil is back for series two. Actress Suranne Jones, known for the likes of Gentleman Jack and Doctor Foster returns to the show as DCI Amy Silva. Also returning is Suranne’s co-star and Game Of Thrones actress Rose Leslie, who plays Amy’s romantic partner and colleague DI Kirsten Longacre.

Racist far-right extremists are creeping into Scottish politics via community councils, the Daily Record can reveal.

Thousands of Scottish addresses are too dangerous for ambulance crews to attend without police back-up shock figures reveal.

Scottish actor Ncuti Gatwa has said he is "ready but nervous" ahead of playing the new Doctor Who for the biggest role in his career yet after auditioning for the role in February last year before he landed the gig.

Ja Rule has announced details of UK and Ireland for 2024. Check out dates and ticket information below.The last headline show the seminal ’00s star had in the UK was 10 years ago when he, Fat Joe and Twista performed at the Indigo At The O2 in 2014.

When the temperature plummets and the nights creep in, sometimes a holiday is what is needed to shake off the winter blues.

Police probing the murder of a man in Lanark have been seen searching a house and scouring drains.

K.J. Yossman Rumpus Media founders Emily Hudd and Iain Wimbush are exiting the company after 10 years, Variety understands.

Belle & Sebastian were spotted in last night’s episode of The Simpsons.The iconic animated series, which has been running since December 1989, premiered its latest and 35th season on October 1, 2023.In the most recent episode, Groundskeeper Willie is shown falling in love and getting married to a character named Maisie, voiced by Marvel’s Karen Gillan.Another Doctor Who star is credited in this episode, with actor David Tennant providing the voice of Pa MacWeldon, the patriarch of the bride’s family.Alongside these famous voices was Scottish band Belle & Sebastian providing the music at the rehearsal dinner. Featuring a brand new original song by the indie pop band formed in Glasgow in 1996, ‘Willie And The Dream Of Peat Bogs’, the episode was followed by a music video for the track.The band’s lead singer, Stuart Murdoch, posted on X/Twitter a snap of the animated group, in front of a drum set saying, ‘The Belle And Sebastian Experience’ with the caption: “I think they did us pretty well, what do you think? Beans and Stevie are particularly well represented.”i think they did us pretty well, what do you think? Beans and Stevie are particularly well represented.

A lorry smashed into the front of a house after skidding on icy roads in Elgin

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance’s (SCAA) longest-serving pilot has proved he’s the best in the business.

A scenic hotel in a stunning coastal Scottish setting is currently hiring staff, and the role comes with free live-in accommodation.

Hundreds of families have been left without any water supply after a pipe burst on the Isle of Skye.

We're getting well into December and the first lot of snow has finally fallen. It must mean Christmas is on the way.

More than 30 flood warnings are in force across parts of England as the UK faces heavy rain but a decreasing risk of snow, forecasters have said.

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed changes to payment dates for Child Benefit, Guardian’s Allowance and Tax Credits over the festive fortnight. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Social Security Scotland have not announced any changes yet, but as in previous years, is expected to follow the same payment pattern as HMRC.

It's set to be another cold start to the week in Greater Manchester - with Met Office snow and ice warnings remaining in place until lunchtime today.

A couple have revealed how they spent just £165 for a weekend away in two countries. Jamie MacLeod and his wife Sarah got more bang for their buck when they were able to vacation in Marrakesh and Barcelona for less than a train ticket from Edinburgh to London.

ITV fans have hailed a record-breaking Scottish Deal or No Deal contestant. Truck driver Stevie has become the biggest winner since the show rebooted.

The heartbroken mum of a boy who fell down a manhole and died is to sue a construction firm over her son's tragic building site death. Shea Ryan, 10, died after he slipped on a ladder and fell inside the hole close to a play park near his home in Glasgow's Drumchapel on July 16, 2020.

When Balamory was on CBBC screens from 2002 to 2005, it was a total hit with youngsters. But 18 years later, two of the show's well-known stars have now reunited for an upcoming project.

The heartbroken mum of little Scots girl diagnosed with blood cancer has sent a message of hope to others battling the cruel disease.

Police were called after the partner of an SNP politician at the centre of affair claims said her relatives turned up at his home making threats.

Vulnerable witnesses in trials are being left to wait for hours due to delays in accused criminals being brought into court. The blame is being put on ­GEOAmey, which has a £240million contract to escort prisoners.

The Scottish Government received legal advice in 2012 that it would be lawful to draw up legislation for a referendum on independence powers, the Sunday Mail understands. Alex Salmond has written to the head of the civil service asking if he can reveal details of the guidance.