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How a teacake tycoon helped to save a village's lifeboat station

The RNLI closed its lifeboat station in 2015 - bringing a 104-year association to an end - saying there was no clear need for it with one nearby in Eyemouth. The community rallied round to raise the money needed to bring…

'Pigs Village' Welsh name change will go ahead

The name dates back to at least the 17th Century and referred to the pig farm around which the Flintshire village of Northop Hall grew. Northop Hall will retain its English name, but Pentre Moch will become its primary…

Council leaders wary of radical plan to redraw Scotland's local government map

Some have warned Scottish government plans to potentially streamline the number of authorities from 32 to six will not save money. Others have questioned the potential impact on rural parts and the "absurd" timeline.…

We're growing jobs based on AI, not destroying them, says tech boss

It's quite the opposite here," said Jutta Meier, who leads one of Wales' most successful semiconductor companies. In a vast metal building on the edge of the M4, scientists and engineers at IQE wear futuristic overalls…

Manchester United transfer news: 'Crystal Palace star eyed', JJ Gabriel 'agreement' and 'next Estevao scouted'

The focus for Man United after a strong finish to the 2025-26 campaign, thus securing Champions League qualification, was a midfield overhaul and Michael Carrick got his wish with three new signings . LIVE BLOG: All the…

Arsenal transfer news: Major deal 'agreed', 'defender battle' and conditions 'revealed' for Alvarez loan move

Read our privacy notice . The transfer window may have closed exactly three weeks ago, but Arsenal are reportedly looking ahead to January. Arsenal got plenty of business done during the summer, and continue to do so…

Chelsea transfer news: New midfield target 'revealed', striker 'admired' and Blues 'step up scouting mission'

Read our privacy notice . Chelsea are rarely ever too far away when it comes to transfer rumour-mill. Despite a busy summer in which 11 senior players were signed on permanent deals , the Blues are being tipped to be…

Starmer talked ‘too tough’ over Russia, claims Trump amid Kremlin threat alert

Relations were fraught between Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer (Alastair Grant/PA) PA Wire News Briefings Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to…

Trump says relations between US and UK better under Burnham than Starmer as pair meet for first time

Read our privacy notice . Donald Trump said relations between the UK and US have improved since Andy Burnham replaced Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister. The US President made the swipe at former PM Sir Keir as he met Mr…

Tom Cruise is the perfect gentleman as he greets Prince and Princess of Wales at Digger premiere in London

Read our privacy notice . The Prince and Princess of Wales laughed with Tom Cruise as the royal couple were greeted by the movie star at the premiere of his new film Digger in London. Cruise was the perfect gentleman as…