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Sarah Ferguson 'took Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie' to see Epstein five days after he was released from prison for child sex crimes, newly released emails claim

Sarah Ferguson 'took Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie' to see Epstein five days after he

Sarah Ferguson visited Jeffrey Epstein with her two young daughters just five days after the disgraced financier was released from prison for child sex crimes, according to newly released emails. The former Duchess of York is said to have taken Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie to see the paedophile in July 2009, less than a week after he was freed from a Florida jail, where he had served 12 months for soliciting a child for prostitution and was placed under house arrest. At the time of the visit, Beatrice and Eugenie would have been aged 20 and 19 respectively.

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GRAHAM GRANT: The SNP isn't up to the job of tackling dementia. Meanwhile, families like mine are forced to watch the decline of loved ones to this insidious killer

GRAHAM GRANT: The SNP isn't up to the job of tackling dementia. Meanwhile, families like

There are few diseases crueller than dementia but my mother-in-law retained vestiges of her personality until the end of her life. Always mischievous, Joanne entertained the brilliant staff at her care home - and drew on her experience as a nurse and midwife to offer them help.

Holly Ramsay wows in a sparkly figure-hugging red mini dress as she continues to give fans a glimpse of her lavish honeymoon with husband Adam Peaty

Newlywed Holly Ramsay continued to give fans a glimpse of her lavish honeymoon with husband Adam Peaty as she shared new Instagram snaps on Monday.

The secret to Isla Fisher's youthful looks as she enters her fifth decade and officially joins the SOFTies club - that's Single, Over Fifty and Thriving!

She's been a firm fixture on the showbiz scene since joining Home and Away in 1994. Now, Isla still looks as youthful as ever and has stepped into her SOFTies era.

Forth bridge fireball horror as burning debris plunges into village streets

An investigation has been launched after huge fireballs crashed from the Forth Bridge onto the streets of a coastal village within yards of houses and cars.

THERE must be something in the water. There is certainly something special in the history of the ice.

Ice, ice babies! Daily Mail Sport discovers the incredible family legacy that...

Rangers have completed a £4million deal to sign Ryan Naderi after fast-tracking their move for the German striker.

Rangers beat the transfer deadline with £4m swoop for German striker Naderi

Celtic have run the risk of alienating Arne Engels after rejecting a blockbuster bid of £25million from Nottingham Forest for the Belgian midfielder.

Celtic reject THREE bids for Arne Engels from Nottingham Forest but will...

If any other manager had presided over the troubles Livingston have had this season, he would probably have been hounded from the premises.

The Review: As manager David Martindale moves upstairs, it's all change at...

When Celtic announced the loan signing of Tomas Cvancara from Borussia Monchengladbach, Martin O'Neill was quick to play down expectations on the new striker.

CELTIC 2 FALKIRK 0: New Bhoy Tomas Cvancara proves he's a striking upgrade at...

Rangers boss Danny Rohl insists he won't allow today's goalless draw with Hibs to derail his side's Premiership title bid.

We are still in the title race, insists Rangers boss Danny Rohl after goalless...

THERE must be something in the water. There is certainly something special in the history of the ice.

Ice, ice babies! Daily Mail Sport discovers the incredible family legacy that...

Rangers have completed a £4million deal to sign Ryan Naderi after fast-tracking their move for the German striker.

Rangers beat the transfer deadline with £4m swoop for German striker Naderi

Celtic have run the risk of alienating Arne Engels after rejecting a blockbuster bid of £25million from Nottingham Forest for the Belgian midfielder.

Celtic reject THREE bids for Arne Engels from Nottingham Forest but will...

If any other manager had presided over the troubles Livingston have had this season, he would probably have been hounded from the premises.

The Review: As manager David Martindale moves upstairs, it's all change at...

When Celtic announced the loan signing of Tomas Cvancara from Borussia Monchengladbach, Martin O'Neill was quick to play down expectations on the new striker.

CELTIC 2 FALKIRK 0: New Bhoy Tomas Cvancara proves he's a striking upgrade at...

Rangers boss Danny Rohl insists he won't allow today's goalless draw with Hibs to derail his side's Premiership title bid.

We are still in the title race, insists Rangers boss Danny Rohl after goalless...

THERE must be something in the water. There is certainly something special in the history of the ice.

Ice, ice babies! Daily Mail Sport discovers the incredible family legacy that...

Rangers have completed a £4million deal to sign Ryan Naderi after fast-tracking their move for the German striker.

Rangers beat the transfer deadline with £4m swoop for German striker Naderi

Celtic have run the risk of alienating Arne Engels after rejecting a blockbuster bid of £25million from Nottingham Forest for the Belgian midfielder.

Celtic reject THREE bids for Arne Engels from Nottingham Forest but will...

If any other manager had presided over the troubles Livingston have had this season, he would probably have been hounded from the premises.

The Review: As manager David Martindale moves upstairs, it's all change at...

When Celtic announced the loan signing of Tomas Cvancara from Borussia Monchengladbach, Martin O'Neill was quick to play down expectations on the new striker.

CELTIC 2 FALKIRK 0: New Bhoy Tomas Cvancara proves he's a striking upgrade at...

Rangers boss Danny Rohl insists he won't allow today's goalless draw with Hibs to derail his side's Premiership title bid.

We are still in the title race, insists Rangers boss Danny Rohl after goalless...

Harry Potter TV show's Dumbledore actor John Lithgow swipes at JK Rowling's 'ironic and inexplicable' views on trans women - and insists she's 'not really involved in series at all'

The actor, who has played a cardinal, serial killer, prime minister, alien and a president through his career, was revealed as the new Albus Dumbledore last year.

So was £134k handout for Scotland's Chief Constable's second home actually unlawful?

A payout of more than £134,000 of taxpayers' money to Police Scotland's Chief Constable to help her buy a second home may have been unlawful.

Brain tumour prisoner freed early is still alive... 10 years on

An inmate released early from prison a decade ago following a brain tumour diagnosis is still alive, documents have revealed.

Bug scandal hospital whistleblower says patients are still dying as warnings ignored

Whistleblower who helped expose infections scandal at Scotland's £1bn hospital has warned that patients are still dying due to the policies in place for those who try to raise the alarm.

The Traitors winner Stephen Libby confesses his flamboyant outfits were all part of his gameplan but will his sharp sense of style lead to a new career?

The Traitors winner Stephen Libby confesses his flamboyant outfits were all part of his

From the moment Stephen Libby set foot in The Traitors castle in a perfectly tailored blue jacket, it should have been clear he had come dressed to kill. Week after week, the dapper Scot showed up in a succession of outré outfits that caught the attention of fellow competitors and viewers alike. In bold colours and clashing patterns, he dazzled in outlandishly flared chinos, psychedelic shirts and extremely tight jumpsuits, all worn with the kind of ease that suggested this wasn't accidental - which, it turns out, it wasn't.

Legendary variety star Fay Lenore dies at 97

Variety performer Fay Lenore who famously shared the stage with stars including Rikki Fulton and Stanley Baxter has died at the age of 97.

Anger as former head of bug death hospital denies political pressure to open

The health boss who oversaw building of Scotland's scandal-hit hospital has sparked a backlash after insisting there was 'no political pressure' for it to be opened before it was ready

How whisky lovers are giving Spain's sherry makers a boost

It is one of Scotland's most iconic products, with exports worth billions to the economy.

EXCLUSIVEHealth alerts were sent to government THREE YEARS before Swinney claims he first knew of superhospital infection crisis

The SNP government was alerted to 14 serious infection outbreaks at Scotland's superhospital in the first three years after it opened but failed to act on warnings.

NHS INFECTIONS CRISIS: I was lied to, harassed and spied on by the health board stasi... but I'll keep on asking my questions

NHS INFECTIONS CRISIS: I was lied to, harassed and spied on by the health board stasi...

It started with an innocuous Googlesearch... and ended with me being lied to, harassed and spied on by the health board at the centre of one of Britain's biggest NHSscandals.

STEPHEN DAISLEY: The only meaningful justice for the victims of the NHS scandal is a steel resolve that this NEVER happens again

In the days since Anas Sarwar tossed an incendiary into the fatal hospital bug scandal, it has been instructive to watch certain characters duck for cover.

Anas Sarwar's bombshell claim: First Minister misled parliament, fabricated evidence and lied to people of Scotland

John Swinney has been accused of misleading the Scottish parliament and 'lying' to voters over the NHS infections scandal.

80s pop star, 63, has barely aged a day as she reflects on iconic career that left her 'penniless' despite topping the charts

Eighties pop star, 63, has barely aged a day as she reflects on iconic career that left

Eighties pop star Clare Grogan appears not to have aged a day as she and her band Altered Images prepare to tour the UK to mark their biggest hit's 45th anniversary. The Scottish singer, 63, first found fame as lead singer of the New Wave group best known for hitting No.2 with Happy Birthday in 1981, before splitting two years later. However despite their successes with six UK top 40 singles and three top 30 albums under their belts, Clare said they were still 'penniless' at the height of their fame.

Now bosses at under-fire Scots health boards awarded 10 per cent pay rises

Pay increases worth up to £20,000 handed to bosses at two under-fire health boards has been slated by workers groups.

Gordon Ramsay says he cried over the price of daughter Holly's wedding gown and shares the advice he gave her before she married Adam Peaty

The TV chef, 59, walked the influencer down the aisle at Bath Abbey amid a bitter feud which saw Adam's mother Caroline disinvited and his sister Bethany the only relative in attendance.

Holly Ramsay gushes over shirtless husband Adam Peaty's ripped abs as he poses in budgy smugglers on their honeymoon in Australia

Holly Ramsay gushed over her new husband Adam Peaty's ripped abs as she shared a snap of the shirtless hunk posing in budgy smugglers on Saturday.

POLICE issuing 'threat to life' alerts at a rate of one a month, 'alarming' new figures show.

Police Scotland are issuing 'threat to life' alerts to major criminals at a rate of one every month, 'alarming' new figures show.

Love is in the heir... Scots aristo Lady Jean and her beau front Burberry Valentine's campaign

Love is in the heir... Scots aristo Lady Jean and her beau front Burberry Valentine's

They look every inch the perfect couple, side-by-side in top designer clothes. No wonder then that one of Britain's top models, Lady Jean Campbell, and her boyfriend Orfeo Tagiuri, have been chosen to front the Valentine's Day campaign for Burberry.

Small Scots town becomes UK's No 1 property hot-spot - thanks to plans for a new Center Parcs

The small Scots town of Hawick has suddenly emerged as the UK's number one property hot-spot - and it's got nothing to do with tweed or cashmere.

Social media stopping Scots from reducing meat they eat

Social media companies are stopping Scots from reducing the amount of meat they eat, scientists claim.

Well plaid... how Siobhan Mackenzie went from just £90 to her name to designing clothes for Shania Twain, Justin Beiber and the King

Well plaid... how Siobhan Mackenzie went from just £90 to her name to designing clothes

Eleven years ago fashion student Siobhan Mackenzie had £90 in her bank account and was wondering how she would ever make a living. Now she has a base in one of Scotland's most exclusive hotels, starts prices for her creations at £1,000, and counts stars such as Justin Bieber, Shania Twain and Jared Leto among the wearers of her bespoke clothing.

No camouflage, no flip flops! Council fashion police warn hundreds of taxi drivers over what they wear in the cabs

While you might expect smart attire to be the order of the day when rubbing shoulders with Royalty, it seems taxi drivers are also having to watch what they wear.

£40k for poached salmon... SNP government introduces huge fines to protect fish stocks

With Scottish salmon numbers dwindling to record lows, poaching has become a major threat to the future of the country's most iconic fish.

Labour on course for its worst election result in 116 YEARS as poll puts it on just 15% in Scotland ahead of Holyrood vote - with Reform set to be biggest opposition party to SNP

Labour on course for its worst election result in 116 YEARS as poll puts it on just 15% in

Against a backdrop of major dislike for Keir Starmer, Anas Sarwar's party is on course to take just 15 per cent of the vote in the Scottish Parliament election. A survey by YouGov today suggests it will remain the third largest party at Holyrood, but with Reform forming the largest opposition group to the Scottish National Party, also leapfrogging the Tories. Less than a third (32 per cent) of Scots who voted for Labour at the 2024 general election plan to do so in May, with more than a quarter abandoning it for Nigel Farage's party (14 per cent) or the nationalists (13 per cent).

Eilish McColgan book to help put girls on track to stardom

Scots runner Eilish McColgan has been made the subject of a new children's book in a bid to encourage young girls to take up the sport.

Facing jail, shoplifter who killed ex Marine store guard in struggle over booze haul

A serial shoplifter who killed a security guard as he tried to prevent her leaving a supermarket with stolen goods has been told that she faces a 'significant' jail sentence.

His fabulous outfits dazzled 10 million viewers (and even put Claudia in the shade!) Now a glittering TV career beckons for Scotland's newest style icon in the unstoppable rise of the king of The Traitors catwalk

From the moment Stephen Libby set foot in The Traitors castle in a perfectly tailored blue jacket, it should have been clear he had come dressed to kill.

Holly and Adam Ramsay Peaty share a sweet nod to her father Gordon as they cook up a storm during luxury £6,000-a-night Mauritius honeymoon

The newlyweds, who tied the knot in Bath last month, jetted off to a luxurious £6,000-a-night resort in Mauritius for their honeymoon.

Royal Marines on training exercise save Ben Nevis climber who had collapsed in minus 20C and was freezing to death

Royal Marines on training exercise save Ben Nevis climber who had collapsed in minus 20C

Marines on a training exercise saved the life of a climber who had begun to succumb to exposure on Ben Nevis in freezing conditions. The team found the man lying in the snow near the summit of the Scottish mountain on January 24, as temperatures plunged during a blizzard. The rescue squad consisted of Scottish Royal Marine Reserves and the Dutch Korps Mariniers, and they said ice had started to form on exposed parts of the man's body due to the length of time he had been in the conditions.

Now police trap more motorists who have taken drugs than they do drink-drivers

More drug-drivers were caught than motorists exceeding the alcohol limit during a police crackdown over the festive period.

Pupils at Fettes college 'wholly failed' by the private school which allowed abuse to continue for decades, chair of the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry says

Children at Fettes College were 'wholly failed' by the school where abuse flourished over four decades, the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry has found.

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Scramble to find eggs as supermarket shelves lie empty amid bird flu culls

Supermarket shelves have been left empty following a shortage of eggs.

STEPHEN DAISLEY: Somewhere, the head of shredding had his head buried in his hands

Unlike Westminster, Holyrood has no great tradition of parliamentary theatre.

'I'm beside myself with being a grandma': BBC presenter Kirsty Wark, 70, becomes a grandmother for the first time as her daughter gives birth to a baby girl

BBC presenter Kirsty Wark, 70, becomes a grandmother for the first time as her daughter

The broadcaster, 70, who stepped down from Newsnight in 2024 after more than 30 years, posted a snap of the newborn sleeping in a bassinet. Caitlin, 35, a television executive, and her husband, civil servant Callum Galloway, named their daughter Maisie.

Spandau Ballet star is guilty of raping one woman and sexually assaulting and attempting to rape another

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT Ross Davidson, 37, starred in West End musical We Will Rock You and performed in 2018 as Spandau Ballet singer.

We'll cut '£56k benefits salary' and take £1bn out of bloated bill, say Tories

A two-child cap on a key devolved benefit would be introduced under plans by the Tories to get a grip of Scotland's soaring welfare bill.

JOHN MACLEOD: Forget feint and deceit, this Traitor's victory was all down to putting an accent on the islands

There was, last Friday evening, near quarter to ten, at once a massive exhalation, a universal fist-pump, and a collective whoop of joy the length of the isle of Lewis.

'Beautiful' girl, 17, died after doctors dismissed breast cancer as 'hormonal changes'

Isla Sneddon sought medical help at 15 after finding a lump in her breast, however she was told by doctors that it was likely benign, caused by hormonal changes.

UK's top 100 restaurants revealed - here's the full list, with none in London

UK's top 100 restaurants revealed - here's the full list

From seafood, to Indian delicacies, to traditional Scottish cuisine, restaurants across the UK have plenty to offer. The top 100 eateries have been revealed by independent restaurant guide SquareMeal.

Architect who stole £160,000 from his dementia-stricken sister and spent money on lavish holidays and cosmetic treatments is struck off

Over three years, David Bell (pictured) embezzled £160,000 from Janet Mann, whom he had power of attorney over, to splash out on holidays to Cuba and the US.

The world's most dangerous conman tried to convince me he was dying - I knew in my gut something was wrong but when I found out the truth I wanted to vomit

Police investigators have opened up on the moment the world's most famous conman tried to convince them he was dying, before flying to Scotland to avoid rape charges.

RUSSELL FINDLAY: I believe that hard work is the best way out of poverty. A benefits system that's a better bet than an honest day's toil is clearly broken

A report last year into the Scottish Child Payment made for interesting reading.

Now Stella McCartney fights back in row over her plans for Highland hideaway

Stella McCartney and her husband have launched a scathing attack on an ecologist who complained about her planned £5million seafront mansion.

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Celtic reject THREE bids for Arne Engels from Nottingham Forest but will knocking back £25m offer prove to be yet another misstep in transfer market from chaotic Parkhead club?

Celtic reject THREE bids for Arne Engels from Nottingham Forest but will knocking back

Celtic have run the risk of alienating Arne Engels after rejecting a blockbuster bid of £25million from Nottingham Forest for the Belgian midfielder. Engels became the subject of strong interest from Forest over the final 24 hours of the transfer window, with the English Premier League side seeing initial bids of £14m and £17m booted out.

ON THE ROAD finds Glasgow Hawks are still soaring despite winds of change that have swept through Scottish rugby

ON THE ROAD finds Glasgow Hawks are still soaring despite winds of change that have swept

The winds of change have persistently altered the flight path of the Hawks. In an era of turbulence in rugby, they have come to perch on a field just off Great Western Road, but the character and drive of the club have never substantially changed. This is a place where hard work by players is rewarded by progression to the rarefied heights of elite rugby. It is also a place where hard work is demanded of those who prowl the sidelines. The former can be illustrated by the careers of such as Duncan Weir, Richie Gray, Scott Cummings and so many others.

Ice, ice babies! Daily Mail Sport discovers the incredible family legacy that fuels curling success from the back of a hotel in Stranraer

THERE must be something in the water. There is certainly something special in the history of the ice.

Rangers beat the transfer deadline with £4m swoop for German striker Nader

Rangers have completed a £4million deal to sign Ryan Naderi after fast-tracking their move for the German striker.

We are still in the title race, insists Rangers boss Danny Rohl after goalless draw at Easter Road

Rangers boss Danny Rohl insists he won't allow today's goalless draw with Hibs to derail his side's Premiership title bid.

HIBS 0 RANGERS 0 Lack of bite up front comes back to haunt Rangers boss Danny Rohl ... but at least his team escaped with a point

Danny Rohl was crystal clear about which area of his squad needed improving when he spoke after last Thursday's Europa League defeat to Porto.

We don't feel the pressure of competing for historic title triumph, insists Hearts winger Kyziridis

Alexandros Kyziridis reckons there's no chance of Hearts wilting under the pressure as the race for the Premiership crown reaches fever pitch.

Pierre Landry Kabore to the fore for Hearts... and the Tynecastle side have plenty other gems waiting to sparkle as the title race builds to a crescendo

Pierre Landry Kabore to the fore for Hearts... and the Tynecastle side have plenty other

Amid jubilant scenes in front of the away fans behind the goal at time-up at Tannadice, Hearts manager Derek McInnes made a point of pushing Pierre Landry Kabore forward to stand alone in the penalty area and soak up the acclaim. The Burkina Faso striker led the line really well over the 90 minutes, scoring two goals and making the very most of what he's got in his armoury. What's important is that he is also leading the way for other players in the squad in terms of proving that, even if you aren't getting the minutes you want right now, it is important to keep the head right and make sure you are ready when called upon.

'I'd only sell him for £100m,' says Martin O'Neill as Celtic boot out Nottingham Forest bid for Arne Engels

Celtic have booted out a £14million offer from Nottingham Forest for midfielder Arne Engels as boss Martin O'Neill targets three new signings on deadline day.

Manic Monday LIVE: All the latest Scottish transfer news - THIRD bid for Engels, Wilson wanted by London giants, Rangers continue Naderi talks

The transfer window closes tonight at 11pm and all eyes are on the top three in the Scottish Premiership as they gear up for a thrilling title battle.

Tottenham swoop in to beat bitter rivals Arsenal to loan signing of Hearts teenager James Wilson

Tottenham swoop in to beat bitter rivals Arsenal to loan signing of Hearts teenager James

Tottenham fended off interest from bitter rivals Arsenal to clinch the loan signing of Hearts and Scotland teenager James Wilson. The 18-year-old forward had emerged as a shock target for Premier League leaders Arsenal over the final few days of the transfer window.

The Review: As manager David Martindale moves upstairs, it's all change at Livingston... or is it?

If any other manager had presided over the troubles Livingston have had this season, he would probably have been hounded from the premises.

Tomas Cvancara looking to find some success at Celtic after a turbulent start to his career... just don't mention the fouls in the Scottish Premiership!

Despite the fact he is still only 25 years old, Tomas Cvancara has already experienced more than his fair share of ups and downs in football.

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Scotland's identity crisis: Is it a golden generation who have failed to hit the heights or are they just not as good as people thought?

Scotland are heading into this year's Six Nations in the midst of an identity crisis. Are they a 'golden generation' of players who repeatedly under-perform and fail to achieve their potential?

McInnes embracing title challenge as Hearts storm seven points clear

Hearts manager Derek McInnes saw his side storm seven points clear at the head of the Premiership with a three-goal romp over nine-man Dundee United

Celtic 4 Utrecht 2: He STILL needs new faces but Martin O'Neill might just have a few European surprises to come

Celtic 4 Utrecht 2: He STILL needs new faces but Martin O'Neill might just have a few

More by accident than design, Celtic prolonged their interest in Europe. A run which has seen more ups and downs than a rollercoaster will go on for a while yet. In the middle of this most trying of seasons on Kerrydale Street, this was a rare night of celebration for all concerned.

'It would be nice to get 1,000 games as a manager. Martin O'Neill and John McGlynn are showing age is no barrier' IAN McCALL believes he still has plenty to offer in the dugout

Binned is the word to perfectly describe the end of Ian McCall's second spell as Partick Thistle manager.

CALUM McCLURKIN: Like them or not, big bookmakers are on the backfoot and racing will pay the price if they don't build bridges and explore alternative revenue streams

Sympathy will always be in short supply when bookmakers plead poverty in the public domain.

Shaun Maloney backs Celtic to make an impact in Europa League as VfB Stuttgart rematch is confirmed

Shaun Maloney insists Celtic are starting to believe they can make a serious impact in the Europa League this season.

Fans rage at TNT Sports after technical fault causes viewers to MISS important Celtic goal in Europa League - just weeks after fierce criticism of Ashes coverage

It was a vital match for the Scottish champions, who have had a disastrous season that has seen both Brendan Rodgers and Wilfried Nancy depart, with Martin O'Neill currently in caretaker charge again.

Jurgen Klopp is back at Liverpool! Boss teams up with fellow legend Kenny Dalglish to take charge of Legends game at Anfield

Jurgen Klopp will be back in the Liverpool dugout in two months' time as part of the backroom staff of the Reds' Legends match.

Rangers share 'concern, anger and frustration' of supporters as Europa League visit to Porto turns sour

Rangers say they share the 'concern, anger and frustration' of their supporters for the way they were treated at Porto's stadium during Thursday night's Europa League defeat.

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