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Air passengers travelling to and from Scotland have been affected by the snow and plunging temperatures on Friday, with dozens of flights cancelled, delayed or diverted - and one airport closing altogether.

Giovanni van Bronckhorst is on the shortlist for a quickfire return to management at FC Utrecht after they sacked their manager for attacking one of his own players.

An officer who flipped his police car onto its roof in a horror crash has been fined £470.

Labour's Andrew Western has become the country's newest MP after a comfortable victory in the Stretford and Urmston by-election.

An angry mum has suggested the gates to a popular Glasgow park be locked after spotting locals skating and sliding on a frozen pond, just days on from four boys tragically losing their lives when they fell into a lake in Solihull.

Plans for a huge railhead logistics hub at Ravenscraig have been thrown out by North Lanarkshire councillors.

Former Rangers midfielder Kevin Thomson has predicted that new gaffer Michael Beale will have to 'wheel and deal' in the January transfer market if he is to stamp his authority on the club and kickstart a title charge.

David Fincher To Receive Honorary Cesar AwardDavid Fincher is to receive an Honorary Award at this year’s Cesar Awards. The primary French awards show will fete the Gone Girl filmmaker at its 2023 ceremony on February 24 at the Olympia in Paris. The awards body described Fincher as an “outstanding technician” and “a true visionary.” Awarded since 1976, previous Honorary Cesar Award winners include Robert Redford, Penelope Cruz, and George Clooney. The nominees for the 48th César Awards will be announced on January 25.

Britney Spears, 41, has sparked concern again amongst her fans as she took to Instagram last night to post several topless pictures.This comes as her husband Sam Asghari, 28, took to the social media site to defend his wife who has been "controlled most of her life" while admitting he would prefer she did not post such revealing pictures.The Grammy-Award-winning singer posted an array of topless pictures in view of her huge 41.6 million Instagram following.In the series of shots, Britney either covered her modesty with her hands over her breasts or strategically placed flower and lip emojis over her assets.Many rushed to the comments to share their concern for the singer for her revealing snaps, with one of those being her husband Sam, who simultaneously rushed to her defence.He admitted: "The only person in the world that gets bullied for posting things like this!"I personally prefer she never posted these, but who am I to control someone that’s been under a microscope and been controlled their whole life."Other social media users took to the comments to air their concerns for the Toxic singer.Queen_z1_y said: "Stop! Please stop! Freedom is not when you take off your clothes. Dress up and speak for yourself with a calm mind."Social media user Petaree, also shared her support for the singer as many others criticised Britney's revealing snaps.She said: "No one is forcing Brittney to do this.This is free Britney! Maybe the conservatorship was put in place for a reason (not condoning it.

Strictly Come Dancing star Hamza Yassin, 32, left his dance partner Jowita Przystał, 28, emotional as gave a heartfelt speech ahead of the final this weekend.Taking to Instagram, the professional dancer held up the camera as the BBC cameraman told fans their final rehearsal was complete. Speaking on her Story, he said: "So there we go, rehearsals done, our last one together in this room."It's been an absolutely incredible journey."Turning to his dance partner, he added: "I've said it all along, you are amazing, you are absolutely amazing."This journey, I couldn't have done it without you, you mean the world to me.Thank you so much."Jane Fonda shares cancer update as she stops treatmentJowita struggled to hold back tears as she admitted: "I don't want to say goodbye yet."We're going to have an amazing Saturday night."The dancing duo will battle it out for the Glitterball trophy against Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez, Fleur East And Vito Coppola and Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu. He and Helen are the only contestants who have avoided the dance-off throughout the series.On Saturday night, each couple will perform three dances, two of which they have danced before, in a bid to get viewers behind them one last time.Last week, Hamza and Jowita were at the top of the leaderboard after impressing judges with their Charleston. Despite his success on the show so far, he said he still didn't believe he is a good dancer. He said: "I thought week one – get going.

The Range shoppers have been heaping praise on an affordable household item that helps manage condensation during the colder weather.

As Christmas draws nearer, it's likely you're looking for the perfect festive outing for all the family. Well, look no further as Edinburgh is hosting the ultimate Christmas market. Edinburgh’s Christmas is in full swing and the organisers believe Christmas is all about giving, that's why one lucky Daily Record reader will win a whole day of family fun.

A huge aquarium in the centre of Berlin burst on Friday, causing a wave of devastation in and around the Sea Life tourist attraction, German police said.

New Celtic star Yuki Kobayashi has revealed how a chastening experience with England hero Phil Foden led to him becoming the player he is today.

TK Maxx shoppers can find even more incredible designer bargains thanks to a deals website.

John Swinney has hit back at the suggestion Scotland will become a "less attractive" place to live and work following tax rises in the Budget.

With weather warnings in place up and down the country, people are being urged to take care when walking on perilous ice.

Shoppers popping into town to get last-minute Christmas gifts have been warned that rail services are set to be severely disrupted.

It was a nervy night for Rangers during Michael Beale’s first game in charge.