

No more QR codes: WhatsApp to let you log in on laptops, tablets with this new option
No more QR codes: WhatsApp to let you log in on laptops, tablets with this new option To make WhatsApp more private and secure, the Meta-owned instant messaging app is reportedly working on a new way to link devices without depending entirely on QR codes. As per WABetaInfo, Whatsapp is developing a passkey-based device linking feature for Android that will make the process faster while adding another layer of security. The feature is still under development and is expected to


Teenager who died in crash had 'bright future ahead of him'
The family of a 17-year-old who died in a crash in Fife on Sunday have paid tribute to him, saying he had a "bright future ahead of him". A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and inquiries are continuing. Kerr Paterson, from Saline, was driving a blue Toyota Aygo that was in collision with a yellow Volkswagen Golf on the B914 near Kelty. A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and inquiries are continuing. Police have


'10 year ago today the floods changed everything in a moment'
'10 year ago today the floods changed everything in a moment' "It was absolutely devastating. This dirty, nasty flood water submerged 6,000 homes and businesses along the valley." Adrian Horton's memories of the flooding which hit parts of West Yorkshire during Christmas 2015 as Storm Eva battered the region remain clear 10 years on. The storm hit Adrian's home town of Hebden Bridge, in the Calder Valley, as people were still celebrating Christmas. It brought with it more th


Huge disruption as 'landslip crash' train derails
An early morning train from Glasgow to London has derailed, seemingly after hitting a landslip, leading to major disruption set to last for "a number of days" on the West Coast Mainline. At 06:10 GMT the 04:28 Avanti West Coast service from Glasgow Central to London Euston came off the tracks at Shap in Cumbria, the train operator said. Lines north of Preston and south of Carlisle were blocked as a result, leaving passengers stranded either side of the crash. The North West A


Rochdale grooming gang ringleader jailed for 35 years
A grooming gang ringleader who raped two schoolgirls in Rochdale has been jailed for 35 years. Mohammed Zahid, 65, known as Boss Man,...


Starmer to discuss Gaza with Trump at Scotland talks
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to discuss efforts to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza when he meets US President Donald Trump in Scotland...


Firefighters tackle suspected gas explosion
Police are investigating a suspected gas explosion at a house in east London. Six fire engines and about 40 firefighters were called to...


Teenage boys arrested after serious sexual assault on teenage girl
Two teenage boys have been arrested by detectives investigating a serious sexual assault on a teenage girl in County Antrim. The Police...


'Hit-and-run' murder charges after boy, 16, dies
Two men have been charged with murder and three counts of attempted murder after a 16-year-old died in an alleged hit-and-run. Zulkernain...


Sarwar accuses Swinney of 'dishonest' by-election campaign
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has accused John Swinney of running a "dishonest and disgraceful" campaign ahead of last week's...











