17 h. ago Scotland's April Fool's Day hoaxes over the years including 'Loch Ness Crocodile'

From fake footballers to miracle plants, Scots have fallen victim to plenty of convincing pranks on April 1.

Politics

23 h. ago Scots households braced for higher gas and electricity bills as energy price cap rises

Citizens Advice Scotland has dubbed April 1 this year as 'April Cruel Day' due to the cumulative impact of rising bills.

Science

3 d. ago Beautiful EU city with 20C temperatures in April and £28 flights from Britain

With endless golden sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a rich history - this stunning EU city boasts 20C temperatures in April, and flights cost less than £30 for return fares

Economics

4 d. ago 10 stunning historic attractions reopening across Scotland on April 1

Spring has sprung - and a new season gets underway at Scotland’s historic attractions which span thousands of years of the country’s story.

Politics

5 d. ago Renfrewshire cops deal with hundreds of incidents at licensed premises in almost a year

A total of 444 incidents have been responded to by Police Scotland since Monday, April 22, of last year.

Economics

5 d. ago Yellowstone National Park will have a new tourist attraction when it reopens fully

Yellowstone’s thermal features come and go, but Old Faithful Geyser is still going strong

Politics

9 d. ago BBC Antiques Roadshow expert tells guest 'I have to apologise' after item admission

Antiques Roadshow returned once again on Sunday night where one expert admitted 'I have to apologise' after being left stunned over an item's history

Events

1 week ago Historic Welsh hotel built into side of a castle to reopen after £3 million refurbishment

A stunning hotel built into an historic Welsh castle is reopening after a massive £3 million refurbishment

Economics

1 week ago What will weather be like during Easter school holidays in Scotland as experts tease 'hottest ever' April

Experts have suggested this could be the 'hottest ever' April in the UK

Science

2 w. ago Games Talks Live: Speakers announced for Scottish games industry talks in Edinburgh, Dundee & Glasgow

Taking place across three days in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee, Games Talks Live Scotland will feature speakers such as The Chinese Room co-founder Dr Dan Pinchbeck.

Politics

2 w. ago Loch Lomond Springfest returns this April with top food, drink and entertainment

Loch Lomond Springfest returns to the Bonnie Banks on April 5-6, from 10am to 5pm each day

Politics

2 w. ago Stunning Italian island is a treasure trove of history but has hardly any tourists

Ponza is the largest of the six Pontine Islands, a string of volcanic formations off the coast of Lazio, some 25 miles south of Cape Circeo in the Tyrrhenian Sea which is part of the Mediterranean

Politics

2 w. ago Beautiful Spanish city named the safest in the entire country for tourists

Avoid the pickpocketing-rife streets and explore a more quieter, authentic side to Spain. This stunning city filled with history and amazing food is just two hours away from a popular airport you've probably already visited

Politics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council supporting this year’s national Spring Clean campaign

Run by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful, the campaign runs from March 21 to April 21 and asks people to get involved and make a positive impact on local streets, parks, rivers and beaches.

Politics

3 w. ago Check if your new Council Tax bill will be higher than your neighbours this year

Everyone in Scotland will see their Council Tax payments rise from April 1.

Economics

3 w. ago UK city as stunning and historic as Oxford and Chester but not overrun with tourists

The pretty city's charm and history promises to impress visitors

Politics

3 w. ago Underrated UK town has centuries of history and stunning scenery but hardly any tourists

Hexham in Northumberland has been recommended as a UK staycation destination by travel blog The Crazy Tourist, with the small market town being home to a range of historical sites

Culture

3 w. ago UK town full of charm and 'buzzing' high street used to be England's capital

From one of the UK's best theme parks to a stunning castle dripping in history, there's plenty to do in the small market town of Tamworth

Politics

3 w. ago Mystery Solved? Is this the only portrait of tragic teen Queen Lady Jane Grey?

Compelling evidence that a 16th-century painting depicts Lady Jane Grey – the monarch executed in 1554 – in a stunning discovery that rewrites Tudor history

Politics

3 w. ago The touching details in Queen Mary of Denmark's regal ensemble that pay tribute to her husband's family history

Queen Mary of Denmark has paid tribute to the historical lineage of the Danish Royal Family with some stunning accessories. 

Politics