62 minutes ago Experts blast 'highly irresponsible' release of Lynx wildcats in Highlands

Dr Neil Anderson, a senior lecturer in conservation medicine at Edinburgh University, condemned the actions of those responsible for releasing a total of four of the wildcats over the past few days.

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3 hours ago The stunning historic Scottish house that's home to amazing cafe, fairy walk and snowdrop festival

This Scottish estate is a magical place to visit for all the family.

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2 hours ago Shoppers have hours to get 70% off lingerie, toys and more in Lovehoney's winter sale

The iconic British brand has made huge discounts on hundreds of bedroom essentials but shoppers need to act quickly to get the savings

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7 hours ago Manchester United: Ruben Amorim confirms Kobbie Mainoo transfer stance amid Chelsea 'interest'

The young midfielder is reportedly up for sale this month

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3 hours ago Scot accused of murdering spouse branded 'wife cheater' night before her death

A Scots husband, charged with murdering his wife, was branded a “wife cheater” on the night before her death.

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81 minutes ago Lynx 'deliberately abandoned' in Highlands safely captured after footage emerged

A further two lynx, who were "deliberately abandoned" in the Cairngorms, have been safely captured this evening

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75 minutes ago Scottish Water urge people to be vigilant and check for burst water mains and pipes during upcoming sub

The utility has recorded a 30 per cent increase in the past two days in bursts on its network of water mains.

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4 hours ago Scottish bar and restaurant with ‘great service and delicious food’ to close and be demolished

A long standing Scottish restaurant and music venue will close at the end of the month, due to plans to demolish the building.

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3 hours ago 'I barely wear trainers since swapping them for Oodie's £35 winter shoes hailed 'better than Skechers'

Oodie's Puffer Boots are not only 'warmer than Skechers', but they're currently on sale

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28 hours ago Stuart Hogg was a world class Scottish rugby player who now has to relocate his moral compass | Robert Kitson

The former national rugby union captain has been spared jail for the domestic abuse of his estranged wife, Gill, after courts painted a grim picture of his off-pitch behaviourScotland has not always been blessed with rugby players of genuine world class but prime-time Stuart Hogg was a rare exception. At the height of his powers he was the Six Nations Player of the Year in successive seasons in 2016 and 2017, mixing acceleration and attacking intent with a just-try-and-stop-me attitude that set him apart from the average workaday pro.The talented lad from Hawick was a big fish in a series of smallish pools – the Borders, Scottish rugby, Exeter – and grew accustomed to being hailed as king of his local oval-ball castle. While, behind closed doors, not being entirely the man his many fans thought him to be. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago Scots graduate flees from 'catastrophic' LA wildfires as he 'loses everything' to flames

The Scots university graduate was forced to escape for his life from the massive wildfires - losing all of his possessions in the blaze.

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6 hours ago Perv actor jailed for using hidden camera to film kids and women changing costumes at theatre

Indecent footage was found during a random police visit after Connell was previously placed on the register in 2023.

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1 hour ago Watch: Second pair of lynxes filmed roaming Scottish Highlands after two captured

Two lynx were seen in the Scottish Highlands on Friday (10 January) at around 7:10am, after another pair were seen in the same area earlier this week.

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4 hours ago I stayed at a tranquil Scottish hotel that's home to 'best boutique spa'

A night away, good food and time to relax in an award-winning spa. What more could you need this winter?

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5 hours ago The 'Scottish paradise' bed and breakfast on edge of loch you can book for under £100

At the moment, a guesthouse along the shore of a loch that has been described as a "Scottish paradise" can be booked at a major discount through voucher website Wowcher.

Economics

34 hours ago Manchester United revoke four players' 'untouchable' status as part of new transfer plans

Four players were not for sale at Man United in the summer but the team's spiralling form has seen those statuses revoked.

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4 hours ago Man dies trying to 'rape a cow' in field where his body was found by farmers

The 45-year-old victim was found by witnesses lying unconscious near the animal and wearing a condom.

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28 hours ago Christie’s auction showcases style of centenarian fashion muse Iris Apfel

Lots include her trademark oversize glasses as well as outfits from Miu Miu and Dior and lifesize ostrich sculptureIris Apfel, perhaps the world’s first centenarian style icon, died last year at the age of 102. Now her clothes, art and furniture are set to be sold at Christie’s later this month in an online auction titled Unapologetically Iris.Anyone familiar with Apfel and her “more is more” style would know that it began with her trademark owl-like glasses. There are 18 pairs for sale here, with square, round and sparkly designs included. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago I grieved for Alex Salmond four or five years ago, says Nicola Sturgeon

Ex-first minister says she intervened ‘many times’ to stop her predecessor bullying people

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9 hours ago The 'most beautiful' village under 2 hours from Manchester is a secret from tourists

High Hall, a 16th-century Tudor mansion and the Mock Beggar Hall are just some of the buildings in the village

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6 hours ago Debenhams shoppers bag £557 worth of Dr Botanicals skincare for 93% less in sale

Debenhams' sale is still in full swing and this beauty box contains a face serum worth £89 and a night cream worth £189

Economics

37 hours ago Andy Murray on Novak Djokovic chat that convinced him to become rival's coach – 'I couldn't think of anything worse'

The Scottish superstar makes his Grand Slam debut as a coach at the Australian Open

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4 hours ago Scottish police working with Hungarian officers in search for missing sisters

Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, who are part of a set of triplets, went missing in Aberdeen in the early hours of Tuesday.

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38 hours ago Antiques Roadshow expert insists ‘size matters’ as he gives ‘charming’ sculpture top price tag

An Antiques Roadshow guest was in disbelief when a gift she has owned for 50 years was uncovered to be worth a small fortune.

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2 hours ago Letting lynx loose in Highlands was ‘highly irresponsible’, conservationist says

Two more of the large wildcats have been spotted roaming the Highlands.

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11 hours ago New mystery virus leaves hundreds of adults and children bald as health officials baffled

Hundreds of people have been left bald by a mystery virus, with health officials at a loss as to what has caused it with not much in common between all 15 villages where it's been seen

Society

9 hours ago Rangers v St Johnstone injury news: Up to 11 out of Ibrox clash as Philippe Clement dealt fresh injury blow

Here is the latest injury news ahead of Rangers vs St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership at Ibrox this weekend.

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5 hours ago Objections to Grangemouth flood protection design make local inquiry likely

RSPB Scotland and Forth Ports are among those who have concerns about the current plans to build flood defences

Events

2 hours ago Loch Ness Monster hopes boosted after mysterious 20ft dark shape spotted in water

A mysterious object has been spotted in Loch Ness and many are hoping this could be a new sighting of the world-renowned Loch Ness Monster - Scottish folklore's most famous export

Politics

14 hours ago Scottish family law: Why appointing an executor of your will is important

At Gibson Kerr, we have many years of supporting clients to manage their estates and want to highlight the importance of appointing an executor for your will.

Society

9 hours ago Wife of millionaire killed on Titan sub left less than £80k due to invalid will

Documents suggest multi-millionaire Shahzada Dawood, who died on the sub with his son and several others, died without a valid UK will, leaving widow Christine a fraction of his fortune.

Economics

5 hours ago Call demanding changes to free bus travel for Brits over 60 hits major milestone

A new online petition is calling for the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) to be expanded and follow the Scottish Government's lead by providing free bus travel to everyone over the age of 60

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2 hours ago Lynx on the loose in Scotland highlight debate over reintroducing species into the wild

Scottish environmental activists want to reintroduce the lynx into the forests of the Highlands

Politics

16 hours ago Dear Coleen: I fear a family fall out when we drive to my sister's Scots wedding

I have been driving for a decade and so has my husband, while my mum has been driving for at least 30 years, but doesn’t drive as much now due to declining health (and certainly not long distances).

Society

11 hours ago Shoppers snap up 'beautiful' £495 designer watch for £76 in huge Debenhams sale

Debenhams is offering a whopping 85% off the watch that shoppers say reminds them of a Rolex

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5 hours ago Edinburgh woman tells of terror after teen gang jump her on bus home from work

'I first felt the impact to my jaw, then one of them grabbed my hair and slammed my head forward jamming my face between my seat and the window of the bus.'

Events

4 hours ago Less Loving Dogs: Here are 10 less affectionate breeds of adorable dog likely to turn down cuddles

These breeds of dog can make wonderful pets, but prospective owners should be aware that they may not welcome demonstrative affectionate displays.

Politics

23 hours ago Candy Spelling's $23M Malibu beach house destroyed in LA fires as star mourns 'massive loss'

Candy Spelling has lost her Malibu beach house in the California wildfires that have swept through Los Angeles. The 79-year-old icon's 7-bedroom oceanside retreat is now reduced to rubble and ash.

Society

13 hours ago Shoppers can snap up £300 'brilliant' dehumidifier that 'dries clothes quicker' for £85

Shoppers can currently bag a 'sleek and compact' dehumidifier for £85, down from £300, and it has garnered a wealth of positive reviews from satisfied customers

Economics

5 hours ago Man killed and another 'critical' after major crash on notorious Scottish road

The crash happened on a notorious stretch of road where campaigners have been calling for upgrades

Events

4 hours ago The beloved Scottish gallery cafe that's closed for makeover inspired by John Bellany painting

Service will be resumed after a short break

Politics

34 hours ago ‘We’re done’: Breaking Bad house owners driven away from home by fans after 52 years

New Mexico property owner has to put up with hundreds of visitors a day

Society

14 hours ago 'Beautiful' padded coat that's 'super warm' now £81 off in Debenhams sale

The retailer is offering a 51% discount on the insulated coat which comes in three colours - khaki, black, and blue

Economics

5 hours ago Who is Tom Tonks? Tamworth’s long throw weapon set to trouble Tottenham

The non-league Rory Delap has caused havoc so far in the FA Cup with a long throw that is ‘more dangerous than a corner’

Events

4 hours ago Destiny 2 Xur Exotics today: All items for sale and where to find him on January 10

Destiny 2's Exotic vendor, Xur, is back again this week – here's how to find him, what he's selling, and whether we recommend his offerings before he vanishes again

Politics

21 hours ago More than two million train tickets to be discounted during sale next week

Cheaper Advance and Off-Peak tickets will be available to buy in the rail sale between January 14 and 20.

Economics

5 hours ago Listen live to TikTok’s final pleas against possible ban in Supreme Court

Watch live as the US Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a bid by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to block a law intended to force the sale of the app by 19 January or face a ban on national security grounds.

Events

4 hours ago Fake Aldi supermarket on Google Maps creates carnage in rural Welsh village

Locals in the village of Cyffylliog say they have become used to the sight of hapless tourists looking for an Aldi supermarket down rural lanes

Politics

26 hours ago Italian mayor vows to stop sale of Neapolitan islet to wealthy speculator

Bacoli mayor says his administration wants to buy Punta Pennata and turn it into an ‘open-air museum’An Italian mayor has vowed to do everything in his power to stop Punta Pennata – a slice of island paradise close to the heart of Naples, from where a fleet departed to rescue survivors of the AD79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius – being sold to a wealthy speculator.Located within the pristine waters of Bacoli, a fishing town located in the vast volcanic area of the Campi Flegrei, and described as a “historical and natural gem”, the strip of land was put up for sale to the highest bidder this week. Continue reading...

Economics

6 hours ago Watch live: Outside US Supreme Court as TikTok’s final pleas against possible ban heard

Watch live as the US Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a bid by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to block a law intended to force the sale of the app by 19 January or face a ban on national security grounds.

Events

26 hours ago Scotland duo Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour's Napoli title charge could be hijacked by huge £70m deal

French giants lining up astronomical bid for Serie A sensation

Economics

7 hours ago ‘The worst way of dying’: scientists urge coordinated effort to stop whales getting tangled

Experts recorded 45 entanglements off Australia’s east coast in 2024 – but believe that’s ‘the tip of the iceberg’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAt least 45 whales were entangled by fishing ropes and line on the east coast in 2024, and experts are calling for better management of fishing gear in Australia to prevent marine suffering.Dr Olaf Meynecke, a marine scientist at Griffith University, said the issue of preventing whale entanglements was “largely ignored in Australia”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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4 hours ago Falkirk Council announces plans to scrap free uplift for people on low incomes

Councillors have been told the service is costing too much to run and everyone must pay something

Politics

27 hours ago Ayrshire residents struggling to pay energy debt urged to seek help as cold snap continues

Ayr MSP Siobhian Brown is urging people worried about energy debt to seek support following a Warm Homes event at the Scottish Parliament.

Economics

8 hours ago Police scour water and banks of river in Aberdeen to find missing sisters

Police boats and divers have been seen at the River Dee this morning.

Events

4 hours ago New video of two lynx prowling in Highlands amid major search for big cats

Police and wildlife experts are searching for the big cats near Kingussie.

Politics

27 hours ago The tiny beach hut on sale for the same price as a family home: Wooden cabin in Britain's beach hut property hotspot hits the market for £450,000

Mudeford Spit in Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, has emerged as one of the most desirable addresses for buyers seeking out picturesque coastal locations.

Economics

8 hours ago Swinney: Consumption room should help reduce ‘entirely unacceptable’ drug deaths

The First Minister has visited the UK’s first facility where drug users can inject in a clean and safe environment.

Events

5 hours ago We haven't been able to make calls since Christmas! Villagers' fury over weeks without phone signal

Locals in the seaside village of Lancing, West Sussex, say they've often been unable to make or receive phone calls since before Christmas .

Politics

27 hours ago Another Celtic exit, Rangers eye 29y/o, Hibs deal, debut clear, grim reality for one club

The latest transfer stories across Scottish football

Economics

8 hours ago Edinburgh's Hogmanay chiefs issue 'viable' statement over pressure to end fireworks for drones

There is growing pressure to end fireworks displays linked to Hogmanay celebrations

Events

5 hours ago Scots green groups call for climate action as 2024 named hottest year in record

Experts say last year was a 'watershed' year for the climate as the first to breach in full the 1.5C global warming limit.

Politics

28 hours ago Ninja air fryer sees massive price drop to less than £70 in January sales

The Ninja AF100 air fryer is currently on sale on the brand's website for £69.99, down from its usual price of £119.99 - so don't hang about if you want to pick one up

Economics

8 hours ago Cyriel Dessers sees Rangers transfer exit talks 'held' with club 'open' to striker sale

The hitman has fallen down the pecking order under Philippe Clement in recent weeks

Events

5 hours ago Ed Sheeran makes surprise appearance at Scottish library to launch new music education campaign

Singer-songwriter wants to give every young person in the UK the chance to ‘explore their potential through music’

Politics

28 hours ago Solicitor who stole £146m from investors and spent it on boat, cars and Lake District shooting and fishing estate is told to pay back just £1m

Timothy Schools, 65, was jailed for 14 years in August 2022 for pocketing cash invested into Cayman Islands-registered Axiom Legal Financing Fund.

Economics

9 hours ago Emmerdale characters rumoured to leave in 2025 amid deadly car crash and lake horror

Emmerdale has teased a first look at what's to come this February, with a terrifying car crash and a frozen lake set to rock the village and put lives at risk

Events

6 hours ago Manchester City given encouragement in Marmoush chase and eye Khusanov

Frankfurt may consider €60m-plus bid for forwardCity also preparing £33m bid for Palmeiras’s Vítor ReisManchester City are considering testing Eintracht Frankfurt’s resolve to keep highly-rated forward Omar Marmoush with a formal bid while also monitoring Lens centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov and preparing an offer of €40m (£33m) for Palmeiras’s 18-year-old defender Vítor Reis.While Frankfurt’s official stance is that Marmoush is not for sale, it is understood the club, currently third in the Bundesliga, may countenance a €60m-plus (£50m-plus) offer for the 25-year-old Egyptian, who has scored 18 goals and provided 12 assists in all competitions this season. Continue reading...

Politics

29 hours ago Prestigious Scottish university cuts deficit to £8.5m after 'swift and decisive action'

‘No plans’ for further voluntary severance scheme at ancient Scottish institution

Economics

9 hours ago CCTV captures twin sisters walking near Scottish river before disappearance

Police have issued an appeal in the search for missing sisters Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, who were last seen in Aberdeen city centre on 7 January 2025, three days ago.

Events

6 hours ago BBC series exposes Scottish Tinder Swindler who preyed on women using dating apps

Christopher Harkins was convicted and jailed last year for terrorising women after meeting them on dating apps.

Politics

30 hours ago Debenhams £38 luxury makeup brush set now £12 with matching £30 bag for £7

Beauty fans looking to upgrade their brushes can enjoy huge savings of up to 76% thanks to Debenhams latest sale

Economics

10 hours ago Ontario leader warns of ‘pain’ for US if Trump moves forward with tariffs on Canada

Premier of most populous province says rhetoric clouds trade relationship worth hundreds of billions of dollarsThe United States will “feel pain” if Donald Trump doesn’t back down from his threat to impose steep tariffs on its northern neighbour, the leader of Canada’s most populous province has warned.After a tumultuous week that left Canadian leaders flailing for a coherent national response to Trump’s provocations – including the suggestion that the US would annex its closest ally – Ontario premier Doug Ford told the Guardian: “We will never be for sale.” Continue reading...

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7 hours ago Britain suffers coldest January night in 15 years as Met Office map shows where temperatures are set to plunge even further with chance of

Overnight temperatures dropped to -14.5C in Altnaharra, a small hamlet in the Scottish Highlands,making it the coldest January overnight temperature since 2010.

Politics

31 hours ago Professional £38 makeup brushes slashed to £12 and 'classy' £29 bag now £7

Beauty enthusiasts can refresh their makeup collection for just a few pounds with Debenhams' latest sale

Economics

10 hours ago Ontario leader warns of ‘pain’ for US if Trump imposes tariffs on Canada

Premier of most populous province says rhetoric clouds trade relationship worth hundreds of billions of dollarsThe United States will “feel pain” if Donald Trump doesn’t back down from his threat to impose steep tariffs on its northern neighbour, the leader of Canada’s most populous province has warned.After a tumultuous week that left Canadian leaders flailing for a coherent national response to Trump’s provocations – including the suggestion that the US would annex its closest ally – the Ontario premier, Doug Ford, told the Guardian: “We will never be for sale.” Continue reading...

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