55 minutes ago Head to 'brightest place in the world' direct from Scotland for perfect January escape

In January Vilnius, Lithuania holds a spectacular light festival and visiting won't break the bank

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94 minutes ago From fast food to funerals: 'I became a single mum at 19, now I’m 25 and have landed my dream job'

A 25-year-old single mum from Scotland says her six-year-old son inspired her to plan her own funeral.

Society

69 minutes ago Inside Rod Stewart's £2.5m birthday celebrations with huge nod to his Scottish roots

The Maggie May rocker is a 'Cockney Scot' who showed off his strong roots as he celebrated his big birthday in the Caribbean with his family - and we don't just mean his love of Celtic.

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3 hours ago Yamaha’s unique retro CD player has a feature that let’s you party like it’s 1999

It’s still possible to buy a decent compact disc player for not too much money and this Yamaha model that I’ve just added to my system is one of a kind.

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52 minutes ago Rangers vs Aberdeen injury news: 10 out and three doubts as Philippe Clement waits on defensive duo

Here is the early team news ahead of Rangers vs Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership at Ibrox.

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4 hours ago Franz Ferdinand at Edinburgh Liquid Rooms: 14 pictures of the band's album launch show

It was a memorable Sunday for Franz Ferdinand fans

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93 minutes ago How to tell if you have HMPV, Covid or the flu? Five common HMPV symptoms in adults you shouldn't ignore

Symptoms can be similar to the cold and flu 🤒

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60 minutes ago UK's 'healthiest city' is in Scotland with twice the green space of London

According to new research, Edinburgh offers an abundance of green spaces, parks and health-focused stores - and it's a travel favourite

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2 hours ago ‘Secret’ Scottish fish restaurant to close as venue is turned into new pan

A speakeasy style Scottish fish restaurant has closed down, less than a year after opening.

Society

84 minutes ago New Year's resolutions: 7 practical tips to keep your budget resolution on track in January

If you’re feeling the January blues, stay inspired and take control of your finances 💸

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3 hours ago Speak up, Andy! Novak Djokovic tells new coach Murray to get more vocal in first match working together

MATTHEW LAMBERT IN MELBOURNE: The Scot took his place in the new courtside coaching pods but, as plush and padded as those seats are, he was not always sitting comfortably.

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63 minutes ago Oscar Odds 2025: Here are the 11 favourites for the Academy Award for Best Picture

The Oscars race is now entering its final phase.

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8 hours ago What time is Love Island: All Stars on TV tonight? ITV channel and start time for 2025 show

Love Island: All Stars returns to TV tonight - and the start time has been confirmed 📺

Culture

4 hours ago Dog Frostbite and Hypothermia: Expert advice on symptoms of cold weather conditions

Dogs can suffer from these potentially-lethal conditions during chilly winters.

Science

62 minutes ago Popular playpark in Dumfries and Galloway forest closes to fell diseased trees

Forestry and Land Scotland hopes the facility in Mabie Forest will be back open in time for April’s Easter holidays.

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4 hours ago What food is toxic for dogs? The 9 dangerous common household foods that you should never feed your dog

Here’s what you need to know 🐶

Society

3 hours ago Tesco selling £20 heated hoodie that 'warms up in minutes' and 'cuts energy bills'

The supermarket has reduced the price of the Silentnight Heated Hoodie, which is made from 'super soft fleece and a snuggly sherpa'

Economics

5 hours ago 'Strange': Andy Murray's coaching debut survives scare as Novak Djokovic pushed by WhatsApp mimic wildcard

Serb takes down talented American to advance in Melbourne

Sport

74 minutes ago Kiena Dawes: Three cops under investigation over contact with abused woman before suicide

Three police officers are facing disciplinary hearings over contact they had with Kiena Dawes before she took her own life following years of physical abuse at the hands of Ryan Wellings

Events

34 hours ago What time is Dancing on Ice on TV tonight? ITV start time for 2025 reality show

Dancing on Ice is skating back onto ITV tonight 🚨

Culture

78 minutes ago West Calder Judo Club coach named JudoScotland’s Community Coach of the Year

Stephanie Roulston's prestigious accolade is part of the JudoScotland Coaching and Volunteering Awards, a national programme celebrating the dedication and hard work of judo’s workforce across Scotland.

Politics

5 hours ago Bearded Theory 2025: English Teacher and Paul Heaton among the new names as festival makes second announcement

Bearded Theory reveal over 50 new acts in their second festival announcement this morning 🎪

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5 hours ago January drink deals: discover unique spirits with discounted Advent calendars

Christmas may be behind us, but the season for great deals is far from over.

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6 hours ago This unique Yamaha CD player has a feature that let’s you party like it’s 1999

It’s still possible to buy a decent compact disc player for not too much money and this Yamaha model that I’ve just added to my system is one of a kind.

Sport

87 minutes ago Children diagnosed with cancer may be more likely to die if they are obese, study finds

Cancer sadly affects hundreds of children and young people in Scotland every year, and weight has been found to play a significant part in their ability to recover.

Events

35 hours ago Landowner and music festival founder claims mass pylons will 'ruin' Highlands

Hundreds of miles of new powerlines and pylons are due to cross the Highlands.

Culture

89 minutes ago NHS doctor explains simple brain shuffling method to help you fall asleep in minutes

Instead of counting sheep, try this technique the next time you can't fall asleep.

Politics

12 hours ago Scots student plans festival to fund delivery of ambulances to Ukraine and Gaza

Umran Ali Javaid has driven dozens of emergency vehicles to areas blighted by conflict.

Society

6 hours ago UK chemical manufacturing facing ‘extinction’, says Ineos boss Ratcliffe

The businessman spoke out after Ineos confirmed the closure of the UK’s only synthetic ethanol production plant at Grangemouth in Scotland.

Economics

9 hours ago Rangers transfers: 11 players who could leave Ibrox in January and six who are expected to stay

Here are 11 players that could leave Rangers in the January transfer window - and six who are expected to stay.

Sport

1 hour ago Road rage Karen learns very painful lesson after attacking man who tried to walk away from her

A 'Karen' who was caught on camera in an apparent road rage incident on January 4 in Toledo, Ohio soon learned a painful lesson after a male passenger in another car walked away from her.

Events

91 minutes ago WWE on Netflix: What is the exact time WWE Raw is airing in the UK and what’s planned for the show already?

The Judgement Day collide and Sheamus is out for revenge on tonight's WWE Raw 🥊

Politics

27 hours ago BBC Strictly's Dr Punam Krishan reveals reason she won't be on live tour

BBC Strictly Come Dancing Scots star Dr Punam Krishan, who was partnered with Gorka Marquez, has opened up about her time on the show and why she won't be taking part in the live tour.

Society

7 hours ago New Winter Fuel Payment update on legal bid to reverse cuts for all pensioners

The case against the Scottish and UK Governments could see the eligibility rule change deemed ‘unlawful’.

Economics

27 hours ago Andy Murray makes thoughts clear on greatest tennis star ever as he coaches Novak Djokovic

All eyes will be on Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic over the next fortnight at the Australian Open as the Scot sets his former rival a new challenge, having crowned him tennis' 'GOAT'

Sport

1 hour ago Woman is arrested after arranging a Valentine's Day threesome for her boyfriend with a prostitute during trip to Stockholm after the escort was shocked by 'disgusting things' they wanted to do

A woman has been arrested for arranging a Valentine's Day threesome with a prostitute for her boyfriend, after the sex worker said she was shocked by the 'disgusting things' they wanted to do. 

Events

1 hour ago Key SPFL dates for 2025/26 season announced as big Premiership kick off and League Cup schedule revealed

Fans can start putting the dates for next season in their diaries as SPFL confirms Scottish football calendar

Politics

35 hours ago 'Shocked' building firm issues apology after demolishing childhood home of AC/DC rock stars

Company promises to create ‘special space’ to commemorate site

Society

7 hours ago Glasgow’s Macfarlane Group seals ‘unique and exciting’ £18 million takeover of Scottish rival

“The acquisition represents a unique and exciting opportunity to grow our business in Scotland and provide in-house supply to our businesses in the north of England” – Peter Atkinson, CEO

Economics

28 hours ago Andy Murray could REVERSE his retirement decision, John McEnroe teases, despite Scot coaching old rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open

EXCLUSIVE BY DAN DAVIS: Andy Murray, a three-time Grand Slam champion, brought an end to his glittering career after bowing out of the Paris Olympics last August.

Sport

1 hour ago Shocking moment woman is attacked by a capybara while swimming in a lake

Video shows how a paddle with the huge rodent took a sinister turn when it launched itself at the swimmer and attacked at a lake in northern Colombia

Events

1 hour ago Slash laundry drying time with simple washing machine trick that takes minutes

Cleaning expert Lynsey Crombie, also known as the Queen of Clean, has shared a simple tip to slash the drying time for your towels and bedding this winter - and it's proven to be a hit

Politics

8 hours ago I have forked out £5,000 to attend my friend's destination wedding but now she wants a hen do abroad as well

A woman revealed on British parenting platform Mumsnet that she is paying £5,000 to attend a friend's wedding abroad but now she also wants a destination hen party, which will cost £1,000

Economics

32 hours ago Friends fans are only just realising 'biggest ever lie told' during hit TV show

A woman has gone viral after she shared a post about how TV shows such as Friends have set people up for failure when it comes to adult life and even friendships

Sport

1 hour ago How Rangers could receive transfer boost after 'bloated squad' admission from EFL boss

Rangers are hoping to sign a defender this month - and could be set for a boost.

Events

1 hour ago Silver casket believed to have belonged to Mary, Queen of Scots drawing crowds to Kirkcudbright Galleries

The pure silver object is on display just a few miles from Dundrennan Abbey, where Mary spent her last hours on Scottish soil in 1568.

Politics

11 hours ago Fresh standstill funding fears for Scottish arts events and venues despite £34m boost for industry

Warning over prospect of Creative Scotland being forced to ‘spread the jam really thinly’ when funding decisions are made

Economics

1 hour ago Horror as woman attacked by world's largest rodent while swimming in lake

The capybara launched itself at the woman as she was swimming in a lake in the South American country of Colombia and started to attack her by gnawing at her head

Events

2 hours ago ‘Our computer sampler cost more than a house!’: how the Korgis made Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime

‘I wrote it in 20 minutes one Sunday morning and there have now been more than 50 cover versions. My favourite is the brooding one Beck did for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind’We’d had a Top 20 single in the UK with If I Had You and were recording our second Korgis album, Dumb Waiters. I was living in Bath and had a piano in the flat that I couldn’t really play – I am a guitarist and bass player. But regardless, I battled away at the ivories every day trying to come up with interesting chord sequences. Continue reading...

Politics

11 hours ago Three Scottish colleges in 'financial distress' handed more than £8.3m in lifeline funding

Loans and grant support agreed for partners at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Economics

2 hours ago Winter Sun Direct From Scotland: Here are 11 warm destinations to fly to in February

Feeling the need for some vitamin D?

Events

2 hours ago Fresh summit on youth violence hailed 'step in right direction' by campaigners

First Minister John Swinney hosted the emergency event at St Andrew's House in Edinburgh on Monday.

Politics

18 hours ago How £380million is being added to your bills to pay wind farms for NOT producing electricity

Scottish wind farms have been handed an astonishing £380million for not generating electricity as so-called 'constraint payments' reach a historic high.

Economics

2 hours ago Nicola Sturgeon & Peter Murrell: The warning once delivered by Alex Salmond to SNP's power couple

Nicola Sturgeon announced her split from husband Peter Murrell on Instagram

Events

2 hours ago Naomi Osaka sent someone to save daughter’s birth certificate from LA home

The two-time former champion is keeping track of the fire maps from Australia.

Politics

18 hours ago Scott McTominay's Napoli increase Serie A lead amid more £40m Man Utd links as Scotland ace ends drought

Rollercoaster weekend in Italy for number of Scotland stars

Economics

3 hours ago Tributes paid to Tartan Army foot soldier hailed as 'one of a kind' after death

Billy Gilfillan - who was known as Gil or Billy G - died aged 63 following the "bravely fought illness" on Sunday, January 5.

Events

2 hours ago Alex Salmond hailed as 'Alex Ferguson of Scottish politics' as senior SNP figures face backlash

Professor James Mitchell described the former first minister as "confrontational" but "who got results".

Politics

21 hours ago Woman takes a dump on shop floor so partner can make off with £400 worth of stuff

Police in Florida, US, say a manhunt is underway for two shoplifters after a woman took a dump on a shop floor so her male accomplice could steal around £400 worth of cleaning products

Economics

3 hours ago It is morally wrong not to open safer drug consumption room, says councillor

Allan Casey said ‘all eyes are on Glasgow’ as the UK’s first safer drug consumption room opens its doors.

Events

2 hours ago Scottish Government backs appeal by house builders to redevelop site in West Lothian village

Plans to squeeze 125 homes onto the banks of the river Almond would destroy the habitat of otters and the ancient landscape of a drovers road, residents warned when the proposal was first aired in 2022.

Politics

24 hours ago Woman pooed on shop floor as distraction while partner stole £400 of cleaning products

Police in Florida, US, have released CCTV footage of two alleged shoplifters, one of whom is said to have distracted horrified staff by taking a poo on the shop floor

Economics

3 hours ago Senior woman plied kids with booze as they shoveled snow before attempted sexual assault, cops say

‘The juveniles were speaking in a nonsensical way exclaiming that a lady had just got them drunk and touched them’ said Pittsburgh Police

Events

2 hours ago The Scottish academic who travels on 'vomit comet' shuttle to create a 3D printing factory in space

The technology would print 3D components on demand in space

Politics

26 hours ago Woman shares three 'honest' weight loss tips after shedding 15 pounds in three months

Natalie Arnell went from 12st 2lb to 11st 1lb in just three months after completing the '75 Hard' challenge

Economics

3 hours ago Senior woman plowed kids with booze as they shoveled snow before attempted sexual assault, cops say

‘The juveniles were speaking in a nonsensical way exclaiming that a lady had just got them drunk and touched them’ said Pittsburgh Police

Events

2 hours ago Funding your side hustle: top ideas to finance a 2025 passion project, from government grants to crowd funding

If you’re ready to turn a passion into a side hustle, there are creative ways to get the funds you need 💡

Politics

34 hours ago Five sunny destinations for January travel – including hotspot with £17.99 flights

There are plenty of places to visit in January which are hot and perfect for a break away. Now Skyscanner shared its top picks for a last-minute holiday with cheap prices

Economics

4 hours ago Price rises: full list of UK shops and high street retailers warning of 2025 hikes, including Amazon and Boots

Retailers are gearing up for price hikes, and some say job losses could follow 😬

Events

2 hours ago See incredible pictures of Scotland from the air to go on show in new Highlands exhibition

The exhibition opens this weekend

Politics

4 hours ago Celtic sponsors troll Union Bears over Ibrox walkout as 55th minute protest backfires

The Rangers ultras sparked a furious backlash from their fellow fans at Ibrox by flooding for the exits against St Johnstone

Events

2 hours ago Councillors meet to consider update to rapid rehousing plan for West Lothian

RRTP is part of the Scottish Government ambitions to end homelessness

Politics

4 hours ago Dundee vs Celtic injury news: 7 out with transfer exits looming and Brendan Rodgers sweating on key man

Here is the latest injury news ahead of Dundee v Celtic in the Scottish Premiership at Dens Park on Tuesday evening.

Events

2 hours ago Nicola Sturgeon & Peter Murrell: The rise and fall of the SNP's former power couple

Nicola Sturgeon announced her split from husband Peter Murrell on Instagram

Politics

4 hours ago Union Bears look away now as Rangers protest own goal sparks Hotline hammering – 'the Keystone Cops of Scotland'

Andy Newport took your calls as the Ibrox walkout backfired and that was never going to escape the

Events

2 hours ago Who is Nicola Sturgeon's husband Peter Murrell? Meet the former SNP chief charged with embezzlement during party funds probe

Peter Murrell is best known for being the husband of former Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Nicola Sturgeon, but who is the man behind Scotland's first ever female first minister?

Politics

5 hours ago Migrant who raped sleeping woman avoids deportation after claiming he is 'bisexual' and HIS life would be in danger if sent back to Jamaica

A migrant who raped a sleeping woman won't be deported because his life would be in danger if he was sent back to Jamaica because he is 'bisexual', a specialist tribunal heard.

Events