8 m. ago Police chief's advice that the public should confront shoplifters is branded 'complete and utter idiocy' by former Scotland Yard expert who warns it will INCREASE crime

Matthew Barber, the PCC for Thames Valley said tackling thieves was not just a job for police and criticised onlookers for simply filming instances of crime.

Events

21 m. ago Loch Ness campers spot something mysterious in the water and it's not Nessie

The mysterious object surprised onlookers.

Politics

25 m. ago 5 NHS tips for avoiding heatstroke as temperatures to hit 30C in Scotland

The health service has warned of the dangers hot weather can bring.

Events

27 m. ago Chairman of Sheku Bayoh Inquiry decides against recusing himself

Lord Bracadale has refused an application for him to step down from the Scottish Police Federation, Pc Craig Walker and Nicole Short.

Politics

33 m. ago AD FEATURE: Your job title could hike your car insurance costs by £400 but you can cut prices

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Economics

36 m. ago 'Quirky' Scottish artist's flat with paintings covering all walls and ceilings up for sale

The brightly-coloured flat will go under the hammer later this month.

Politics

40 m. ago Dandadan season 2: What time is Dan Da Dan out on Netflix? Episode 7 timings for US and UK

Dandadan’s second season is set to continue on Netflix and Crunchyroll 👽👻

Politics

40 m. ago 10 beaches in Scotland you need to visit before the end of summer

Here are some of the country's best sandy bays to head to this August.

Politics

45 m. ago Best Ice Cream in Scotland 2025: Here are Scotsman readers' favourite 10 places to pick up a cone

Fancy a cone? All these places have an army of fans who think they’re the best in Scotland.

Politics

48 m. ago Does My Dog Have Heatstroke? Vet reveals symptoms and advice on how to protect pets from the heat

It’s important to keep an eye on pets when temperatures rise.

Politics

57 m. ago ‘Incredible’ $200,000 gift allows US actor to stage twin Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows

“It’s an astonishing act of generosity that made the dream of sharing my work on a global stage in a magical city like Edinburgh a reality” – Jason Woods

Culture

59 m. ago Leeds Festival: House of Protection forced to drop out of this year’s event due to health issues

The pair were also scheduled to perform at the Heavy Music Awards later this month

Society

70 m. ago Billy Ocean Glasgow Kelvingrove Bandstand Stage Times: Gig set times, support, weather forecast, tickets, setlist

One of the world’s biggest singing stars is in Scotland this week.

Politics

71 m. ago Hobbycraft stores closing: arts and craft chain closing down 9 more UK shops – full list of closures near me

Crafters fear losing a creative lifeline as the retailer’s latest cuts spark concern 🎨

Politics

71 m. ago Jet off for a Christmas market tour in a mystery country for just £99 per person with this deal

This mystery holiday offer could take you to Lapland, New York or Rome for just £99 per person, hotel included

Economics

74 m. ago Edmunds SUV test: The new Nissan Armada takes a run at the Chevrolet Tahoe

Car buyers seeking stout full-size SUVs might want to consider the Chevrolet Tahoe and Nissan Armada

Politics

77 m. ago Moment 'road rage' row explodes into violence in broad daylight as woman is put into a headlock during melee

Footage posted online shows a driver in a pink T-shirt clashing with three women after stopping his car in the middle of the road.

Events

78 m. ago Battlefield 6 beta: what time can you play Battlefield 6 beta again? Start time confirmed

Battlefield 6’s open beta will return and players have another chance to try it 🎮

Economics

81 m. ago Former Holyrood presiding officer Sir George Reid dies aged 86

The ex-journalist oversaw the move to the new Scottish Parliament building at the foot of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

Events

83 m. ago Two deny murder of man shot outside silent disco in south London

Leroy Mitchell, 35, was killed in a car park in Birdhurst Road, Croydon, south London, on October 2 2021

Events