6 h. ago Former principal to lead expert taskforce set up to help Dundee University

Sir Alan Langlands will head a strategic advisory taskforce set up by the Scottish Government to help the cash-strapped university.

Politics

11 h. ago Swinney demands ‘big and bold response’ from UK Government to Trump’s tariffs

The Scottish First Minister called on the UK Government to change its fiscal rules and reverse the recent rise in employer national insurance charges.

Politics

16 h. ago Former Scottish Government tsar Mark Logan takes up key role in performing arts

“Recognising and supporting this creative and performance supercluster could bring significant value for Glasgow and Scotland” – Mark Logan

Politics

17 h. ago Olivier winner John Lithgow attacks Trump’s second presidency as ‘a disaster’ for US arts

Speaking after his best actor victory, Lithgow said Donald Trump’s administration ‘has done some shocking, destructive things’ especially its takeover of the Kennedy CenterThe actor John Lithgow has described Donald Trump’s second presidency as “a pure disaster” for the arts in the US. Lithgow, speaking after his best actor victory at the Olivier awards in London on Sunday, singled out Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center, Washington DC’s national institution for the performing arts. “Our administration has done some shocking, destructive things,” he said, “but the one that grieves me most is taking over the Kennedy Center.”The US president is now chair of the prestigious cultural complex (which was founded as a government-funded, bipartisan venue) and has installed new board members and a new interim leader, loyalist Ric Grenell. The board had been in the process of selecting a successor to outgoing leader Deborah Rutter, who in January announced her intention to step down after ...

Events

17 h. ago Family of Christina McKelvie announce funeral and encourage mourners to wear certain colours in tribute

McKelvie, a former Scottish Government minister, died last month aged 57 from secondary breast cancer.

Politics

19 h. ago Rent increases to be capped at 6% under Scottish Government plans

Lets in rent control areas would be limited to rises of the rate of inflation plus 1% up to a maximum of 6%.

Politics

24 h. ago Caledonia songwriter to perform at traditional Scottish music festival

Creator of Scotland’s “unofficial national anthem” reflects on his career ahead of Glasgow gig

Culture

32 h. ago Scottish Government to hold emergency response meeting as wildfires ravage country

The disaster response came after a weekend of wildfires across the country, with a huge blaze that spread over a large area of forest in Galloway prompting evacuations.

Politics

34 h. ago Ryan Adams, 50, sparks worry after he is accused of being a 'rambling mess' during his performance at Belfast's Waterfront Hall

Ryan Adams has caused his fans to worry after he was accused of being a 'rambling mess' during his performance at Belfast's Waterfront Hall on Saturday. 

Politics

54 h. ago UK national insurance hike is inexplicable if growth is target, says Robison

Scotland’s Finance Secretary said the increase was bad for both business and public services.

Events

3 d. ago Jury orders Chevron to pay more than $744m for destroying Louisiana wetlands

Verdict marks end of the first trial of 42 lawsuits filed about 12 years ago, alleging firm’s projects destroyed the regionsChevron has been ordered to pay more than $744m in damages for destroying parts of south-east Louisiana’s coastal wetlands over the years.The ruling, which came in the form of a civil jury verdict on Friday, marks the conclusion of the first trial among 42 lawsuits filed about 12 years earlier which alleged that the company’s oil and gas projects have led to the degradation of the region’s wetlands. Among other things, the wetlands play a key role in offering the area a measure of protection from hurricanes. Continue reading...

Economics

3 d. ago Netflix fans ecstatic as 'underrated' show returns with unlikely star in key role

The fast-paced action series became a runaway hit when it first launched on Netflix in 2014.

Politics

4 d. ago Terrifying moment tiger mauls circus performer in front of screaming crowd

A tiger has mauled a circus performer in front of a screaming crowd in Egypt, forcing doctor to amputate his arm. 

Events

4 d. ago Eljamel inquiry chairman will ‘listen to those whose voices have not been heard’

Lord Weir is chairing a public inquiry into former Dundee-based neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel who left dozens of patients with life-changing injuries.

Politics

4 d. ago Scottish businesses say Trump tariffs 'major blow' as UK Government considers retaliation

The Prime Minister sought to assure business on Thursday morning

Politics

4 d. ago Trump tariffs are 'not good news' and 'damaging' for Scots, says John Swinney

The First Minister said in Holyrood that he would work with the UK Government "to protect Scottish business."

Politics

4 d. ago Jack Grealish determined to play a key role in Man City’s Champions League push

Grealish ended his Premier League goal drought in the comfortable win over Leicester on Wednesday.

Sport

4 d. ago Forbes calls on UK ministers to strike trade deal with US after Trump tariffs

The Scottish Deputy First Minister said the UK Government should ‘recognise the potential opportunities of a trade agreement with the US’.

Politics

5 d. ago Kathleen Turner, 70, leans on walker during rare public outing after sparking concern with 'slurring' performance

Kathleen Turner, 70, looked frail and shaky when she made her way along a New York City street to an awaiting vehicle with the help of a walker.

Politics

5 d. ago SNP demand for Rachel Reeves to tax the rich to stop further Scotland spending cuts

The Scottish Government has called for a wealth tax to be introduced to protect public services.

Economics