3 h. ago Gang war kingpin Ross McGill "arrested in Dubai" with crew of feared Scots mobsters

Five Scots gangland figures are reported to have been arrested by cops in the United Arab Emirates.

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17 h. ago Violent gang war in Scotland fuels explosion in firebomb attack figures

A dramatic increase in Scotland's arson attack figures in the first three months of this year has been blamed on firebombings linked to a violent gangland feud

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3 d. ago 'Drunk' Emirates passenger causing chaos on Dubai flight 'gives Geordies a bad name'

An 'unruly' man on board an Emirates flight to Dubai from Newcastle had to be restrained by cabin crew and fellow passengers after he had 'too much to drink' prior to the journey

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3 d. ago 'Unruly' man restrained by cabin crew and fellow passengers on Emirates flight

A man on board the Emirates flight to Dubai was restrained by cabin crew and fellow passengers

Politics

5 d. ago Shoplifting in Scotland 'effectively legalised' with retail staff 'fearing for safety'

Shop thefts have risen 17 per cent in the last year alone with the vast majority never investigated.

Politics

5 d. ago Bonnie Blue to target Scots university freshers in latest adult star stunt amid safety fears

Bonnie Blue and her "Freshers Bang Bus" are set to target Scots university freshers this week as fears over safety have been risen.

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7 d. ago We have been demonised as racists and xenophobes for years because of our fears over immigration. Now, the government is paying the price for treating millions like fools: GRAHAM GRANT

For years, writes GRAHAM GRANT, the Left characterised anyone who had concerns about rising and often uncontrolled immigration as xenophobes and racists.

Economics

8 d. ago Scots fear loved ones couldn’t cope financially without them

For many families the death of a loved one doesn’t just bring heartbreak, it brings financial fear, reveals news research.

Politics

1 week ago John Swinney statement on Israel 'risks safety, security and well

John Swinney has insisted he has done the right thing in accusing Israel of “genocide” despite fears it could risk the safety of Jews in Scotland.

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1 week ago Kieran Tierney makes two Celtic fears a reality after pulling out of Scotland squad

The left-back is out of Steve Clarke's squad for the World Cup qualifying double header with Denmark and Belarus

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1 week ago St Cuthbert Wanderers coach fears side will never have better chance to progress in Scottish Cup

The Kirkcudbright side were beaten 2-0 at home by Burntisland Shipyard thanks to two second half goals.

Politics

2 w. ago Police Scotland front line fears as 5% of cops eligible to retire

A total of 914 officers can opt to retire in the period up to June 30 next year, with a further 148 members of police staff also eligible.

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2 w. ago If war ever breaks out with this gang of strongmen, we may as well raise the white flag at Dover: BOB SEELY

The souvenir pictures of ramrod-backed world leaders standing alongside each other at international summits are known in the trade as 'family photos'.

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2 w. ago Scottish locals fear reintroduced eagles have swooped away with Shetland PONIES

Farmers have called for a government investigation amid fears that sea eagles are snatching ponies from an island herd.

Politics

2 w. ago Celtic injury crisis fears for key position allayed ahead of Rangers clash

Ralston picked up knock against Kairat but defender is expected to make it

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2 w. ago Jacob Fearnley: How nervy Scot made it to second round of US Open as next opponent confirmed

Fearnley provided bright end to a disappointing day for Britain

Politics

3 w. ago Why personal finance fears and immigration anxiety are two sides of the same coin

Immigration and personal finance fears are linked, writes Susan Murray.

Politics

3 w. ago Edinburgh police chief issues update on gang war raging across Scotland

Chief Superintendent David Robertson has provided an update on Operation Portaledge - launched in response to the gangland feud which erupted five months ago.

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3 w. ago Gangland kingpin Ross McGill introduced to life of crime by cocaine

The Dubai-based gangster met Gordon Blackwood when he was aged just 16.

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3 w. ago Gang war not expected to 'abate' says top cop as she admits force under pressure

Deputy Chief Constable Jane Connors brought up Operation Portaledge during a Scottish Police Authority meeting.

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