21 h. ago Scots shop robbed by thugs with fake gun, meat cleaver and hammer

A worker was threatened with weapons during a raid of Mid Calder Convenience Store around 7pm on Monday evening.

Events

22 h. ago Airport security uncover £1m drug stash inside electric wheelchair

The National Crime Agency says the concealment ‘shows the ingenuity crime groups employ to smuggle cocaine’

Events

22 h. ago Airport security check uncovers £1m cocaine stash hidden in electric wheelchair

The wheelchair contained 11 packages, weighing 12kg, concealed in the seat and backrest.

Economics

29 h. ago Caledonian Sleeper launches online gift shop with ‘golden ticket’ giveaway

Caledonian Sleeper has partnered with Glasgow-based ORB Group to launch its first-ever online gift shop, allowing both guests and fans of the overnight train the chance to be amongst the first to get their hands on one-of-a-kind, official merchandise.

Politics

4 d. ago Fears of second Mexican cartel 'death camp' as grim odour leads to horror discovery

Specially trained experts and sniffer dogs were called to Macuspana, Mexico, after neighbours complained of a horrendous smell coming from a deserted house - there are fears it might be a cartel 'death camp'

Events

4 d. ago Inside Edinburgh's bold new 'big Italian sandwiches' shop that's taken over former bagel outlet

If you like big doorstoppers for lunch, this is the place to go

Politics

5 d. ago Cops to crack down on shoplifters in Lanarkshire as new taskforce targets areas with highest retail crime

The Retail Crime Taskforce will address a rise in offences such as shoplifting and was created following a £3m funding allocation from the Scottish Government.

Events

5 d. ago WHSmith sale: What now for 480 high street shops under ‘unknown’ TGJones brand?

“TGJones will have to do something remarkable on pricing to lure in the punters” – Russ Mould, AJ Bell

Economics

6 d. ago Asda: UK groceries shopping retailer to give staff generous pay rise and invest £80m to increase wages, jobs

The firm is bringing pay boosts and family-friendly benefits for thousands of staff 💼

Economics

6 d. ago The Scottish Highlands village with 'perfect' fish and chip shop and Outlander abbey

Whether you're an Outlander fan or just love a good fish supper, our latest Village of the Week is for you.

Politics

8 d. ago Huge haul of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes seized in Greater Manchester town

A specialist detection dog joined the sting

Events

9 d. ago Two Scottish record shops crowned among 'greatest in the world'

Music fans will likely know the spots that made the prestigious list

Politics

9 d. ago 'I'll chin you if you f*** us about' warned 'BigSh*gger' in £5million smuggling plot

A man who adopted the pseudonym 'BigSh*gger' appeared in court after he smuggled several illegal cigarettes into the UK craftily hidden in a shipment full of pasta

Events

9 d. ago More than 1,100 detained in Turkey amid huge demonstrations over mayor’s arrest – Europe live

Tens of thousands gathered in Istanbul with unrest likely to continue over treatment of presidential challenger to ErdoğanThe Danish national police force said it has sent extra personnel and sniffer dogs to Greenland as the island steps up security measures ahead of a planned visit this week by second lady Usha Vance, AP reports.Spokesperson René Gyldensten said the extra officers were part of regular steps taken during visits by dignitaries to Greenland, a self-governing, mineral-rich territory of American ally Denmark. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Danish police fly extra forces to Greenland ahead of Second Lady Usha Vance's visit

A spokesman for the Danish national police force says it has sent extra personnel and sniffer dogs to Greenland as the icy island steps up security measures ahead of a planned visit this week by Second Lady Usha Vance

Events

9 d. ago Illegal cigarette smuggler warned 'I'll chin you and shoot your boss if you f*** us about'

Andrew Brennan trafficked £5million of illicit tobacco products including 'very good copies' of Mayfair and Chesterfield cigarettes from Greece and Belgium

Events

1 week ago Best kilt makers to embrace Scottish heritage: Where to buy or hire the best

A kilt for every occasion – wear it like a true Scot

Politics

1 week ago Pet Shop Boys and Scissor Sisters announced for huge performance at Sandringham Estate

Heritage Live’s season of summer events gets a little more theatrical with their latest announcement

Politics

1 week ago I went to the newest shop on Edinburgh's Princes Street and this is what I bought

It’s opened in a former Samsung shop

Politics

1 week ago Miniso Edinburgh: "I went to the newest shop on Edinburgh's Princes Street and this is what I bought"

It’s opened in a former Samsung shop

Politics