31 m. ago PopeCrave, brat fancams and 7m views: how Gen Z went wild for the papal conclave

The whole world is hanging on the promise of white smoke billowing out of the Sistine Chapel, but no one seems to be quite as enraptured as Gen Z. Maddy Mussen finds out what’s fuelling the unexpected obsession

Politics

33 m. ago Explore new Scottish road trip with EV guide for the South West Coastal 300

The SWC300 has been tailored for eco-conscious drivers and offers dramatic views, local food and historic stops through forests, coastlines and quaint villages

Politics

35 m. ago Doctor, 34, claimed he hid spycams inside bathroom air fresheners because he had 'small penis' and wanted to compare with other men

Yu Young Um, 34, secretly recorded over 24 people over the course of more than three years as they went to the toilet in a Scotland Airbnb and at staff accommodation.

Society

36 m. ago Nicola Packer abortion trial's most tragic details from traumatic delivery to body in bag

Nicola Packer, 45, wiped her eyes with a tissue after she was acquitted by a jury of "unlawfully administering to herself a poison or other noxious thing" with the intent to "procure a miscarriage"

Events

36 m. ago UK US trade deal: Donald Trump announces 'comprehensive' deal on 'special day'

The first details of the trade deal between the US and the UK was announced on Thursday.

Politics

38 m. ago Voices: Will Starmer’s US trade deal deliver for Britain? Join The Independent Debate

Keir Starmer’s swift US trade deal is being hailed as a diplomatic success– though some are still waiting to read the fine print. Where do you stand?

Economics

42 m. ago Inside Scottish coastal home that is 'perfect for young families' for sale

Sellers have described the home as "exceptional".

Society

44 m. ago VE Day 80: Find people in your family, town or city who died in World War II using our war graves search tool

Today marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War

Events

49 m. ago Scots luxury hotel worker took sordid photos of child in swimming pool cubicle

Peter Boniface was later snared with child abuse images and videos hidden on three devices at his former home in Kelso.

Society

52 m. ago Three football fans admit brawling with rival supporters in Airdrie pub before Scottish Cup clash

Shocking video footage showed bottles being thrown into the West End Bar as group of Airdrieonians fans confronted St Johnstone supporters and a fight spilled on to the street.

Sport

55 m. ago English voters face ‘democratic deficit’ without devolved parliament – MP

Unlike Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, England does not have a devolved national assembly.

Politics

69 m. ago A starters guide to bootlegs in 2025: from what they are to 13 of the most lucrative releases

What are bootlegs and what are the most coveted historical releases on the format?

Politics

77 m. ago Charity shop lover overjoyed with £2 item he'd been searching a whole decade for

TikTok user Josh Wright explained how he'd resisted the urge to buy it on eBay for around £60 after years of scouring car boot sales and charity shops for the board game

Economics

79 m. ago Armed cops lockdown Edinburgh road and arrest man amid 'gangland crackdown'

Officers stopped a vehicle on Salamander Street in Leith at around 3.30pm on May 7 in front of stunned eyewitnesses.

Events

85 m. ago Glasgow Orange Walk road closures as 2500 set to march through city

Some 2,500 are expected to walk from Glasgow Cathedral and across the city centre to Cessnock in the south west.

Politics

93 m. ago Girl, 7, found starving and locked in cupboard as cops search for missing sister

Ava Marie Gonzales's disappearance remained a mystery until last year, when her seven-year-old sister was found starving and locked in a closet.

Events

1 hour ago Virtual reality experience brings immersive Antarctic tour exploration to Scotland

The experience lets visitors explore historic Antarctic huts, meet penguins, ride a hydrogen balloon, feed huskies, and hear stories of survival and discovery

Politics

2 h. ago Why John Swinney branded the Tories a 'disgusting organisation' in highly

The row between John Swinney and Douglas Ross erupted over the £19,000 increase government ministers received last month.

Politics

2 h. ago John Swinney to vote against Assisted Dying being legalised in Scotland after 'agonising' over decision

MSPs will be given a free vote on the controversial legislation next week.

Politics

2 h. ago Shetland drug crime: Two men sentenced after being caught with heroin worth £135,000

Police discovered heroin with an estimated street value of £135,000 inside the vehicle of Nigel Scott and Matthew Smith in Lerwick.

Events