31 m. ago Starmer under fire as Mandelson sacked in wake of Epstein revelations

Peer says he “deeply regrets” circumstances of departure as opponents question who knew what and when at Downing Street

Events

70 m. ago Major Rangers v Hearts team call, Celtic transfer talked up, free agent chase

The big newslines from Premiership press conferences ahead of SPFL return

Politics

91 m. ago Highland crash: A832 road closed after crash at Poolewe involving motorbike and campervan

The road remains closed.

Events

1 hour ago ScotRail 'sorry' after Scots passenger endures 'nightmare' commuter train

A concerned passenger said they wonder "how long it will be until someone is seriously injured".

Politics

2 h. ago The four symptoms of chickenpox that parents should look out for as children return to school and nursery

Children can catch and carry chickenpox before symptoms show 🐔

Society

2 h. ago Evil killer threw boiling water and sugar over young Scot before fatal stab to heart

In his evidence, the thug claimed Mr Gray had ended up "raging" at one stage and left.

Events

2 h. ago Watch: Scottish schoolchildren team up with TikTok viral sensation Kabin Crew in rap song on Gaelic heritage

The Edinburgh children are pupils at the Gaelic primary school

Culture

2 h. ago Kilwinning Rangers ordered to replay Scottish Cup tie after rules breach

They'll have to face Penicuik Athletic once more following the error

Politics

3 h. ago Four day working week 'could lead to rise in excess boozing' expert warns

Recent trials of a four-day week at Scottish public bodies are welcome but a 'one-size-fits-all approach' may not work in every workplace, psychologists said.

Events

3 h. ago Two Scots who emigrated to China more than a decade ago are organising Shanghai’s first ­Highland Games

Cameron Wilson and Sarah Armstrong came up with the idea to bring the best Scottish traditions to their new home.

Politics

3 h. ago Scots Crime writer Chris Brookmyre's son Jack makes it as a comedian

Rising comedy star Jack Brookmyre has admitted it can be a good ice-breaker if people know who his dad is.

Events

3 h. ago Luxury ‘celebrity retreat’ on banks of famous Scottish Loch Lomond for sale at £8 million

“This is one of the most remarkable lifestyle investment opportunities in Scotland” – John Rae, Knight Frank

Economics

3 h. ago The seven ways to protect yourself from catching the flu and prepare for flu season

Last year, more than 300,000 hospital beds were taken up by patients with the flu 🤧

Politics

3 h. ago Scotland tour of Hercules the Bear show to begin in Ayrshire this month

A new show telling the true story of Hercules the Bear will begin its tour of Scotland at Ayr's Gaiety Theatre on Saturday, September 27.

Politics

3 h. ago Aldi confirms it will be closing all UK stores for three days over Christmas

The discount retailer will close over 1,000 shops across England, Scotland and Wales over the period

Politics

3 h. ago Plant lovers in Livingston later this month for Scotland’s Autumn gardening event

Organised by the Scottish Rock Garden Club, this free public event at the Howden Park Centre appeals to both the seasoned gardener and those with a general interest in plants.

Politics

3 h. ago Scottish region known for whisky and dolphin spotting named among UK's top fell running spots

The Scottish region has been named the UK’s ninth best fell running destination by Blacks.

Politics

3 h. ago Octopuses prefer to use different arms for different tasks, scientists find

Creatures favour front arms for most tasks, study suggests, despite fact all eight arms are capable of all actionsWhile some humans find they have two left feet on the dancefloor, octopuses manage to coordinate eight highly flexible arms across a host of behaviours, from foraging to den-building, or moving around the seafloor.Now researchers say they have completed the most comprehensive study of its kind, not only identifying the actions and small motions involved in different types of movements, but revealing that – like primates, rodents and fish – the cephalopods prefer to use particular limbs for certain tasks. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago The 'cosy' Scottish Highlands bed and breakfast you can book for half price this autumn

"Lovely hotel with a great breakfast."

Politics

3 h. ago Devastated mum to walk Edinburgh Kiltwalk in memory of son after brain tumour battle

Ashley McKenzie’s six-year-old son Jaxon died just eight months after being diagnosed with a rare brain stem tumour.

Events