21 h. ago Sir Chris Hoy's wife reveals their children's heartbreaking reaction to his terminal cancer diagnosis

The cycling legend and Olympic champion was given the crushing news he was battling cancer in September 2023 after visiting the doctos about discomfort in his shoulder and ribs.

Science

4 d. ago Two Ayrshire regions 'most in need' net £40m jackpot for makeover plans

Both South and North Ayrshire were named among a list of Scotland’s ‘most in need’ places that will now benefit from UK Government funding.

Economics

5 d. ago Dramatic Scottish railway route named among world’s 10 most beautiful

The route has been named among the world’s top 10 scenic train journeys, famed for their dramatic landscapes and iconic landmarks.

Events

5 d. ago Sir Chris Hoy breaks leg in 'worst crash' as Olympic cycling legend undergoes treatment for prostate cancer

The six-times Olympic gold medal winner suffered the crash while mountainbiking

Events

5 d. ago Sir Chris Hoy breaks his leg in 'worst crash I've ever had', as he battles prostate cancer

The cycling legend and Olympic champion, 49, has suffered the major injury in the midst of his battle against terminal prostate cancer, which he was diagnosed with two years ago.

Events

5 d. ago Percy Jackson season 2 honours legend Danny Virtue with touching tribute

Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 on Disney+ includes a touching tribute to legend Danny Virtue - but who is the 'true pioneer'?

Politics

5 d. ago The top 12 winter baby boy names that evoke feelings of icy lochs and snow

WINTER is well upon us, with crisp mornings, cold fingers and frost-encrusted foliage - and soon-to-be parents everywhere are looking for the perfect name for their little one. Casinos comparator Pablo Casino gathered a list of unique monikers and used the latest data from the National Records of Scotland to discover the top 12 Scottish winter baby...

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5 d. ago The alluring Scottish island walk with magical waterfalls perfect for a winter escape

The trail was recently named among Scotland's top 10 most scenic winter walks

Politics

6 d. ago Pro Wrestling Scotland returning to Lanarkshire for second Christmas

Santa and some of Scotland's biggest grappling names - including stars who recently took part in tryouts for World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) - on the cracking card.

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8 d. ago Two Scottish walks named among UK's most Christmassy offering spectacular views

Experts ranked walks based on TripAdvisor scores, festive mentions, December snowfall, and closeness to pubs

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8 d. ago Historic Glasgow pub known for live trad music named best venue in Scotland

A SCOTS pub loved for its live music has been named best trad venue in Scotland. The Park Bar in Argyle Street won the coveted prize at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards on Saturday night. In what pub bosses described as a "wonderful night for the whole trad community", the lively Glasgow bar scooped...

Culture

9 d. ago Forget Hadrian’s Wall. The UK citizenship test should ask about Corrie, bus queues and Greggs | Emma Beddington

Questions about the Corn Laws and habeas corpus are abstruse and unrelated to modern life – as my French husband is finding. The test should instead ask about soap operas and sandwichesWhat medal did Mary Peters win in the 1972 Olympics? How many Scottish ski resorts are there? Where was Florence Nightingale born? Until I got these questions as exasperated screenshots from my husband, I had no idea, like any normal Briton (it’s gold, five and Italy, apparently). They came from an app he downloaded to revise for his Life in the UK test, a prerequisite for applying for citizenship. Other recent questions have featured the divine right of kings, Hadrian’s Wall fort names and trying minor crimes in Scotland. Can the test itself possibly be this hard? We’ll soon find out: he’s taking it next week, if he doesn’t give up and go back to France instead.Much has been written about the absurdity of the Life in the UK test – it’s inaccurate, partial and sloppily worded, unfit for purpose, a “ba...

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1 week ago Historic gardens in Scottish city named country's best building: What to know

The stunning site dates back all the way to 1879.

Politics

1 week ago Best Independent Schools in Scotland 2026: Sunday Times names top 10 Scottish secondaries for Higher exam results

These are the independent schools that excel when it comes to pupils’ Higher exam grades.

Politics

1 week ago Scotland's best spots for festive proposal this Christmas named

Here are the most romantic spots to pop the question.

Politics

1 week ago Highland hideaway named as Scotland's best boutique hotel with five more praised by judges

From the Highlands to the lowlands, Scotland’s boutique hotels have shone brightly in a nationwide guide.

Events

1 week ago Moment Lorraine Kelly reveals granddaughter looks like ALAN BRAZIL

LORRAINE KELLY is a household name in Scotland due to her many years spent as a television presenter. She's had her own self-titled breakfast programme for 15 years and has never kept her love of football hidden - a diehard supporter of Dundee United and follower of the Scottish National Team. Now, the 66-year-old has...

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1 week ago The hidden gem Christmas village near Glasgow named Scotland's 'most quirky'

The winter wonderland is the perfect December day out.

Politics

1 week ago Scotland's top 10 alcohol brands of 2025 named as beer dominates list

Popular lagers, whiskies, and gins have all been singled out.

Politics

2 w. ago The historic Highlands hotel named one of Scotland's best boutique hotels

It was praised for its "charm, grace and elegance".

Politics