40 m. ago Tourist tax Scotland: Aberdeen bosses 'gambling' over plan to introduce one of Europe's highest levies

Aberdeen’s proposals for a 7 per cent levy could see tourists charged more than they would in major European cities like Barcelona and Rome.

Economics

63 m. ago ‘They stole it from us’: How Spain can reclaim their moment after Luis Rubiales scandal

After the tournament where ‘everything changed’, both off and on the pitch, world champions Spain arrive at Euro 2025 with the sense of new opportunity, writes Miguel Delaney

Politics

2 h. ago Scots kids 'heartbroken' by flood of fake Labubu dolls as counterfeit craze spirals out of control

Advice Direct Scotland said counterfeit Labubu dolls – the latest toy craze – were duping collectors, draining wallets and disappointing kids.

Events

2 h. ago Childhood obesity in Scotland 'growing alarmingly' as experts call for food industry crackdown

Young Scots from the most deprived parts of the country have double the risk of experiencing obesity than those livng in the most affluent areas.

Society

2 h. ago John Swinney urged not to drop Scotland's ban on cash for weapons in face of Russia threat

The First Minister said he could 'reconsider' the SNP's longstanding policy against directly funding munitions amid the threat from Putin.

Events

2 h. ago Eight beautiful Scottish island paradises to visit for summer holiday

From Skye in the Inner Hebrides to Unst in Shetland.

Politics

3 h. ago FBI Special Agent supervisor hired prostitutes on assignments, watchdog claims

This is not the first time FBI agents have been accused of hiring prostitutes while stationed overseas

Events

4 h. ago Revealed: How Ben Duckett went from bete noire to best in the world

Words of contentment were not reserved solely for the performance itself as Ben Duckett reflected on the career-high moment.

Politics

4 h. ago Elizabeth Hurley, 60, sizzles in a plunging tiger print swimsuit as she reveals her and new boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus' special song

The actress and model, 60, set pulses racing as she posed aboard a boat in a plunging tiger-print swimsuit that showed off her sensational figure.

Politics

5 h. ago Lonely wife, 44, sent intimate pictures to a Nigerian love scammer who  threatened to reveal their 'affair' to her husband and teenage sons...but what happened next was the real tragedy

Gail Astin, from Jedburgh, Scotland, hit the headlines when she revealed how she'd sent thousands of pounds, as well as naked selfies, to a man she'd met online while feeling lonely in her marriage.

Events

5 h. ago Will you be splashing out £65 on three bottles of Meghan's new rosé

To crib an advertising slogan from good old M&S, Meghan Sussex's first wine offering is not just a bottle of plonk. This is Meghan's very own, very special wine.

Economics

6 h. ago Council spending on school transport for special needs pupils soars nearly 200pc to £2bn

A new report from the Local Government Association (LGA) reveals the 'huge pressures' on council budgets from a rise in special needs diagnoses.

Economics

6 h. ago Pupils with special needs ‘have to travel further to school for suitable place’

Spending by councils on transporting children with Send to schools is predicted to increase to around £1.97 billion in 2025/26, a report suggests.

Politics

6 h. ago Republicans fall into line again and bring Trump’s agenda closer to reality

The odds of a ‘John McCain moment’ look much dimmer after Murkowski approved Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ while telling reporters she doesn’t like it, writes John Bowden

Politics

7 h. ago Santander agrees £2.65bn deal to take over TSB amid branch closures and job loss fears

TSB has 175 branches and five million customers, largely in personal and small business banking.

Economics

8 h. ago Jimmy Thelin on what is next for Aberdeen after 'best moment of my life' Scottish Cup win

The Dons boss has taken inspiration from the historic victory at Hampden

Politics

8 h. ago National charity says West Lothian pensioners' café a model for better care

Adam Stachura, the Policy Director at Age Scotland last Thursday’s 11th hour hold was an “opportunity to look to the future.”

Politics

8 h. ago Scottish loch with mysterious castle in its centre named country's best kept secret

Loch an Eilein in the Cairngorms has been named Scotland’s best kept wild swimming secret, with its peaceful setting and an island castle in its middle

Politics

8 h. ago Scotland squad met with 'truly unique experience' in New Zealand as one player reunites with childhood coach

Edinburgh back-rower ‘forever grateful’ to Scotland forwards coach

Sport

9 h. ago The little known Scottish beach that is an 'absolute hidden treasure'

It is not unusual to find yourself the only one on the bay.

Politics