59 m. ago Mum grins as son who killed dad for taking away phone aged 15 AVOIDS prison

Lincoln Peterson killed his dad after his parents decided to take his electronics as a punishment for his school grades - his mum smiled in court as he was spared jail

Events

79 m. ago Mississippi Supreme Court map violates Voting Rights Act, judge rules

A federal judge has ordered Mississippi to redraw its Supreme Court electoral map, after finding the map dilutes the power of Black voters

Events

81 m. ago Prince Andrew escapes bombshell book revelations by secretly fleeing to Balmoral

The Duke of York is having his reputation shredded again thanks to a bombshell new book which made a number of startling claims about his life.

Politics

85 m. ago Scots chemical firm fined £100k after young worker left scarred for life

Scots chemical firm fined £100k after young worker left scarred for life

Economics

1 hour ago Serie A 25/26 Schedule: Here's when Scott McTominay's Napoli are back in league action and how to watch

Here’s everything you need to know about the new 25/26 Serie A season as Scott McTominay looks to secure a second title with Napoli.

Politics

2 h. ago Venomous fish spotted on Scots beach as experts warn swimmers

The creatures have venomous spines on their dorsal fin that can deliver an extremely painful sting.

Events

2 h. ago Swinney says SNP majority at Holyrood could make second referendum a ‘reality’

John Swinney said the 2011 election, where the SNP won a majority, leading to the 2014 independence referendum, had set a ‘precedent’.

Politics

2 h. ago Trump administration revokes security clearances of 37 current and former government officials

The Trump administration has ordered the revocation of the security clearances of 37 current and former national security officials, including some who worked on the intelligence community’s assessment that Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election, according to people familiar with the matter who were not authorized to discuss it by name

Politics

3 h. ago New Harry Potter actor issues 'honest' verdict on franchise while filming series

The new Harry Potter actor, Scottish star Dominic McLaughlin, has given his "honest" opinion on the J.K. Rowling franchise amid filming for the upcoming HBO series

Culture

3 h. ago Digger stolen from Scots cemetery as police launch hunt for thieves

The black and yellow JCB Grave Master digger was stolen from the graveyard with police now hunting the thieves.

Events

3 h. ago John Swinney refuses to comment on Nicola Sturgeon’s claims about Alex Salmond

The First Minister refused to comment on claims made by Nicola Sturgeon about former SNP leader Alex Salmond in her memoirs.

Politics

3 h. ago Driver arrested after car crashes following 'police chase' in Edinburgh

Emergency services were called to Captains Road on The Wisp after the alarm was raised at around 12pm on Tuesday.

Events

3 h. ago Review of North Lanarkshire community safety highlights increases in some crimes

The annual report from the council advises elected members of the progress made under the Community Safety Strategy 2020-2025, which sees North Lanarkshire Council work in partnership with emergency services and other organisations.

Events

4 h. ago Thousands urge watchdog to block Tesla from supplying electricity to UK homes

Many UK residents want Ofgem to block the move due to Elon Musk’s ‘clear political agenda’

Politics

4 h. ago Swinney has ‘no intention’ of reshuffling Scottish cabinet before May election

First Minister John Swinney said he would not change his cabinet team, despite a number of members confirming they will not run next year.

Politics

4 h. ago Swinney: My focus is on the future and Scotland – not Sturgeon’s book

The First Minister refused to comment on claims made by Nicola Sturgeon about former SNP leader Alex Salmond in her memoirs.

Politics

4 h. ago Man 'falls from scaffolding' on busy Edinburgh street as police race to scene

Police were called to Dublin Street in Edinburgh amid reports a man had fallen from scaffolding.

Events

5 h. ago John Swinney criticises Edinburgh Fringe venue over Kate Forbes cancel culture row

The First Minister said Summerhall’s actions were not appropriate

Culture

5 h. ago Two men in court after alleged firebomb attack on Edinburgh taxi firm

Sonny Dovesi, 25, and Ray Dudgeon, 26, were in the dock in Edinburgh Sheriff Court today.

Events

5 h. ago 'Lost African tribe' set up home in Scots woodlands as locals left baffled

The Kingdom of Kubala claim they have settled in a forest in Jedburgh, with the intention of reclaiming land that was stolen from their ancestors 400 years ago.

Politics