19 m. ago Mum who lost daughter to suicide hits out as figures show third of kids rejected from mental health waiting lists

Ruth Moss, who lost her 13-year-old daughter Sophie to suicide in 2014, said the figures were "horrifying and shameful".

Events

19 m. ago Rachel Reeves urged to cut fuel bills for Scots in 'crucial' cost of living Budget

EXCLUSIVE: Civic Scotland groups want Rachel Reeves to help families heat their homes.

Economics

19 m. ago Woman who suffered 'decade of hell' at hands of violent ex hits out as thug avoids jail

David Gillan, of Kilwinning, was found guilty over a campaign of domestic abuse against Shannon Muir.

Events

19 m. ago Black Friday warning to Scots shoppers as 90% of toys bought online 'pose danger to kids'

Trading Standards Scotland chiefs urged shoppers to be vigilant after a probe found nine out of ten items bought from seven major online retailers failed safety tests.

Events

19 m. ago Pride of Scotland Awards launch search for nation's unsung heroes

Teenage cancer survivor Georgie Hyslop, 17, has told how scooping her award at last year's ceremony left her 'on cloud nine'.

Events

97 m. ago Scotland's 'best pub' is hidden gem in Scottish Borders with cosy fireplace

The inn serves up drinks from breweries and distilleries all over the country.

Events

4 h. ago Rachel Reeves makes 'fair' promise ahead of Budget despite tax rise fears

She has promised to push ahead and drive growth rather than lose control of public spending

Economics

4 h. ago Flixbus 'exaggerated' how many coach tickets available for bargain £4.49 fare as complaint upheld

Complaint by Scottish campaigner upheld by Advertising Standards Authority

Economics

4 h. ago 'Biggest celebration of its kind' for the Royal Scottish Academy's 200th anniversary with over 100 events

The RSA is celebrating its 200th anniversary

Politics

4 h. ago Reeves vows to make ‘fair and necessary choices’ as Budget day dawns

The Chancellor will aim to grasp the cost of living, and fiscal credibility in her second Budget.

Politics

4 h. ago SNP calls on Chancellor to ‘help, not hammer’ families in Budget

Rachel Reeves is expected to introduce tax hikes in her announcement.

Politics

5 h. ago Hegseth orders US Navy secretary to investigate Arizona senator Mark Kelly for ‘potentially unlawful comments’

Donald Trump’s defense secretary sends memo to John Phelan asking him to review Kelly’s comments; House Democrats from video confirm FBI is seeking to investigate Senator Mark Kelly has responded to the Pentagon’s announcement that it is investigating the Arizona lawmaker for possible breaches of military law after he joined five other Democratic members of Congress in a video calling for US troops to refuse illegal orders.“I said something that was pretty simple and non controversial, and that was that members of the military should follow the law,” Kelly said in an MS NOW interview with Rachel on Monday. “And in response to that, Donald Trump said I should be executed.” Continue reading...

Society

6 h. ago Headteacher 'smirked' after 'showing erect penis to primary school colleague in his office'

James 'Jamie' Richards has not engaged with his Education Workforce Council (EWC) hearing

Society

6 h. ago Reeves braced for major Budget clash with businesses over minimum wage and tax rises

The chancellor is set to use her Budget to pin Labour’s hopes on tackling the cost of living while balancing the books by targeting the wealthy

Economics

6 h. ago Scottish Maritime Museum lends backing to Small Business Saturday

The annual Small Business Saturday UK campaign highlights, and promotes support for, small businesses across the country.

Politics

6 h. ago 20 states sue Trump over his plans to cut homeless funding and put thousands on the street

Thousands of Americans are at risk of losing shelter under planned cuts and new conditions on funds, lawsuit says

Politics

6 h. ago Friendly fraud expected to spike 25% between Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Retailers are bracing for a significant surge in "friendly fraud" this holiday season, with an expected 25% increase between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday. This type of fraud, where legitimate customers dispute transactions after a purchase, is projected to cost businesses a staggering $103 billion in 2024 alone, according to an analysis by global payments technology innovator ACI Worldwide.

Politics

7 h. ago Holiday travelers beware: Flight cancellation texts cost customers thousands

Scammers try to make victims panic with urgent messages

Economics

7 h. ago I'm A Celebrity LIVE updates: Camp face fresh crisis as star suffers injury

I'm A Celebrity fans were left concerned over an injury to one campmate on Monday, with Geordie presenter Ant McPartlin revealing the extent of the issue

Events

7 h. ago Tributes paid to West Lothian businesswoman following sad death

A woman at the forefront of the Scottish hospitality industry for over fifty years, Anne Davidson alongside her late husband Clive, took over Champany Inn, near Linlithgow, in January 1983, building their restaurant around Scottish produce.

Events