2 h. ago Half of vessels in Scotland ‘invisible’ to marine tracking systems – study

The research comes from Heriot-Watt University.

Politics

6 h. ago Kieran Tierney nears Arsenal immortality as Celtic hero soaks up celebrations with Real Madrid cameo

The Scotland star could return to Parkhead this summer as a Champions League winner

Politics

7 h. ago New book looks at the terrible history of the brutal Scottish witch trials

Could women be tried as witches in modern day Scotland? One book sets to find out.

Events

10 h. ago What does the UK supreme court’s ruling on definition of ‘women’ mean?

Top court’s ruling that ‘sex is binary’ in law has implications for trans people and single-sex spacesThe UK supreme court has ruled on how a woman is defined in the Equality Act, deciding unanimously that this does not include transgender women who hold gender recognition certificates (GRCs). The judgment could significantly affect how associated rules and restrictions are applied in Scotland, England and Wales. Continue reading...

Events

12 h. ago Ayrshire baker who appeared on Gordon Ramsay TV show 'proud' after securing supermarket deal

Ayrshire bakery The Rebel Baker has secured a deal with a "national supermarket chain" to bring their allergen-free products to shelves across Scotland

Economics

12 h. ago Drugs courier who smuggled £5.6m of cocaine into Scotland jailed

Kristopher Purvis, 35, of Durham, was sentenced to 10 years behind bars at the High Court in Edinburgh on Wednesday.

Events

12 h. ago What does the UK Supreme Court ruling mean for transgender women?

The ruling from the UK Supreme Court follows a series of legal challenges brought by the campaign group For Women Scotland (FWS), backed by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, over the definition of a ‘woman’

Events

12 h. ago Battle of Culloden to be investigated in new National Trust for Scotland podcast

The special will be hosted by Jackie Bird.

Events

13 h. ago Iconic Scottish castle ranks among top global experiences and best nightlife attractions

The castle was named one of Trip.com's top global travel experiences for 2025, ranking 27th

Politics

13 h. ago Forth Valley mental health nurse named as finalist in national awards

The senior charge nurse at Forth Valley Royal Hospital has been listed in the shortlist for the Royal College of Nursing Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards.

Events

13 h. ago Post Office opening hours for Easter Weekend in Scotland as timetable gets shake

As the chaos of Easter weekend approaches, it can be difficult to know what shops will be shut and when.

Politics

13 h. ago Scott McTominay earns big licks over Napoli form as Chelsea legend tells Man United 'I don't get it'

The Scotland star has been earning rave reviews in Serie A and has firmly established himself as a fans' favourite in Naples

Politics

13 h. ago Top National Trust For Scotland Attractions 2025: Here are 11 amazing places to visit during the school holidays

From wildlife and fascinating history, to beautiful walks and some of Scotland’s best cafes, National Trust for Scotland properties have the lot.

Politics

13 h. ago Grindr gang who police say may have used gay dating app for 50 hate crime burglaries are hunted by detectives

Criminals are arranging dates with unsuspecting victims before then ambushing them at home and ransacking their properties, Scotland Yard believes.

Events

13 h. ago Marlie Packer recalled as centre Jade Shekells makes first start for Red Roses

Former skipper Packer is reinstalled at openside flanker in another heavily

Politics

14 h. ago Scotland school holidays 2025: Full list of term dates and breaks

Schoolchildren will be enjoying their last holiday lie-ins this weekend 🐰

Politics

14 h. ago AI will never have capacity to replace human trailblazers or ‘understand art of the impossible’

Artificial intelligence (AI) will never have the capacity to replace human innovation or ‘understand the art of the impossible’, according to a formal NHS Scotland partner.

Politics

14 h. ago Remote Scottish airport with just one route hailed as one of the world’s 'most calming'

This airport in Caithness even played a critical role in the Second World War

Politics

15 h. ago Scotland's 'best wee village' with inn that serves up 'sumptuous' Easter Sunday roast

There are plenty of amazing nearby walks and gardens to explore too.

Politics

15 h. ago Trans women with gender certificate can be barred from single

The UK’s highest court has ruled in favour of campaigners For Women Scotland.

Politics