51 m. ago Get some earplugs – and never remove wax at home: 16 ways to protect your hearing, chosen by audiologists

Turn the volume down, don’t use cotton buds and get your hearing tested before it’s too late. Here’s what experts recommend to keep your ears healthyHearing loss can make life difficult and lead to social isolation. But with extremely loud devices in our pockets, and earbuds in near-constant use, we are at more risk than ever. How can you take care of your ears to avoid problems? Continue reading...

Transport

61 m. ago Scott McTominay's Napoli get 'green light' for £50m move as mega deal puts Scotland teammate's future in doubt

Two major European deals are edging closer to completion

Economics

62 m. ago Breastfeeding motion at North Lanarkshire Council meeting passes unanimously

Councillors Geraldine Woods and Fiona Fotheringham marked the anniversary of the Breastfeeding (Scotland) Act, which resulted from a Private Member’s Bill presented by former MSP Elaine Smith.

Politics

62 m. ago Reduce your Council Tax payment next month without claiming a discount

Nearly half a million households in Scotland are receiving a Council Tax Reduction on their annual bill.

Economics

80 m. ago Former Scotland international takes on top Kilmarnock gig as club prepares for National League challenge

The 41-times capped ace takes on the role following their promotion last term

Society

89 m. ago Scotland's top five 'bikepacking' trails this summer for scenic bike ride

From the Scottish Borders to the northern coast.

Politics

92 m. ago Police officers and Met chief express concerns over Notting Hill Carnival

Sir Mark Rowley questioned if funding for extra stewards will be secured in time for late August, while an officers’ group called the event ‘unsafe’.

Events

1 hour ago Lana Del Rey fans criticise singer for 'abysmal' 90 minute gig after she shows up late for first UK tour date

The singer, 40, took to the stage late at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, leaving some ticket holders frustrated by the shortened set and an underwhelming song list

Culture

1 hour ago Scotland call up experienced replacement for summer tour as Edinburgh man forced to withdraw

Injury to centre sparks late change to squad

Politics

1 hour ago New report explores financial concerns for veterans in Scotland

The Scottish Veterans Commissioner has published a new report exploring the financial wellbeing of veterans in Scotland.

Politics

1 hour ago Richard E. Grant is overcome with emotion as Ruth Jones treats him to a Gavin & Stacey tour in Wales after admitting show brought his late wife comfort in the last months of her life

The actor, 68, is working with Ruth, 58, on a new period drama and revealed his co-star had taken him out in Barry to show him where she had filmed her scenes as Nessa Jenkins.

Politics

2 h. ago Cancer waiting times in Scotland at worst level on record as SNP NHS record attacked

Only 68.9 per cent of patients on an urgent referral for a suspicion of cancer started treatment within 62 days,

Events

2 h. ago Tiny Scottish island becomes launchpad for major marine plastic pollution campaign

The island welcomed high-profile figures for a campaign to tackle ocean plastic pollution

Politics

2 h. ago Another heatwave could be on the way as weekend temperatures forecast to hit 30C

More changeable weather is expected this week with some showers, before temperatures are set to rise at the weekend, the Met Office said.

Events

2 h. ago Scotland's fastest and slowest house markets as homes in one city sell quickest

Homes in one city were found to spend far shorter on the market than the national average.

Society

3 h. ago Scotland's university cities ranked among the safest in the UK for students

Five of the top ten safest university areas in the UK are in Scotland.

Politics

3 h. ago Scotland's 'best restaurant' crowned and it is not in Edinburgh or Glasgow

The Italian eatery has won the prize two years in a row.

Politics

3 h. ago Subtle signs of prostate cancer every man must know as Dermot Murnaghan diagnosed at stage 4

The news anchor revealed he is undergoing treatment after his late diagnosis.

Science

3 h. ago Power to the people: 60 years of Cruachan, Scotland’s hollow mountain and an engineering marvel

Cruachan Power Station has been supplying clean energy to hundreds of thousands of homes for 60 years and with a major upgrade will do so for many more. The hydro power station, built into Ben Cruachan, and the immense Cruachan Dam servicing it, are a marvel of engineering and awe-inspiring in scale, finds Janet Christie. Photographs by John Devlin

Politics

3 h. ago Brian Cox one man show ticket presales and prices: Here's how to get tickets to see the Succession actor talk about his life and career in 'It's All About Me!'

One of Scotland’s most beloved actors will be telling stories from his long and successful career.

Economics