Herald Scotland
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:08:24 +0100Funeral of Scottish D-Day veteran and former POW to take place
The funeral of one of Scotland’s last remaining D-Day veterans will take place on Monday after his death at the age of 100.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:50:38 +0100Scots language champions to be celebrated as national awards return to Dundee
People across Scotland are being invited to celebrate those championing the Scots leid as nominations for the Scots Language Awards 2026 open.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:13:58 +0100Here are all the Glasgow road closures in place for The Batman: Part II filming
On Monday, The Herald revealed that Glasgow is to be transformed into Gotham City once more for The Batman: Part II.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:24:08 +0100Charities call on Scottish Government to ‘build like Burnham’ on council housing
A coalition of charities have called on the Scottish Government to “build like Burnham” and commit to delivering funding for more council housing.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:55:58 +0100Outlander actors ‘perhaps forced’ to do nude scenes, Sam Heughan says
Outlander star Sam Heughan has said actors on the programme were “perhaps forced” into filming nude scenes.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:40:41 +0100Chinook crash families urge new PM to back fresh review into 1994 tragedy
The families of those killed in the 1994 Mull of Kintyre Chinook crash have urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to meet them within his first 100 days in office and order a fresh, independent review into the 1994 tragedy.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100As protests rage on Glasgow's streets this music festival supports refugees
No A Mean City was founded in response to an anti-immigration demonstration which took place in George Square in 2024
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:27:21 +0100Dundee residents call for city’s first firework control zone
Residents of a Dundee community are bidding to have the city’s first firework control zone amid concerns over the impact on pets.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Amnesty UK in new 'serious' investigation over JK Rowling anti-rights row
Amnesty International has admitted a new 'serious' issue is under investigation following the anti-rights row involving JK Rowling.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Barack Obama to return to Scotland for live show on future of democracy
Former US president Barack Obama will return to Scotland for a live Glasgow show on democracy and leadership, almost five years after his COP26 address.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:38:00 +0100Housing developer collapsed into administration without completing any homes
A Scottish housing developer collapsed into administration without starting any work on a new site
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:30:00 +0100Harris Tweed mill weaves new business from an old island craft
At 120 years, the oldest Harris Tweed mill still in production has adapted to bring in new customers from England, Germany, Japan and China
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100Scottish Government to cover cost of social care worker PVG disclosure checks
The Scottish Government will cover the cost of disclosure checks for social care workers from August, saying the move will help fill vacancies faster.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:34:00 +0100Memories flood back as end of era reached on Glasgow retail scene
Outbreak of nostalgia on social media as Glaswegians share love for Greaves Sports
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 22:46:38 +0100Glasgow to be transformed into Gotham City once more for The Batman: Part II
With its mix of Gothic and neoclassical architecture, rain-soaked atmosphere and grimy alleyways, Glasgow has become a frequent stand-in for the fictional Gotham City in major DC films, including The Batman (2022), The Flash (2023) and the cancelled ...
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:26:00 +0100Activists urge Scottish clan to 'defend' 900-year-old castle from AI data centre
A Scottish clan has been urged to "defend" its castle amid plans for a large-scale AI data centre development on the estate grounds 50 metres away from it.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:51:00 +0100Mackintosh-inspired artwork rises on Finnieston Crane for Glasgow 2026
After "blooming on the banks of the River Clyde", a new Commonwealth Games artwork has risen above the city to signal the first full week of competition.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0100Man charged with murdering ex-partner in Edinburgh found dead in prison
A man charged with murdering his former partner has died in prison.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:12:00 +0100Police vow 'knock on door' will come after 'deplorable acts' during Glasgow protest
Police Scotland has vowed that a "knock on the door" will come to anyone involved in "deplorable acts" during planned protest activity in Glasgow.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:57:39 +0100New witness prompts further Police Scotland investigation into Al Fayed
Police Scotland is pursuing further inquiries into an alleged 1991 attack at Mohamed Al Fayed’s Highland estate after a new witness came forward.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:09:00 +0100Police launch murder investigation after man found dead in Glasgow close
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in the close of a flat block in Glasgow.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0100'Avoid the area' warning as Highlands road closed in both directions following crash
A road in the Scottish Highlands has been closed in both directions following a crash.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:31:04 +0100UK Government ready to deploy military to Scotland as Cairngorms fire rages on
The UK Government is ready to deploy the army to Scotland to battle a wildfire in the Cairngorms
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:40:28 +0100Orkney monks excommunicated from Catholic Church after denying Pope
Monks who appointed a bishop without the approval of the Pope have been officially excommunicated by the Catholic Church
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:03:49 +0100Manhunt for Larkhall man who ran over two police officers with a van
A manhunt has been launched after the attempted murder of two police officers in Larkhall
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100Fife distillery claims world first with new six-hole putting green
Kingsbarns Distillery further strengthens its links with the sport of golf
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100'We've reached breaking point’: Mum demands urgent action on ASN assessments
Stephanie McDowell's six-year-old daughter has experienced lengthy waits for an ASN assessment, prompting the mother to challenge the Scottish Government.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:23:57 +0100Andy Burnham says he will confront Donald Trump to defend Britain’s interests
Andy Burnham says he would challenge Donald Trump when needed, rules out an early election and faces questions over defence spending.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:46:00 +0100Man caught trying to kill partner after she sent pictures of injuries to WhatsApp
A man who attempted to murder his partner was caught after his victim sent family a photo of her injuries during the sustained attack
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:01:03 +0100‘Ready to lead’: Monica Lennon launches bid to revive Scottish Labour
Monica Lennon has confirmed she will stand for Scottish Labour leader, warning the party faces oblivion without radical and rapid change.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100The seafaring MacLean brothers on conquering their greatest challenge yet
They have rowed across the Pacific. They have traversed the Atlantic. They have raised more than a million pounds for charity. But for the Edinburgh-reared MacLean brothers, Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan, their biggest challenge was a much smaller body o...
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:20:51 +0100Nethy Bridge residents can return home as update given on wildfire
Residents of Nethy Bridge have been told they can return from their homes having been evacuated on Friday night due to a wildfire
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:00:09 +0100Edinburgh Festival Fringe to pilot ticket scheme used in London's West End
A West End style ticket lottery system will be introduced at the Edinburgh Fringe for the first time
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:33:00 +0100'Disaster': ScotWind to deliver £6bn less to Scotland as spending shifts overseas
A landmark offshore wind programme hailed by Scotland's former First Minister as a "truly historic" opportunity is now set to deliver a multi-billion-pound budget boom to foreign firms, while leaving Scotland with around £6 billion less than...
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100The Union Street and Princes Street fires have too many troubling parallels
Both B-listed buildings were owned by real estate magnates living elsewhere, and both contained shops which had not paid legally-required non-domestic rates.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:15:00 +0100No, The Odyssey is not smuggling a ‘woke’ agenda into cinema like a Trojan Horse
Nolan’s Odysseus has been described as a Rorschach test, a figure so malleable he can mean whatever you want him to mean
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Council accused of failing to keep pupil safe and blocking requested school move
The vulnerable teenager says that she is now 'very wary of staff' and does not feel that she can return to the school.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sarwar's shock exit leaves Scottish Labour bracing for a brutal summer
Anas Sarwar's departure for London leaves Scottish Labour facing a brutal leadership contest, a disastrous election result, and fundamental question about the party's relationship with Andy Burnham's government and Scottish voters.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:01:00 +0100'Tardis should land in Glasgow': Call for Doctor Who to be filmed in the city
The next era of Doctor Who should befilmed in Glasgow, bringing jobs, training and investment to Scotland’s screen sector, according to the Scottish Greens.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100Before selfies, there was the photobooth - now it's making a comeback in Glasgow
There would be a grubby curtain, an adjustable but wobbly seat and, without much warning to allow the sitter to compose themselves, a series of blinding flashes.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100'People of goodwill' could save Botanic Garden as university prepares to leave
Dundee councillors are backing talks on a community-led future for Dundee University Botanic Garden ahead of its planned 2027 closure.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:46:33 +0100Cairngorms fire: Neil Gray signals review amid questions over response
Neil Gray has signalled a review of Scotland’s wildfire strategy after revealing the UK military was unlikely to have the helicopters requested.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Hundreds more university staff made redundant than previously disclosed
More than 950 staff members have been made redundant since the University of Edinburgh announced a major savings drive in early 2025.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:25:12 +0100First Minister asks for military help as wildfires force Scots village evacuation
The First Minister has asked for military aid from the UK Government as residents in the highland village of Nethy Bridge are “angry and frustrated” amid evacuation orders due to a nearby wildfire.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:22:12 +0100Train services thrown into disruption amid emergency service incident
ScotRail services between Dalmuir and Anniesland disrupted
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:00:31 +0100Susan Aitken hits out at 'racist violence' after disorder in Glasgow
The leader of Glasgow City Council has hit out at the disorder in Glasgow today, calling it 'racist violence'.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:18:45 +0100Fire crews raced to Clyde Tunnel in Glasgow after incident
Scottish Fire and Rescue crews raced to Glasgow's Clyde Tunnel this evening.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:15:00 +0100Rise of middle-aged extremists: How Gen X became the radicalised generation
Dr Sara Wilford is one of the few academics in the world studying the phenomenon of people in midlife increasingly embracing far-right ideology. She talks to our Writer at Large
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:59:41 +0100Glasgow disorder slammed as number of arrests revealed amid protest clash
15 people have been arrested after disorder broke out in Glasgow today in relation to planned protest at Glasgow Green.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:15:00 +0100'Beggars belief' Will Trump’s Saudi nuclear deal trigger a Middle East arms race?
He failed to articulate a persuasive argument for the Iran war and now a poorly negotiated deal with Riyadh has only compounded the danger writes Foreign Editor David Pratt