Herald Scotland
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100Thousands of Scottish bugs, plants and lichens are going digital - Here's why
More than 200 years of collections are going online - for the first time ever
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:14:40 +0100Yamaha biker seriously injured in Crianlarich crash
Police have appealed for witnesses to come forward
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:59:17 +0100Probe launched into death of woman in quad bike accident on Scottish estate
A Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) is now due to take place at Oban Sheriff Court
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:21:05 +0100Children 'reach peak boredom by third week of summer break' - here's why
Scotrail has come up with ways to keep little ones occupied
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Màiri McAllan told to 'get a grip' of HES crisis as third chair in a year appointed
SNP culture secretary Màiri McAllan has been told she needs to "urgently get a grip" of a deepening crisis at Historic Environment Scotland as she appoints a new interim chair following the resignation of Sir Mark Jones.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Scottish Government confirms receipt of Barnett cash amid church funding dispute
The Scottish Government faces fury from faith leaders after confirming it received indirect funding from a £92 million UK church repair scheme, whilst claiming it has limited options to help historic local parishes.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:45:00 +0100Pubs chief's mission to continue legacy of dad and Celtic legend Harry Hood and mum
The boss of one of the west of Scotland’s best-known pub companies has highlighted her determination to continue the legacy of her dad and Celtic legend Harry Hood and her mum
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:36:00 +0100Liquidator appointed to Sottish city restaurant company after HMRC court action
A liquidator has been appointed to a Scottish restaurant and bar company.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:30:00 +0100Why Glasgow remains central to the global effort on climate change
If we are serious about creating a sustainable future, cities must be at the forefront of that journey
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100Today's cartoon is on the story that a traffic cone flew first class to America
Today's cartoon is on the story that a traffic cone flew first class to America.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:31:04 +0100Wildfire warning for large parts of Scotland as hot and dry weather to continue
Large parts of Scotland are at 'very high' risk of wildfires as hot, dry weather continues
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:41:00 +0100'A champion of Scottish talent': Fringe award unveiled in memory of 'fearless' comic
The Stand Comedy Club has announced plans for the award in his memory, in partnership with The List Magazine and The Comedy Unit.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100Pizza Express swastika complainant accuses judge of winking during tribunal
A man has been awarded more than £5,000 after a lengthy employment tribunal involving Pizza Express swastikas, a naked YouTuber, a "bald loser" and an allegedly winking judge
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Why is a major Scottish energy project stuck as Europe steams ahead?
It is right to highlight the contrast, but this is more down to commercial complexity than Scotland's constitutional status
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:56:00 +0100Edinburgh to get first new fire station in over 30 years as £10 million works begin
Construction has started on Edinburgh’s first new fire station in more than three decades as Liberton Fire Station undergoes a £10 million rebuild.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:41:00 +0100Key capital thoroughfare to remain closed 'for weeks to come' following serious blaze
City of Edinburgh Council confirmed that Princes Street will remain closed between Frederick Street and South Charlotte Street.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0100RCN slams lates Covid Inquiry details as 'unforgivable' over PPE failures
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has called a new report released from the Covid Inquiry a "damning indictment" of "how badly nursing staff were let down" during the pandemic.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:20:21 +0100Ann Widdecombe killed in 'targeted attack' say Counter Terrorism Police
The late MP Ann Widdecombe was killed in a 'targeted attack' Counter Terrorism Policing have said.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:10:00 +0100Poor planning? Scots council boffins spend six-figure sum on LEZ-compliant vehicles
Edinburgh council officers spent £106,119 to hire three people carriers, three minibuses, and two HGV specialist vehicles in 2025.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100'My son would rather die than go to school': Mums at 'breaking point' over attendance
Parents have shared what it is like when their children fail to go to school, as The Herald reveals a rise in severe school absences.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:57:28 +0100Second person dies following four-way crash on Scottish road
A second person has died following a four-way crash near to Spean Bridge earlier this month
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:52:24 +0100Historic paddle steamer Waverley launches search for new Operations Director
Waverley Excursions is recruiting a new Operations Director to help maintain and operate the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:41:00 +0100New report highlights struggles for Scots island communities amid Royal Mail issues
People living on Scotland's islands are facing inconsistent and expensive postal deliveries
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:23:33 +0100Wealth management firm deepens investment in Scotland with new partner
Cooper Parry Wealth has strengthened its Scottish presence with the appointment of Darren Lees as its first Scotland-based relationship partner.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:03:36 +0100Offshore wind projects forecast to deliver £25.5 billion supply chain investment
Sixteen ScotWind offshore wind projects are expected to generate £25.5 billion in supply chain spending as Scotland expands its renewable energy sector.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:48:00 +0100Man 'possessed by spirit' convicted of cannibalistic murder
A man has been convicted of murder and attempting to defeat the ends of justice following a fatal fire in Annan.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0100Edinburgh Trading Standards seize 58,000 counterfeit football shirts worth £5 million
More than 58,000 counterfeit football shirts worth over £5 million have been seized by Edinburgh Trading Standards ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:54:07 +0100Scottish whisky distillery reports drop in profit of £4.5 million
A Scottish distillery has posted a drop in profit of £4.5 million in new annual accounts.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:01:20 +0100Lumo launches new Pride train with Edinburgh Pride and Glasgow's Pride partners
Lumo has unveiled a newly redesigned Pride train featuring Edinburgh Pride, Glasgow's Pride and other LGBTQ+ organisations.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:55:00 +0100Mortonhall Primary School in Edinburgh completes £4.6 million expansion project
Frogston Primary School has completed a £4.6 million expansion, adding six classrooms and new facilities to support growing pupil numbers.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:02 +0100Travellers left out of pocket as UK travel company suddenly closes after 28 years
Global Vision International (GVI), provided placements in conservation, education, and community development in Costa Rica, Fiji and more.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:54:47 +0100STV Studios appoints Mark Hedgecoe as creative director of Glasgow factual team
Award-winning producer Mark Hedgecoe has been appointed creative director of STV Studios Factual, joining the Glasgow team in October.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:44:20 +0100Athens invented Democracy. Count Binface might just save it.
As Count Binface challenges Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, Jon Harvey’s Athenian lesson shows why democracy demands scrutiny, not just votes, writes Political Correspondent Hannah Brown.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:28:57 +0100Millions to be spent improving 'fragile' rural roads to help haul Scottish timber
Millions to be spent improving rural roads to help haul Scottish timber
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:28:00 +0100Covid inquiry finds ‘vast’ £10bn PPE waste and slams ‘misguided’ procurement process
The scramble to buy PPE during the pandemic saw the UK waste almost £10 billion of taxpayers’ money, the official inquiry into the handling of Covid-19 has found.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:26:54 +0100Edinburgh University student to compete at Commonwealth Games after graduation
Swimmer Archie Goodburn has graduated from the University of Edinburgh just days before representing Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100Yes Scotland denies wrongdoing and demands end to 'desperate' Peter Murrell links
Yes Scotland lawyers have claimed there is a "desperate attempt" to link the pro-independence organisation to Peter Murrell's crimes.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:37:18 +0100Passenger numbers expected to soar to new heights at Scottish airport
The airport is celebrating more routes, more services - and more passengers on the way
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:05:41 +0100Watch: Lengthy delays on busy Scottish motorway after crash cut lanes
Emergency services are at the scene - and drivers are urged to avoid the area
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:18:00 +0100Police say violent gang war has 'eased' after ‘resolution of differences’
A gang feud in Scotland’s central belt eased following a “resolution of differences” between groups, police have said.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:15:32 +0100Scotland’s cancer postcode divide is growing - and the poorest are paying the price
Cancer mortality is 74 per cent higher in Scotland’s most deprived areas, new figures show, as the gap with the least deprived communities continues to widen.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0100Scottish castle from Outlander prequel opens for guided tours in Perth and Kinross
A castle featured in Outlander: Blood of My Blood is opening to visitors for guided tours for the first time in more than 10 years.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:43:00 +0100Three men arrested working at derelict Glasgow care home for 'unrelated matters'
Three men have been arrested for "unrelated matters" while "working" at a derelict care home in Glasgow.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:48:09 +0100Man left in 'serious' condition after attempted murder in Scottish town
The 53-year-old was taken to hospital, where his condition is described as serious but stable
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:19:29 +0100Male migrant detainees 'caught looking into women’s bedrooms'
The report warned that female asylum seekers are being put at risk of harm
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:48:51 +0100Traffic cone flies first class to Boston as symbol of Scotland’s friendship
Boston took the Scotland fans’ antics with good humour and even mayor Michelle Wu joined in by “coning” a statue
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Energy sector launches campaign urging new Prime Minister to back domestic drilling
A coalition of energy firms and trade unions has launched a coordinated Westminster campaign, demanding incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham back domestic North Sea production over foreign imports.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Former MSYP challenges council to publish £53k probe into complaints
Inverclyde Council has withheld a £52,750 investigation into a former MSYP’s complaints, despite the probe making three recommendations for reform.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100Glasgow nightclub figure appointed to new role for city's night time economy
The managing director of a beloved Glasgow nightclub will chair a new commission aimed at improving the city's night time economy
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100Group of MPs and MSPs sign pledge to oppose Rosebank oil field
A group of more than 80 MPs and MSPs have signed a pledge to oppose the planned Rosebank oil field