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Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:24:37 +0000
Two men suffer serious injuries in Mercedes C300 crash
Both were taken to taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
After the Glasgow fire, how dangerous are vape batteries? Here is what experts say
The Glasgow Union Street fire has triggered questions over vape battery safety - just how much of a risk are they?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:56:40 +0000
Motorists warned after crash disrupts M80 traffic
The traffic accident near Cumbernauld is affecting commuter traffic

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Is Glasgow Central station open today? Latest on reopening and which trains are on
Glasgow Central station is partially open as high-level services resume. Here’s which lines are running and what disruption remains.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:26:41 +0000
Government completes purchase of Ardrossan Harbour
It had been owned by Peel Ports for many years

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000
Huge cuts to be made at Scottish SPCA with job losses and no island coverage
Huge cuts have been announced at Scotland's leading animal welfare charity, with compulsory redundancies, no coverage for the islands and the closure of a west coast rescue centre

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000
Nicola Sturgeon urged to condemn 'abusive' protest outside constituency mosque
Nicola Sturgeon has been urged to condemn protests which have been targeting a mosque in her constituency, with demonstrators allegedly abusing and harassing Muslims

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Illusionist who perished in Edinburgh theatre fire to be honoured in stage musical
The Great Lafayette has inspired a new show more than a century after his tragic death on stage.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Scottish Conservatives vow cap on public sector ‘golden goodbyes’ and curbs on NDAs
The Scottish Conservatives want to cap public sector severance payouts and sharply restrict gagging clauses after figures showed £3.2m was spent on 90 “golden goodbye” deals across Scotland last year.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Scotland faces losing £1.5bn of investment amid 'dithering' over Chinese plant
UK and Scottish ministers have been accused of risking £1.5 billion of investment over a lack of a decision on whether to give the go ahead to a Chinese wind farm factory in the Highlands.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:34:00 +0000
Scottish aircraft sales company moves to appoint liquidators
Liquidators have been appointed to a Scottish company operating in the aviation sector

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:34:00 +0000
Two Scottish companies reveal merger to create UK 'rarity'
Two Scottish companies have joined forces to create a UK 'rarity'

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:33:00 +0000
Glasgow media giant warns 'long-term visibility is limited' as loss reported
STV chief executive Rufus Radcliffe declares this summer's World Cup will be a 'big moment for viewers and for advertisers this year'

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Best-selling novel Mayflies to become Fringe show in secret 'industrial' space
The award-winning author is expected to be closely involved with the new production.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000
The Herald cartoon by Steven Camley is on the ongoing war in Iran and Donald Trump
Today's cartoon is on the ongoing war in Iran.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:07:47 +0000
How every MSP voted as 12 MSPs switched to reject assisted dying Bill
This is how MSPs voted in a crunch vote on assisted dying, which resulted in the proposals being rejected.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:01:57 +0000
MSPs reject Bill to legalise assisted dying following late night crunch vote
Liam McArthur has vowed the fight for assisted dying in Scotland will continue after MSPs rejected his bill. The final vote followed an emotionally charged debate in Holyrood.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:48:00 +0000
Flames, vapes and the future: Your questions about the Union Street fire answered
Around 8.30 pm, the building’s Union St facade collapsed, and by 9 pm the blaze spread to Gordon Street.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:05:00 +0000
Glasgow college students rebuffed in bid to scan fire-ravaged Union Corner facade
City of Glasgow College students had offered to photograph the site with LiDAR technology, which uses lasers to create 3D representation of buildings.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:54:00 +0000
Scottish Parliament election 2026: Key dates for polls in Edinburgh and Lothians
Notice of election published for Scottish Parliament vote in Edinburgh and Lothians. Register by April 20 to vote on May 7. Postal and proxy options available.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:50:00 +0000
Councillor claims Edinburgh has no accent, sparking backlash at council meeting
Edinburgh councillor sparks debate by claiming the city lacks a regional accent during AI policy talks at Edinburgh City Council. Policy delayed for further review.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:45:05 +0000
Protest organised over US military use of Prestwick Airport
Campaigners from across Ayrshire are throwing their weight behind a demonstration against American war might at Glasgow Prestwick Airport.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:29:00 +0000
Warning over panic buying as heating oil prices pile pressure on island communities
Conflict thousands of miles away has brought a new fear to factor in: how to heat island homes

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:22:18 +0000
Firearms officers tell probe how they shot and killed Glasgow hotel attacker
Two firearms officers told a death probe today how they killed an asylum seeker who stabbed five people at a hotel.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:26:55 +0000
Nearly one in four cancer patients in Scotland lack access to specialist nurses
Nearly one in four cancer patients in Scotland lack access to specialist nursing support, according to Macmillian cancer charity.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:37:20 +0000
Edinburgh's Winter Wonderland and Hogmanay raise over £46,000 for charity
Edinburgh’s Winter Festivals last year raised over £46,000 for charity, supporting four charities with the money raised.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:07:34 +0000
World’s first folk film festival returns to Edinburgh with rare films and live music
The Folk Film Gathering returns to Edinburgh in May, showcasing Scottish and global folk cinema at Cameo Cinema and Scottish Storytelling Centre.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:05:36 +0000
Attempted murder probe after man stabbed in Edinburgh
Around 1.50am on Monday, March 16, police received a report a man had been stabbed in the Sighthill area of Edinburgh

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Union Street blaze has 'taken a toll on trading', Glasgow retail chiefs declare
New figures reveal sharp fall in footfall in Glasgow city centre footfall in aftermath of fire

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0000
Edinburgh-bound easyJet flight diverts to Manchester due to high winds
Data from FlightRadar24 indicates that the flight made an attempt at landing at Edinburgh Airport before the flight crew made the decision to divert to Manchester Airport

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:08:15 +0000
Victorian public toilets near cathedral to be turned into holiday let
Tourists in Glasgow will be offered a unique opportunity to stay in old public toilets after a fresh bid to convert a Cathedral Square block was approved.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Arran sailings suspended as oft-damaged Glen Sannox sidelined for repairs
As a result, ferries between Troon and Brodick, the main route between Arran and the West of Scotland, have been suspended for a second day.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
How the SNP avoided damaging school strikes, and why the story is far from over
Teachers were poised to go on strike over a broken manifesto promise, so how did the government manage to avoid widespread school closures?

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:50:00 +0000
Here is how to make The Herald your preferred news source on Google
Google has introduced a feature that allows readers to prioritise the news outlets they trust most - here's how to make The Herald your preferred source.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:50:07 +0000
Inside John Curtice's latest election briefing - insights and forecasts
Hundreds of investors, businesses, civil servants and local government officials gathered today in Glasgow for the annual conference of the Scottish Property Federation.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:05:12 +0000
MasterChef contestants to face tense semi-finals test at top Scottish restaurant
A Scottish restaurant will host a high-stakes semi-final skills test on an episode of MasterChef: The Professionals airing this week.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Scotland’s population explained: Who we are, where we live and how it’s changing
A straightforward guide to Scotland’s population, covering the latest figures, age profile, migration patterns and regional trends shaping the country’s future.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:39:00 +0000
Free art workshops offered to Scots in rural communities to inspire next generation
"We hope the Mobile Art School activities will be transformational as we look to inspire the next generation of creatives."

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:18:00 +0000
Update on urgent search for missing man Robert Anderson as concerns grow
He walks with a limp. When last seen, Mr Anderson was wearing grey joggers, a white t-shirt, black jacket and white trainers.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:18:27 +0000
Family sells historic former city landmark shipbuilding foundry site
A historic property at the heart of Glasgow’s industrial heritage has been sold.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:08:23 +0000
Glasgow Subway operating hours set to be extended with later services on weekends
The operating hours of Glasgow’s Subway are set to be extended, with later services on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:05:00 +0000
Return of Glasgow to London services confirmed ten days after blaze
An amended timetable will see Avanti West Coast run services between the stations on an hourly basis. 

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:42:55 +0000
Spanish low-cost airline to launch new Edinburgh route
Vueling, owned by British Airways’ parent IAG, is to introduce a new Edinburgh to Bilbao route later this month.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:25:00 +0000
Five men arrested after almost £30,000 of drugs found in Scottish city
Five men have been arrested and charged after almost £30,000 of drugs were recovered in Perth.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:03:41 +0000
Armed police called to 'disorder' in Glasgow city square
Around 8.40pm on Monday, March 16, Police Scotland received a report of disorder at St Enoch Square, Glasgow.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:02:48 +0000
Perth man added to European Union sanctions list over Russia ties
A man from Perth has been added to the European Union's sanctions list for allegedly doing pro-Russia propaganda

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:00:32 +0000
Scots public pensions chief told to face up to angry retirees over scandal
The chief executive of the Scottish Government's pensions agency has been urged to bridge a "disconnect" with those affected by Scotland's £1.7 billion age discrimination scandal that has seen some die while locked out of their nest eggs.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Meet the man behind a club dedicated to Scottish culture in the Czech mountains
A social club dedicated exploring "Scottish culture and legend" has launched in the mountains of the Czech Republic

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:18:57 +0000
Christians in Scotland losing faith with traditional party politics, research reveals
A newly-published study reveals that Scottish Christians are no longer being drawn to one particular political party ahead of national elections in May.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:01:55 +0000
Former leader of council Tory group confirms defection to SNP
The former leader of Midlothian Council’s Conservative group has confirmed he has joined the SNP after describing the UK union as ‘no longer serving Scotland’s best interests’.

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