Police Scotland received 144 fireworks-related calls across Scotland on Halloween, including reports of fireworks thrown at people, buildings and vehicles.

Explore seven spectacular NC500 saunas in Scotland, from Applecross to Dunnet Head, where wild swims, wellness and community spirit bring locals together.

The Herald on Sunday reveals 11 of 12 CalMac ferries earmarked for replacement under the Scottish Government's 2012 plan remain in the fleet.

The Herald on Sunday reveals 15 of CalMac's 33 permanent vessels have reached or passed the Scottish Government's 30-year working-life benchmark.

NAZA exposes how AI systems such as Lavender justify civilian deaths in Gaza, while a Glasgow screening prompts debate over antisemitism and collective guilt.

For Halloween weekend, our Writer at Large talks to the celebrated historian of the paranormal, Professor Malcolm Gaskill, about why we’re so obsessed with the dark side

THIS week’s Icon refers not to a tangy preserve but to a pop-rock (more pop) band, whose members had their origins in the east end of Glasgow but ended up, as so often, living in the Home Counties or Los Angeles. All roads lead out of Scotland.

Campaigners are calling for reform after a survey of hundreds of schools found “widespread non-inclusive practices” during acts of ‘religious observance’ in non-denominational schools.

SNP minister Alyn Smith urges Scotland to seize the AI moment, comparing sceptics to opponents of the lightbulb but environmentalists and campaigners fighting hyperscale data centres say their concerns are being dismissed.

A new cross-party group on AI and cyber security has held its first meeting at Holyrood, as an expert warned there are currently no laws preventing criminals from selling stolen personal data on the dark web.

Expect purges, infighting and an even more imperious president should Republicans be on the receiving end of an election thrashing on Tuesday writes Foreign Editor David Pratt

Sir James MacMillan explains how The Cumnock Tryst is breaking down barriers around classical music and putting community at the heart of the festival.

Duns-based ScotlandShop is acquiring Toronto Highland dress business William Glen & Son, expanding its North American presence and retaining two Canadian employees.

A sea mystery right on the even of Halloween

Demonstrators have held a vigil in support of proscribed group Palestine Action outside the US consulate in Edinburgh.

Inquiries are going, police said.

Environmental campaigners have staged a Halloween themed demonstration outside the Scottish First Minister’s official residence over “scary” fossil fuels.

Scots who rely on sign language can now use a new video interpreting service when communicating with pharmacists.

Residents at the complex told The Herald they were unimpressed with the level of engagement from developers AMA, calling their plans 'insulting'.

The facade of the building will be seen for the first time in two years, as craftspeople and artisans continue to work to protect historic architectural features.

The fear that artists will be priced out of Summerhall once the bulldozers and jackhammers fall silent, is shared by many of the people I speak to.

A holiday park company with sites across the UK was placed into administration owing £244 million.

Rising oil prices and bond yields tested investors in the third quarter, while the UK economy showed signs of gathering momentum

American Golf increased sales and underlying earnings before its takeover by Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones, while remaining loss-making overall

Here’s my pick of five gorgeous urban autumn walks, all with superb places for coffee or a bite to eat nearby.

Elaine C Smith talks about the success of Cathy, the phenomenon of Two Doors Down and reinventing Aladdin for a modern Glasgow panto audience, while revealing why retirement may finally be on the horizon.

On the grey side of the year, when the sky turns to soft grey by mid-afternoon and the streets trade colour for shadow, a single red scarf can rewrite the entire scene

Explore Scotland’s art exhibitions, from David Bowie: On Tour at V&A Dundee to Ade Adesina, Duncan Shanks, textiles and contemporary art in Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Police said that cocaine was discovered at both addresses

A Scottish Borders public health expert has received the support of more than 70 GPs over his plea to limit screen time in classrooms.

A house that was originally the village post office and store in a quaint coastal village made famous by classic Scottish comedy-drama Local Hero has been listed for sale.

IT's a bright autumn day in Glasgow and three senior UK ministers - the Chancellor, the Defence Secretary and the Scottish Secretary - are speaking to the media about what Andy Burnham's new government is doing to put Britain on a war footing.

Glasgow Prestwick is to host a Christmas market inside its terminal building.

North Lanarkshire councillors have refused planning permission for a proposed development including thousands of homes near Airdrie.

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said the SNP's anti-nuclear policy poses one of the greatest risks to UK and Nato security.

A developer is set to receive £600,000 from the council as part of a bid to transform the derelict Egyptian Halls in Glasgow into a hotel.

Writing to principal Sir Peter Mathieson and other senior leaders, staff warned that the cuts are likely to impact the university’s international reputation.

NatWest reports another highly profitable quarter but rising loan-loss charges and a higher bank tax surcharge are clouding the outlook

Glasgow’s rat problem shows “encouraging signs” of easing as fewer reports of rodents have been made according to a senior councillor.

V&A Dundee and Screen Scotland are working on a major celebration exploring the nation's relationship with cinema.

Andy Burnham held talks with John Swinney in Glasgow, promising to explore fiscal devolution for Scottish cities and more control over employment support, as both leaders said they had found significant common ground,

A cult London restaurant is bringing its international pop-up tour to a Glasgow cocktail bar next month.

Escorted school buses between Skelmorlie and Largs amid A78 closure after Storm Boelo damage, as emergency repairs continue and diversions remain.

Women-led businesses from across Scotland have been recognised at the Women’s Enterprise Scotland Awards, with Stirling-based Lily Blanche taking two prizes

A historic Scottish textile manufacturer has unveiled a rise in turnover of £61 million.

A technical issue has meant that Scotland’s public sector ombudsman has been unable to access its case management system for the past 10 days, The Herald can reveal

A number of key council decisions have been pushed back until next week after councillors debated for around seven hours and just made it to half way on their meeting agenda.

The stunning landscape is showing signs of life, but recovery could take decades

An abandoned Glasgow site, which has been lying empty since the Garden Festival, could be transformed into flats.

Five crime gang members whose multi-million-pound dirty cash ring was smashed by police were jailed today for a total of 16-and-a-half years.