Researchers say there was a rise in alcohol-related ambulance calls when Aberdeen's pubs opened to 03:00.

A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

The SNP say more migrants are needed to support the economy, but Reform claim immigration has pushed the system to breaking point.

Kevin Mercer knew something was up when his phone started buzzing with messages from friends and family.

Helicopters, ambulances and two fire engines were involved in a rescue attempt at Clatto Reservoir on Saturday

The World Championship last-16 tie between Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins is set for a dramatic end after the Scot closed the deficit to two frames.

The man behind plans to reopen a site in Dumfries hopes it could welcome the public by the summer.

Police Scotland said two girls were struck by a vehicle on Johnston Street in Paisley on Saturday.

The Scottish Fire and rescue Service (SFRS) said an 'extreme' wildfire warning for Western Scotland would remain until midnight.

A model railway was a feature of the city's Victorian Market for many years before a revamp of the site.

Sightings of a panther-like cat in the Cairngorms are the latest in a long line of reported feline encounters.

Some have waited all season for Hearts to falter. Plenty thought it might be at Easter Road. But Derek McInnes' side are still going, writes Tom English.

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Dr Giovana Guidicini tells BBC News how she escaped the shooting this week by scrambling down steep ledges at the Mexico tourist site.

The polling expert says there is still enough uncertainty in the polls to suggest the final days of the campaign could prove vital.

Changing populations mean that Scotland's electoral map has been redrawn - which could influence how parties campaign, and how the election plays out.

Shetland-born swimmer Katie Bain, 25, experienced septic shock in Aberdeen in 2024. This is weekend she is going to run London Marathon 2026 to support raising awareness about sepsis.

Robert McCahill cancelled plans to travel to the US with his brother after the cost of the trip reached £7,000.

Explore the policies of the main parties in Scotland and compare where they stand on key issues with this interactive guide.

An improved system to safeguard the anonymous vote will be used across Scotland on 7 May.

The key battlegrounds which could tell us how May's election will go across Scotland.

They include a leaders debate, daily online live pages, analysis, fact checking, audience-driven stories as well as a rolling results programme.

In recent years Scotland has struck out on a different path to the rest of the UK when it comes to income tax and social security.

Voters will elect the next Members of the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 7 May.

Claims made by leaders of six political parties who took part in a TV debate for the 2026 Holyrood election campaign are checked.

All you need to know about the upcoming election in Scotland, clearly and quickly explained.

A quick guide to Holyrood's voting system and how your ballots are counted.

After having his passport confiscated by police, Rory McColl was released on bail but unable to leave the country.

The Scottish Fire and rescue Service (SFRS) said an 'extreme' wildfire warning for Western Scotland would remain until midnight.

Researchers say there was a rise in alcohol-related ambulance calls when Aberdeen's pubs opened to 03:00.

The man behind plans to reopen a site in Dumfries hopes it could welcome the public by the summer.

Helicopters, ambulances and two fire engines were involved in a rescue attempt at Clatto Reservoir on Saturday

The World Championship last-16 tie between Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins is set for a dramatic end after the Scot closed the deficit to two frames.

Some have waited all season for Hearts to falter. Plenty thought it might be at Easter Road. But Derek McInnes' side are still going, writes Tom English.

Defeat by Motherwell means Rangers' next game away to Hearts is win or bust for Danny Rohl's side, writes Kheredine Idessane.

Hearts beat nine-man Hibs, Rangers lose to Motherwell and who is in play-off danger?

Watch the best of the action from the weekend's action in the Scottish Championship, League 1 and League 2.