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Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:32:44 GMTScotRail's 'cheapest tickets' claim is misleading, watchdog rules
The operator's website said it was "unbeatable on price" - but the advertising watchdog said ScotRail had no evidence to back up the claims.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:23:53 GMTLate writer 'would have approved' of Two Doors Down Christmas special
The future of the sitcom was in doubt after the death of one of its writers, age just 48.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:24:32 GMTWhat happens at a dog rescue centre on Christmas Day?
It's business as usual at the rescue centre near Dumfries - with one crucial, tasty exception.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:01:59 GMTScotland's papers: Balmoral Epstein emails and justice minister faces probe
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:35:36 GMTTeenage Jehovah's Witness can receive blood transfusion, judge rules
The child told medics she didn't consent to receiving a blood transfusion even in the event of a medical emergency.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 19:43:27 GMTSandie Peggie tribunal judge issues 11 more ruling corrections
The changes to the judgement, which was also amended last week, are described as clerical mistakes, errors or omissions.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:50:45 GMTSusan Boyle receives 'hero' jacket from superstar fan Timothée Chalamet
The Scottish singer has been gifted a jacket by the US actor after he hailed her one of his biggest British heroes.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:49:08 GMTMan charged after firearms officers called to disturbance
Firearms officers were called to a disturbance in Aberdeen on Tuesday afternoon.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:54:27 GMTJustice secretary's grooming gang comments probed for code breach
Angela Constance has been accused of misrepresenting Prof Alexis Jay's position on public inquiries into child sexual abuse and exploitation.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:43:25 GMTAsylum seeker jailed for raping teenager in park
Afghan Rapualla Ahmadze carried out the attack on the 17-year-old in Elgin, Moray, last year.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:25:31 GMTGang feud member admits fire attack on beauty salon
Logan Carlin targeted the salon in Leith which has been linked to an ongoing gang feud in Scotland's central belt.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:47:02 GMTHillwalker crushed by cows feared for her life
Mary-Jane Parker, from Peebles, suffered 10 broken ribs and multiple other injuries in the Highlands.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:35:12 GMTA&E waiting times improve ahead of busy festive period
Figures from Public Health Scotland (PHS) show that 64% of people were seen to within the four-hour target last week compared to 59% the week before.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:14:51 GMTYour pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:14:24 GMTWhich trains will be operating over Christmas and New Year?
ScotRail has announced its Christmas and New Year timetable which includes the last Christmas Eve and Hogmanay trains departing earlier than usual.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:49:57 GMTNew year, new job? Ranger wanted for uninhabited Scottish island
The job comes with a few challenges - including weekly boat trips to mainland for washing and shopping.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:29:18 GMT'We won't be able to use our phones if we have a power cut'
Eskdalemuir villagers fear a downgrade of service despite an upgrade to digital phone technology.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:49:56 GMTWhy I light up my garden for more than half the year
Sandra Lee Myles' garden has become a landmark in Drumchapel as she lost count of how many decorations she owns.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 09:23:28 GMTFeeling the power of the water on a year-long swim of the River Tay
Calum Maclean has spent every month of 2025 swimming every section of Scotland's longest river.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:25:31 GMTGang feud member admits fire attack on beauty salon
Logan Carlin targeted the salon in Leith which has been linked to an ongoing gang feud in Scotland's central belt.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:53:27 GMTBiggest school in Highlands to become a 'no-phone zone'
Inverness Royal Academy said in a message to pupils and parents the new rule would start in February.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:49:08 GMTMan charged after firearms officers called to disturbance
Firearms officers were called to a disturbance in Aberdeen on Tuesday afternoon.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:47:02 GMTHillwalker crushed by cows feared for her life
Mary-Jane Parker, from Peebles, suffered 10 broken ribs and multiple other injuries in the Highlands.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:05:25 GMT'Painstaking' demolition of fire-hit Perth building completed
A man died and two people were taken to hospital following the fire in Scott Street in June
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:45:16 GMTNancy wants 'really happy' Maeda to stay at Celtic
Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy is eager to retain Daizen Maeda and insists the forward is "really happy" at the Scottish champions after a possible summer exit was blocked.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:26:36 GMT'Ambition makes Hearts good proposition' - McInnes
Head coach Derek McInnes insists Hearts are "a good proposition" as the Scottish Premiership leaders aim to strengthen in January.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:35:33 GMTRangers receive knockback in Windass return bid - gossip
Rangers boss Danny Rohl is keen on former Ibrox forward Josh Windass.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:24:12 GMTRohl seeks 'new momentum' with Rangers
Rangers need a "new momentum", says manager Danny Rohl after the "small setback" of Sunday's 2-1 loss at Tynecastle.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:11:07 GMTMurray takes Gray advice on step up to Hibs head coach
New Hibernian women head coach Joelle Murray says she sought advice from men's manager David Gray on the transition from assistant to the top job.