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Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:08:41 GMT
Police declare 'major incident' as wind change increases Cairngorms wildfire risk
All residents in the village of Nethy Bridge have been evacuated over the threat the wildfire spreading.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:20:25 GMT
Scotland win three medals in 45 minutes to kick-start Glasgow 2026
Scotland claim three medals in a magnificent 45 minutes in the pool to kick-start the hosts' Commonwealth Games in fine style in Glasgow.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:44:18 GMT
Rebel order of Orkney monks to consecrate new bishop without Pope's permission
The Bishop of Aberdeen said the ceremony was "spiritual suicide" for all those taking part.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:44:50 GMT
Opening ceremony garden to find permanent home in Scotland after Games
The giant natural garden which dominated the opening ceremony at the Hydro is initially being moved to Scotstoun.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:45:17 GMT
Exhibition painting a portrait of Edinburgh's housing schemes
A new exhibition of photographer Sandra George's work shows life on Edinburgh's streets in the 1980s and 1990s.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:13:29 GMT
Anger as 544-bed hostel gets go-ahead in Edinburgh
The pod-bed hotel in Atholl Crescent has been approved by the Scottish government despite almost 300 objections.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:27:29 GMT
Burns scholar unmasked as convicted paedophile is jailed for historical abuse
A sex offender who changed his name and led a renowned literary society has been jailed for further historical offences.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:07:02 GMT
Two men from Scotland among nine in court over historical child sexual exploitation offences
The men are charged with a total of 41 historical sexual offences, relating to eight victims.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:25:06 GMT
Highland games cancelled amid 'financial irregularities' probe
The event, which has been running since 1835, has been cancelled with just two weeks notice.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:35:23 GMT
Scotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffs
The Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:14:16 GMT
Meta glasses banned by Comic-Con promoter after 'secret filming'
A number of guests said they would be reluctant to appear at conventions again after cases of recordings taking place without their knowledge.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:34:27 GMT
Woman, 85, dies after being hit by car outside Edinburgh hospital
The 85-year-old woman and an 88-year-old man were hit by a red Peugeot 208 on Little France Crescent on Monday.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:20:13 GMT
Kelso Abbey safe to reopen ahead of 900th anniversary
The building is able to welcome the public again after closing on safety grounds five years ago.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:46:00 GMT
Scottish councils 'starved of cash and powers' by SNP, says Alexander
The Scottish Secretary also said he wanted "mutual respect" between governments at Holyrood and Westminster.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:00:11 GMT
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:33:11 GMT
Water restrictions put in place to protect Borders rivers
Sepa declares "significant water scarcity" in the Whiteadder Water and Berwickshire areas.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:26:33 GMT
Drone 'followed' Police Scotland helicopter for about a minute
The incident happened near Strathlclyde Loch in Motherwell in May.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:03:50 GMT
BBC's Fake or Fortune uncovers 'enormously important' painting worth £100,000
The painting by the 18th Century Scottish artist Katherine Read is thought to be worth more than £100,000.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:46:48 GMT
Tourist tax introduced in Edinburgh: How much is it and who pays?
The Scottish capital has become the first city in the country to introduce a charge for overnight stays.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Scotcast: Monica Lennon on replacing Anas Sarwar
Scottish Labour politician is unexpectedly returning to Holyrood.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:59:48 GMT
King and Queen emerge from Tardis to open Glasgow Commonwealth Games
The Royal couple drew gasps and cheers from the audience at the Hydro as they appeared on stage in Glasgow.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:03:09 GMT
Is 2026 the Commonwealth Games' last dance or a future-proofing revamp?
It's been going for 96 years - but many doubted the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which open in Glasgow on Thursday, would happen. So what could the future hold for the event?

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:41:27 GMT
Scottish Labour at a crossroads again as Sarwar jumps ship
Anas Sarwar has never made a secret of his desire to hold high office, but where does it leave Scottish Labour?

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:06:17 GMT
Who could be the new Scottish Labour leader?
The party are still reeling from their worst Holyrood election result in Scottish Parliament history.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:29:30 GMT
My wife died from a flesh-eating bug. I blame NHS delays for her death
Stephen Alexander says he feels "cheated, let down and failed" by the NHS following the death of his wife Sharon.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:05:40 GMT
Who is Anas Sarwar? The Scottish Labour leader returning to UK politics
The Glasgow MSP is expected to be confirmed for role in Andy Burnham's government after taking a seat in the house of Lords.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:53:28 GMT
Three senseless killings: Is Scotland's youth knife crime on the rise again?
The deaths of Kayden Moy, Amen Teklay and John McNab last year has left many wondering whether Scotland was going backwards on knife crime.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:39:22 GMT
Does Scotland have the 'game changer' helicopters it needs to fight wildfires?
A devastating wildfire burning in the Cairngorms has entered its seventh day, as helicopters battle to help stop the spread of the flames.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:13:29 GMT
Anger as 544-bed hostel gets go-ahead in Edinburgh
The pod-bed hotel in Atholl Crescent has been approved by the Scottish government despite almost 300 objections.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:08:41 GMT
Police declare 'major incident' as wind change increases Cairngorms wildfire risk
All residents in the village of Nethy Bridge have been evacuated over the threat the wildfire spreading.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:44:18 GMT
Rebel order of Orkney monks to consecrate new bishop without Pope's permission
The Bishop of Aberdeen said the ceremony was "spiritual suicide" for all those taking part.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:20:13 GMT
Kelso Abbey safe to reopen ahead of 900th anniversary
The building is able to welcome the public again after closing on safety grounds five years ago.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:09:39 GMT
Former River City actor Iain Robertson jailed for nine years for rape
The 45-year-old, played Stevie O'Hara in the BBC soap, was convicted of five offences against the women between 2004 and 2019.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:49:00 GMT
Scott overcomes pressure and big pal Dean to give Scotland golden start
Scotland's Duncan Scott thrilled a home crowd with his swim to gold at Tollcross on the first full day of competition at the Commonwealth Games.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:20:25 GMT
Scotland win three medals in 45 minutes to kick-start Glasgow 2026
Scotland claim three medals in a magnificent 45 minutes in the pool to kick-start the hosts' Commonwealth Games in fine style in Glasgow.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:15:28 GMT
Sean McCann - brother of Madeleine - to swim at Commonwealths
Sean McCann, the younger brother of Madeleine McCann, will swim for Scotland at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Saturday.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:44:51 GMT
Celtic eye Cancellieri as Maeda replacement - gossip
Celtic consider move for Serie A winger as former Rangers captain has talks with MLS club...

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:37:02 GMT
Who needs what in Premier Sports Cup?
With one round of fixtures left in the Premier Sports Cup group stage, who needs what to progress this weekend?

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