The first minister has told BBC News that his party will return at least 65 seats at next month's vote.

A fishing net had to be used to capture the "challenging beast" in a south of Scotland store.

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

The Bishopbriggs singer has experienced nearly two decades of fame, but says she has the same two best friends she had at school.

Fergal Mackie, 28, founded of Edinburgh-based Metacarpal in 2020, which develops fully mechanical prosthetic hands.

Jade Lau said her partner David Parrish was "full of life, funny and loving" and that he was "buzzing" in the weeks leading up to the run.

His outspoken views on the standard of refereeing in Scotland have resulted in the SFA saying he is no longer welcome at Hampden.

Playing in front of around 28,000 fans at Murrayfield on Saturday is a seismic achievement for women's rugby in Scotland, writes Tom English.

Administrators have revealed almost 500 firms are owed money by Brewdog after the collapse of the Scottish drinks giant.

Jennifer Robertson was ordered to complete 250 hours of community service while her son Steven was jailed for 11 years.

Dylan Geddes, 24, died after being found badly injured in the Tillydrone area of Aberdeen.

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

Spey Fishery Board has blamed a fly-tipping incident in a nearby lay-by.

People welcome plans to finally install escalators in an Aberdeen shopping centre after 42 years.

We have analysed some of the policies in the Scottish National Party's manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election.

The party has announced its policy plans ahead of the Holyrood poll on 7 May.

The singer bought several items designed by Glasgow artist Anita Glass and wanted to tell her how much she liked them.

The Succession star says Glenrothan - his directorial debut - is a "love letter to Scotland".

Scottish Labour leader clashed with Malcolm Offord in a TV debate.

A new Arena League American Football team in Glasgow has attracted scepticism head of their opening game.

A woman is reunited with the lifeboat crew who saved her life after her paddleboard was swept out to sea

BBC Scotland journalists have analysed some of the policies in the Scottish Greens' manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election.

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

The party has announced its policy plans ahead of the Holyrood poll on 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.

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.

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.

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

Damien Harrier targeted the women between 2018 and 2023 in Perth and Fife.

Jade Lau said her partner David Parrish was "full of life, funny and loving" and that he was "buzzing" in the weeks leading up to the run.

Dylan Geddes, 24, died after being found badly injured in the Tillydrone area of Aberdeen.

A fishing net had to be used to capture the "challenging beast" in a south of Scotland store.

Jennifer Robertson was ordered to complete 250 hours of community service while her son Steven was jailed for 11 years.

Playing in front of around 28,000 fans at Murrayfield on Saturday is a seismic achievement for women's rugby in Scotland, writes Tom English.

When bitter rivals Falkirk and Dunfermline walk out at Hampden for Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final it will mark an extraordinary rise for both clubs.

Scotland head coach Melissa Andreatta insists the squad do not feel burdened by missing out on previous major finals and have created a "perfect storm" in their quest to reach next year's World Cup in Brazil.

Double Olympic champion Duncan Scott wins the men's 200m individual medley title at the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships in London.

Hector Patterson scores on his debut as a late try from Boan Venter secures Edinburgh a fraught 31-30 win at home to URC bottom side Zebre.