Rail strike threatens Stirling commuters over Christmas period in ongoing dispute

British actor and satirist John Bird has died aged 86.

Ange Postecoglou is braced for another defensive crisis as Anthony Ralston remains a fitness doubt.

A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the “cold-blooded” killing of a 26-year-old who was shot in the head at a pub on Christmas Eve.

Faithless fans were left heartbroken after the death of former frontman Maxi Jazz was announced on Christmas Eve.

A family from Dumfries welcomed what could be Scotland's first baby born on Christmas Day.

Celebs Go Dating's Laura Anderson and Gary Lucy spent their first Christmas Day together as a couple.

A 22-year-old woman who tragically died after being hit by a police car on Christmas Eve has been described as a cherished daughter by her heartbroken family. Rachael Louise Moore died on Saturday December 24, after being hit by the emergency vehicle in Liverpool.

Kylie Jenner and her daughter Stormi 'twinned' as they wore matching outfits for their annual family Christmas Eve bash.

In the past Scots have tried their lottery luck during the festive period hoping to bring home a huge jackpot.

The Voice UK presenter has spoken out about her plans this year as she wants to leave a week to the side and spend the time being "present" with the ones she loves.Emma was asked in a recent interview how she planned to spend Christmas this year and whether she and her family followed any traditions.She replied: "Just being together really. We always spend Christmas as a family and get together on 23rd or Christmas Eve and then spend a good five days together."We eat, we sleep, we laugh, we play games, and we just really take time out to be with each other and be present."Emma was also asked if she was ready for Christmas this year, with the presenter admitting it was going to be a "mad scramble" this year.She continued: "Omg, I’m not ready at all but I'#m very excited!"I've slowly been trying to decorate the house and I know I need to do a little more shopping, but time is really ticking."I've also not done any wrapping so it’s probably going to be a bit of a mad scramble on Christmas Eve to get everything ready in time!"Matt and Emma have been very open in the past about how they parent their children and the different steps they take to make sure their children stay happy and safe.The former Busted guitarist spoke on a recent podcast about why he has banned his children from social media.Matt was asked how he deals with the topic of social media with his children and whether they were allowed it.He said on the Sweat, Snot & Tears podcast: "Well we've kind of just had to say no for a while because we watch The Social Dilemma and docs about it."I can't see much good from it for kids.

A host of stars got into the holiday spirit as they shared gleeful well wishes to their social media followers while celebrating Christmas Eve.Kate Beckinsale was among the first celebrities to take to Instagram with outtakes from her festivities. Reese Witherspoon, Jessica Simpson, Halle Berry, and more joined in as they uploaded their favorite moments. Cheery: A host of stars, including Kate Beckinsale, got into the holiday spirit as they shared gleeful well wishes to their social media followers while celebrating Christmas Eve Kate, 49, was cheerful and typically stylish as she uploaded various photos from her time with loved ones.The Underworld actress showed her personality in a large, statement-making pale pink hair bow.

Lori Harvey raised temperatures during the Yuletide season with a smoldering new modeling shoot she posted Christmas Eve.The 25-year-old daughter of Steve Harvey put on a leggy display in a sizzling new series of pictures for Burberry.Lori, who has been romantically linked to Damson Idris as of late, hinted at her cleavage in a clinging quilted coat-dress as she shot the camera a tantalizing come-hither stare. Sizzling sensation: Lori Harvey raised temperatures during the Yuletide season with a smoldering new modeling shoot she posted Christmas EveAccentuating her screen siren features with makeup, Lori lent herself a touch of added stature with a glamorous brown pair of stiletto boots.Lori, who is part of the cavalcade of 'nepo babies' parading through the industry, got a cheeky reminder of her legacy status while dining out this week.

It's the question children around the world are dying to know on Christmas Eve - "Where is Santa Claus?"

Ukrainian refugees celebrating the festive season have thanked Scotland for welcoming them from their war-torn homeland.

Some Scots may want to know what train services will be available over the festive period this year.

For families of little ones, the tradition of Christmas Eve boxes has become fairly popular in recent years.

A bittersweet season. Princess Kate paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II with a special holiday message, revealing what the late monarch loved the most about Christmas.

Ange Postecoglou has warned his Celtic players that anyone who underperformis risks being booted out of the starting line-up against St Johnstone.

The Scottish Highlands is the only part of the UK likely to see a white Christmas, according to the Met Office. Christmas is likely to be wet and cloudy for a lot of the country with the heavy snowfall coming two weeks too early to give most people a white Christmas.

Families across the UK are planning to treat themselves this Christmas, with new research revealing that nearly four in 10 households are set to switch the heating on all day on December 25, despite the ongoing cost of living crisis.