Scotland sizzles as temperatures exceed 30C in parts of the country

Scotland could cross the heatwave threshold next week as temperatures are forecasted to soar to 26C.

British Astronaut Tim Peake has shared a selfie in Oban as he arrives in Scotland for a Munro-bagging trip with his father-in-law. The former International Space Station (ISS) crew member posted the smiling photo of himself heading for the ferry en route to the Isle of Mull on social media.

Scotland has dominated a list of the top ten worst areas for internet connection in the UK, with the top four areas all being found north of the border.

An ex-pastor who left the US for Scotland after the Capitol riot is working to debunk conspiracy theories that have “radicalised” religion and politics in his homeland. Jared Stacy decided to leave America after armed groups invaded the government building in Washington following Donald Trump’s defeat in the White House election.

New figures have revealed West Dunbartonshire has the highest rate of teenage pregnancies in Scotland.

There was only one place Joe Wicks wanted to head to after 19 weeks of his pandemic fitness sessions – Scotland.

A man has revealed how a nine-hour Megabus journey from London to Edinburgh turned out to be worse than he expected, but still hasn’t put him off using the service again.

A Scottish Primark fan showed her dedication to the chain by making a 12-hour round trip and taking a suitcase to fill up at the counter - as she'd not had chance to go while living abroad for four years.

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for heavy rain in parts of Scotland as flooding and thunder storms could hit today.

A young West Lothian dancer has scooped a medal haul from the Dance World Cup.

Just like most people on their summer holidays, the Queen is partial to treating herself with a takeaway – and there is one she always gets while she stays in Scotland at Balmoral.

A car flipped onto it's roof on a busy Scots road before the driver failed an eyesight test. Emergency services raced to the A1 near the junction with Newcraighall Road in Edinburgh shortly after 12.05pm on Tuesday, July 27.

Leslie Grace recently took to social media to share a passionate dance and dedicate her bachata song “Bachatica” to her boyfriend, Ian Eastwood. In the video, the couple appears in a dance studio dancing to the rhythm of Leslie’s 2021 track.

Couples across Scotland have had more time than usual to plan their dream wedding over the past few years meaning days, weeks or even months of searching for the perfect venue. From opulent castles and stately homes to chic barn conversions and modern spots, there are thousands of beautiful venues that are perfect for any couple, no matter their aesthetic or budget.

A pair of loved-up Monty Python fans have celebrated tying the knot with a laugh-a-minute tour of film locations in Scotland.

The Scottish Government has announced an investment of up to £300,000 will help support money and welfare advice services in some of Scotland’s most remote locations. From the autumn, GP practices in 20 rural and 10 island communities will be able to refer patients directly to an in-house welfare rights officer for advice on increasing income, social security eligibility, debt resolution, housing and employability issues.

Scots could be set to swelter in more heatwaves expected next month, according to forecasters.