Scots home destroyed days before Christmas as raging inferno tears through building

A Scots Airbnb owner has been left devastated after puppy breeders took over and trashed her pristine Highland holiday home. Tracey Parsons hit out after she discovered two litters of "emaciated" young Golden Retrievers and a horrific trail of damage at her holiday let in the Torbreck area of Inverness on Tuesday, January 9.

A health worker who stabbed herself outside a hospital before claiming she had been attacked has been convicted of wasting police time.

Russell Brand told locals in the tiny Scots village where he spent New Year that he wants to buy a holiday home next to them. The controversial comedian, who has been questioned by police over sexual abuse allegations, has stayed at seven-bedroom Brioch House in Kippen, Stirlingshire, for the last week.

Two men have been charged with attempted murder following an early morning incident just two days before Christmas.

Police say "concerns are growing" for a Glasgow man who went missing just days before Christmas.

Christmas is over for another year, meaning the popular tunes that are played every festive season are starting to wind down.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Mariah Carey already held the record for the most weeks spent at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, but she has put it even further out of anyone else’s grasp by claiming a 93rd week on top, thanks to “All I Want for Christmas” continuing its annual reign again this week. The song is No.

Hugh Jackman is giving fans a peek inside his first Christmas since his breakup.

Janey Godley has shared a snap wishing her fans a Merry Christmas and thanking the NHS amid her cancer battle.

Scottish families have been given the best possible gift this Christmas - a baby.

Now that it is finally here, people all over Scotland will be enjoying spending Christmas Day with their nearest and dearest. And while you are going through your usual festive rituals and traditions, take a moment to think what the end of the year would be like with no Christmas.

Scottish Love Island star Camilla Thurlow has shared a sweet snap of her pregnancy to social media.

A charity walk will take place on Christmas Day in memory of a respected Scots journalist who lost his battle with cancer last year.

A big-hearted Scot who was moved after hearing stories of those who were struggling has delivered over 100 Christmas dinners to those most in need.

A man was rushed to hospital after five masked thugs forced their way into his home and attacked him with a weapon earlier today. The 22-year-old was injured after being set upon in Paisley, Renfrewshire, before his attackers fled the scene.

Police Scotland has appealed to the public for information after a man who has been missing for nearly a week. Anthony Elder was last seen on Monday, December 18.

Christmas is a joyful and exciting time when families get together to celebrate but for many - especially those who have lost someone special - it can be one of the toughest periods of the year.

Police hunting for the killer of Ann Coll have released a picture of the murder victim, as they appeal for information.

Brits have been advised to check their lottery tickets after one lucky player scooped a £15million jackpot just before Christmas. The winner matched the six main numbers in Saturday’s National Lottery draw.

Christmas Day for the Royal Family is a day packed full of unique traditions, but it isn't just a time for roast turkey, mince pies and carols as it also sees one of the King's closest relatives celebrate her birthday. She is a treasured member of the monarch’s inner circle and trusted friend who was born in Belgravia on Christmas Day in 1936 as the second child of the Duke and Duchess of Kent.The Princess is now the eldest female member of the Royal Family, and the second eldest overall behind her brother, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent. Princess Alexandra Helen Elizabeth Olga Christabel of Kent was born on December 25, 1936 to Prince George, Duke of Kent and Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark.The princess was born on Christmas Day like her aunt, Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester.