Senior Tory MP threatens to quit unless Douglas Ross reforms party and tackles "cronyism"

Join thousands of others who have signed up to the weekly Scotland Now newsletter for the latest Scottish heritage and culture news.One of Scotland's newest distilleries which is located on one of its smallest islands is finally coming of age with a special virtual tasting to celebrate the launch of its first ever whisky.The first legally distilled Scotch whisky from Raasay will be ready next month, with Isle of Raasay Distillery co-founder Alasdair Day set to host a special virtual tasting live

straight to your inboxManchester United are considering a move for Bournemouth winger David Brooks after cooling interest in a possible loan deal for the Juventus forward Douglas Costa.The MEN understands United view Costa, 29, as an alternative to Jadon Sancho if they fail to resolve issues in negotiations with the Borussia Dortmund talisman's agent and had been looking at a possible loan, but regard Brooks as more attainable following Bournemouth's relegation.Brooks, 23, has been under

straight to your inboxManchester City are set to trigger the buy-back clause in Douglas Luiz's contract at Aston Villa - according to reports.The Brazilian was highly regarded by Pep Guardiola but didn't make a single first-team appearance for the Blues as they struggled to gain a work permit.Luiz was loaned to City Football Group side Girona for two years before completing a permanent exit from the club last year, signing permanently for Aston Villa following their promotion to the Premier

Death Row inmate Kenny Richey has been jailed for 12 years in the US after being found guilty of threatening a former judge. The Scot made threats towards Randall Basinger in videos posted on Facebook last year.

Denise Petski Senior Managing EditorEXCLUSIVE: Douglas Smith, who currently stars in the Emmy-winning TNT series The Alienist: Angel of Darkness, has signed with ICM Partners for representation in all areas.The Canadian actor and musician portrays Marcus Isaacson in The Alienist, alongside Daniel Bruhl, Luke Evans and Dakota Fanning.Smith recently portrayed Corey Brockfield in the second season of HBO’s critically acclaimed Big Little Lies.

Ross County the points. The Northern Ireland cap bashed in a late winner from close range to shake off Hamilton and continue the superb start to the season for the Staggies.

Sharon Stone, Michael Douglas, Zoe Saldana and more A-listers are taking part in some difficult conversations.

Global cultural diplomacy organization Liberatum has corralled a number of high-profile Hollywood stars to join its new digital initiative dubbed Lifesaving Conversations. The conversation series will tackle topics such as racial justice, forced displacement and mental health by bringing international leaders, artists, pioneers, change makers and icons together for wide-ranging discussions.

Douglas Ross has made a gaffe within hours of becoming Scottish Tory leader after effectively conceding defeat at the next Holyrood election.He said after the election he hoped to lead a “strong” Tory party that would provide “opposition” to the SNP.SNP MP Tommy Sheppard said: “This is a gaffe royale, even by Douglas Ross’ standards. He has conceded defeat before the election has even been called yet.

Douglas Ross has been confirmed as the new leader of the Scottish Tories after being the only person nominated for the job. He will lead the party while ex leader Ruth Davidson takes on Nicola Sturgeon at First Minister’s Questions.

Douglas Ross could win the Scottish Tory leadership unopposed after a potential rival backed him.Right winger Michelle Ballantyne, who was tipped as a possible candidate, has supported Ross instead.She said: “I have confidence that Douglas is in tune with the membership and that he would work with activists to ensure that their voices are heard.”Ross quickly became the favourite for the job in the wake of MSP Jackson Carlaw’s shock resignation as leader.The Moray MP announced his leadership bid

“He would lift all the weans in and sit them behind the wheel. “He said we were the first local group to have him as a personality and if ever Creetown Gala needed his help we were just to contact the family.“We never have done.”

Chris Willman Music WriterThis year’s Emmy nominees in the seven music categories include such familiar scoring names as Ludwig Göransson, Pinar Toprak, Nicholas Britell, Mark Isham and Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross as well as figures from the pop world like Pharrell Williams, Dawes’ Taylor Goldsmith, Ingrid Michaelson, Sheila E and the RZA.Labrinth joined Reznor and Ross in being nominated in both song and score categories.

Rutherglen who can’t afford to dine out at all, it strikes me that this package isn’t geared towards supporting those on the lowest incomes, whose livelihoods are most likely to have been lost. We wanted the real deal for Scotland.

Perth cancer fighter Lily Douglas has shared her top tip for getting through shielding with the country.

Celtic Park without any fans present was an odd affair and there was a sense that with supporters in the ground the hosts could have won by more goals, as they often do in normal times. There's no let-up for Neil Lennon 's side who will now look to Monday's clash against Hibernian as a final preparation before next Sunday's flag day.

Greg Taylor was substituted before half-time through injury during the pre-season friendly with Ross County at Parkhead.A late challenge from new Staggies man Connor Randall had Taylor needing treatment during the first half.The left-back tried to continue, coming back onto the park after receiving the attention of club physios.But Taylor then went down twice more before manager Neil Lennon decided it was time to replace him.Youngster Kerr McInroy came on to replace him in the 44th minute but

LOS ANGELES -- Annie Ross, a popular jazz singer in the 1950s before crossing over into a successful film career, has died. She was 89.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorAnnie Ross, the legendary Jazz singer who was part of the trio Lambert, Hendricks & Ross died in the early morning hours of July 22 at her home in New York City. She was 89.