The Scottish areas named among 'most and least affordable' for UK first time buyers

Cash-strapped Police Scotland has paid out more than £2million in compensation claims in the last six months. It follows a series of costly legal actions raised against it in the courts and employment tribunals from both staff and members of the public.

A 100-year-old islander has revealed he was one of the men who smuggled scotch from the wreck of the Whisky Galore! ship the SS Politician. Willie Macleod, from Lewis, was part of the salvage team when the cargo ship, packed full of whisky, ran aground close to the Hebridean island of Eriskay in 1941.

Scotland is home to many unique and historic castles, but few are as visually striking as Castle Stalker.

Aberdeenshire is home to some of the most fascinating and picturesque sights in the whole of Scotland, from the Royal Lochnagar Distillery to the Aberdeen Maritime Museum.

New research has revealed that the Isle of Skye is among the best UK destinations for luxury and romantic camping this Valentine's Day.

A "superb" village pub in Scotland has gone on the market complete with an owner's flat and a private garden.

A Wetherspoons pub in Scotland will close its doors next month, joining dozens across the UK being sold off.

The Scottish Government has been forced to fund a "personal fire service" for a massive apartment complex in Glasgow after developers failed to make improvements in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.

Kate Bush’s resurgent post-Stranger Things career just keeps running up new hills: The British singer-songwriter is among the 14 2023 nominees for induction in the The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Ayr United breezed into the last 16 of the Scottish Cup by notching their second win at Cove in just four days.

A Scottish seaside town has been named among the most romantic spots in the UK in a new study.

The Scottish SPCA has warned pet owners to be vigilant of dodgy breeders following a BBC documentary exploring extreme dog breeding.

Scots folk rockers Peat & Diesel are set to be exposed to a new global audience of millions after their tune was picked up to soundtrack a new Disney+ series. The trio said they were "delighted and privileged" to have their track featured in new superhero show Extraordinary.

If you're looking to get in touch with your roots, a new series of virtual talks is designed to help people trace their Scottish ancestors.

Scots This Morning viewers were left completely outraged today as the show celebrated Burns Night by making popular Scots dish stovies.

A Scottish beach has been crowned one of the best winter beaches in the UK by The Times.

The areas with the most improved broadband speeds over the past five years have been revealed, with three Scottish locations ranked among the top 10.

Aberdeen has been named among the top city break staycation spots for those looking for a weekend trip in 2023.

Finding the perfect honeymoon destination can be a difficult decision to make, but it turns out that some of the most romantic spots are right here in Scotland.