Scottish ministers confront stark warnings as the nation's soaring benefits expenditure threatens to trigger significant tax increases and austerity measures, testing the limits of devolved powers.
First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism for prioritising a symbolic vote on Palestinian statehood over addressing Scotland's domestic emergencies in healthcare, education, and the economy.
A dramatic rescue operation in the Alaskan wilderness saves a man from Kentucky after his vehicle became stranded in deep snow near the Canadian border.
A British Columbia man miraculously survived a 60-foot fall down a mountain after slipping while trying to save his dog. Read the incredible rescue story from Stawamus Chief Mountain.
The desperate search for experienced hiker Tom Brown, 64, continues after he sent a final, heartbreaking text to his wife from Scotland's Ben Nevis as a fierce storm closed in. His last message: 'Terrible weather. Very windy. Love you.'
Exclusive analysis reveals Scotland's population growth has hit a historic low, with record net migration losses to England and Wales. Experts point to UK immigration policies and the cost-of-living crisis as key drivers.
A heroic RAF rescue team executed a perilous nighttime operation to save two teenagers trapped by rising tides on a dangerous North Yorkshire cliff face near Scarborough.
A daring mountaineer faces a desperate fight for survival after becoming trapped at 23,000ft on Mount Elbrus. Rescue teams battle extreme cold and high winds in a race against time.
New figures reveal Scotland's GDP grew faster than the UK's in 2023, fuelling fresh economic arguments in the independence debate.
In a breathtaking act of bravery, Thames Valley Police officers stormed a blazing house in Aylesbury, battling intense flames and smoke to save a trapped man's life. Read the full story of their courageous rescue.
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat after a British climber became stranded at 22,000ft. His son makes emotional plea as teams battle brutal -50°C winds on the world's ninth-highest peak.
A quick-thinking motorist became an unexpected hero on the M25 after stopping four lanes of traffic to save a terrified animal stranded on the busy orbital motorway. The dramatic incident, caught on dashcam, unfolded during rush hour, showcasing an incred
A heartwarming tale of survival in rural Victoria as a pet Indian myna bird, 'Desi Bird', is miraculously reunited with his owners after a two-day disappearance and a dramatic rescue from a tree hollow.
A damning investigation reveals how the Scottish Parliament's insular culture, remote working, and lack of scrutiny are failing the people of Scotland. Russell Findlay's explosive analysis.
In a breathtaking alpine rescue operation, teams battle extreme conditions to save a Russian climber stranded for nearly two weeks on Europe's highest peak with severe injuries. The dramatic Elbrus mission continues.
A desperate rescue mission to save a dolphin stranded in a Cornish river ends in heartbreak as the marine mammal succumbs to its injuries, despite the heroic efforts of medics and wildlife experts.
A 15-year-old boy is being hailed a hero after plunging into the River Thames to save a 54-year-old man from drowning in a daring midday rescue. The dramatic incident unfolded near Westminster, sparking a major emergency response.
Former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon's explosive new memoir 'Frankly' reveals deep discontent within the party, criticising its current direction and questioning the strategy for Scottish independence.
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.
In a world-first emergency operation, French mountain rescuers used a drone-deployed zipline to save an injured Israeli hiker stranded on a treacherous Pyrenees peak near the Spanish border.
A dramatic high-altitude rescue is underway on Nanga Parbat as teams battle brutal conditions to save a stranded climber. Get the latest on this life-or-death mission.
A Swiss man and his loyal guide dog narrowly escaped tragedy after their yacht sank off the coast of South Africa. Their rescue was delayed for days due to a bureaucratic standoff over the dog's paperwork, sparking international outrage.
A scathing critique accuses the SNP of indulging in constitutional fantasies and partisan posturing while Scotland grapples with severe real-world challenges in public services and the economy.
In an astonishing turn of events, a woman reported missing for five days has been found alive in a remote Scottish mountain range. The dramatic rescue operation has been hailed as a 'miracle' by emergency services.
A woman was dramatically rescued from the freezing River Darwen in Blackburn after falling in near Witton Park. Quick-thinking members of the public formed a human chain to save her before emergency services arrived.
A curious fox cub had a lucky escape in Surrey after getting its head completely stuck in a metal letterbox flap on a garden fence. Read the full story of the delicate RSPCA rescue operation.
A daring salvage expert, using his unique skills and a refurbished boat, becomes an unlikely hero after rescuing multiple victims from a critical incident in Central London, earning praise from emergency services.
A seasoned mountaineer has tragically fallen to his death while traversing the perilous Bristly Ridge on Snowdonia's Tryfan. The multi-agency rescue operation highlights the deadly risks of the Welsh mountains.