Scotland's child poverty crisis worst in Western Europe
New research exposes Scotland as having Western Europe's worst child poverty levels, with experts warning of devastating long-term consequences for the nation's future.
New research exposes Scotland as having Western Europe's worst child poverty levels, with experts warning of devastating long-term consequences for the nation's future.
Scotland faces an unexpected cold snap as freezing air from Scandinavia sweeps across the region, bringing plunging temperatures and potential disruption this week.
The Met Office has escalated weather warnings for Scotland's Shetland Islands as powerful winds and torrential rain threaten travel disruption and potential flooding across the region.
The Met Office has escalated weather warnings for Scotland's Northern Isles as powerful winds threaten travel disruption and potential damage. Orkney and Shetland face the brunt of the severe conditions with gusts potentially exceeding 75mph.
Scotland faces severe disruption as Storm Amy brings torrential rain and 70mph winds, with Met Office amber warnings in place until Sunday. Essential travel advice and safety updates.
Scotland faces dramatic weather shift as Met Office issues yellow warnings for thunderstorms in Glasgow and flooding in Highlands, with travel disruption expected.
A British tourist has mysteriously disappeared during a hike near a crocodile-infested lake in South Africa's renowned Kruger National Park, sparking an urgent search operation and growing fears for his safety.
Thrill-seekers can now experience Britain's most extreme attraction - a giant swing that catapults riders 131 feet above Loch Lomond's shores at 60mph. For £90, are you brave enough to face the ultimate adrenaline rush?
Discover the extraordinary story of the Kingdom of Kubala, a self-declared sovereign tribe living secretly in the Scottish wilderness with their own monarchy and laws.
Discover the charming coastal town of Oban, known as Scotland's seafood capital, where stunning landscapes meet culinary excellence and rich Scottish heritage.
A community of African heritage faces removal from their self-declared Scottish kingdom near Luss in a contentious land rights case that has drawn international attention.
Discover why Edinburgh's controversial visitor levy isn't just another tax burden but an investment in preserving the city's magic for future travellers.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke has resisted calls to include Newcastle's Anthony Gordon in his squad for the crucial World Cup qualifiers, keeping faith with his established attacking options despite growing pressure.
Scottish Labour MSP Foysol Choudhury has been suspended from the party following serious harassment allegations made by a female Holyrood staff member, prompting an internal investigation.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke announces surprising squad changes as veteran goalkeeper Craig Gordon returns and Anthony Ralston gets nod for Euro 2024 preparations.
The Scottish Government announces automatic annual increases to minimum alcohol pricing, intensifying efforts to reduce the nation's devastating alcohol mortality rates.
Discover how a guided cycling tour in scenic Perthshire offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, with luggage transfers and local expertise handling all the logistics.
Motorists planning to drive Scotland's famous North Coast 500 this winter face a massive 80-mile diversion as a vital section near Lochcarron closes for essential landslide protection works from October to December.
After a remarkable Bundesliga resurgence with Werder Bremen, Oliver Burke ends his five-year Scotland exile. Discover the nomadic winger's journey back to the international stage.
An 18-year-old woman has died following a devastating single-vehicle collision in Fairy Hill, South Wales. The incident involved a high-performance Ford XR8 and is under investigation by South Wales Police, who are appealing for witnesses.
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross announces he will not stand for re-election to Holyrood, joining a growing exodus of senior Tory MSPs ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.
A damning report exposes the dire state of Police Scotland's estate, with repair costs soaring to £232 million. Critical failures in custody suites and leaking roofs plague stations across the nation.
Rising star Harry Brook's explosive maiden ODI century powers England to a stunning series-levelling victory against South Africa at Bloemfontein. Discover how he sealed the win with a six.
An in-depth look at South Korea's escalating gender conflict, from plummeting birth rates and political polarisation to the real-world impact on society's most vulnerable.
Scottish Parliament in crisis as SNP's Gillian Mackay resigns, claiming she was 'assaulted' by Conservative MSP Stephen Kerr following a foul-mouthed tirade over a proposed seagull protection law. The shocking incident exposes deep fractures at Holyrood.
Exclusive analysis of the latest ONS figures shows a stark North-South divide in the UK property market, with Scotland's house prices surging as the South East plateaus. Discover the regions bucking the national trend.
Exclusive: Scotland's controversial third verdict, branded an 'affront to justice' by critics, faces abolition as MSPs prepare for a landmark vote. Discover the verdict's bloody history and why campaigners demand its end.
A solo traveller's chilling account of hiking the deserted Okcheon Rail Park in South Korea, a journey through decaying tunnels and overgrown tracks shrouded in local ghost stories.
A bombshell report reveals the staggering £700 million per year cost of the SNP's net-zero climate policies, posing a severe risk to Scotland's public finances with no clear funding plan.
Scottish Parliament unites to pass 'Suzanne's Law', a crucial new measure ensuring faster police response for vulnerable missing adults, inspired by the tragic case of Suzanne Pilley.