Health secretary Humza Yousaf says Scotland must not "drop our guard" as two cases of the Omicron variant are detected in England.

A police van was also crushed by a tree as officers attended the fatal crash in Aberdeenshire.

The UK's first cases of the new Covid variant Omicron feature on the front pages of Scotland's newspapers.

Thousands of homes have been without power and buildings damaged after Scotland was hit by extreme winds.

Scotland's men and women win gold at the European Curling Championships, both beating Sweden in the finals.

Ayr Gaiety is among theatres across the country hoping to lure back audiences with the return of pantomime season.

On St Andrew's Day 1996, Scotland had a date with the Stone of Destiny as symbolic stone returned home.

Scotland's deputy first minister John Swinney urges the SNP conference to "stand up" in defence of devolution.

A new online exhibition is aiming to raise awareness of cerebral visual impairment (CVI).

How transport issues affect the lives of people across many parts of southern Scotland.

Second jab appointments will also be rolled out shortly to 16 and 17-year-olds in Scotland.

Bertie Auld was described as one of "the greatest ambassadors Celtic could ever have wished for" as thousands turned out to honour the Lisbon Lion.

Scotland will face Ukraine at Hampden in the World Cup play-off semi-finals before potentially visiting either Wales or Austria in the final.

Ednilson De Ceita was found guilty of dangerous driving in May 2018.

Patryk Jasinski choked, punched and stabbed Tomasz Lipiec in the Townhead area of Glasgow last year.

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Industry concerns, legal issues, political pressure and case numbers will all have played a part in the u-turn.

Vaccine passports, boosters and lateral flow tests - your questions answered on the first minister's Covid update.

The scheme, which applies to nightclubs and large events, came into effect in October.

Doctors treating virus patients in Lanarkshire tell BBC Scotland they are under "unprecedented pressure".

Children aged 12 to 15 are being offered one vaccine dose, while 16 to 17-year olds will be offered two.

Is the effectiveness of Covid vaccines waning over time? We look at how much protection being double vaccinated offers.

It is hoped the results of the study could be used to forecast which patients will need treatment.

More than 100,000 Scots are waiting for a booster despite receiving their second dose more than six months ago.

Scotland's levels system of restrictions have come to an end - but what does that mean people can do?

The scheme could be extended to cinemas, theatres and some other licensed and hospitality premises.

Former police officer John Murray spoke the last words the dying police officer heard after she was shot outside the Libyan Embassy.

The SNP leader has made lots of policy pledges in her conference speeches - but have they been delivered on?

The Forestry and Land Scotland site in Moray was originally established to help create forestry after World War One.

The fashion designer has dressed Princess Diana, Freddie Mercury and Elizabeth Taylor during her 50 year career.

Monsignor Basil O'Sullivan looks back on his life as he retires after 33 years as the town's parish priest.

The 10th Century Book of Deer will go on show in Aberdeen next year after funding was secured.

The town that gets children to design its Christmas lights has let them mark the pandemic in their special way.

Extreme weather in Aberdeenshire brought by Storm Arwen left passengers stranded on a train overnight.

Police have warned people not to travel in areas covered by a Met Office red wind warning.

Celtic fans pay their respects as the funeral cortege of Bertie Auld makes its way past the stadium.

Paul Gordon receives the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero award for Scotland for his years of work running Elgin Amateur Boxing Club.

Deaths from infection are continuing at Glasgow's flagship hospital, the leader of Scottish Labour claims.

Aaron Hickey is no rush to leave Bologna but is eyeing a move to England's top flight as Jean-Paul van Gastel reveals why he did not become Rangers assistant.

Hearts move up to second in the Scottish Premiership and within three points of leaders Rangers after two second-half goals settled a thrilling win over St Mirren.

Kevin Nisbet and Jamie Murphy find late goals as Hibernian pressure is rewarded against 10-man St Johnstone.

Dundee extend the gap between themselves and Scottish Premiership bottom side Ross County to three points after sweeping aside Motherwell with their best performance of the season.

Jack Baldwin rescues a dramatic but crucial point for Scottish Premiership bottom side Ross County to deny Dundee United in Dingwall.