About 1,000 homes in north and north east Scotland are left without electricity as extreme weather again disrupts the network.

Scotland's finance secretary warns that "there is never enough money for everybody to be happy".

Combating the "rapid rise" of Omicron and a leaked video of Downing Street aides make the front pages.

Scotland's Covid restrictions to be reviewed daily as first minister warns that Omicron is a "significant challenge".

The Scottish government is to set out its budget plans against the ongoing backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Grades were based on teacher judgements after exams were cancelled for the second year in a row.

The Covid pandemic had a devastating effect on live music, but what lies ahead for the industry?

It is thought six suspects forced him into a car in what police are treating as a targeted attack.

Scotland's national clinical director says health experts will be looking to "hit the coronavirus variant hard".

A shortage of ICU beds at Ninewells Hospital means a cancer patient will have to travel to Manchester for her surgery.

It was thought Yang Guang and Tian Tian would have to return to China because of financial pressures.

Rangers say they have been left in an "almost impossible situation" after a late U-turn by the French government that allows travelling fans to attend Thursday's Europa League game in Lyon.

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

Ministers say they are aiming to offer all eligible over-18s a booster by the end of that month.

The measure has recently come back into effect in England despite concerns over enforcing the rule.

What is the chance that after-work drinks with colleagues will turn into a Covid superspreader event?

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

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.

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

All children aged 12 to 15 are being offered two doses of Covid vaccine.

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.

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

A survivor of 1988's Armenian earthquake recalls how a visit to Scotland helped her recovery.

There are fears the recovery process at Haddo House in Aberdeenshire will take a generation.

Amputee Neil Russell is planning to embark on a challenge to cycle around Scotland on his hand bike.

They arrived like rock stars 10 years ago and their love life has been the source of endless speculation.

Scottish Ballet has made subtle changes to the famous production in order to make it more inclusive.

A Scottish government census of young people's health and wellbeing sparks a row over its questions.

An interpreter who had to flee Afghanistan is given a new home by a woman who was moved by his plight.

Michael Yellowlees and his Alaskan husky Luna spent nine months travelling coast-to-coast on foot.

Former Scottish health secretary Jeane Freeman says the time is right to make assisted dying legal.

A former British army Afghan interpreter is given a new home by a woman who was moved by his story.

A speed Rubik's Cuber from Dunblane is set to take on the best in the world.

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

Undisputed world champion Josh Taylor says Jack Catterall will be a difficult opponent in February but claims he has the "upper hand in all departments".

Dundee United midfielder Calum Butcher is charged by the Scottish FA following his challenge on Celtic's David Turnbull on Sunday.

BBC Scotland examines the rise of Motherwell's Tony Watt and asks if he is ready to star for Scotland.

Celtic hit back at former Hearts chairman as Neil Lennon eyes return to management in England.

Jimmy Robertson sets a new points record of 178 for a single frame during his 4-1 win over Lee Walker at the Scottish Open.