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Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:31:55 +0100
Emergency drill takes place at Glasgow Airport involving simulated vehicle fire
A multi-agency emergency training drill involving a simulated vehicle fire within the a multi‑storey car park has taken place at Glasgow Airport.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:08:45 +0100
‘Fellowship’ formed to share tales of missing Stone of Destiny fragments
A group of 18 people whose families were given missing fragments of the Stone of Destiny have come together to share their stories, forming the “Fellowship of the Stone”.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:08:39 +0100
Crash sparks 20-minute delays on busy motorway near Glasgow
Motorists have been warned to expect delays on one of Scotland's busiest motorways after a crash shut lanes.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:38:53 +0100
Mother ‘so incredibly grateful’ to medics who saved her daughter’s life
Four-year-old Jessica Macrae, from Bearsden in East Dunbartonshire, underwent surgery at the Royal Hospital for Children (RHC) in Glasgow

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:11:59 +0100
Police 'very concerned' for 12-year-old girl missing from home
Charlotte Scott was last seen at a property in Ballingry Crescent at around 1am on Thursday

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100
🗳️Unspun Election Briefing: Green fever
Read the latest Unspun: Election Briefing, the morning politics newsletter from The Herald's politics team on the Holyrood campaign.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:35:06 +0100
Ferguson Marine 'frozen out' of bid for next large CalMac ferry
The Port Glasgow yard says bid rules mean it is blocked from seeking to build the new ferry

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:37:36 +0100
Fire crews battle blaze at popular beauty spot
Crews will return to the site this morning to check for lingering hotspots

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0100
New initiative offers respite and relaxation through golf
The programme is backed by Scottish Golf and Active Scotland, along with £100,000 from the R&A Foundation

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
The Herald Student Press Awards 2026 shortlist revealed with key dates and details
The shortlist has been announced for The Herald's Student Press Awards 2026, in association with Weber Shandwick

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Unpublished 'discrete' UK Government report says Scotland ‘ripe’ for new nuclear
A government-commissioned study suggests Scotland could host new nuclear power stations but the findings remain unpublished. The SNP has long been opposed to nuclear power.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:39:00 +0100
Scottish plumbing company in liquidation after HMRC court action
Liquidators have been appointed to a Scottish plumbing and heating company

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0100
Oban cruise firm bids to 'put Hebrides firmly on map' as food and drink destination
Family-owned Hebrides Cruises aiming to 'shine a light on the remarkable producers' on west coast of Scotland

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Green party leader says Scottish Greens can replace Labour ahead of Holyrood vote
Green Party of England and Wales leader Zack Polanski has said the Scottish Greens can replace labour and he “hugely values” his “sister party” as he joins the campaign trail in Scotland.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Half Man full cast list for BBC drama series from Baby Reindeer creator
Half Man is a new drama series airing on BBC One and BBC iPlayer that comes from the mind of Baby Reindeer writer Richard Gadd

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:48:06 +0100
Angry Aberdeen audience confront SNP minister over lack of support for oil and gas
Oil and gas workers challenged the SNP’s shifting stance on North Sea drilling during a tense BBC debate in Aberdeen.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:32:33 +0100
Flights win from major airline revealed by Scottish airport
The Scottish airport has revealed a major flights win

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:01:11 +0100
CEO of flagship Scottish research centre quits in combative resignation
Heriot-Watt University has refuted suggestions that senior leaders turned their backs on funding for the UK's flagship robotics and AI research centre

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Private schools told not to expect bailout as questions remain over VAT impact
During a husting event for private schools, speakers were asked about the financial impact of recent tax changes.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0100
Scottish distillery turns to technology for answer to cask investment fraud concerns
A Scottish distillery has turned to technology to provide an answer to the cask investment fraud concerns.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:40:00 +0100
Popular Edinburgh pub to reopen this week after a month-long refurbishment
The Stockbridge Tap pub in Edinburgh reopens after a major refurbishment, offering craft beers, real ales, new food menu and CAMRA Pub of the Year award.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:29:27 +0100
The Boardwalk Beach Club café in north Edinburgh named the best in Scottish awards
The Boardwalk Beach Club café in Silverknowes, Edinburgh, wins Best Café at Scotland's Business Show Awards. Renowned for views, coffee, and local treats.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:08:44 +0100
Cap in hand: Has John Swinney’s food price plan unravelled?
With inflation rising and legal questions mounting, can Scotland actually cap food prices or is this policy built on shaky ground?

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Council fails to offer assurances over teacher's political activity during class time
Glasgow City Council has so far offered no assurance that similar incidents are not taking place in other schools across the city.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Shares tumble in UK supermarket giant amid Middle East uncertainty
Grocery giant follows Tesco in highlighting impact of Middle East conflict

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:17:47 +0100
Rare sighting of sperm whales in Stronsay Firth
The sighting "of at least three sperm whales" was reported to Orkney Marine Mammal Research Initiative (OMMRI) by the crew of the Kirkwall to Sanday ferry on Tuesday

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:03:40 +0100
Pensioner jailed after being convicted of string of child sex offences
A pensioner has has been given a lifelong restriction order and jailed for a minimum of seven years for a series of sexual offences against children spanning 50 years

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:58:30 +0100
Bomb squad called after teenage boys injured in 'fireworks' incident
Police were called to the city's Dixon Avenue at around 12.15pm on Thursday, April 23, to a report of two teenage boys injured during an incident believed to have involved fireworks

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:27:17 +0100
HMS Queen Elizabeth passes under Forth Bridge as it sets sail for sea trials
HMS Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Navy aircraft carrier, departs Rosyth after maintenance for sea trials, passing under the Forth Bridge.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:06:14 +0100
Outsider Events' experiences bring fun and adventure to Scotland's great outdoors
An Edinburgh-based events company is carving out a distinctive niche in Scotland’s outdoor sector by blending endurance sport with festival-style experiences designed to appeal as much to spectators as participants.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:22:03 +0100
Dumfries advances bid to become global destination for Robert Burns tourism
Dumfries has taken a "significant step forward" in realising its potential as a global destination for Robert Burns tourism.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:31:00 +0100
Graduates learn how teamwork drives success at Scotland Excel
Scotland Excel’s graduate programme is opening doors for young professionals like Edinburgh-based Matthew Bohill, offering hands-on experience while delivering essential public services and driving positive change across Scotland

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:23:02 +0100
Timeline revealed for full re-opening of Glasgow Central and Union Street after fire
Union Street and the main entrance to Glasgow Central are not expected to re-open until July following the fire which devastated the area

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:17:39 +0100
Scottish property company collapses into liquidation
A Scottish property company has been placed into liquidation.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:19:12 +0100
Ashoka Muirhead brings high-energy live music nights to Glasgow
Ashoka Muirhead is set to light up Glasgow’s nightlife scene in 2026 with an exciting new calendar of live music events, bringing high-energy performances, iconic throwbacks and unforgettable party nights to the local community.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:10:19 +0100
Pillar linked to grisly murder revealed as historic chapel's must-see sight
Thousands of people visit the chapel each year - and picked the carved column as their favourite sight

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:06:56 +0100
Three arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending in Fife
On Thursday, officers from the Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit (SIMLU), with the assistance of partner agencies, searched two premises of suspected loan sharks in Methil

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:58:46 +0100
Port Glasgow man sentenced after allowing dog to starve to death
A man has avoided prison after allowing a dog to starve to death, but has been banned from owning a dog for life

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:56:34 +0100
Wikipedia founder to headline Scotland's largest AI conference
Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales to headline DataFest 2026, Scotland’s largest AI conference in Edinburgh, featuring experts from OpenAI, Skyscanner, and more.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:15:18 +0100
Edinburgh event to honour late poet Roddy Lumsden
Celebrate poet Roddy Lumsden’s 60th birthday at Edinburgh’s Waverley Bar on 12 June. Tribute event features his poetry, rare vinyl, and special guests.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:11:07 +0100
Detectives probe attempts to start fires at Glasgow homes
Detectives say they are seeking two young men who were seen trying to start the blazes

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:00:57 +0100
Design partners appointed to support major airport retail transformation
Aberdeen International Airport has appointed leading strategic design consultancy Portland Design to help shape the future of the airport’s retail offering, as part of a major commercial transformation representing an investment of more than £2.5....

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:42:50 +0100
Green light for eco-wellness and leisure park at former coal mine
Ambitious plans for an eco-wellness and leisure park in Fife have taken a step forward.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:38:52 +0100
Edinburgh pupils return as Brunstane Primary School completes 18‑month upgrade
Brunstane Primary School in Edinburgh reopens after GRAHAM-led refurbishment, achieving EPC A energy efficiency with new sustainable facilities for pupils.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:27:46 +0100
Pedestrian dies after taxi people carrier crash
Police said the pedestrian, a 41-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:51:17 +0100
Top-flights Scottish links golf club names new general manager
The appointment is a homecoming for the former director of engagement at St Andrews Links Trust

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:05:22 +0100
Glasgow Jazz Festival to celebrate landmark 40th edition
Glasgow Jazz Festival will celebrate its remarkable 40th edition this summer with a specially curated programme of 40 performances celebrating the city’s love affair with jazz music.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:02:32 +0100
Historic inn made famous by Robert Burns to be restored to former glory
Whigham’s Inn is one of the town’s most historically important buildings

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
University threatens to dock pay if staff join marking boycott
University staff participating in a marking boycott have been told by management they will be docked full pay.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:52:52 +0100
Edinburgh Council-branded website hosting ads for online casinos
A former Edinburgh City Council-branded website is promoting online casinos bypassing UK Gamstop safeguards. Council moves to remove outdated links.

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