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Center Parcs' £400M Scottish Resort: 700 Lodges, Luxury Spa, and 1200 Jobs!

World

13 Dec, 2024

Center Parcs' £400M Scottish Resort: 700 Lodges, Luxury Spa, and 1200 Jobs!


Center Parcs, the renowned holiday village operator, is embarking on an ambitious project to establish its first-ever resort in Scotland....

World Cup 2026 Qualifying Draw: England's Group Unveiled, Tuchel's Challenge Begins!

World

13 Dec, 2024

World Cup 2026 Qualifying Draw: England's Group Unveiled, Tuchel's Challenge Begins!


The highly anticipated draw for the UEFA qualifying groups for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded, setting the stage...

Galloway National Park Referendum: Council Votes to Demand Local Ballot Amidst Fierce Debate

World

12 Dec, 2024

Galloway National Park Referendum: Council Votes to Demand Local Ballot Amidst Fierce Debate


Councillors in Dumfries and Galloway have ignited a fiery debate by voting to urge the Scottish Government to hold a...

Scotland's 2025 Budget: Will Tax Hikes & Spending Cuts Save the Day?

World

4 Dec, 2024

Scotland's 2025 Budget: Will Tax Hikes & Spending Cuts Save the Day?


Scotland's Finance Secretary, Shona Robison, faces a formidable challenge as she prepares to unveil her draft budget for 2025/26. The...

Urgent! Missing Fisherman: 43-Year-Old Fraser Allan Vanishes After Fishing Trip Near Loch Lubhair

World

3 Dec, 2024

Urgent! Missing Fisherman: 43-Year-Old Fraser Allan Vanishes After Fishing Trip Near Loch Lubhair


On Monday, December 2nd, 2024, 43-year-old Fraser Allan vanished after embarking on a fishing trip near Loch Lubhair, Crainlarich. Police...

Scottish NHS Crisis: Is England's Healthcare System Really Outperforming Scotland's?

World

2 Dec, 2024

Scottish NHS Crisis: Is England's Healthcare System Really Outperforming Scotland's?


The Scottish National Party (SNP) often boasts about Scotland's superior public services, coining the acronym 'Tabis' – Things Are Better...

St. Andrew's Day 2024: A Global Celebration of Scottish Heritage and Culture

World

30 Nov, 2024

St. Andrew's Day 2024: A Global Celebration of Scottish Heritage and Culture


As the crisp autumn air settles over Scotland, a wave of blue and white sweeps across the nation. On November...

Deacon Blue Announces Massive 2025 Tour & New Album: 'The Great Western Road'

Entertainment

26 Nov, 2024

Deacon Blue Announces Massive 2025 Tour & New Album: 'The Great Western Road'


The iconic Scottish band Deacon Blue is set to embark on a momentous journey in 2025, marking their 40th anniversary...

Scotland vs Portugal LIVE! Nations League match stream, latest score and goal updates today

Sports

15 Oct, 2024

Scotland vs Portugal LIVE! Nations League match stream, latest score and goal updates today


Scotland are looking for their first win of this year’s Nations League campaign when they host Portugal at Hampden Park...

Alex Salmond, Scottish Independence Leader, Dies at 69: Tributes Pour In from Across the Political Spectrum

World

13 Oct, 2024

Alex Salmond, Scottish Independence Leader, Dies at 69: Tributes Pour In from Across the Political Spectrum


Public figures across Scotland and the United Kingdom have paid tribute to the former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who...

Holyrood Election Shake-up: Glasgow Loses a Seat, MSPs Scramble for Survival

World

26 Sep, 2024

Holyrood Election Shake-up: Glasgow Loses a Seat, MSPs Scramble for Survival


An independent body is carrying out a public consultation on changes to voting areas in Scotland ahead of the upcoming...

SNP Government Scraps Wood-Burning Stove Ban After Backlash From Rural Communities

World

20 Sep, 2024

SNP Government Scraps Wood-Burning Stove Ban After Backlash From Rural Communities


The Scottish government has temporarily dropped restrictions on the installation of wood-burning stoves in newbuild homes or conversions. The move...

Fatal Accident Inquiry Set for Gamekeeper's Death in Aberdeenshire

World

19 Sep, 2024

Fatal Accident Inquiry Set for Gamekeeper's Death in Aberdeenshire


An inquiry into the death of a gamekeeper after an all-terrain vehicle accident in Aberdeenshire is to be held. Matthew...

Alex Salmond: Is He Kidding Himself About Scottish Independence?

World

18 Sep, 2024

Alex Salmond: Is He Kidding Himself About Scottish Independence?


Ten years ago today the people of Scotland went to the polls to decide on the future of their country...

Loch Lomond Resort Plans: Flamingo Land's £40 Million Project Faces Final Decision

World

14 Sep, 2024

Loch Lomond Resort Plans: Flamingo Land's £40 Million Project Faces Final Decision


A proposed resort on the shores of Loch Lomond featuring a waterpark and monorail is due to face a final...

Scotland's First Alpine Coaster Opens: Buckle Up for Thrills at Midlothian Snowsports Centre

Local

11 Sep, 2024

Scotland's First Alpine Coaster Opens: Buckle Up for Thrills at Midlothian Snowsports Centre


Midlothian Snowsports Centre is set to unveil its latest attraction, the Alpine Coaster, to the public on Saturday, September 14....

Man Dies After Getting Into Difficulty in Highland River: Divers Recover Body

World

9 Sep, 2024

Man Dies After Getting Into Difficulty in Highland River: Divers Recover Body


A 65-year-old man has died after getting into difficulty in a Highland river. The incident happened at the River Farrar...

A9 Kingussie Reopens After Three-Vehicle Crash: Traffic Heavy on Surrounding Roads

World

9 Sep, 2024

A9 Kingussie Reopens After Three-Vehicle Crash: Traffic Heavy on Surrounding Roads


The A9 Inverness to Perth road has reopened after police investigators finished working at the scene of a three-car crash...

Scotland Pull Off Stunning Upset Against Portugal in Nations League Thriller

Sports

8 Sep, 2024

Scotland Pull Off Stunning Upset Against Portugal in Nations League Thriller


Scotland, in a stunning upset, held Portugal to a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League, despite facing a barrage...

A9 Closed in Both Directions After Three-Vehicle Crash Near Kingussie

World

8 Sep, 2024

A9 Closed in Both Directions After Three-Vehicle Crash Near Kingussie


A section of the notorious A9 in the Highlands has been closed in both directions after a three-vehicle crash. Emergency...

Braemar Gathering 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Scotland's Biggest Highland Games

World

8 Sep, 2024

Braemar Gathering 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Scotland's Biggest Highland Games


The Braemar Gathering, an event often dubbed the most prominent highland games in the world, will take place in Scotland...

Scotland's Most Remote Pub: Worth the Journey?

World

6 Sep, 2024

Scotland's Most Remote Pub: Worth the Journey?


It's far from your local. For Ally Turner and her friend Glynis Mattheisen, it took a three-day trek through one...

Stonehenge Mystery Deepens: Orkney Ruled Out as Origin of Altar Stone

Science

6 Sep, 2024

Stonehenge Mystery Deepens: Orkney Ruled Out as Origin of Altar Stone


The plot has thickened on the mystery of the altar stone of Stonehenge, weeks after geologists sensationally revealed that the...

Scotland Fans Brawl at Hampden During Poland Match: Shocking Video Emerges

World

6 Sep, 2024

Scotland Fans Brawl at Hampden During Poland Match: Shocking Video Emerges


Shocking footage has emerged of two Scotland fans brawling during last night's Nations League match with Poland at Hampden. The...

Scotland vs. Poland: Live Score, Updates & Team News From Hampden Park

Sports

5 Sep, 2024

Scotland vs. Poland: Live Score, Updates & Team News From Hampden Park


Scotland face Poland at Hampden Park in the opening match of their Nations League campaign on Thursday night, looking to...

Scotland's Hopes Rest on Gilmour's Goal as They Fight Back Against Poland in Nations League Opener

Sports

5 Sep, 2024

Scotland's Hopes Rest on Gilmour's Goal as They Fight Back Against Poland in Nations League Opener


Scotland's hopes of a strong start to the Nations League campaign rested on the shoulders of Billy Gilmour, whose goal...

Scottish Retailers Face Another Month of Declining Sales in August

Business

5 Sep, 2024

Scottish Retailers Face Another Month of Declining Sales in August


Scottish retailers experienced another month of declining sales in August, marking a disappointing summer for the sector. Total sales fell...

Scottish Retailers Face Another Month of Declining Sales:  Summer Slump Continues

Entertainment

4 Sep, 2024

Scottish Retailers Face Another Month of Declining Sales: Summer Slump Continues


As what passes for summer draws to a close the Holyrood parliamentary year will kick off this week with two...

Clarke's Scotland Silence After Euros: Is He Out Of Touch?

World

2 Sep, 2024

Clarke's Scotland Silence After Euros: Is He Out Of Touch?


John McGinn admits he has not "parked" the disappointment of Scotland's Euro 2024 exit as he prepares for a return...

Scotland's Remotest Pub: A 3-Day Trek for a Pint & Chips

World

1 Sep, 2024

Scotland's Remotest Pub: A 3-Day Trek for a Pint & Chips


It's far from your local. For Ally Turner and her friend Glynis Mattheisen, it took a three day trek through...

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