Scotland's former Ukip leader denies taking pro-Russian payments

A prominent former MEP for Nigel Farage's old party denies taking bribes in a pro-Russian campaign.

Power restored to homes after strong winds hit Scotland

The vast majority of affected households were on Mull, with some also around the Lochinver area.

Glasgow artists collaborate on painting of Van Gogh

Peter Howson and Ross Muir have joined forces to create a remake of Muir's famous Square Gogh painting.

Central station clock counts down to Glasgow's Commonwealth Games

Glasgow-based artist Agnes Jones designed the clock which features the outlines of athletes.

Biffy Clyro 'angry' as visa error delays US tour

The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.

Biffy Clyro 'angry' as visa error delays US tour

The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.

Hollie McRae crashes out of debut rally - but walks away unscathed

The driver said she "fast-tracked" her full rally experience after crashing out on her first competitive event.

People keep using this sculpture as a table - it will cost £30,000 to move it

The Poet and Scholar will switch from Ayr High Street to Rozelle Park, having suffered corrosion damage.

What are the NHS waiting times where you live?

The number of people in Scotland waiting more than a year for an NHS appointment or treatment has fallen.

People keep using this sculpture as a table - it will cost £30,000 to move it

The Poet and Scholar will switch from Ayr High Street to Rozelle Park, having suffered corrosion damage.

John Quigley, chef to stars Bryan Adams and Tina Turner, dies

The Hamilton-born chef opened the Red Onion restaurant in Glasgow after a career catering for touring musicians.

How one of Martin Scorsese's favourite films brought Gaelic to the movies

I Know Where I'm Going was made 80 years ago but still has an impact today.

Scotland fans shook the earth in win over Denmark

Seismic activity was recorded as the Tartan Army celebrated Scotland reaching their first World Cup since 1998.

Rangers sack CEO Stewart & sporting director Thelwell

Rangers remove chief executive Patrick Stewart and sporting director Kevin Thelwell from their posts with immediate effect.

Singer Callum Beattie: 'The Scotland bus pulled up and that was me till 7am'

Fresh from impromptu World Cup celebrations with the national team, Callum Beattie prepares for the gig of his life.

How one of Martin Scorsese's favourite films brought Gaelic to the movies

I Know Where I'm Going was made 80 years ago but still has an impact today.

'Sad' day as Celtic abandon AGM amid 'sack the board' chants

Celtic's annual meeting is abandoned after shareholders jeered when Ross Desmond accused some fans of being "bullies".

Families claim damages over carbon monoxide leak at primary school

A Scottish local authority is facing nearly 30 damages claims following a carbon monoxide leak at one of its primary schools.

'A long time coming' - £1.49m plan to transform Glasgow's riverside

The Pump House, the last surviving building at the Govan Graving Docks, has lain dormant since the late 1980s.

Jacinda Ardern likens her experience of politics to Nicola Sturgeon's

The former prime minister of New Zealand was speaking at the Glasgow Film Theatre after a screening of a documentary on her life.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Skipinnish singer stunned after band decide to replace him

A social media post by Skipinnish broke the news that singer Norrie "Tago" MacIver would not be part of the group for 2026.

Man, 93, dies after being hit by a car

The 93-year-old pedestrian was hit by a BMW on Wednesday and died in hospital.

Train services resume after damaged wires repaired

Network Rail said that engineers worked through the night to repair the damage after services were disrupted.

Artist swaps Duke of Wellington traffic cone for paper-reading pigeon

The Duke of Wellington statue traditionally has a traffic cone atop its head - but a street artist has given the landmark a comical makeover...

Pair jailed for murdering man with machete in revenge attack

Callum Summers and Craig McColl attacked Stuart McGeachie near a pub in Rutherglen in October 2023.

Pair jailed for murdering man with machete in revenge attack

Callum Summers and Craig McColl attacked Stuart McGeachie near a pub in Rutherglen in October 2023.

Travel warning as snow and ice move in across country

A number of snow and ice warning are coming into effect as a deep cold front moves over Scotland.

Artist swaps Duke of Wellington traffic cone for paper-reading pigeon

The Duke of Wellington statue traditionally has a traffic cone atop its head - but a street artist has given the landmark a comical makeover...

Stranraer-Ayr rail line to undergo major upgrade

Network Rail is investing £1m to prevent flooding blocking the track between Stranraer and Ayr.

Police seek witnesses after man tried to choke woman on train

The attack took place about 19.15 on Monday 3 November.

Concerns over plans to build new school on toxic land

East Dunbartonshire Council is seeking to site the new Lenzie Academy on Whitegates Park.

Artist turns Glaswegian nostalgia into gallery art

The Glaswegian artist's work is filled with nostalgia for his working class childhood in Whiteinch.

Tributes to five young people killed in Ireland road crash

The principal of the college where one of the young people who died in a road crash in County Louth taught says she was a "master of he...

Glasgow launches bid to host 2035 Women's World Cup

Hampden, Celtic Park and Ibrox all have the capability to stage games for the football tournament.

Pair admit murdering man over mistaken identity

The High Court in Glasgow heard how the victim was hit with by a car and stabbed with a machete.

Firefighters leave scene after blaze in six-storey building

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said seven appliances and specialist resources responded to the incident on West Nile Street on Saturda...

Body found in search for missing busker Lewis Cuthbert

A body was recovered from the River Clyde, near the Pacific Quay area of Glasgow, on Tuesday.

Why Bodo/Glimt miracle worker might appeal to Celtic

Reported Celtic target Kjetil Knutsen has taken Bodo/Glimt and Norwegian football to new heights.

Rally driving debut for daughter of tragic world champion Colin McRae

Colin McRae's daughter will make her competitive driving debut at Kielder Forest in the Roger Albert Clark Rally.

Driver killed after early morning crash on M74

Police say the collision took place on Junction 5 of the M74 at about 06.55 on Monday.

Man arrested after rape in Glasgow city centre lane

The incident was first reported about 03:10 on Wednesday.

STV journalists to vote on strike before Christmas

Members of the NUJ are considering taking strike action over plans to axe news bulletins filmed in Aberdeen.

New Bishopbriggs road granted planning permission

The route will connect an upgraded Torrance Roundabout and Lochgrog Roundabout, and include the replacement of a section of Crosshill Road.

Rally driving debut for daughter of tragic world champion Colin McRae

Colin McRae's daughter will make her competitive driving debut at Kielder Forest in the Roger Albert Clark Rally.

Crime author says book festival is like the 'spine' of her career

Crime writer Denise Mina has been a stalwart of Aye Write since it started in 2005, only missing three.

Scotland's first wind farm 'supercharged' after upgrade

ScottishPower said the new turbines could now generate enough energy to power the equivalent of 57,000 homes.

'I am doing OK. I have my moments... I have lost my daughter'

Greenock Morton manager Dougie Imrie tells BBC Scotland about the loss he feels after losing his baby daughter and the support shown him by ...

Woman accused of murdering aunt may not face trial

Louise Markson, 51, is charged with killing Susan Sergison at a property in Hamilton in January.

Boy, 13, rushed to hospital after Bonfire Night stabbing

The teenager was seriously assaulted in the Paisley's Gauze Street area.

A 20-minute date with a Tinder predator destroyed my life for years

Nadia said the abuse started after she ended their date early because of "red flags".

Designs unveiled for Nelson Mandela statue in Glasgow

Five models will be on display in Glasgow City Chambers until 14 November for viewing by the public

Bus driver who ran over pedestrian given community service

First Bus driver Amarjit Singh admitted killing Scott Willies by careless driving on Great Western Road in January 2024.

'Scotland's oldest bakery' up for sale after 200 years

Barry and Claire Taylor are the sixth generation to run Scotland's oldest bakery in Strathaven, South Lanarkshire.

Records detail lives of people who fought for land rights

About 16,000 entries from 1883's Napier Commission have been published by National Records of Scotland.

'Notable reduction' in Bonfire Night disruption

Police say between Halloween and Bonfire Night, 833 calls needed a local or specialist response, almost 500 fewer than last year.

Five more arrests in gang feud investigation

Police said a 55-year-old man was charged in connection with an alleged serious assault on Pitcairn Grove in Edinburgh on 22 May.

West Coast Main Line reopens after landslip derails train

No trains have been running north of Preston and south of Carlisle since the derailment near Shap.

Folk musician and BBC presenter Archie Fisher dies aged 86

The singer, songwriter and guitarist had presented BBC Radio Scotland's Travelling Folk from 1983 to 2010.

Overflowing bin hubs cause concern for residents

The council has been rolling out new shared bin hubs across the city which have been placed on the street in front of people's homes.

Museum curator behind Connolly's Banana Boots dies

Dr Elspeth King was best known for her 16 years at the People's Palace and for leading the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.

Gerrard came 'very close' to Rangers return

Steven Gerrard reveals he was "very close" to returning to Rangers as manager but ultimately turned down the role because things w...

How Scotland shaped Frankenstein on page and screen

The latest film of the classic tale uses Scottish locations which inspired director Guillermo Del Toro.

All you need to know about Glasgow 2026 as tickets go on sale

Glasgow will host a stripped-back Games in 2026, with 10 sports and using four venues in the city.

Bricklayer's fond farewell to the River City set he built

James Lacey helped to build some of the exteriors and The Tall Ship pub in the long-running Scottish soap opera.

How Scotland shaped Frankenstein on page and screen

The latest film of the classic tale uses Scottish locations which inspired director Guillermo Del Toro.

The community garden that inspired a comic book

Twelve children created the book about two children discovering the secrets of the Drying Green Community Garden.