Billy Connolly inspired £1,750 designer banana boots

A Scottish fashion designer has sold out of his take on Billy Connolly's iconic banana boots in just 24 hours.

Corpse shortage due to rise in Scottish medical students - report

The shortage has led to colleges cancelling surgical training, according to an inspection report.

Goldson says 'it hurts' as he exits Rangers for Aris

Connor Goldson says "it hurts" as he leaves Rangers to join Cypriot club Aris Limassol for an undisclosed fee.

Ex-nurse guilty of online fake man scam for third time

Adele Rennie, 33, admitted posing as a man to lure an unsuspecting woman into sending her naked pictures.

Fourth rail union balloted after 'miserly' pay offer

The TSSA union warns of a "summer of discontent" for passengers with Scotland's nationalised rail operator.

Four dead in motorbike crashes in one day

Three riders died in a crash in the Scottish Borders, and a woman died a short time later in Argyll.

Third union ballots ScotRail workers on strike action

The Unite union says its members are yet to a receive a "credible" pay offer.

Former Gladiators referee John Anderson dies aged 92

The Scottish sports coach appeared in the show's original ITV run from1992 to 2000 and in its 2008 Sky revamp.

Man, 35, critical in hospital after attack on bus

A 35-year-old and a 15-year old were both attacked just after 23:00 on Friday.

Baby bat returns to Highlands after hiding in holiday suitcase

The bat was discovered after a family returned from their holiday in Lochailort in the Highlands.

Man, 37, dies in Land Rover crash in Ayrshire

A green Land Rover Defender crashed on the B7035 Girvan to Dailly Road at about 19:30 on Saturday.

ScotRail travel misery over double disruption to Sunday trains

ScotRail is already running a reduced timetable after a pay dispute with drivers.

Why do doctors across the world use the Glasgow Coma Scale?

An idea born in Glasgow in the 1970s is now used worldwide in hospitals to assess consciousness.

Billy Connolly inspired £1,750 designer banana boots

A Scottish fashion designer has sold out of his take on Billy Connolly's iconic banana boots in just 24 hours.

Scotland triumph in World Schools Debating Championships

The team defeated Bulgaria to lift the trophy in Belgrade on the motion: "This house regrets the glorification of champions".

Man in court over 'threat to partner' after police car crash

Dylan Hood is alleged to have threatened his partner after being held over a three-vehicle crash on the M8.

Your pictures of Scotland: 19-26 July

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

All fuel removed from sunken fish farm ship, says coastguard

The vessel had been leaking oil since sinking near salmon nets in the Sound of Mull earlier this month.

Three critical after M8 crash with unmarked police car

Emergency services were called to a crash involving three vehicles on the motorway in Glasgow.

Lives at risk over inaction on prisons says report

The report criticises the “glacial pace of change” in tackling overcrowding, suicides and mental health problems.

Sabrina Carpenter fans priced out by 'astronomical' ticket costs

Dismayed fans of the Espresso singer found that tickets for her Glasgow gig cost hundreds of pounds.

Family to sue prison service over death of inmate

Allan Marshall died after being restrained face down by prison officers at HMP Edinburgh.

Ten years since the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Watch: Dancing tea cakes, a giant Nessie and Karen Dunbar - the Glasgow Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony 10 years on.

Fancy owning an old Glasgow subway carriage? Yours for £5,000

It is hoped the carriages could be reused as glamping pods, community hubs or even art galleries.

Women match men in business start-ups for first time

Women accounted for around half of all entrepreneurs in Scotland last year.

Joey Barton charged over malicious communications

The former player said on X that the charges related to posts he had made concerning Eni Aluko.

Train delays as herd of cows wanders on to railway line

The herd disrupted early morning services between Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Russell Findlay launches bid for Scottish Conservative leadership

The Scottish Tory justice spokesperson is the first to enter the running to replace Douglas Ross.

Disabled workers are helping to grow our business

Scotland's disability employment gap has been high for years - but there are signs of improvement.

Unions to decide on deal to avert waste worker strikes

More than half of Scotland's councils are set to be affected by action if no agreement can be reached.

Schauffele holds off Rose to win Open at Troon

Xander Schauffele wins second major of his career with a two-shot victory over Justin Rose and Billy Horschel.

'I went on tour with the circus three days after I was born'

Maddie Cottnedock, 21, has a rich family history in the circus that goes back around 200 years.

Rose and Brown one back as Horschel leads The Open

English pair Justin Rose and Dan Brown are one shot off the lead of American Billy Horschel after a dramatic third round of The Open at rain...

James Braid: One of golf's greatest influences

Marjorie MacKie remembers her grandfather, five-time Open champion and golf course designer, James Braid.

Union rejects council pay offer aimed at avoiding bin strikes

The offer had been described by local government body Cosla as “strong, fair and credible”.

Your pictures of Scotland

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

Flat-bed truck driver dies in crash with Mini and HGV

Police shut the road for more than five hours after the incident on the Shawfield flyover.

Espresso singer Sabrina Carpenter announces Glasgow show

The American songstress will tour in support of her forthcoming Short n' Sweet album.

Cosla tables new pay offer in bid to avert bin strikes

Waste workers in most council areas across Scotland are considering strike action over "inadequate" pay.

Game of Thrones author says he was snubbed for Glasgow event

Organisers of WorldCon sci-fi convention have said the author is still welcome.

Man who murdered woman in row over child's bike jailed

Kevin Campbell pushed Mairi Doherty down a flight of stairs in the flats where he lived in Dunoon.

MacIntyre relaxed after 'wild' Scottish celebrations

Robert MacIntyre says he is coming in to this week's Open Championship with the same "zero expectations" he had before winning...

Rangers youth player who beat cancer dreams of playing for Chelsea

Morven Macdonald, 11, was diagnosed with a rare form of the disease in 2019 when she was just seven.

Troon colourful but quiet as town tees up for The Open

Locals say they are preparing for a wave of international visitors - but the floodgates have not yet opened.

Emmy-winning animation studio collapses with 160 job losses

Glasgow-based Axis Studios created content for the BBC, Netflix and a host of other companies.

Girl, 13, among 40 arrests at TRNSMT festival

Police say those arrested in and around Glasgow Green have been charged with breach of the peace, disorder and minor assaults.

Biker, 52, dies following three-vehicle crash

The road was closed for several hours following the crash which involved a motorcycle, Volvo and Land Rover.

Airport security staff vote to accept new pay offer

About 300 security staff at Glasgow and Aberdeen airports accept a pay offer of up to 12.8%.

Hewett & Reid retain wheelchair doubles title

Watch highlights as Britain's Alfie Hewett & Gordon Reid beat Takuya Miki & Tokito Oda to be crowned men's wheelchair double...

Calvin Harris to headline final day of TRNSMT festival

Thousands of music fans are attending the third and final day of the Glasgow festival at Glasgow Green.

The running club where members can never be too slow

Glasgow's Southside Slowies never pressure anyone to speed up, improve times or progress, and that's how the members like it.

TRNSMT - weather forecast for the festival weekend

It is expected to be a grey, cloudy day on Saturday with some drizzle and longer spells of rain.

Exploring the role of ordinary Scots during the Cold War

A new exhibition explores how Scotland was put on the frontline of a stand-off between the world's great superpowers.

Inquiry told young prisoner's suicide 'not preventable'

A fatal accident inquiry is being held into the death of Jack McKenzie, 20, at Polmont in 2021.

TRNSMT kicks off in sunshine ahead of Liam Gallagher set

This year's festival on Glasgow Green is also headlined by Gerry Cinnamon and Calvin Harris.

Arrest after woman seriously injured in fall from window

A 45-year-old woman has been charged over an attempted murder in Ardrossan.

Your pictures of Scotland

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

TRNSMT 2024 - weather forecast for the festival weekend

Here's your TRNSMT festival weather forecast for the weekend ahead in Glasgow.

Man who raped girl,10, jailed for seven years

Ryan Brown, 35, is sentenced to seven years for the rape of the girl and the sexual assault of a young boy.

Falkirk and North Lanarkshire T-shirts become fashion hits in Japan

A Tokyo-based brand has launched a collection featuring the names of Scottish local authorities.

Detectives name man who died after flat disturbance

Callum Pollock, 22, was found fatally injured in Troon, South Ayrshire, on Saturday.

Govan-Partick bridge installed over River Clyde

The pedestrian and cycle bridge which will connect two Glasgow communities is due to open later this year.

TRNSMT festival fans face ban on single-use vapes

The festival, which is the biggest in Scotland, will return to Glasgow Green this weekend.

Plans made to recover sunken boat at Sound of Mull fish farm

The Julie Anne, operated by Scottish Sea Farms, sank near the company's Fiunary salmon farming site in the Sound of Mull.

Energy boss backs lower bills for those near wind farms

Greg Jackson from Octopus says people living near wind farms should pay less for electricity.

'People are fed up' - Glasgow reacts to the general election results

The BBC spoke to people in Glasgow city centre about the general election results.

'I had alcohol problems - now I'm addicted to gardening'

Research shows being outside can have a huge impact on people with addictions and mental health issues.

Four men deny murdering tiler who was stabbed in car

A court heard Tony Ferns managed to drive home where he died after the attack in April 2019.

Police arrest 14 protesters in drone parts factory blockade

Thales has denied it supplies components for drones used by the Israeli military in Gaza.

White-tailed eagles spend a year caring for injured chick

The surprising new insight shows the caring side of one of Scotland’s most iconic birds.

Your pictures of Scotland: 28 June - 5 July

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

Why Kevin Costner's cowboy soundtrack came from Scotland's 'wild west'

The musicians of Scotland's RSNO orchestra are keeping Hollywood's soundtrack secrets.

Stevie Nicks postpones Glasgow gig due to injury

The 75-year-old singer was due to perform on Saturday but pulled out after minor leg surgery.

'People are fed up' - Glasgow reacts to the general election results

The BBC spoke to people in Glasgow city centre about the general election results.

Labour wins Glasgow as party retakes heartlands

Labour's performance in Glasgow is emblematic of its success in winning back its traditional seats.

Half of Scotland's councils set for bin strikes

Unite members rejected the pay offer in May, and have now voted to strike in 16 local authorities.

'Significant challenges' for Glasgow as footfall drops by 400,000

Glasgow Chamber of Commerce said figures showed revitalising the city should be a "top economic priority".

Community 'united in grief' after pedestrian death

Local man Douglas Macarthur was hit by an HGV in the town and found on a roadside two miles away.

Paisley takes on Hollywood with Buddie Walk of Fame

Ten famous Paisley Buddies are honoured by stones across the town.

White-tailed eagles spend a year caring for injured chick

The surprising new insight shows the caring side of one of Scotland’s most iconic birds.

Teenager arrested over top-floor fire at tower block

Six people suffered injuries with six fire engines dispatched in the incident on Monday afternoon.

Cash machine left in wheelie bin after shop break-in

Police are investigating a break-in at a Day-Today convenience shop in Renfrewshire

Your pictures of Scotland

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

Glasgow says goodbye to old subway trains

Glasgow's 44-year-old subway trains will travel the inner and outer circle lines for the final time.

Ex-Boys' Brigade leader jailed for child sex abuse

Craig Menzies from Glasgow abused seven boys in his care between 1986 and 2004.

Community 'united in grief' after pedestrian death

Local man Douglas Macarthur was hit by an HGV in the town and found on a roadside two miles away.

'Queen of Gaelic singers' inspires video game soundtrack

Flora MacNeil's Gaelic singing led to her musician daughter featuring in new game Still Wakes the Deep.

Woman dies in hospital after mobility scooter hit by car

The 58-year-old was taken to hospital where she died two days after the crash in Baillieston.