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OpinionReaders Letters: Does anyone really believe SNP could run Scotland's buses?: Was John Swinney’s announcement the Scottish government will take bus services in ...
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Celtic Park erupts as the champions defeat Hearts 7-1 (yes, seven-one) in a show of strength in the title race
Key FactsCeltic beat Hearts 7-1 to extend Premiership lead
Oct 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Celtic won 7-1 at Parkhead, with Callum Osmand scoring twice within two first-half minutes.
- Kieran Tierney and Benjamin Nygren put Celtic 2-0 ahead inside ten minutes from Mika Baur corners.
- Camilo Duran scored four minutes after halftime, before Nygren completed the scoring in the 83rd minute.
- Hearts arrived as the division’s top scorers and could have moved within two points, but scored only once.
Pub operator seeks permission to allow unaccompanied youths into Edinburgh venues
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EXCLUSIVE: The Scottish Greens have condemned a far-right demonstration outside Edinburgh Castle after footage emerged showing upwards of 100 masked men ... Show more
Scottish Greens condemn far-right protest at Edinburgh Castle | The National
Scottish Greens condemn far-right protest at Edinburgh Castle | The National
Capybara pup Bru went viral in May after becoming the first capybara to be born in Scotland in 18 years.
Now, he has been joined by triplets ... Show more
No love lost here between Derek McInnes and Wouter Vrancken at the full-time whistle in Rangers draw at Hearts. 🤝
Darcy Graham sits out but Duhan van der Merwe returns for Edinburgh's shot at history
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First Minister John Swinney has doubled down on his defence of the Rosebank oil field while speaking to reporters after facing questions from across the ... Show more
‘Serious concerns’ for welfare of missing man from Edinburgh without walking stick
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Buses to be brought under public control by 2031, says John Swinney: Legislation will be tabled at Holyrood next year
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More than 300 people took to Holyrood for an emergency Reclaim the Night march to protest against a rise in 'violent and intimidating ... Show more
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Bid to allow unaccompanied 12 to 15-year-olds into Edinburgh pubs: If approved, youths would be served at McClarens on the Corner in Morningside ...
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NEW: A Labour MP has condemned a far-right demonstration outside Edinburgh Castle, saying those responsible are 'not welcome' in the capital ... Show more
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Reform MSP quits party in major blow to Malcolm Offord: A REFORM UK MSP has quit the party and will sit as an independent, in a major blow to leader Malcolm ...
thenational.scot/news/26648700.reform-msp-quits-party-major-blow-malcolm-offord/
OpinionWhy appalling state of some Edinburgh and Glasgow cycle lanes amounts to roads apartheid – Alastair Dalton
scotsman.com/news/opinion/appalling-state-of-some-edinburgh-and-glasgow-cycle-lanes-amounts-to-roads-apartheid-9295956
Scotland's first baby sloth celebrates World Sloth Day with a tasty treat
Atty was born at Edinburgh Zoo in May
Hector Patterson dazzles as Edinburgh equal best start but Duhan van der Merwe comeback cut short
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/hector-patterson-dazzles-as-edinburgh-equal-best-start-but-duhan-van-der-merwe-comeback-cut-short-9307411
OpinionSNP must demand broadcasting powers after death of BBC Scotland: Neil Mackay argues the closure of BBC Scotland's TV channel exposes a failure of leadership ...
heraldscotland.com/politics/viewpoint/26665568.snp-must-demand-broadcasting-powers-death-bbc-scotland/
Dare we say it's beginning to look a lot like C*****mas at The Dome in Edinburgh? 😬
Are you feeling festive already or do you think it's still too ... Show more
Edinburgh business leaders have branded the standard of arrivals at Edinburgh Airport as “woefully inadequate”, urging the country’s busiest airport to ... Show more
'It defies logic’: Passengers despair at ‘woeful’ Edinburgh Airport arrivals
'It defies logic’: Passengers despair at ‘woeful’ Edinburgh Airport arrivals
Edinburgh councillors urged to condemn 'Zionism is racism' motion: Conservative councillor Marie-Clair Munro has hit out at the “divisive language and ...
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OpinionI didn't expect to feel so spooked in my lovely new Edinburgh home: It’s that time of year again
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"It's surely obvious to most people that the majority of Scots don’t wish Scotland to become independent of the 300-plus year old UK ... Show more
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Sam Fender Murrayfield: Here's how to get tickets and presale for Sam Fender in Edinburgh
scotsman.com/regions/edinburgh-fife-and-lothians/sam-fender-tour-2027-edinburgh-murrayfield-tickets-presale-9298213
The start of the Tour de France 2027 route through Edinburgh city centre revealed
scotsman.com/news/transport/the-start-of-the-tour-de-france-2027-route-through-edinburgh-city-centre-revealed-9303042
I watched Edinburgh beat Lions and saw 11-year first as man-of-the-match prompted two key questions
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/i-watched-edinburgh-rugby-beat-lions-and-saw-11-year-first-as-man-of-the-match-prompted-two-key-questions-9307450
John Swinney demands North Sea Energy Wealth Fund ringfenced for Scotland: JOHN Swinney has demanded the UK Government’s new North Sea Energy Wealth Fund be ...
thenational.scot/news/26657404.swinney-demands-north-sea-energy-wealth-fund-ringfenced-scotland/
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Former Scotland rugby international Tim Visser to go on trial charged with rape : Tim Visser is accused of controlling and abusive behaviour against a woman over ...
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Greens 'very confident' of winning control of Edinburgh and Glasgow councils: The party is hoping to double the number of councillors they have at next year’s ...
scotsman.com/news/politics/greens-very-confident-of-winning-control-of-edinburgh-and-glasgow-councils-9287887
Duhan van der Merwe on track for Edinburgh return along with team-mate who underwent major surgery
Full story: Duhan van der Merwe on track for Edinburgh return along with team-mate who underwent major surgery
'It defies logic’: Passengers despair at ‘woeful’ Edinburgh Airport arrivals: While the departure experience at Edinburgh has been praised, the airport insists ...
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Edinburgh Rugby confirm tribute to Scott Hastings, Ally Donaldson and Graham Dall against Toulon
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/edinburgh-confirm-tribute-to-scott-hastings-ally-donaldson-and-graham-dall-against-toulon-9284893
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Leith’s Fingal Hotel named Europe’s leading boutique hotel: The Fingal Hotel, which was also named as Scotland's leading boutique hotel ...
heraldscotland.com/news/26649623.leiths-fingal-hotel-named-europes-leading-boutique-hotel/
OpinionReaders' Letters: Neverendum is a cosy status quo for SNP politicians: Readers have their say on the fortunes of the SNP as party members gather in Aberdeen for ...
scotsman.com/news/opinion/letters/readers-letters-neverendum-is-a-cosy-status-quo-for-snp-politicians-9293267
Hibs look like relegation strugglers and Marink Reedijk really doesn't need this Hearts match
scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/latest-hibs-news/hibs-look-like-relegation-battlers-and-marink-reedijk-really-doesnt-need-this-hearts-match-9294470
Scottish Poppy Appeal launches today at Lady Haig’s Poppy Factory in Edinburgh.
The launch brings together direct beneficiaries of the charity's ... Show more
Hearts grilled on Celtic capitulation as Wouter Vrancken explains performance: Disappointed head coach now wants to see a reaction
scotsman.com/sport/football/hearts/latest-hearts-news/hearts-grilled-on-celtic-capitulation-as-wouter-vrancken-explains-performance-9294876
OpinionSNP must be bold and crack down on balaclava-clad thugs blighting Scotland's streets
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Thousands take part in pro-Palestine march through Edinburgh: Thousands of people have attended a pro-Palestine march through the centre of Edinburgh.
heraldscotland.com/news/26625692.thousands-take-part-pro-palestine-march-edinburgh/
Students and staff fight to save university’s costume design course: Graduates have gone on to work on some of TV’s biggest productions, including Downton Abbey ...
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Demonstrators have taken part in a Scotland National March for Palestine in Edinburgh this afternoon to mark three years of genocide in Gaza
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Comic Con Scotland 2026: 25 of the biggest stars coming to Edinburgh and how much photos and autographs cost - including Jensen Ackles
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Great Scott: Abseilers spotted cleaning Edinburgh's iconic monument: A head for heights is definitely required for this job
scotsman.com/heritage-and-retro/heritage/great-scott-abseilers-spotted-cleaning-edinburghs-iconic-monument-9283219
OpinionCivil servants demand to work from home - is it April 1?: Civil servants in Holyrood do not want to return to their offices as they prefer to work from home.
heraldscotland.com/opinion/26643796.civil-servants-demand-work-home---april-1/
Rugby community in shock following sudden death of Lions player ahead of Scotland tour
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/rugby-community-in-shock-following-sudden-death-of-lions-player-ahead-of-scotland-tour-9292730
Key FactsHyron Andrews dies after fall at team hotel
Oct 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
- According to a source close to the investigation, emergency services found Andrews in a shower cubicle in cardiac arrest around 10:15 a.m.
- An investigation into the cause of death has been opened, with no findings reported so far.
- Andrews made 45 appearances for Sale Sharks and three for the Lions this season.
- The Lions confirmed they would play La Rochelle to honour Andrews.
There are no words to adequately convey our shock and the depth of sympathy we feel for his wife Maighlin, and for his extended family, friends, team-mates and loved ones during this time of immense sorrow.— Mark Alexander, SA Rugby president, in a statement on the SA Rugby website
Tahj Roshawn Service, 27, was due to be sentenced in Edinburgh next month after being convicted of raping four women at locations across Moray ... Show more
Convicted RAF Lossiemouth rapist dies in prison custody before sentencing
Convicted RAF Lossiemouth rapist dies in prison custody before sentencing
Edinburgh Rugby undone in Europe as Darcy Graham is unscathed but usurped by Scotland teammate Edinburgh Rugby undone in Europe as Darcy Graham is unscathed but usurped by Scotland teammate Full story: Edinburgh Rugby undone in Europe as Darcy Graham is unscathed but usurped by Scotland teammate
Is this Edinburgh’s most stylish resident?
Meet Samantha, the Afghan Hound taking the fashion world by storm 🐾
Kemi Badenoch has blocked The National from attending a press event in Edinburgh today
How can this make sense when she called out Reform for doing the same ... Show more
'They face no consequences' Despair over 'feral' youths plaguing Edinburgh's Princes Street
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'Absolutely bouncing' - Ewan Ashman hopes Hive crowd can drive Edinburgh to victory over Toulon again
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Is this Edinburgh's most stylish resident? Meet Samantha, the Afghan Hound taking the fashion world by storm
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Majority of Scots in support of net-zero energy policy, study suggests: More than four out of 10 (42%) Scots say they trust the SNP Government to deliver its ...
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Christopher Blakesley, of Lossiemouth, was remanded in custody after a jury at the High Court in Edinburgh found him guilty of sexually assaulting the girl at ... Show more
Moray sex offender convicted of sexually assaulting girl from age four
Moray sex offender convicted of sexually assaulting girl from age four
UK car giant plunges into administration as all employees lose their jobs: Scottish car dealership business Cars4You has collapsed into administration - making ...
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Key FactsCars4You enters administration as 26 Scottish jobs are lost
Oct 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mirror.co.uk
- Cars4You entered administration on October 2, with George Dylan Lafferty appointed as administrator.
- The listed operations comprised five Scottish dealership sites and two Edinburgh-based businesses, E-Cars4You and Performance-Cars4You.
- All 26 employees were made redundant, with support offered through PACE and the Redundancy Payments Service.
- The online inventory was understood to contain around 1,500 vehicles; asset sales are intended to benefit creditors.
Swinney will not be investigated over claims he misled Holyrood over pensions: The First Minister said he now considered the matter closed
scotsman.com/news/politics/swinney-will-not-be-investigated-over-claims-he-misled-holyrood-over-pensions-9282487
Green MSP Manivannan allowed to continue working in UK after visa extended: The Edinburgh and Lothians East member has secured a three-year graduate visa ...
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How Duhan van der Merwe is in 'best nick' as close pal lifts lid on Scotland hero and makes pace confession
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/how-duhan-van-der-merwe-is-in-best-nick-as-close-pal-lifts-lid-on-scotland-hero-and-reveals-gym-habits-9285158
Andrew Jarvie was part of Highland Alliance but has been working for the party in Holyrood for months, and now appears to be an official Reform councillor ... Show more
Caithness councillor becomes first Reform representative in Highlands
Caithness councillor becomes first Reform representative in Highlands
Pro-Palestine students to take to Glasgow and Edinburgh streets: Students will take to the streets across the country for pro-Palestine marches on the third ...
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Key FactsPro-Palestine university protests planned in Glasgow and Edinburgh
Oct 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: heraldscotland.com
- Student societies are due to lead rallies at the universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow on Wednesday afternoon.
- Jewish student leaders called the planned protests outrageous on the third anniversary.
- The Metropolitan Police could not ban the London march, requiring assembly by 12:30pm, a set route, and completion by 2pm.
- Community Security Trust data suggested 1,926 antisemitic incidents during the first half of 2026, one-fifth above the previous period.
By adopting it, the Green Party has made antisemitism party policy and become a racist party.— Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy, quoted in the Herald Scotland article
'For years, the Zionist entity has weaponised healthcare as a tool to carry out their goal of ethnic extermination of the Palestinian people'
A ... Show more
John Swinney backs Stephen Flynn in CalMac ferry gas leak row: JOHN Swinney has backed Stephen Flynn after a row broke out over whether the Transport ...
thenational.scot/news/26624919.john-swinney-backs-stephen-flynn-calmac-ferry-gas-leak-row/
Summerhall Arts calls for 'repair not demolition' amid warning over developer plans
scotsman.com/arts-and-culture/summerhall-arts-calls-for-repair-not-demolition-amid-warning-over-developer-plans-9281018
The women-owned and joyful Asian bakery that's opened on lively Edinburgh square: There’s a new addition to this hectic area
scotsman.com/lifestyle/the-women-owned-and-joyful-asian-bakery-thats-opened-on-lively-edinburgh-square-9272052
33 years after Nelson Mandela's historic visit to Glasgow, a statue is to be unveiled in the city in tribute to him.
The statue of Nelson Mandela was ... Show more
MSPs condemn Reform UK over Holyrood burqa ban bid: MSPs from the SNP, Labour and the Greens rounded on Reform UK at Holyrood on Thursday ...
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Pro-Palestine rallies led by students and staff have taken place at Edinburgh and Glasgow universities this afternoon
Our reporter on the ground said those ... Show more
New venue announced for Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations as line-up revealed: A new venue has been announced for Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations
scotsman.com/arts-and-culture/new-venue-announced-for-edinburghs-hogmanay-celebrations-as-line-up-revealed-9275436
Tories plan to cut Holyrood's powers if they win next General Election: THE Conservatives will review devolution and strip the Scottish parliament of powers ...
thenational.scot/news/26614166.tories-plan-cut-holyroods-powers-win-next-general-election/
Thomas Kerr burqa motion to face protest outside Scottish Parliament: WOMEN'S groups are set to protest outside Holyrood as MSPs debate a Reform UK motion ...
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And the Edinburgh derby goes to … Hearts! And yes, Rudi Skacel scored the vital goal again to take down Hibs
OpinionEdinburgh has banned loud music on its buses. The whole country next?: Edinburgh’s buses have taken the plunge in solving a modern nuisance ...
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Tennent's Sixes: Rangers spank Celtic as 36y/o scores five goals - and Hearts hero hurts Hibs again
scotsman.com/sport/football/scottish-premiership/latest-premiership-news/tennents-sixes-rangers-spank-celtic-as-36yo-scores-five-goals-and-hearts-hero-hurts-hibs-again-9263038
Michelin-starred chef battles Edinburgh council over removal of £35,000 pub decking
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