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ScotRail services have been cut due to the drivers' dispute. Picture: John Devlin

ScotRail adds more Sunday trains after union row sees services cut

Green Goddesses lined up at Redford Barracks

Remembering when workers went on strike in Scotland in 2002-03

Firefighters are set to go on strike.

Firefighters strike: Fire Brigades Union votes for industrial action over pay

Martin Compston stars as Fulmer in the six-part thriller, The Rig (Picture: Amazon Prime Video/PA)

Stephen King's praise for Scots series The Rig

Ken Bruce will leave BBC Radio 2 in March.

Ken Bruce announces he is leaving BBC Radio 2 after 45 years of broadcasting

This seaside town is among the most affordable in Scotland.

In pictures: 12 cheapest places to buy property in Scotland

Lewis Capaldi will play at the RHS.

Lewis Capaldi announces a huge Edinburgh gig at the Royal Highland Showground

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon, with Michael Gove also present.

Rishi Sunak says he is 'concerned' about Scottish gender recognition Bill

King Charles III during his visit to Aboyne and Mid Deeside Community Shed in Aboyne, Aberdeenshire.

In Pictures: King Charles III visits Aboyne Community Shed in Aberdeenshire

The incident happened on the Trongate

Woman in hospital after Glasgow city centre bus incident

A Saudi Arabian fund has bought WWE.

Was WWE sold to Saudi Arabian Investment fund?

The Clavie, a burning barrel packed with tar soaked sticks fixed on the top of a pole, is surrounded by Clavie Crew at the Doorie Hill in Burghead.

Burning of the Clavie: The rare Scottish New Year celebration

Pope Benedict XVI has died.

Pope Benedict XVI dies aged 95

The Popemobile drives down Princes Street with Edinburgh Castle in the background.

In pictures: Pope Benedict XVI visits Scotland

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A number of routes in the west of Scotland are flooded.

Rail disruption hits with travel warning issued in Scotland

Pope Francis, left, during a visit to Pope Benedict XVI at his residence of the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican in 2020.

Former Pope Benedict XVI 'very sick', says Francis

Michelle Mone is at the centre of a row over the purchase of PPE.

PPE Medpro: Firm caught in Michelle Mone row is being sued by UK Government

Jeremy Clarkson has come under fire for his comments on the Duchess of Sussex.

What did Jeremy Clarkson write about Megan Markle?

From left, brothers Finlay and Samuel Butler, and their cousin Thomas Stewart

Solihull: Boys who died after falling into icy lake named

Which neighbourhood will be named top?

15 of the coolest neighbourhoods in the UK - including two in Scotland

The cold snap has affected a number of areas across the UK.

'Concerns for vulnerable people' after second night without power

Rescuers and police experts examine remains of a drone following a strike on an administrative building in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

Ukraine explosions: Russian drone strikes damage five buildings in Kyiv

Will we see another spectacular moon like this?

When is the next full moon in December? What is it called?

Mike is aiming to launch his new campaign soon.

Ex-TV news man's book to fund campaign to ban headers in football

Where is the best place in the UK to visit?

Best places to visit in the UK in 2023 - including 3 in Scotland

The Prince and Princess of Wales, and Emilia Fazzalari, wife of Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck.

In pictures: Prince William and Kate Middleton in Boston on US visit

Jane Davidson will close in December.

Edinburgh designer fashion boutique Jane Davidson announces closure

The view includes the Forth Bridge

Stunning four-bed home beneath Forth Bridge on sale for nearly £1m

Teachers across Scotland extend strike for another 16 days confirm union

Teachers' strike: Union announces 16 more days of strikes

Emergency services are on the scene. Picture: Fife Jammer Locations

Child pedestrian involved in Kirkcaldy car crash

Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams who has apologised for making "disrespectful comments" about contestants during breaks in filming the ITV talent show.

David Walliams future as Britain's Got Talent judge 'hangs in balance'

Scottish independence supporters were hoping for an Indyref2 vote to be held next year, but instead it is likely that a 2024 general election will be used to gauge opinion.

Scottish independence: What is a de facto referendum?

Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain has argued that the Scottish Government could legally hold a referendum on independence.

Who is Dorothy Bain?

The Supreme Court normally sits in the Middlesex Guildhall in Westminster.

What is the Supreme court?

Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham and Harry Maguire of England take a knee prior to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group B match between England and IR Iran at Khalifa International Stadium.

Why are the England players taking a knee at the World Cup?

The ceremony was cancelled due to bad weather.

Edinburgh Armistice service cancelled

Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams is reported to have made obscene comments about contestants.

David Walliams made sexually explicit comments about BGT contestants

Geno Smith, of the Seattle Seahawks, will take on Tom Brady of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Allianz Arena in Germany.

NFL Germany game: When is kick off? Who's playing?

Peter Gabriel will tour the UK and Europe to promote his album i/o - find out here how to get tickets.

Peter Gabriel tour 2023: How to get tickets UK and Europe dates

The deer is normally quite friendly and has been known to approach humans.

Warning after photographer attacked by 'normally friendly' deer

The street was cordoned off by emergency services after the incident. Picture: Fife Jammer Locations

Man arrested after seven-car crash in Milnathort

SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford kicked off the debate on Scottish independence

Scottish independence: Alister Jack brands indyref2 papers 'utter pish'

Nicola Sturgeon will attend the conference.

Nicola Sturgeon to attend Egypt for COP27

We could see Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson go up against the Jacksonville Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence.

NFL London game: How to watch Jacksonville Jaguars v Denver Broncos

The brewer has warned that a perfect storm could push up prices.

Scottish craft beer maker warns average cost of pint could hit £7

Scottish National gallery of Modern Art (Modern Two), has had to close after being unable to switch the lights on.

Modern Two art gallery in Edinburgh closes due to rising energy bills