- No prosecution of rail fare row man
- Family devastated by boy's death
- Devolution papers release vetoed
- Rail signal staff to strike again
- BBC explains Salmond cancellation
- Snow set to settle over 'wide area'
- Knife sentences longer in Scotland
- Reoffending services data 'lacking'
- Budget cash for colleges, housing
- Pedestrian dies after car accident
- Navy rescuers have busiest UK base
- Home recycling 'saves £20m a year'
- Police name bus fall death woman
- Sports scheme to help youngsters
- Probe into university blaze begins
- Offshore energy 'needs efficiency'
- Murray vows to win grand slam title
- Alcohol plan 'complies with EU law'
- Secrecy over Megrahi 'orchestrated'
- UK banks owner launches review
Scottish news
Met Office urges caution on the roads as severe weather warning issued
THE Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for most of Scotland as a band of freezing rain is predicted to fall later this evening and in the early hours of the morning.
1 comment
‘Big man’ will not be prosecuted over train incident video
A PASSENGER who achieved internet celebrity after helping eject an alleged fare dodger from a train has been told he will not be prosecuted over the incident.
Minimum pricing on alcohol is legal in EU says Nicola Sturgeon
THE Scottish Government’s plans to introduce a minimum price for alcohol are, in principle, “entirely compatible” with European Union law, Nicola Sturgeon has been told by senior EU officials.
382 comments
Andy Murray: I owe success to swingball
IT IS a simple game that has provided hours of entertainment in gardens across the country.
Now swingball has been credited by the mother of tennis star Andy Murray with setting him on the road to stardom.
20 comments
Scottish budget: John Swinney promises more cash for colleges and housing
Scotland’s colleges and housing are to get extra cash as Holyrood gets ready to pass the Scottish Government’s budget today.
4 comments
UK
Russia must ‘look at its conscience’ over Syria, says David Cameron
DAVID Cameron said today that Russia has to “look at its conscience” after its decision to veto a UN resolution calling on Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to quit.
Harry Redknapp court case: Tottenham Hotspur boss found not guilty
TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR manager Harry Redknapp was cleared today of tax fraud.
Leveson Inquiry: Guido Fawkes blogger says Sunday Mirror editor approved hacking
THE editor of the Sunday Mirror, Tina Weaver, personally authorised hacking and blagging at the publication, political blogger Paul Staines claimed at the Leveson Inquiry today.
UK denies ‘militarising’ South Atlantic as Falklands row grows
DOWNING STREET officials have denied claims from the Argentinian government that Britain is creating a risk to international security by “militarising” the long-standing dispute over the Falkland Islands.
Airline grounds all Airbus superjumbos after cracks found on wings
AUSTRALIAN airliner Qantas have ordered checks on all Airbus A380 superjumbos after cracks were found in wing components on the world’s largest passenger aircraft.
 |
 |
International
Syria: state forces continue assault on Homs
Syrian forces have thrust into the rebellious city of Homs, killing dozens of civilians by the accounts of opposition activists, as Turkey appears to be preparing a new push against President Bashar al-Assad.
Republican race: Resurgent Rick Santorum wins three states
Rick Santorum has won the Republican presidential contests in Minnesota, Colorado and Missouri, a stunning sweep that raised fresh questions about front-runner Mitt Romney’s ability to appeal to the conservative core of the party’s political base.
Argentina in UN protest at warship in Falklands
ARGENTINA’S President Cristina Fernandez last night vowed to complain formally to the UN Security Council about Britain sending one of its most modern warships to the Falkland Islands.
11 comments
Putin aims to cut road rage and win votes in Moscow
In AN effort to court the populist vote ahead of the country’s presidential election in March, Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin has pledged to cut traffic privileges for officials, who routinely by-pass Moscow’s notorious traffic jams by ignoring the basic rules of the road and even driving into oncoming lanes.
Fistfuls of dollars: How Iran is reacting to nuclear crisis
One measure of the anxiety coursing through Iranian society in the light of American and European sanctions over its nuclear programme can be seen on Manouchehri Street, a winding Tehran lane where men gather to buy and sell US dollars.
 |
 |
Politics
Attorney General blocks release of devolution papers
Dominic Grieve, the Attorney General, has blocked the release of Cabinet committee papers relating to devolution under the Freedom of Information Act.
9 comments
Top mandarin ‘reminds’ staff of bias rules in wake of Housden comments
THE UK’s most senior civil servant has insisted that government officials must act with integrity and openness, following concerns about the impartiality of Scotland’s Permanent Secretary, Sir Peter Housden.
39 comments
Scottish Government publicity bill ‘grows’ threefold to hit £12m
THE Scottish Government’s publicity budget for promoting SNP administration policies is three times bigger than was originally thought, new figures have revealed.
33 commentsMPs’ pay freeze to continue until 2013
MPs’ pay is to be frozen at £65,738 for 2012/13, it was announced today.
Allan Massie: Beware resorting to scoundrelly patriotism
Both sides of the referendum debate would do well to heed the good doctor’s famous warning, writes Allan Massie
59 comments |
 |
|
Transport
Airline grounds all Airbus superjumbos after cracks found on wings
AUSTRALIAN airliner Qantas have ordered checks on all Airbus A380 superjumbos after cracks were found in wing components on the world’s largest passenger aircraft.
Bridge speed cameras net 100 drivers in a fortnight
NEW average speed cameras before the Forth Road Bridge have snared more than 100 drivers in little more than a fortnight of being fully operational.
2 commentsRoad to reopen after landslide
A LIFELINE Highland road is expected to partly reopen later this month.
Scotland shelters long-haul flyers
SEVEN long-haul flights from Asia and North America were diverted to Scottish airports during the weekend snow disruption at Heathrow.
Land Rovers top boy racers for speed
MOTORISTS’ choice of car may reveal more about their driving habits than they care to think.
5 comments
Education
Hundreds evacuated as firefighters tackle blaze at Strathclyde university video
HUNDREDS of students had to be evacuated from two university buildings in Glasgow city centre last night.
Strathclyde University’s main student union building was affected after smoke and flames were seen coming from the neighbouring James Weir Building.
Teacher disciplined for posting sectarian images on Facebook
A TEACHER who used Facebook to criticise his own school and another who posted sectarian images online are among those who have been disciplined by Scotland’s councils for misusing social networking websites.
80,000 students write to Scottish Government in protest over college funding cuts
MORE than 80,000 e-mails have been sent to MSPs calling for a reversal in the Scottish Government’s decision to cut funding for those studying at the country’s colleges.
6 commentsCollege chiefs voice fears at budget cuts
COLLEGE bosses’ fears over Scottish Government funding cuts and reorganisation plans have been revealed as campaigners looked to Finance Secretary John Swinney to find extra cash for the sector in today’s budget.
Medicine’s literary links put under microscope by writer
AN acclaimed American poet is to use a six-month appointment at Edinburgh University to explore links between literature and medicine.
Environment
‘UK seamen losing out to foreigners’
NORTH Sea trade unions yesterday launched a concerted campaign against the increasing use of low-cost foreign seafarers being employed in “flags of convenience” vessels supporting the oil and gas industry.
2 commentsUK producing more emissions
THE UK’s level of greenhouse gas emissions rose in 2010, the first increase since 2003, figures have confirmed.
3 commentsFreshwater fish outnumber salty cousins
CONTRARY to popular belief, there’s not a lot of fish in the sea, say researchers.
1 comment
Cold weather leads to increase in greenhouse gasses
GREENHOUSE gas emissions in the UK went up in 2010 – the first increase since 2003.
15 comments
Subsidy cuts could pull the plug on community green energy schemes
COMMUNITY scale green energy projects could be put out of business by Scottish Government plans to slash subsidy support for onshore wind and hydro schemes, the SNP has been warned.
86 comments
Health
New Hep C drugs to be given to Lothian patients
HEPATITIS C patients across the Lothians will be among the first to be given the option of two revolutionary treatments.
Medicine’s literary links put under microscope by writer
AN acclaimed American poet is to use a six-month appointment at Edinburgh University to explore links between literature and medicine.
Lifelines: Pauline Nimmo on children who have two homes
MY little girl’s mum and I broke up just over two years ago and have an amicable relationship. We have managed to sort out things between us for our daughter’s sake – she is now six.
Geek chic: top beauty apps for men and women
THE latest hair and beauty apps promise personal styling in the palm of your hand, but do they deliver?
Finger food helps babies to stave off obesity in later life
ALLOWING children to eat solid “finger food” rather than spoon-feeding them purees means they are less likely to suffer obesity-related illness as they grow up, a new report has claimed.
Entertainment
New Edinburgh film festival director signals return of red carpet premieres
RED carpet premieres will be part of the Edinburgh International Film Festival, its new artistic director Chris Fujiwara confirmed today.
Bad boy Terry back on Street
Coronation Street bad boy Terry Duckworth is coming back to Weatherfield.
Woman could play Jesus Christ Superstar
TELEVISION bosses have not ruled out casting a woman in the lead role of Jesus Christ Superstar after launching a search for a new musical star.
Moyles v Humphrys in morning radio battle
DJ CHRIS Moyles is in danger of being overtaken in the popularity stakes by John Humphrys, according to audience figures released yesterday.
L’Oreal ad banned for altering actress’s image
A L’OREAL advert featuring a digitally retouched image of actress Rachel Weisz has been banned by the advertising watchdog after a complaint from an MP.
Odd
Cynical Brits refuse free money offer
The majority of Brits were so cynical they turned down free money offered by researchers.
2 commentsJudy’s toilet tweet sparks Lords row
A ROW has broken out between Lords and the Queen’s representative in parliament after Andy Murray’s mum Judy tweeted a picture from inside parliament, a peer has claimed.
3 comments
Security galore hits island’s airport
IT’S a tiny island airport where most of the passengers know most of the staff. But the airline which flies in to Islay, off the west coast of Scotland, has lodged an official complaint about “overzealous” security.
16 comments
A dog’s life at top Scots hotels
WHO let the dogs in? Well, a growing number of Scottish hotels are rolling out the red carpet for canine guests.
9 commentsBeckham ‘sent off’ while on sidelines
David Beckham saw red when he was sent off by a referee as he stood on the sidelines waiting to watch his son play football.
Opinion
On The Scotsman iPad app: Emma Cowing examines the reaction to terms of endearment
IN THIS column exclusively for The Scotsman iPad, Emma Cowing discusses the problems that some people have with certain words used to convey friendliness.
Allan Massie: Beware resorting to scoundrelly patriotism
Both sides of the referendum debate would do well to heed the good doctor’s famous warning, writes Allan Massie
59 comments
Brian Ashcroft: Debate on economics is only just starting
Alex Salmond’s idea of a sterling union is one route for an independent Scotland to go economically but it poses more questions than it provides answers, writes Brian Ashcroft
18 comments
Leaders: Empathy does not imply any lack of impartiality
HAS Scotland’s top civil servant, Sir Peter Housden, “gone native” and ceased to be impartial at the outset of a long and highly sensitive run-up to Scotland’s independence referendum?
11 commentsTristan Garel-Jones: Celts can achieve more together than apart
Opting out of the UK would prove to be a major mistake for both Scotland and Wales, writes Tristan Garel-Jones
9 comments- Alex Salmond under fire for Nazi jibe at BBC adviser
- Marian Kello dropped because he entered negotiations with English club
- The Rumour Mill - Monday’s football news and gossip
- Ally McCoist talks of crisis but Craig Whyte says there is none
- Six Nations: Dan Parks announces retirement from Scotland team
Looking for...
Featured advertisers
Jobs
Search for a job
Motors
Search for a car
Property
Search for a house
Weather for Edinburgh
Wednesday 08 February 2012
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 0 C to 2 C
Wind Speed: 9 mph
Wind direction: South west
Tomorrow
Light rain
Temperature: 4 C to 7 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: South west
