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A computer generated image issued by Transport Scotland of the proposed debris flow shelter

£470m road shelter planned to shield A83 Rest and Be Thankful from landslides

Scottish Labour are predicting 20,000 Scots will die in 2023 while waiting for NHS Treatment.

More than 18,000 Scots died while waiting on NHS treatment, amid private surge

Criticism of the Scottish Government’s stewardship of NHS Scotland, or indeed any area of devolution, is often met with whataboutery from ministers who assure the Scottish public things are just as bad south of the border.

Analysis: Scottish Government can no longer indulge in whataboutery on NHS

The fire at Cannich, which broke out several days ago, has been brought under control but firefighters remain on the scene. Picture: FLS

Highland wildfire under control but fire crews will stay until ‘safe to leave’

English rock band Wolf Alice are the subject of Michael Winterbottom's film 'On The Road'.

Five must-watch documentary movies set in the world of popular music

Hull 802 under construction at the Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow in April with sister ferry Glen Sannox afloat behind. Picture: John Devlin

Troubled shipyard Ferguson Marine hails apprenticeship applications deluge

Union chiefs have demanded action over reports of violence

Airport check-in staff assaulted and abused by ‘thuggish’ passengers – GMB union

Geraint Davies MP has been suspended by the Labour party.

Analysis: Labour suspend Geraint Davies, but issues go far beyond one MP

Rose Matafeo won the main Edinburgh Comedy Awards prize for best show in 2018.

Comics who owe their careers to the Fringe should help keep awards going

Glasgow's low emission zone is bounded by the M8, River Clyde and High Street/Saltmarket. Picture: John Devlin

All you need to know about driving into Glasgow's new low emission zone

Steven Naismith is expected to be confirmed as Hearts next permanent manager in the coming days. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Why Hearts fans should be happy with expected Steven Naismith appointment

Opinion

There was so much smoke from a wildfire at Cannich, near Loch Ness, this week that it could be seen from space (Picture: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service)

Greens’ macho critics are aged toddlers clinging to Big Oil's comfort blanket

A Russian soldier in the ruins of the Mariupol drama theatre, bombed in March last year despite a large sign saying children were sheltering there (Picture: Alexander Nemenov/AFP via Getty Images)

Putin's threats are unnecessary. We already know how terrifying he is

Andrew Miller admitted abducting a young girl, then sexually assaulting her (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Young girl abducted by Andrew Miller may have saved her life when she escaped

The fear in the eye of this lamb seems obvious (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

A nation betrayed as UK backtracks on live animal export ban – Philip Lymbery

Passions

Cleaning your windows as normal and then let the Karcher do the rest

The gadget you never knew you needed has clearly made life better

In the mosh pit

‘It’s a release. A chance to scream, sing, shout, jump, push, pogo’

Pamela Moffat and Chilli

From first rescue dog Sam, my life has been enriched immeasurably by dogs

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Robert the Bruce became one of the most revered Scottish warriors of all time following his historic victory at the Battle of Bannockburn (1314).

Kings of Scotland: 13 Famous Scottish Kings and why we remember them to this day

If you hear a Scot referring to “wee beasties” then keep an eye out because this refers to pesky small insects, and if it’s expressed like “they’ve got wee beasties in their hair” then there’s a case of headlice going on.

Scotland’s Favourite Scottish Words: 40 Braw Scots phrases like "Wee Beasties"

You can find Fingal’s Cave on the Isle of Staffa located south-west off the Isle of Ulva. The uninhabited island is only half a mile in length and is composed exclusively of hexagonally jointed basalt columns (like the ones at the Giant’s Causeway on Ireland’s north coast.) “Fingal” is said to be an anglicisation of Finn MacCumhaill who was an Irish General who commanded the Feinne, a group who fended off the Norsemen and other such invaders. The site is also famed for its colourful folklore about giants that see Scottish and Irish mythology overlap.

Scotland's Incredible Caves: 17 Scottish caves with fascinating heritage

A red rockpool near the New Aberdour Caves on the Moray First Coast. PIC: SEPA.

'Red rockpools' warning issued with dog walkers told to stay away

Featured video

Sergey Jakovsky of Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre PIC: John Devlin

Video report: Behind the scenes at Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

LT Leif

The Scotsman Sessions #352: LT Leif

Scotland's first black superhero

Sport

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou insists his full focus is on Saturday's Scottish Cup final amid links to the Tottenham vacancy. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Postecoglou affronted over Celtic exit questioning as Spurs talk turns heated

Steven Naismith is expected to be confirmed as Hearts next permanent manager in the coming days. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Why Hearts fans should be happy with expected Steven Naismith appointment

Ange Postecoglou took Celtic training on Thursday as speculation swirled over a move to Tottenham. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

'They wouldn't dare' - Celtic boss says no Spurs talks held ahead of cup final

Partick's Aidan Fitzpatrick celebrates his opener with Brian Graham, who went on to score Thistle's second in the 2-0 win over Ross County. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Partick put one foot in Premiership but leave door ajar for Ross County comeback

Mosese Tuipulotu, with ball in hand, in action for New South Wales Waratahs against Crusaders. (Photo by Sanka Vidanagama / AFP)

Mosese Tuipulotu makes decision on his future - and it's bad news for Scotland

Scotland striker Kevin Nisbet is in no rush to decide his future despite Hibs accepting an offer from Millwall for his services. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Hibs accept Kevin Nisbet offer but Scotland striker set to keep suitors waiting

Spurs 'to announce' Ange Postecoglou as Celtic 'begin' next manager search

Scotland will play France home and away in August, with both games live on Prime Video. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

TV deal for Scotland Rugby World Cup warm-up matches

Rangers' Glen Kamara holds off Hearts' Lawrence Shankland in what may have been his last appearance at Ibrox. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Michael Beale reveals Rangers star who could be sold this summer

Politics

Shipbuilding on the Clyde has a long and proud history (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

Ferguson Marine shipyard should not be damaged by flak directed at SNP ministers

An-uiridh, chaill 13 duine am beatha air an rathad. (Dealbh: John Devlin)

Bàs eile air an A9 – agus dàil air an obair a’ leantainn, le Murray MacLeòid

Droughts like this one in Bala Murghab, Afghanistan, in 2021 can force people to leave their homes (Picture: Hoshang Hashimi/AFP via Getty Images)

Increasing heat is already a factor in human migration – new study

Iain Livingstone, Chief Constable of Police Scotland, said that the force was 'institutionally racist' (Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA)

Claim that Police Scotland is 'institutionally racist' has damaged the force

Humza Yousaf and Finance Secretary Shona Robison need to find ways to improve productivity (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

Struggling economy means we could face spending cuts and even higher taxes

The NHS is a loved and well-respected institution that is being brought to its knees (Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images)

SNP must act over two-year waits for NHS treatment – Scotsman comment

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been accused of wanting to keep the Covid inquiry in the dark.

Government launch legal action to stop Covid inquiry seeing Johnson's WhatsApps

Heritage and Retro

Lindores Distillery still

Lindores Bear Burning 2023: We experience this modern ritual

Rockall sits 200 miles west of the Outer Hebrides and is where adventurer Cam Cameron plans to spend the next 60 days. PIC: Óglaigh na hÉireann/CC.

Three men land on Rockall as 60-day survival challenge begins

Morna Young is adapting the Lewis Grassic Gibbon novel Sunset Song for a new stage production.

Writer Morna Young to become first woman to adapt classic novel Sunset Song

Scottish artists, inventors, scientists, humanitarians, sportspeople, historical figures and more have been at the heart of revolutionary change that has impacted the world.

The Most Influential Scots of All Time: 17 Scottish icons voted by our readers

The photograph of the HMS Challenger research team who were based at 32 Queen Street, Edinburgh. The frame is made of wood taken from the ship's mast. PIC: NMS.

Rare photograph found in Edinburgh second-hand shop left to nation

A favourite phrase for Scotland's summers, if you're lucky enough to have a sunny day then it's "taps aff" (or tops/ t-shirts off) so you can enjoy the Vitamin D in full.

Top 37 Scottish words for Scotland's weather starting with "taps aff"

-Football at Eagle Heights in Sighthill, Glasgow. The tower block was demolished in 2008, around three years after this photograph was taken. PIC: Toby Binder.

'Timeless' photo collection of Scotland's bond with football emerges

The Scotsman Sessions

Just a few of the artists who have performed Scotsman Sessions

The Scotsman Sessions: links to numbers 1-350

Alec Dalglish of Skerryvore

The Scotsman Sessions #366: Alec Dalglish

Dan Willson, aka Withered Hand

The Scotsman Sessions #365: Withered Hand

Brìghde Chaimbeul

The Scotsman Sessions #364: Brìghde Chaimbeul

Rachael and Paul Swinton, aka Cloth

The Scotsman Sessions #363: Cloth

Ian Donaldson

The Scotsman Sessions #362: Ian Donaldson

Dance North Youth Company perform Savage

The Scotsman Sessions #361: Dance North Youth Company

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Sport Opinion

Hibs suffered their own 7-0 disaster against Malmo.

Aidan Smith: Call Farage, we need another Brexit to get our clubs out of Europe

Callum Paterson scores Sheffield Wednesday's fifth goal in their comeback which - sorry Man City - was the story of the week.

The choice is tight little grounds like Luton or Grealish’s tight little shorts

Kevin van Veen, Motherwell's deadly striker, is in contention for players' player of the year

Forget Celtic trio - there's only one man who should win player of year award

Homes

Some of the buildings that have been recognised as the best in Scotland in 2023.

The 7 best Scottish buildings of the year 2023

If you're a parent or guardian then home gardening is a great activity to try out with your wee one. Early Learning Furniture reports: "Gardening engages all sorts of senses and helps children to develop and recognise them without even realising."

OPINION: Home gardening is an enjoyable and (possibly vital) hobby to get into

Inchlonaig Island is said to have supplied the lumber to make longbows to secure Robert the Bruce’s victory at Bannockburn. You can now secure the island itself for offers over £995,000.

Kirsty McLuckie: Looking out for a Bond villain's lair

Obituaries

May Storrie had an insatiable work ethic but a great sense of fun (Picture: Kieran Dodds)

Scotsman Obituaries: May Storrie CBE, businesswoman and tireless charity worker

Brigadier John M Macfarlane served as Chieftain of the Gaelic Society of Inverness

Obituaries: John M Macfarlane, Army Officer and 1745 Association stalwart

Cars

Ford Grand Tourneo Connect Active (Photo: Ford)

Ford Grand Tourneo Connect review: the little van that can

(Photo: Vauxhall)

Vauxhall Corsa updates brings new looks and improved EV range

(Photo: ChargePlace Scotland)

Government-owned EV charging network in Scotland to be scrapped

Ford Focus ST (Photo: Ford)

Ford Focus ST review: performance at the heart of hot hatch hero

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4Xe is the first hybrid version of Jeep's flagship SUV (Photo: Jeep)

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4Xe review: Hybrid 4x4 squares up to tough rivals

(Photo: Subaru)

Subaru XV review: bombproof build can't diguise hybrid shortcomings

Rugby Union

Finn Russell's Racing 92 will face Stade Francais in the Top 14 play-offs. (Photo by Franck Fife/AFP via Getty Images)

Finn Russell's Top 14 bid hinges on Paris derby

Scotland prop Rory Sutherland has left Ulster. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

16 Scottish rugby players on the lookout for a new club this summer

Glasgow Warriors' Tom Jordan enjoyed a breakthrough season. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

The Scotsman Rugby awards: Players of season and unforgettable try

Scotland scrum-half Ben White in action for London Irish. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

London Irish deadline extension gives hope to Scots duo and rest of squad

Steve Tandy, John Dalziel and Pieter de Villiers have signed new contracts with Scotland.

Former All Blacks assistant to work with Scotland at Rugby World Cup

Munster's lock Tadhg Beirne (top L) handles the ball in the line-out during the URC final against Stormers.

Munster land URC title as Glasgow's conquerors dig deep to overcome Stormers

Scotland winger Sean Maitland and Tom Roebuck - who may represent the Scots in the future - challenge for the ball.

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Ali Price came on as a second-half replacement in Glasgow Warriors' Challenge Cup final defeat by Toulon. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

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Ayrshire Bulls' Blair Macpherson celebrates after scoring a try during a FOSROC Super Series Sprint final against Heriot's at Millbrae.

Ayrshire Bulls win Super Sprint Series after hard-fought victory over Heriot's

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