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Humza Yousaf speaking at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, after it was announced that he is the new Scottish National Party leader, and would become the next First Minister of Scotland. Picture date: Monday March 27, 2023.

SNP set to lose 18 seats to Labour at next election in worrying poll for Yousaf

Brace yourselves, the next two years could make or break the political careers of both Humza Yousaf and Anas Sarwar.
Brace yourselves, the next two years could make or break the political careers of both Humza Yousaf and Anas Sarwar.

Squeaky bum time already for Humza Yousaf as poll demonstrates challenge ahead

Boxer Ken Buchanan, who is widely considered as Scotland's greatest fighter, has died aged 77. He is pictured here in 1965.
Boxer Ken Buchanan, who is widely considered as Scotland's greatest fighter, has died aged 77. He is pictured here in 1965.

Scottish boxing legend and 'gentleman' Ken Buchanan dies at 77

The Scottish Greens said a frequent flyer tax could fund rail improvements to encourage passengers to switch to trains. Picture: PA
The Scottish Greens said a frequent flyer tax could fund rail improvements to encourage passengers to switch to trains. Picture: PA

Future Flight: Tax on Scotland-London frequent flyers sought by Scottish Greens

Police are looking for witnesses after a suspected arson attack at Lamont City Farm near Erskine. PIC: CC.
Police are looking for witnesses after a suspected arson attack at Lamont City Farm near Erskine. PIC: CC.

Owners 'devastated' after arson at animal rescue centre

The word 'Gowk' refers to a Cuckoo Bird which is considered an emblem of stupidity hence why it is used in Scotland's very own April Fools Day i.e., Huntigowk Day.
The word 'Gowk' refers to a Cuckoo Bird which is considered an emblem of stupidity hence why it is used in Scotland's very own April Fools Day i.e., Huntigowk Day.

The history of April Fool's in Scotland known as Hunt the Gowk Day

Brian Cox as Logan Roy braces himself for Succession's final act
Brian Cox as Logan Roy braces himself for Succession's final act

Aidan Smith on TV: If Rupert Murdoch can keep it up at 92 - why not Logan Roy?

Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon appointed Green Party MSPs Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater as Scottish Government ministers following the Bute House agreement.
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon appointed Green Party MSPs Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater as Scottish Government ministers following the Bute House agreement.

SNP MSP calls for end to power deal with 'wine bar pseudo-intellectual' Greens

cut through the noise

First Minister Humza Yousaf can draw on lessons and warnings from history following his 52-48 per cent win in the SNP leadership election (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
First Minister Humza Yousaf can draw on lessons and warnings from history following his 52-48 per cent win in the SNP leadership election (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

After Yousaf's close SNP leadership contest win, party can learn from Brexit

Jamie Hepburn, Scotland's new Minister for Independence. PIC: Scottish Government.
Jamie Hepburn, Scotland's new Minister for Independence. PIC: Scottish Government.

Tories write to top civil servant to complain over £98,000 independence minister

Kevin McKidd and Vinette Robinson in ITVX's Six Four. Pic:ITV Plc
Kevin McKidd and Vinette Robinson in ITVX's Six Four. Pic:ITV Plc

When Six Four's Kevin McKidd found himself solo in a gym with Christopher Walken

Coronavirus

When will US open borders? If America will allow travellers from UK again - and current travel rules explained (Image credit: Getty Images)
When will US open borders? If America will allow travellers from UK again - and current travel rules explained (Image credit: Getty Images)

When will US borders open to UK travellers?

Which countries have seen the highest number of coronavirus cases so far? (Image credit: Getty Images/Canva Pro)
Which countries have seen the highest number of coronavirus cases so far? (Image credit: Getty Images/Canva Pro)

Which countries have seen the highest total Covid cases so far?

Vaccine passport Scotland: how to get NHS Covid vaccine certificate - and what can it be used for? (Shutterstock)
Vaccine passport Scotland: how to get NHS Covid vaccine certificate - and what can it be used for? (Shutterstock)

Here's how to get your vaccine certificate in Scotland

Transport

The closure of bank branches has long been a concern for many communities (Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA)
The closure of bank branches has long been a concern for many communities (Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA)

Will MSPs intervene over bank closures blighting town centres? – Brian Wilson

First Minister Humza Yousaf with his new Cabinet, which includes Mairi McAllan, rear second left, Jenny Gilruth, front left, and Michael Matheson, front right. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire
First Minister Humza Yousaf with his new Cabinet, which includes Mairi McAllan, rear second left, Jenny Gilruth, front left, and Michael Matheson, front right. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Why has transport disappeared from Humza Yousaf’s new Cabinet posts?

Net Zero and Just Transition Secretary Mairi McAllan arriving for her first Cabinet meeting at Bute House in Edinburgh on Wednesday (Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire)
Net Zero and Just Transition Secretary Mairi McAllan arriving for her first Cabinet meeting at Bute House in Edinburgh on Wednesday (Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire)

Yousaf knows the importance of transport despite Cabinet snub – Alastair Dalton

Parking illegally is set to get a lot more expensive. Picture: Ian Georgeson
Parking illegally is set to get a lot more expensive. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Edinburgh parking charges to soar by 20% under city council decision

Air Canada’s Edinburgh-Toronto service will resume this summer and then extend into the winter months for the first time.
Air Canada’s Edinburgh-Toronto service will resume this summer and then extend into the winter months for the first time.

Air Canada to resume and extend non-stop service between Edinburgh and Toronto

Glasgow Subway services are now resuming
Glasgow Subway services are now resuming

Glasgow Subway services resume after early morning disruption

A ferry at Uig Harbour. Crew members on one of Scotland's lifeline ferries have put out a fire in an engine room, and operator CalMac has suspended services from Uig. Picture: CalMac/PA Wire
A ferry at Uig Harbour. Crew members on one of Scotland's lifeline ferries have put out a fire in an engine room, and operator CalMac has suspended services from Uig. Picture: CalMac/PA Wire

Island to have no ferry service to mainland for weeks amid vessel shortages

Crime

Brandon Lee plays Eric Draven in 1994 hit The Crow. Cr: YouTube/Miramax
Brandon Lee plays Eric Draven in 1994 hit The Crow. Cr: YouTube/Miramax

How did The Crow's Brandon Lee die? Story behind tragic prop gun death

Despite advances in obstetric medicine, pregnancy and childbirth remain significant health risks to women (Picture: David Jones/PA)
Despite advances in obstetric medicine, pregnancy and childbirth remain significant health risks to women (Picture: David Jones/PA)

Surrogacy is morally wrong, reducing poor women to incubators for the rich

Fawziyah Javed, 31, died after falling from Arthur's Seat in September 2021.
Fawziyah Javed, 31, died after falling from Arthur's Seat in September 2021.

Walker on Arthur's Seat told by wife of murder accused that he 'pushed' her

Oscar Pistorius leaves the High Court in Pretoria, South Africa, Tuesday June 14, 2016. A South African parole board is to consider whether former Paralympics star and convicted murderer Oscar Pistorius can be released from jail.
Oscar Pistorius leaves the High Court in Pretoria, South Africa, Tuesday June 14, 2016. A South African parole board is to consider whether former Paralympics star and convicted murderer Oscar Pistorius can be released from jail.

Former Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius denied parole

Weather

The upcoming full moon, often referred to as the 'Pink Moon', will fall on April 6 according to Royal Museums Greenwich.
The upcoming full moon, often referred to as the 'Pink Moon', will fall on April 6 according to Royal Museums Greenwich.

When is the next full moon? Dates for all full moons in 2023 and name meanings

Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, putting a show on dancing over Loch Glascarnoch, by Garve, in the Highlands
Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, putting a show on dancing over Loch Glascarnoch, by Garve, in the Highlands

Northern Lights set to dazzle Scotland again

Aerial view of a destroyed neighbourhood in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, after a tornado touched down in the area. Picture: Chandan Khanna/AFP via Getty Images
Aerial view of a destroyed neighbourhood in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, after a tornado touched down in the area. Picture: Chandan Khanna/AFP via Getty Images

Joe Biden issues emergency declaration in wake of deadly US tornado

A pothole near the Fairy Pools in Skye. Picture: Liam Cousins
A pothole near the Fairy Pools in Skye. Picture: Liam Cousins

‘Crater-like’ Skye potholes threaten fatal crashes – tourism body SkyeConnect

Politics

Humza Yousaf attends his first Cabinet meeting at Bute House yesterday (Picture: Russell Cheyne-Pool/Getty Images)
Humza Yousaf attends his first Cabinet meeting at Bute House yesterday (Picture: Russell Cheyne-Pool/Getty Images)

Pretentious titles may be least of our worries about SNP Cabinet – Brian Wilson

Melting ice is dumping vast amounts of freshwater in the oceans, disrupting global currents which have a huge effect on the climate (Picture: Odd Andersen/AFP via Getty Images)
Melting ice is dumping vast amounts of freshwater in the oceans, disrupting global currents which have a huge effect on the climate (Picture: Odd Andersen/AFP via Getty Images)

Collapse of ocean currents would be a global catastrophe – Scotsman comment

Kate Forbes MSP has spoken out about the leadership contest for First Minister and its aftermath.
Kate Forbes MSP has spoken out about the leadership contest for First Minister and its aftermath.

Kate Forbes: My faith was not tested 'at all' during election race

Former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon with husband Peter Murrell as they cast their votes in the 2019 General Election at Broomhouse Park Community Hall in Glasgow. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire
Former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon with husband Peter Murrell as they cast their votes in the 2019 General Election at Broomhouse Park Community Hall in Glasgow. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Senior SNP staff interviewed 'multiple times' as part of probe into finances

Picture: Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images
Picture: Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images

Books about trans issues among those subject to complaints in libraries

An AI-generated image of a steel statue of Nicola Sturgeon, former first minister of Scotland
An AI-generated image of a steel statue of Nicola Sturgeon, former first minister of Scotland

SNP planning to honour Nicola Sturgeon with statue in Scottish Parliament

Former US President Donald Trump is due in court in New York on Tuesday. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Former US President Donald Trump is due in court in New York on Tuesday. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Trump 'will not be handcuffed' at court hearing over alleged porn star payment

Opinion

Much of Scotland's land is suited to raising sheep (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Much of Scotland's land is suited to raising sheep (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Bid to ban meat from student union is self-righteous and misguided

Liz Truss arrives at Conservative headquarters on September 5 after being elected party leader (Picture: Carl Court/Getty Images)
Liz Truss arrives at Conservative headquarters on September 5 after being elected party leader (Picture: Carl Court/Getty Images)

I was wrong about American-style TV debates. They're vital – Alastair GJ Stewart

Reader suggests Shona Robison is having a laugh with her comments on Kate Forbes's decision not to join the Cabinet of new Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Reader suggests Shona Robison is having a laugh with her comments on Kate Forbes's decision not to join the Cabinet of new Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Scotsman Letters: Robison talking nonsense over Forbes snub

Trans rights activists hold a rally in Edinburgh (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Trans rights activists hold a rally in Edinburgh (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

A trans life can be a positive one but there’s still more to be done

Police and security staff escort a protester from the public gallery during First Minister's Questions at Scottish Parliament (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Police and security staff escort a protester from the public gallery during First Minister's Questions at Scottish Parliament (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Disrupting democracy no way to make a serious climate point – Scotsman comment

People

Paul O'Grady and friend at Battersea Dogs' Home's Collars and Coats Ball in 2017 (Picture: Jeff Spicer/Getty)
Paul O'Grady and friend at Battersea Dogs' Home's Collars and Coats Ball in 2017 (Picture: Jeff Spicer/Getty)

Obituaries: Paul O'Grady, star who went from drag queen to national treasure

Radisson Blu pool Pic: Will Pryce
Radisson Blu pool Pic: Will Pryce

Review: Sleeping Beauty, Radisson Blu, Edinburgh

A man accused of murdering his pregnant wife by pushing her off Arthur’s Seat was eager to visit the Edinburgh landmark during his time in the Scottish capital, a court has heard.
A man accused of murdering his pregnant wife by pushing her off Arthur’s Seat was eager to visit the Edinburgh landmark during his time in the Scottish capital, a court has heard.

Murder accused was ‘really keen’ to visit Arthur’s Seat, trial told

Michelle McManus: “Linda Griffin n me, Shelly Mcmanus, an route and in Maestros Glasgow circa 1985. We've been mates for 40 years. Music was, is and always will be our Kryptonite.” Pic: Courtesy of Museum of Youth Culture
Michelle McManus: “Linda Griffin n me, Shelly Mcmanus, an route and in Maestros Glasgow circa 1985. We've been mates for 40 years. Music was, is and always will be our Kryptonite.” Pic: Courtesy of Museum of Youth Culture

The Museum of Youth Culture wants to hear your teenage stories

Local businesses create jobs, prosperity and shape communities which maintains the way of life that we all know and love.
Local businesses create jobs, prosperity and shape communities which maintains the way of life that we all know and love.

Aberdeenshire Loves Local Gift Card drives message to Support Local this Spring

Peterhead Prison Museum's popular Prison Break returns this year.
Peterhead Prison Museum's popular Prison Break returns this year.

Aberdeenshire tourism chief looks forward to season ahead

​Skerryvore will be returning to the festival once again this year.
​Skerryvore will be returning to the festival once again this year.

Skerryvore Sets Sail for the 2023 ACE Winches Scottish Traditional Boat Festival

Obituaries

Russell Sharp was a man with a true passion for life (Picture: Julie Bull)
Russell Sharp was a man with a true passion for life (Picture: Julie Bull)

Scotsman Obituaries: Dr Russell Sharp - man who rescued Caledonian brewery

Allan McGraw at Greenock Morton ground Cappielow, where a stand is now named after him (Picture: Donald MacLeod)
Allan McGraw at Greenock Morton ground Cappielow, where a stand is now named after him (Picture: Donald MacLeod)

Obituaries: Allan McGraw, Scottish footballer who was Britain's top goalscorer

Douglas Hill, Company Secretary of Scotsman Publications in his office in January 1979
Douglas Hill, Company Secretary of Scotsman Publications in his office in January 1979

Obituaries: Douglas Hill, former company secretary of Scotsman Publications

Environment

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) which the UK entered on Friday after two years of negotiations has been criticised for endangering orangutans.
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) which the UK entered on Friday after two years of negotiations has been criticised for endangering orangutans.

CPTPP trade criticised for endangering orangutans

A new report has found that rapidly melting Antarctic ice is causing a dramatic slowdown in deep ocean currents and could have a disastrous effect on the climate.
A new report has found that rapidly melting Antarctic ice is causing a dramatic slowdown in deep ocean currents and could have a disastrous effect on the climate.

Melting Antarctic ice causing slowdown in deep ocean currents

A boy walks on a damaged railway track in Sunamganj, Bangladesh, where climate change has increased the frequency of floods (Picture: Mamun Hossain/AFP via Getty Images)
A boy walks on a damaged railway track in Sunamganj, Bangladesh, where climate change has increased the frequency of floods (Picture: Mamun Hossain/AFP via Getty Images)

World must cut carbon emissions, not rely on expensive, unproven technology

Around 200,000 people have benefited from projects supported by 'for purpose' Scottish beer brand Brewgooder, which funds schemes to provide clean water and sanitation, tackle hunger and promote inclusion
Around 200,000 people have benefited from projects supported by 'for purpose' Scottish beer brand Brewgooder, which funds schemes to provide clean water and sanitation, tackle hunger and promote inclusion

Brewgooder: How beer-drinkers can save lives across the globe

The deposit return scheme (DRS) could be paused by Humza Yousaf. Picture: PA
The deposit return scheme (DRS) could be paused by Humza Yousaf. Picture: PA

Humza Yousaf considering pausing deposit return scheme

Energy bills across the UK are set to increase from April, with customers also being hit with the the £400 Energy Bills Support Scheme ending.
Energy bills across the UK are set to increase from April, with customers also being hit with the the £400 Energy Bills Support Scheme ending.

How the new standing charges for bills in Scotland compare to the rest of the UK

Artist's impression of part of the planned Lomond Banks development Pic: Lomond Banks
Artist's impression of part of the planned Lomond Banks development Pic: Lomond Banks

'Record' 65,000 objections against Loch Lomond Flamingo Land resort plan

UK News

The collision happened near Dalmally in Argyll, pictured here from the head of nearby Loch Awe. PIC: Spodzone/CC/Flickr.
The collision happened near Dalmally in Argyll, pictured here from the head of nearby Loch Awe. PIC: Spodzone/CC/Flickr.

Man and woman killed and three injured in Argyll road collision

Boris Johnson broke his own Covid lockdown rules, then lied about it (Picture: Alberto Pezzali/pool/Getty Images)
Boris Johnson broke his own Covid lockdown rules, then lied about it (Picture: Alberto Pezzali/pool/Getty Images)

Covid lawbreakers Ferrier and Johnson should both face recall elections

Lloyds Group and NatWest Group have said that the sites in England, Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man will close between July and November this year.
Lloyds Group and NatWest Group have said that the sites in England, Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man will close between July and November this year.

Full list of NatWest, Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland and RBS branches to shut

Boris Johnson's lack of humility during the Partygate affair has been obvious (Picture: Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Images)
Boris Johnson's lack of humility during the Partygate affair has been obvious (Picture: Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Images)

As Partygate affair rumbles on, Tories' 'nasty party' reputation looks secure

Standing charges are set to go up from April with the £400 energy bills support scheme also set to come to an end
Standing charges are set to go up from April with the £400 energy bills support scheme also set to come to an end

Here's why you should take a meter reading today

The date of Easter changes yearly. In 2023, the celebration will fall on Sunday, April 9.
The date of Easter changes yearly. In 2023, the celebration will fall on Sunday, April 9.

When is Easter 2023 Scotland? When are the bank holidays?

World

Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin's government applied to join Nato last year.
Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin's government applied to join Nato last year.

Finland to become 31st member of Nato after Turkish parliament lifts block

It becomes the first ever criminal case against a former US president
It becomes the first ever criminal case against a former US president

Donald Trump expected to surrender next week following indictment

Gwyneth Paltrow said she was “pleased with the outcome” of a high-profile US skiing collision lawsuit, after she was found not to be at fault for the 2016 incident.
Gwyneth Paltrow said she was “pleased with the outcome” of a high-profile US skiing collision lawsuit, after she was found not to be at fault for the 2016 incident.

Gwyneth Paltrow cleared of all fault in high-profile US skiing collision lawsuit

Antibiotics have historically been easily available in Romania.
Antibiotics have historically been easily available in Romania.

The European country trying to stop its citizens from taking daily antibiotics

Hundreds attend vigil for Nashville school shooting victims

Russian president Vladimir Putin meets with Acting Governor of the Omsk Region via a video link at the Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow. Picture: Gavriil Grigorov/AFP via Getty Images
Russian president Vladimir Putin meets with Acting Governor of the Omsk Region via a video link at the Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow. Picture: Gavriil Grigorov/AFP via Getty Images

Four bankers convicted over Swiss account of Putin-linked Russian cellist

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WrestleMania 39 goes Hollywood this weekend - Credit: Adobe / WWE / Canva
WrestleMania 39 goes Hollywood this weekend - Credit: Adobe / WWE / Canva

How to watch WWE WrestleMania 39 - full match card and UK start time

A sign indicating the start of the security queue during a strike by security workers at London Heathrow Airport in London, UK, on Friday, March 31, 2023. IAG SAs British Airways is set to scrap 320 flights during the Easter week as security workers strike for 10-days over pay. Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg via Getty Images
A sign indicating the start of the security queue during a strike by security workers at London Heathrow Airport in London, UK, on Friday, March 31, 2023. IAG SAs British Airways is set to scrap 320 flights during the Easter week as security workers strike for 10-days over pay. Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg via Getty Images

8 tips to get through security quicker despite airport strikes

April Fools Day 2023: Best jokes and pranks of the year