Winter

People’s shelves are empty, so food banks can’t be - Lynda Battarbee

There are plenty of things that we can do to help wildlife thrive during the cold weather - Animal News Agency

Five ways that Scots gardeners can help local wildlife thrive this winter

A Great Range of Sicilian Wine Styles

On the Grapevine: Bring on the sunshine with fine Sicilian wines

Food bank

People’s shelves are empty, so food banks can’t be - Lynda Battarbee

CAP’s Kirkintilloch Debt Centre Manager, Ross Hutchinson, is encouraging people in Scotland to seek free debt advice if they're struggling in unmanageable debt.

More than a third of people in Scotland are suffering with daily financial anxie...

Sitting on the couch at home.

Watch: What and when is Blue Monday and how to combat low spirits

Blue Monday usually falls on the third Monday in January.

How to beat Blue Monday - tips to look after your mental health

Studies have shown that contrary to your gym buddy's comments, not everyone is raring to go in January each year - and our listening tastes tend to demonstrate that.

How January can lead to changes to your listening habits

Some of the February hotspots you can fly to direct from Scotland.

Winter Sun Direct From Scotland: 11 warm February destinations

Dogs often enjoy playing in the snow, but you need to be careful as cold weather can lead to hypothermia and frostbite in dogs.

Dog Frostbite and Hypothermia: Expert advice on symptoms and treatment

Heated jackets can be worn as an inner layer or an outer layer

Cheapest heated jackets: Buy baking hot body warmers for less than £25

Dreo heaters have had their prices slashed just in time for the cold snap

Electric heater deals: These Dreo space heaters are heavily discounted

Volunteers working in a food bank

Scots are more concerned about poverty than people elsewhere in UK, new research...

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Martin Lewis' MSE Charity giving away £1000s in winter funding grants

Some of Amazon's heating tech is better than half price this week

Huge discounts have landed on Amazon's winter warming tech

Walking dogs in the snow can present some challenges.

Should I Walk My Dog In The Snow? 7 tips including when it's too cold

There's plenty to do in Scotland between Christmas and New Year.

Twixmas in Scotland: 10 things to do between Christmas and New Year

Volunteers pack emergency food parcels

Think of your local food bank this Christmas – Emma Revie, Chief Executive of Tr...

The Bob and Brad Lite Foot Massager

Review: This foot massager is a dream come true for cold winter nights

Alan and Sarah in the restaurant

The couple-owned Edinburgh restaurant that served my best dinner Gaby Soutar

When the sun does make an appearance at this time of year it tends to be low in the sky.

When is the shortest day 2024? When days get longer and spring begins

The Pitt's sauna

7 reasons to visit The Pitt in its new Edinburgh home Gaby Soutar

Ad Feature Why fitted ski boots could give you the edge on the slopes

Winter is the perfect time to stock up on items that will keep your car running in a cold snap

I'm a car expert and these are the Aldi Specialbuys I'm excited about

Christmas drinks offers include exciting options and deals for 2024

Top Christmas booze deals for presents and parties

Sanctuary Bathrooms, BC Designs 1700mm Mistley Roll Top Freestanding Bath, £1286.25, 8048141

This Christmas spice will banish pests from your home this Winter

Will the likes of Lana Del Rey, Jeff Buckley, Adele or Bon Iver appear on your Spotify playlists as winter draws near and the Winter Solstice is on the horizon?

Explainer Why our listening habits change before the shortest day of the year

Four ways you can improve your gut health this winter - according to an expert.

Four ways you need to look after your gut health this winter

Round-up of the best Black Friday fashion deals

Best women's clothes fashion deals so far for Black Friday 2024

The hilarious names of Scotland's gritters and how to track them

The Residence Collection

Is your home winter-ready? Expert shares 4 simple hacks to help you prepare

Edinburgh's Holyrood Park hosted a spectacular Samhuinn Fire Festival this week.

Samhain Fire Festival 2024: 16 pictures of the spectacular event

Joseph Joseph and Kenwood savings among Amazon Deal Days offers

I scoured Amazon Prime Day offers and found Joseph Joseph from £10

Symptoms of the cold, flu and Covid can be similar.

Is it cold, flu or Covid? Latest symptoms to watch out for

Aldi Specialbuys for October are here

I've seen preview of Aldi October deals - here's all you need to know

Wild swimmers highlight their favourite dry robes

Best dry robes wild swimmers love with deals from £50

Autumn brings new trends in nail varnishes at Palette London

Five top nail polish colours set to be big this Autumn and Winter

Clocks 'fall back' in the autumn

Explainer When do the clocks change in the UK and why do we change them?

Get ready for colder weather and pick your perfect Oodie™ wearable blanket

Autumn's almost here - so it's time to update your Oodie collection!

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer speaking at the TUC congress at the Brighton Centre on Tuesday, ahead of the winter payment cut vote in the House of Commons. Picture: PA

The Labour MPs who voted against cutting the winter fuel payment

The sun sets on our first day skiing in Geilo, Norway.

I braved the cold and discovered the magic of skiing in Geilo, Norway

Changing our clocks twice a year is a custom which dates back more than a century. Image: Adobe Stock

Here's when the clocks go forward in 2024 and why we change them
The clocks spring forward as we enter British Summer Time and step backwards again for Winter - here's when the clocks change for 2024.

How to keep your dog safe during walks in the snow.

How to keep your dog safe as yellow and amber weather warnings issued

Dogs often enjoy playing in the snow, but sometimes it's too cold for them to be out for long.

When it’s too cold to walk the dog - and if it's ok to walk in snow

Snow, ice and grit can be an issue for our four-legged friends.

How snow and grit can cause harm to dog paws and how to prevent it

Some breeds of dog - like the pug - can benefit from a jacket in winter.

Does my dog need a jacket? Here's when and why

A frozen car door can be a tricky business.

What to do if your car door or lock is frozen shut

A frozen windscreen can be swiftly deiced, but it can be trickier to deal with frozen windscreen washer liquid.

How to stop your windscreen washer fluid from freezing in winter

Boots may look cute on a dog - but are they needed?

The best ways to protect dog paws in winter weather

Gone are the days of turning up at A&E with a broken bone, or an illness - A&E is now increasingly reserved for people who need resuscitated

Prioritisation may be the only way the NHS will survive the winter

Dr Iain Kennedy, chair of BMA Scotland, warns Scotland's NHS won't make it to its 100th birthday. Image: Jeff Moore/Press Association.

Top doctor warns Scotland's NHS won't make it to 100

Driving in wintery conditions can be a challenge.

Winter Driving Advice: How to stay safe on the roads in ice and snow

You shouldn't have to resort to extreme measures to stay warm at home this winter.

7 expert tips to keep your home warm in winter - and save cash

The Snow Leopard at Tattu. Image: Lateef Photography

Ad Feature Winter’s wonders

Vinnie Jones approved clothes for country living

Ad Feature Christmas gift guide: Vinnie Jones approved clothes for country living

There are cold days ahead.

Here's when it's offically winter - and when spring finally arrives

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