Sarwar Denies Reform Deal Claims as 'Desperate Lie'
Anas Sarwar dismisses allegations of backroom deals with Reform UK, calling them 'desperate lies' amid escalating political tensions ahead of Holyrood elections.
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Scottish Nature Restoration Funding Deal Collapses
A £100m private investment deal for nature restoration in Scotland has collapsed, with MSPs not informed. Ministers face accusations of secrecy ahead of elections.
Scotland First in UK to Screen Newborns for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Scotland launches a pilot program to screen newborns for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic condition. Campaigners hope this initiative will lead to UK-wide approval, improving early detection and treatment outcomes for affected babies.
Army Joins Search for 1976 Murder Victims' Remains
Specialist armed forces assist Police Scotland in locating the bodies of Renee and Andrew MacRae, killed by William MacDowell in 1976, who died in prison without revealing their location.
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Reform UK Scotland Launch in Chaos Over Candidate Comments
Labour claims Reform UK's Scottish launch has unraveled after revelations about candidates endorsing Tommy Robinson and using inflammatory language about Humza Yousaf.
Scottish Assisted Dying Bill Defeated by Labour MSPs
Scotland's assisted dying bill was defeated in a free vote at Holyrood, with supporters frustrated by lack of backing from Labour MSPs despite Westminster support.
Scotland's Historic Assisted Dying Vote for Terminally Ill
MSPs are set to vote on legalising assisted dying for terminally ill adults in Scotland, following intense debates and hundreds of amendments to ensure robust safeguards.
Police Scotland Fined £66k for Data Breach in Rape Investigation
Police Scotland has been fined £66,000 and severely reprimanded by the Information Commissioner's Office after intimate images and personal data of a detective who reported being raped by a colleague were leaked to the alleged perpetrator during the inves
Alba Party Dissolves, Won't Contest 2026 Scottish Election
The pro-independence Alba party, founded by Alex Salmond in 2021, will wind up operations and not field candidates in the 2026 Scottish parliament election due to financial crisis and membership decline.
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BrewDog Sells Highland Estate at Loss After Forest Plan Scrapped
BrewDog sold its Kinrara estate for just £8.85m, barely above its 2020 purchase price, despite including millions in carbon credits. The sale follows the abandonment of a major reforestation project amid company losses.
Mass Whale Stranding on Scottish Beach Sparks Rescue
A large pod of whales has beached on a remote Scottish coastline, prompting emergency response teams to launch a major rescue operation amid environmental concerns.
Lynx Return to Scotland: Rewilders Face Highland Skepticism
Charities push for lynx reintroduction in Scottish forests, focusing on building acceptance among farmers and gamekeepers despite majority public support. A six-year consultation aims to address livelihood concerns.
Scotland Considers Criminalizing Deepfake Creation
The Scottish government is consulting on new laws to criminalize the creation of deepfake intimate images, targeting AI-generated abuse against women and girls.
Lord Advocate's Dual Role Questioned After Murrell Charges
Serious concerns arise as Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain informed First Minister John Swinney of Peter Murrell's embezzlement charges a year before public disclosure, sparking calls for reform of Scotland's dual legal role.
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Scottish Rocks Overturn Snowball Earth Theory
Researchers studying ancient rocks from Scotland's Garvellach islands have discovered rare periods of climate activity during the snowball Earth era, challenging long-held theories about Earth's deep freeze.
Scotland's Climate Plan Criticized for Unrealistic Tech Dependence
Scotland has cut emissions by 51.3% since 1990, but the UK Climate Change Committee warns its future plans are unrealistic, relying too heavily on unproved technologies like carbon capture.
Scotland's Best Cold Water Swim Spots for Adventurers
Explore Scotland's breathtaking lochs, rivers, and beaches perfect for wild swimming. Discover top locations like Bracklinn Falls and Loch Tay, with tips for safe, refreshing dips in chilly waters.
Scotland's Housing Crisis: Supply Fails to Meet Demand
Scotland faces a severe housing shortage as new home construction lags behind population growth, driving up prices and homelessness rates across urban and rural areas.
BrewDog Could Be Broken Up as Company Enters Sale Process
Scottish craft beer pioneer BrewDog has appointed consultants AlixPartners to oversee a potential sale, raising concerns about job security and the future of its global operations.
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Scotland's Rare Capercaillie Shows Signs of Recovery
Conservationists report small but encouraging signs of recovery for Scotland's critically endangered capercaillie bird, with increased sightings and improved habitat management.
Orbex Rocket Startup on Brink of Collapse in Scotland
Orbex, a Scottish rocket company, faces administration despite £26m in government loans, risking 150 jobs and delaying the UK's first homegrown space launch from Scotland.
Scotland's Anchorman quits after 31 years
Legendary Scottish news presenter, known as 'Scotland's Anchorman', announces his emotional departure from broadcasting after more than three decades on air.
Scotland's mystery tea bags baffle scientists
A strange phenomenon in Scotland has scientists baffled - tea bags that refuse to decompose, leading to a nationwide investigation into what makes them so durable and what it reveals about our waste crisis.
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