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Festival features street art linking Aberdeen with Spanish Civil War
A large relief sculpture has been created to mark links between Aberdeen and the Spanish Civil War.
Parties reveal candidates for European Parliament election
Some of Scotland’s main political parties have revealed their candidate lists for the European Parliament elections.
NHS Tayside report on mental health unit must be made public, minister told
Health Secretary Jeane Freeman has been urged to ensure an internal report on treatment at a mental health unit is published in full.
Danny MacAskill: Success of first video still unbelievable 10 years on
Stunt biker Danny MacAskill has said he still finds it “unbelievable” that posting a video online 10 years ago triggered his global stardom.
Video games the focus of new V&A Dundee exhibition
A new exhibition exploring the cultural importance of video games opens at the V&A Dundee this weekend.
Man on attempted murder charge over brawl after Old Firm match
A man has been charged with attempted murder following a mass brawl in Glasgow city centre.
Motorcyclist killed as vehicle hits fence
A motorcyclist has died after crashing into a fence in East Ayrshire.
Mike Ashley and Rangers FC wait for judge’s ruling in merchandise dispute
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley and bosses at Rangers Football Club are waiting for a judge’s ruling on the latest round of a long-running High Court fight over merchandise sales.
Sixth person charged over brawl after Old Firm match
A sixth person has been arrested following a brawl in Glasgow city centre.
Police charge 29 people in money laundering investigation
Almost 30 people have been charged after a police crackdown on “money mules” who keep cash in their bank accounts for criminals.
Action vowed to ensure transgender community ‘feels safe, secure and accepted’
Scotland must unite to stand against transphobia to ensure everyone feels safe, secure and accepted, the equalities secretary has said.
No smell of fuel at Clutha crash scene, inquiry told
There was no smell of fuel or any evidence of a leak at the scene of a helicopter crash in which 10 people were killed, an expert has said.
SNP council leader accused of fostering culture of ‘bullying and harassment’
The SNP leader of Scotland’s largest council has been accused of promoting a “hostile environment” by a councillor who has left the party in protest.
ATM pulled from bank branch by gang
An ATM has been stolen from a bank branch by a gang who used a car to pull it from the building.
Safari park monkeys enjoy treat-filled Easter eggs
Monkeys have been enjoying Easter treats at their safari park home.
Suspicious package found near Sullom Voe Terminal ‘false alarm’
Police have confirmed that the discovery of a suspicious package near the Sullom Voe oil and gas terminal was a “false alarm”.
Sepsis early warning signs highlighted in bid to save lives
The five early signs of the potentially fatal condition sepsis will be highlighted in a new campaign.
Woman driver in court accused of being seven times over alcohol limit
A woman is facing court accused of being behind the wheel while almost seven times over the Scottish drink-drive limit.
A77 Maybole bypass construction expected to create 165 jobs
A £31.5 million bypass project on the A77 could employ up to 165 people, the Government has said.
Police delayed checking flat of man later found dead, inquiry concludes
Recommendations have been made to police over their handling of missing person reports after a review concluded officers delayed visiting the home of a man who was later found dead.
Teenage boy hit by bus taken to hospital
A 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital after he was hit by a bus in Glasgow.
Motorsport to return to public roads after new regulations introduced
Motorsport events will be able to take place on public roads again after new regulations came into force.
Primary pupil assessments to be reformed after teacher feedback
National assessments for primary pupils will be reformed following feedback from teachers, Education Secretary John Swinney has said.
Residents tell of shock at shooting of Trainspotting 2 actor
Residents on the street where Trainspotting 2 star Bradley Welsh was shot dead have spoken of their shock.
New group launched to tackle heritage crime in Scotland
Members of the public are being encouraged to anonymously report damage to Scotland’s historic buildings and monuments as a new group is launched to tackle heritage crime.
SNP under fire over fall in college staff numbers
The number of full-time staff working at colleges in Scotland fell by 13.5% in just over a decade, according to analysis by Scottish Labour.
Scottish economy weakened under cloud of Brexit uncertainty, report warns
The prospect of a no-deal Brexit has taken its toll on the confidence of Scottish businesses, a report has warned.
Police probe ‘suspicious’ death in Edinburgh’s West End
Police are investigating a “suspicious” death in Edinburgh’s West End.
Police at scene of reported disturbance in Edinburgh
Police have been called to Edinburgh’s West End after reports of a disturbance.
Parasol clue in hunt for man who attacked pensioner with dementia
A man who attacked a pensioner with dementia in her own home is believed to have fled the scene with a garden parasol, police have said.
