Scotland Now

Discover ScotlandScots expats buy second-hand car in Australia and begin incredible 44,000-mile drive home

Lisa and Phil Armstrong have already driven through more than 20 of the 35 countries that their expedition will see them visit.

British ArmyBranded a lunatic, irresponsible and wildly eccentric - the true story of Scottish legend who formed the SAS

Hero aristocrat Sir David Stirling - nicknamed the Giant Sloth - feared no one as he changed the way wars are waged.

WhiskyWhisky galore: Dream distillery job up for grabs on idyllic Scottish island

R&B Distillers are looking for the right candidate to man their new project on remote Raasay.

Discover ScotlandFascinating aerial photographs capture Scotland's most beautiful landmarks

Photographer Ken Whitcombe’s has put together a collection of bird’s-eye-view photos of 50 A-listed structures includes the Forth Road Bridge, The University of St Andrews’ Andrew Melville Hall and The Royal Commonwealth Pool.

David TennantDoctor Who star David Tennant would back independence in Indyref2

The Dr Who and Broadchurch star, who previously kept quiet on the issue, branded everything Brexit-related "depressing", but said he did not expect people to listen to what he said.

Judy MurrayTennis star Sir Andy Murray's mum Judy puts her stunning Stirlingshire house up for sale

The traditional Scottish-style country house has beautiful views over the hills towards Loch Lomond but the new owner will need deep pockets and there isn't even a tennis court.

Discover ScotlandAre you homesick for Scotland? Tell us why in our online poll

Tell us what you miss most about Scotland in our online poll for expats - and anyone who just loves our country.

Discover ScotlandTartan valentine: Nine of the best romantic breaks for Valentine's Day in Scotland

Pump up the passion with your lover at one of these luxury destinations.

HeritageScots actor Tommy Flanagan named Grand Marshall of 2017 New York Tartan Day Parade

The acclaimed Glasgow-born actor will lead the annual Tartan Day Parade through New York this year.

OutlanderOutlander wins big at the People's Choice Awards

THE Amazon Prime series won four awards at the People's Choice Awards in Los Angeles.

HumourWatch Boris Johnson mispronounce 'Gaelic' and 'whisky' at international trade event

THE Foreign Secretary can't seem to get his tongue around the Scots language.

HumourMan gives Goat Fell hilarious Trip Advisor review - saying it was his worst experience ever

THE man in question had attempted to climb the highest peak in Arran - and was not impressed.

Discover Scotland

Discover ScotlandScots expats buy second-hand car in Australia and begin incredible 44,000-mile drive home

Lisa and Phil Armstrong have already driven through more than 20 of the 35 countries that their expedition will see them visit.

Discover ScotlandFascinating aerial photographs capture Scotland's most beautiful landmarks

Discover ScotlandAre you homesick for Scotland? Tell us why in our online poll

Tell us what you miss most about Scotland in our online poll for expats - and anyone who just loves our country.

EdinburghMary Queen of Scots' last letter written hours before her execution goes on display

The letter has been described as 'one of the most powerful documents in Scottish history.'

Discover ScotlandScots camera club president gets ready to take focus at first Wild Film Festival Scotland

The Wild Film Festival Scotland will celebrate the natural world through film, photography and discussion

Humour

Humour'My wife earns more than me' and 'My dog ate my shoes': The worst excuses for a day off on National Sickie Day

The first Monday in February is the day where workplace sickness peaks with hundreds of thousands calling in to take the day off.

Social mediaPhoto of Scotland's 'cheekiest tree' goes viral after buttocks spotted in its unusual shape

A picture of the tree spotted in Aberdeenshire has been shared hundreds of times due to its hilariously shaped trunk.

HumourWatch Up Helly Aa vikings burst into karaoke rendition of The Proclaimers hours before spectacular fire festival

Dozens of men donning full traditional costume for tonight's parade burst into I’m On My Way by the Scottish group

Burns NightPolice Scotland appeal for witnesses after Alloway altercation on Robert Burns' birthday

Officers are investigating after a Mr Thomas o’ Shanter reported strange goings on as he returned form a local pub.

HumourWatch as Spanish bagpipers perform AC/DC's Thunderstruck

CROWDS gathered to watch the pipers' enthusiastic rendition of the rock classic.

Heritage

EdinburghMary Queen of Scots' last letter written hours before her execution goes on display

The letter has been described as 'one of the most powerful documents in Scottish history.'

Donald Trump'Who ken this oarange gabsh**e' Watch Scottish poet read her scathing anti-Trump prizewinning poem

WARNING STRONG LANGUAGE. Lorna Wallace has taken a Robert Burns poetry prize in New Zealand for her satirical Scots take on America's president.

Celtic ConnectionsRising stars of folk music, battling for Celtic crown, on how they found their passion

The BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year award will close out the Celtic Connections festival next Sunday.

HeritageDressed to Kilt makes a returns to New York

Charity fashion show Dressed to Kilt, that attracts A-list celebs Scottish celebrities in New York, has returned after several years absence.

HeritageVisit Scotland launches campaign to showcase traditional music scene

Scotland's traditional music heritage will be promoted in a new tourism campaign by Visit Scotland.

Outlander

Scotland NowOutlander cast and crew say goodbye to Edinburgh as they head for South Africa

The sets are being dismantled, much to the chagrin of local fans who had hoped to snap more photos of the cast in action.

OutlanderOutlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe to attend Emerald City Comicon

The pair will join a host of celebs at the Seattle event next month.

OutlanderOutlander star Sam Heughan calls on Irish co-star Caitriona Balfe to wear Saltire onesie after Six Nations bet

The pair made a wager over the Scotland v Ireland clash, and now Sam’s making sure Caitriona follows through.

OutlanderOutlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe kick off Scotland v Ireland Twitter war of words ahead of big game

Hunky Scot Sam took to social media to challenge his Irish love interest in the cult period drama to bet on who will win rugby clash in Edinburgh.

OutlanderOutlander new boy David Berry settles into fatherhood after birth of adorable tot

Berry, who will join the cast as character Lord John Grey in season 3 of the period drama, welcomed Alexander to the world at the end of last year.

Competitions

HolidaysCompetition: Win return flights to LA with Aer Lingus

Have you ever wanted to visit the bright lights of Los Angeles? Now could be your chance to visit the Hollywood Hills, wander down the Walk of Fame or drive down Sunset Boulevard.

GlasgowWin a family pass to the Arenacross Tour at the SSE Hydro

IT’S called the Fast and the Furious of the motor racing world and anyone who has ever been to Arenacross will bear that out.

Star WarsWin Star Wars and Rogue One Goodies with World Duty Free

The hotly anticipated epic action adventure ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ is in cinemas from 15 th December. The first in a series of standalone Star Wars movies, Rogue One is set in a time of conflict, when a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans of the Death Star!

Gordon StrachanThe Great Gordon Strachan Ticket Givaway

We’re giving away two pairs of season tickets to 14 top Scottish football clubs to give kids the chance to enjoy the beautiful game

Home interiorsCompetition: Win your own iconic McCoo artwork

We team up with popular Scottish artist Steven Brown to offer you a chance to win a limited edition framed print of one of his best-selling works.

Discover ScotlandScots expats buy second-hand car in Australia and begin incredible 44,000-mile drive home

Lisa and Phil Armstrong have already driven through more than 20 of the 35 countries that their expedition will see them visit.

WhiskyWhisky galore: Dream distillery job up for grabs on idyllic Scottish island

R&B Distillers are looking for the right candidate to man their new project on remote Raasay.

Scotland NowOutlander cast and crew say goodbye to Edinburgh as they head for South Africa

The sets are being dismantled, much to the chagrin of local fans who had hoped to snap more photos of the cast in action.

British ArmyBranded a lunatic, irresponsible and wildly eccentric - the true story of Scottish legend who formed the SAS

Hero aristocrat Sir David Stirling - nicknamed the Giant Sloth - feared no one as he changed the way wars are waged.

OutlanderOutlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe to attend Emerald City Comicon

The pair will join a host of celebs at the Seattle event next month.

Discover ScotlandScots expats buy second-hand car in Australia and begin incredible 44,000-mile drive home

Lisa and Phil Armstrong have already driven through more than 20 of the 35 countries that their expedition will see them visit.

British ArmyBranded a lunatic, irresponsible and wildly eccentric - the true story of Scottish legend who formed the SAS

Hero aristocrat Sir David Stirling - nicknamed the Giant Sloth - feared no one as he changed the way wars are waged.

Loch LomondSpring into action and blaze a trail through the majestic Scottish countryside

It's the perfect time of year to start planning a trip along one of Scotland's Great Trails to immerse yourself in stunning scenery and wildlife and keep fit in the process.

WhiskyWhisky galore: Dream distillery job up for grabs on idyllic Scottish island

R&B Distillers are looking for the right candidate to man their new project on remote Raasay.

David TennantDoctor Who star David Tennant would back independence in Indyref2

The Dr Who and Broadchurch star, who previously kept quiet on the issue, branded everything Brexit-related "depressing", but said he did not expect people to listen to what he said.

William Hill Scottish CupWilliam Hill Scottish Cup draw RECAP: Celtic and Rangers land home ties in the quarter-finals

The Hoops are drawn against St Mirren while the Ibrox side face will face either Hamilton Accies or Dunfermline.

William Hill Scottish CupRangers 2 Morton 1 RECAP: How the Scottish Cup clash unfolded at Ibrox

Rangers, without a manager after Mark Warburton’s exit, welcome Jim Duffy’s Championship side to Govan.

LotteryJane Park to sue Euromillions for letting her gamble at 17 after claiming £1m win 'ruined her life'

Jane believes people under 18 shouldn't be allowed to land such a big prize and she is now taking legal action against the lottery giant.

Carol SmillieCarol Smillie furious with Phillip Schofield after on-air bladder blunder

The This Morning presenter shared an inaccurate medical claim about the former Wheel of Fortune and Changing Rooms star.

Police ScotlandFemale taxi driver dragged from car, strangled unconscious and robbed by two men in horrific attack

She was threatened with a knife and ordered to pull over before being brutally assaulted.

William Hill Scottish CupRangers 2 Morton 1 RECAP: How the Scottish Cup clash unfolded at Ibrox

Rangers, without a manager after Mark Warburton’s exit, welcome Jim Duffy’s Championship side to Govan.

William Hill Scottish CupWilliam Hill Scottish Cup draw RECAP: Celtic and Rangers land home ties in the quarter-finals

The Hoops are drawn against St Mirren while the Ibrox side face will face either Hamilton Accies or Dunfermline.

Police ScotlandPost office worker left with serious head injury after being attacked in armed robbery

The robbery happened early this morning with the thief getting away with a four-figure sum.

William Hill Scottish CupRangers 2 Morton 1 as Martyn Waghorn winner edges Gers through to next round – 3 things we learned

Caretaker Graeme Murty in perhaps his only game in charge steers the Ibrox club into the Scottish Cup quarter-finals.

Six NationsFrance 22 Scotland 16 as Vern Cotter’s side suffer 6 Nations sickener – 5 things we learned

The injury-hit Scots look like they’re going places but it won’t be to the title this year.