Scottish Headlines
Osprey hatches chick number 48
An osprey thought to be the oldest in the UK has hatched her 48th chick - her first in two years - at a nature reserve.
Government: Renewables not nuclear
Planned reforms to the electricity market must focus on renewable energy rather than nuclear subsidies, according to the Scottish Government.
Problems 'show need for drug fund'
The difficulties patients face in getting cancer treatments which are not routinely available on the NHS highlight the case for a cancer drug fund, according to the Conservatives.
Individual bankruptcy fee to double
Labour has failed to block a plan to double bankruptcy fees after MSPs heard the hike would save taxpayers £1.5 million.
Cash from criminals may help victim
Offenders could be made to pay towards the cost of supporting victims of crime, the Scottish Government has revealed.
Alibi for witness 'not robust'
An alibi for the man Nat Fraser claims may have killed his wife was "not particularly robust", a former senior police officer has told a court.
Any Nato u-turn 'will cost the SNP'
First Minister Alex Salmond must end speculation that the SNP will withdraw its opposition to Nato "or pay the price", according to one of his own MSPs.
Long-term jobless over 50% in areas
In five areas of Scotland at least half the number of jobless people have been out of work for more than six months.
MSPs back ban for radiation beach
The extension of a ban on gathering seafood and bait from a beach which has radioactive particles present has been backed by MSPs.
Open letter urges Lockerbie inquiry
More than 40 politicians, religious leaders and journalists have signed a letter calling for an independent inquiry into the Lockerbie bomber's conviction.
Moves to fight cyber crime hailed
The Scottish Government is developing an action plan for boosting cyber security, with Enterprise Minister Fergus Ewing to be responsible for it.
School leavers 'not ready for work'
More than four-fifths of school leavers seeking an apprenticeship are unsuitable for employment, according to a major firm.
Rover pipes up to save trapped fox
A fox cub trapped inside an overflow pipe has been rescued after a "canine hero" alerted his owner to its plight.
£9.5m waves test centre being built
A wave and current test centre which could benefit developers of marine energy devices is being built in Scotland.
Gas leak stopped, says rig operator
A gas leak on an oil platform in the North Sea has completely stopped, its operator has said.
Eye stem cell breakthrough sought
A grandmother who suffers from corneal blindness has undergone pioneering stem cell replacement treatment which could restore her sight.
Police arrest three in drugs probe
Three people have been arrested over a drugs seizure worth hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Irn-Bru company's sales buck trend
The company behind fizzy drink Irn-Bru has defied the downturn with an increase in sales this year.
Agency jobs 'show moderate growth'
The jobs market has shown its strongest improvement in almost a year, according to research.
MSPs demand review of rail services
MSPs have called for an urgent review of rail services amid revelations that Scots are paying a third more in fares and taxes than elsewhere in Europe for uncomfortable and overcrowded old trains.
MacAskill defends Megrahi release
Scotland's Justice Secretary has defended his decision to release the Lockerbie bomber almost three years ago as the only man convicted of the tragedy is buried in Libya today.
2014 Games 'on track and on budget'
The 2014 Commonwealth Games is on track and on budget, according to the latest progress report.
Ultimo tycoon 'has found happiness'
Lingerie tycoon Michelle Mone has shown off her curves once more in a skimpy swimsuit, as she reveals she has found happiness again.
Mustard gas 'may be under airbase'
A potentially unstable chemical weapon could be buried beneath an airbase that will shortly become home to over 900 army personnel, it has emerged.
Rennie presses for hacking answers
Scotland's top civil servant and the head of the police's phone-hacking investigation have been asked to reveal whether Scottish Government phones were hacked.
Focus on Lockerbie victims - PM
Prime Minister David Cameron has said the victims of the Lockerbie bombing should be remembered following the death of the only man ever convicted of the atrocity.
Blair 'may join UK unity campaign'
Former prime minister Tony Blair may form part of a "call to arms" to keep the UK together and grow its economy, it has been suggested.
'I hope his death was painful'
The mother of a young aspiring actress who was killed in the Lockerbie bombing said she hoped convicted terrorist Abdelbaset Ali al-Megrahi had died "a painful, horrible death".
Police bid to trace missing man
Police are searching for a Polish man who has been missing from home for a month.
Man found dead after police search
A man who sparked an overnight search after walking out of his home has been found dead.
Fans out to salute Hearts heroes
Around 100,000 fans have lined the streets of the capital to celebrate Hearts' victory in the first all-Edinburgh Scottish Cup Final in 116 years.
Blaze hits gas storage facility
A 650ft (200-metre) exclusion zone has been placed around an energy park after a fire was spotted in a gas storage facility.
Ambulances funding request granted
The ambulance service is to get £34 million to replace almost 600 of its vehicles.
Scottish regiments' future debated
The future of historic Scottish military regiments will be debated at Westminster this week.
Tories urge minimum-price legal bid
The Tories are urging legal action against minimum alcohol pricing, despite supporting the Scottish Government plan.
Celebs join independence campaign
Celebrities and political figures are to launch "the biggest community-based campaign in Scotland's history" for independence.
Policeman arrested in match inquiry
A policeman has been arrested and suspended from the force in connection with an alleged sectarian disturbance at a football match.
Special Award for Moffat at Baftas
The man behind hit shows Doctor Who and Sherlock will be honoured at next week's TV Baftas.
Firms urged to use apprentice offer
Employers are being urged to take on an apprentice this year to help boost their business.
Children's unit 'may become unsafe'
Urgent action is required to prevent the intensive care unit at one of Scotland's main children's hospitals from becoming unsafe, a report has warned.
Ancient stone discovered on island
An ancient stone thought to have been used for Christian prayers or curses has been uncovered on a Scottish island.
Call over airbase 'radium' probe
An investigation into potential radioactive contamination at an RAF airbase should be carried out as soon as possible, the Scottish Environment Minister said.
City bed tax 'is ill-considered'
Political leaders in Edinburgh have been urged to axe plans for a so-called bed tax because of a big slump in hotel revenue.
Skippers on £1m confiscation orders
More than £1 million has been confiscated from four skippers involved in landing undeclared fish in a scam described as an "episode of shame" for the industry.
Suspicions of affair 'festered'
A businessman accused of murdering his estranged wife told police the question of whether she could be seeing another man "festered" in his mind, a court heard.
Lennon: I thought of giving it up
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has admitted that threats against his safety led him to think about giving it all up.
Alert sees town streets cleared
Seven streets have been evacuated and bomb disposal experts alerted after "materials" were discovered at a town property.
Capital rivals in Hampden Park duel
The first all-Edinburgh Scottish Cup Final for 116 years is to take place.
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