NewsNewsScotlandScotland PoliticsExtra-strong nicotine pouches packaged like children's sweetsNicotine products designed to appeal to children are being openly sold in shops in Scotland.3 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandMan, 65, dies after falling at Angus waterfallPolice were called to the Reekie Linn waterfall near Kilry just before midday on Wednesday.10 hrs agoTayside & Central ScotlandAberdeen to introduce 7% 'tourist tax' on visitorsThe new charge is higher than the 5% levy approved for Glasgow and Edinburgh.12 hrs agoNE, Orkney & ShetlandCommunity claims council ignored bid for Carnegie libraryA group is calling on Scottish Borders Council to allow a community takeover of the Jedburgh building.3 hrs agoSouth ScotlandThree men caught running cannabis factory in old shopping centreThousands of plants were seized in a police raid at the former Irvine Forum building in North Ayrshire.20 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandMan, 65, dies after falling at Angus waterfallPolice were called to the Reekie Linn waterfall near Kilry just before midday on Wednesday.10 hrs agoTayside & Central ScotlandScotland's papers: Colleges at risk and bid for foreign studentsA review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.3 hrs agoScotlandFringe performers say show must go on in memory of teacherA group of American teenagers staged a musical at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe to honour their drama teacher.3 hrs agoEdinburgh, Fife & EastAberdeen to introduce 7% 'tourist tax' on visitorsThe new charge is higher than the 5% levy approved for Glasgow and Edinburgh.12 hrs agoNE, Orkney & ShetlandFormer Stewart Milne workers share £1m payout after collapseThe construction firm went into administration last year with the loss of more than 200 jobs.Woman awarded £150,000 after LG phone sparks fire in her homeDenise Parks was in bed in her home in Coatbridge when a fire broke out in the early hours of the morning.Families demand change to parole rules for missing body murdersRelatives of Arlene Fraser and Suzanne Pilley are backing proposals to change the law in Scotland.Hundreds still without power after Storm FlorisScottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) said it had restored supplies to more than 70,000 homes.Famous faces return to celebrate Sportscene at 50Legendary figures will return to Sportscene on Saturday to celebrate 50 years of BBC Scotland's iconic Scottish football highlights show.Features and analysisYour pictures of ScotlandA selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.Darren McGarvey on oversharing, fame and FarageCelebrated author identifies the pitfalls of sharing personal trauma.Oceangate's Titan whistleblower: 'People were sold a lie'A former Oceangate employee says he told US authorities about safety concerns with the sub before it imploded.SQA results day 2025: What happens after results come out?Around 147,000 students across Scotland will receive their exams results on 5 August.In pictures: 21st Belladrum Tartan Heart FestivalThe weekend included performances by Supergrass, Natasha Beddingfield, Peter Capaldi and CMAT.News from around ScotlandFringe performers say show must go on in memory of teacherA group of American teenagers staged a musical at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe to honour their drama teacher.Objection to overseas sale of council's '£2.5m' bustHighland Council applied for an export licence in case its Bouchardon artwork leaves to a buyer outside the UK. Aberdeen to introduce 7% 'tourist tax' on visitorsThe new charge is higher than the 5% levy approved for Glasgow and Edinburgh.Community claims council ignored bid for Carnegie libraryA group is calling on Scottish Borders Council to allow a community takeover of the Jedburgh building.Man, 65, dies after falling at Angus waterfallPolice were called to the Reekie Linn waterfall near Kilry just before midday on Wednesday.SportPeaty hopes to 'put name back in hat' at Glasgow 2026British swimmer Adam Peaty targets the Glasgow Commonwealth Games as a stepping stone to his fourth Olympic Games.Can Rangers afford to let 'brilliant' Dessers go?BBC Scotland looks at the curious tale of Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers and the part he still has to play at Ibrox.Kerr confirms sights set on Glasgow 2026Olympic silver medallist Josh Kerr confirms he intends to race at next year's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.'I've got a Wikipedia page now' - Meet post-grad medic who stunned Muir at UK ChampsScottish athlete Sarah Calvert speaks to BBC Scotland about her rise to prominence.More news on iPlayer and SoundsReporting ScotlandBig stories from across the countryScotcastThe BBC's Scottish news podcast.Reporting Scotland: News at SevenMore from the day’s top stories and communities across Scotland.Good Morning ScotlandThe nation's morning news programme.Latest updates3 hrs agoScotland's papers: Colleges at risk and bid for foreign studentsA review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.3 hrs ago11 hrs agoHundreds still without power after Storm FlorisScottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) said it had restored supplies to more than 70,000 homes.11 hrs ago14 hrs agoFamilies demand change to parole rules for missing body murdersRelatives of Arlene Fraser and Suzanne Pilley are backing proposals to change the law in Scotland.14 hrs ago17 hrs agoFormer Stewart Milne workers share £1m payout after collapseThe construction firm went into administration last year with the loss of more than 200 jobs.17 hrs ago23 hrs agoScotland should have 'nightlife minister' like Australia - reportThe Night Time Industries Association believes Scotland is "behind the curve" in supporting clubs, restaurants and live music venues.23 hrs ago1 day agoScotland's papers: SNP pressure over attainment gap 'failure'A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.1 day ago1 day agoFunds for the rural army tackling Scotland's wildfiresThe Cairngorms National Park Authority allocates £270,000 to address the impacts of climate change1 day ago1 day agoThousands spend second night without power after Storm FlorisSSEN said it was continuing to restore supplies but that some people would be without power until Thursday.1 day ago2 days agoScotland's papers: Forbes to quit and country 'battered' by stormA review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.2 days ago...