Controversial Tesco opening will take away from our unique island – the rest of Scotland should try our ‘Sunday Culture’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> TESCO has divided the Isle of Lewis as the supermarket prepares to break tradition and open on Sundays. The rural community has long observed the Sabbath — a day of rest … Read more
Scotland’s weather may be behind its record drug death rates …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> SCOTLAND’S rainy days and long winter nights may be behind its record drug death rates. Experts say lack of sun and time outdoors in northern countries is a driver for alcohol abuse and it could be the same for drugs. 3 … Read more
Me and my kids were kicked out of our family home amid XL Bully row with cops …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A MUM and three kids were kicked out of their home after cops said they may be harbouring an unregistered XL Bully dog. Michelle Beattie, 44, told how officers came to her door after … Read more
Scot who lost an eye fighting for Vladimir Putin in Ukraine insists he has ‘zero regrets’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A SCOT who lost an eye fighting for Vladimir Putin in Ukraine last night insisted he has “zero regrets”. Ross McElvenny, 25, told of his “love” for Russia and dismissed his injuries — including a … Read more
I married my rapist after he sexually assaulted me …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A RAPE victim told how she agreed to marry the “absolute monster” — after he sexually assaulted her. Caroline Lyons, 42, admitted she did not know how to say no when domineering Steven Noon insisted they fly to Thailand together and tie … Read more
Fugitive Nicholas Rossi finally set to stand trial over rape allegation …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> SNARED fugitive Nicholas Rossi who faked his death and fled to Scotland is finally set to face trial for rape. The American fantasist, 37, has been told he will be prosecuted over claims he attacked a woman in his home … Read more
Scotland’s weather maps show 16 DAYS of snow & -15C deep freeze …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> SCOTLAND is set to endure over TWO WEEKS of snow as temperatures plummet to freezing. A bone-chilling deep freeze will descend on the country and transform Scotland into a wintery nightmare. 8 Scotland will be hit with 16 days … Read more
I hope to become Power Slap champion after battling homelessness, says Scots mum …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A YOUNG mum hopes to become a world champion in a slapping competition — months after she and her kids were in a homeless shelter. Robyn Wereshchuk, 31, won on her debut in the Power Slap series — … Read more
Scots trans cops WILL be given leave to change gender …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> TRANS cops have been told they will be given leave to change gender. Frontline officers will get “any time off necessary” to support their transition. 4 Police Scotland will give cops leave to change their genderCredit: Alamy 4 Officers will be … Read more
Man charged over ‘rape’ of girl, 16, in Scots city …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A MAN has been charged after a teenager was allegedly raped in a Scots city. The 16-year-old girl was allegedly attacked in Dundee in the early hours of last Sunday morning. 2 The alleged attack was reported in the Cowgate area … Read more
Gangsters spend £3m on rival attacks behind bars as reason for increase revealed …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> GANGSTERS are reportedly splurging eyewatering sums of cash on contract beatings behind bars. It’s understood hoods are forking out a staggering £3million for targeted attacks in Scottish prisons including slashings and in some cases attempted murder. 2 High-profile … Read more
Expert calls for fireworks crackdown after baby red panda spooked to death …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> THE dazzling displays on Bonfire Night are a highlight of autumn for many folk — but they have had a “devastating” impact on horses, livestock and zoo animals. On average more than 100 horses are killed or injured every … Read more
Frantic 999 call hears daughter cry out ‘my father’s been shot’, Skye ‘shooting’ trial hears …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> THE daughter of a man who was allegedly murdered by his brother-in-law in a horror gun attack told emergency workers – “he’s been shot” in a frantic 999 call. Danielle MacKinnon was heard screaming on the … Read more
Teenager ‘raped’ in Glasgow city centre attack as cops seal off busy lane …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A YOUNG woman was reportedly raped in a horrific early morning assault. It’s understood the teen was attacked in Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Lane – just yards from a bustling nightlife spot. An urgent investigation has been launched after the … Read more
Iconic Scottish tourist street branded ‘lawless’ as shops raided by organised smash-and-grab gangs …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> SCOTLAND’S most famous shopping street is at the mercy of a “theft-demic” crime wave that’s costing business owners thousands of pounds. Thieves have been caught on camera carrying out brazen smash and grab raids on stores along the … Read more
Skye ‘shooting’ trial: Wife’s horror as hubby ‘gunned down at breakfast by her brother’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A WOMAN told a murder trial how she and her son desperately tried to save the life of her husband after he was allegedly gunned down at breakfast by her brother. Lyn-Anne MacKinnon, 45, described to jurors … Read more
Vladimir Putin’s Scots mercenary breaks silence after joining Russia’s war in Ukraine …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A SCOT who reportedly lost an eye fighting for Vladimir Putin in Ukraine has broken his silence to claim: “Russia has been very kind to me.” Ross McElvenny, 25, also told how he is hopeful the tyrant will grant … Read more
Mum tells Skye murder trial she ‘desperately tried to escape while husband stabbed her anywhere he could’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A MUM told jurors how she frantically tried to escape her husband who repeatedly stabbed her in front of their young children in an alleged brutal murder bid on Skye. Rowena MacDonald said accused Finlay … Read more
Body found near popular Scots holiday park as cops lock down busy beach …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> A BODY has been found on a busy Scots beach – just yards from a popular holiday park. The grim discovery took place on Greenham Beach in Ayr this morning. The sandy coastline is close to Haven’s Craig … Read more
Biker, 67, pictured after horror motorbike crash heartbroken wife pays tribute to her ‘best friend and ‘soul mate’ …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> HEARTBREAKING tributes have been paid to a pensioner who died in a horror crash between a motorbike and a van on a busy Scots road. James Cochrane, 67, tragically passed away after the … Read more