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Tamdhu 21 year old whisky

Speyside whisky named ‘best Scotch in the world’ at global competition

Troy Sides who is competing in the Master of Port UK competition.

Scottish sommelier to compete in Master of Port UK Finals

Glen Rosa on the Firth of Clyde on Thursday morning PIC: George Munro/Greenock Telegraph

Glen Rosa starts sea trials in major milestone for delayed vessel

A view of Edinburgh Castle from the esplanade

Watchdog: HES has ‘made progress’ but ‘significant risks’ remain

The research was released as part of the IGD’s Feeding Britain’s Future movement, an initiative backed by 95 businesses, including all major retailers, and leading manufacturers to bring the food and drink industry together to help young people gain experiences of work, build confidence, recognise their skills and discover the exciting careers the sector has to offer.

Scotland’s young people more likely to see food and drink as a career

Johnny McKnight in She's Behind You PIC: Tommy Ga-Ken Wan

NTS ‘in dialogue’ to revive productions as it unveils 2027 programme

Scott McTominay during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden ahead of the Nations League game against North Macedonia. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Scotland team to play North Macedonia: where McTominay fits in

Ryan Porteous trains with Scotland this week after being recalled to the squad for the first time since March 2025.

Porteous on his Scotland exile - ‘things that people don’t see’

Scotland's Sione Tuipulotu hugs Australia's Isaac Kailea after the match at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium on November 24, 2024.

Scotland leader like a cousin to Australia prop Isaac Kailea

Outside the entrance of COP31 in Antalya

I lost faith in climate politics - could COP31 change my mind? Rachel Fergusson

This brass collar, inscribed 'Alexr. Steuart found guilty of death for theft at Perth the 5th of December 1701, & gifted by the Justiciars as a perpetual servant to Sir Jo. Areskin of Alva', was found in the River Forth at Logie

The brass collar that tells forgotten story of Scots enslaved by Scots Dr Marie Macklin

Wallace and Gromit are among iconic characters created by Aardman.

Wallace and Gromit to go on display in new V&A Dundee exhibition

Donald Trump's supporters are having to come to terms with a resounding defeat for the Republicans at this month's midterm elections in the US. Picture: Evan Vucci/pool

The dangerous belief in 'inevitability' shared by Trump and the SNP William Deans

Assistant curator of pre-historic and Roman archeology Bethany Simpson takes a closer look at a larger than life size ancient gilded brass leg which features in the Roman Scotland : Life On the Edge of Empire exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh

Statue of Roman emperor once stood in the Borders, research suggests

The Stone of Destiny now forms the centrepiece of Perth Museum. Picture: PA

How the Stone of Destiny found its place as a modern-day cultural icon Martyn McLaughlin

Assistant curator of pre-historic and Roman archaeology Bethany Simpson takes a closer look at an ancient gilded brass leg which features in the Roman Scotland: Life On the Edge of Empire exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. Picture: Jane Barliow

Scotland's Ozymandias? The historic lesson of Roman Emperor's statue Scotsman comment

Italian police officers stand outside the Virgilio middle school in Rome after bomb threats were made to numerous schools in Italy, Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland. Picture: Filippo Monteforte

School hoax bomb threats show why we must improve our cyber defences Scotsman comment

Scott McTominay takes part in a Scotland National Team training session at Lesser Hampden on his return to the squad following heart surgery

Why England will privately regret missing out on Scott McTominay

Education Secretary Mairi McAllan

1000 schools across Scotland targeted by hoax 'bomb threat'

Experienced scum half Ali Price has joined up with the Scotland squad (Pic: SNS)

Scotland coach gives verdict on scrum-half Ali Price's playing chances

Luke Graham deserves to start for Scotland in their upcoming Nations League fixtures, claims one EFL pundit. Cr: SNS Group.

Graham backed to make Scotland impact for Pocognoli after strong start

Dear Little Corpses by Nicola Upson

The Voices of the Dead by Nicola Upson review: 'unexpected'

Ad Feature Four unforgettable ways to welcome 2027 in Scotland

North Sea pioneer and Balmoral Group founder Sir James Milne dies, aged 85

David Bates, left, in action for Standard Liege last season, has been recalled to the Scotland squad for the first time since March 2019.

Shock Scotland call-up for ex-Rangers star as defender withdraws

John Swinney

SNP ministers do not know how much flagship bus pledge will cost

Standard bearers during the Armistice Day service in the Garden of Remembrance at the Scott Monument, in Princes St Gardens, Edinburgh.

Commemorations held around Scotland to mark Armistice Day

Carrbridge

Scotland's November 2026 photo gallery

Here are 10 of the top rated Scottish wonderkids on Football Manager 27. Cr: SNS Group.

10 of the best young Scottish talents to sign on Football Manager 2027

Blair Kinghorn could return to the Scotland starting XV for this Sunday's match with Australia at Murrayfield (Pic: SNS)

Scotland predicted team to face Australia as rotation expected

Police arrested the men in connection with a series of break ins at supermarkets and golf courses (Picture: Police Scotland)

Explainer School bomb threats: Everything you need to know so far

Scotland’s private sector sees ‘clear turnaround’ after jump in output activity

Glasgow Warriors have added to their front row stocks with immediate effect, after South African prop Leon Lyons agreed to join the club on a short-term contract subject to visa (Pic courtesy of Glasgow Warriors)

Glasgow Warriors sign South African prop on short term deal

Credit: Lethal Creative

Barclays innovation hub seeking to plug Scots firms into UK ecosystem

Police Scotland have issued a response.

Police issue response after schools evacuated due to 'hoax' messages

Expansion plans unveiled at popular Perthshire visitor destination next to A9

Students at St Augustine's were instructed to wait on the astroturf

RECAP: Schools evacuated after suspected 'hoax' bomb threats

All the winners of the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards

Supermarket in one of Glasgow’s most affluent areas up for sale at nearly £7m

The Scotsman has launched a series looking at the state of Edinburgh Airport and its £500 million development plans (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Readers Letters: It's a case of skyway robbery at Edinburgh Airport

The Wemyss Ware cats, all designed by Fife artists, have drawn thousands of visitors

Kirkcaldy revealed as 'happiest place to live in Scotland'

Alison O'Donnell has played DI ‘Tosh’ McIntosh on Shetland for 13 years. Hair and make up: Christine Close - Hair & Makeup Artist. Thank you to Church on the Hill, 16 Algie Street, Glasgow, (churchonthehill.co.uk)

Alison O’Donnell's 'memorable exit' from hit show Shetland

Stephen Kerr MSP

List MSP calls for the Holyrood list voting system to be overhauled

Scotland 250 listing of most profitable mid-size independent firms

Australia centre Isaac Henry has been ruled out of the remainder of their Nations Championship campaign ahead of this Sunday's match against Scotland at Murrayfield (Pic: Getty)

Australia centre dealt injury blow ahead of Scotland match

IT support firm pushes into Dundee after agreeing new collaboration

Lord Cowie on the occasion of his 100th birthday party (Picture: Scottish Rugby)

Scotsman Obituaries: Lord Cowie, judge and rugby internationalist

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries