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Nicola Sturgeon launches her party's manifesto from a conservatory at her home in Glasgow.

A vote for SNP will give Nicola Sturgeon 'permission' for indyref2
Politics

Figures backing economic argument for independence 'out of date', says Sturgeon
Politics

Prince Philip's custom built hearse unveiled
UK News

Nicola Sturgeon receives first dose of the coronavirus vaccine
Coronavirus

Analysis: How will the SNP pay for their dentistry manifesto pledge?
Health

SNP reaffirm pledge to reform GRA
Politics

Former BBC Scotland presenter condemns blanket Duke of Edinburgh tributes
What's On

SNP pledges to to abolish NHS dentistry charges and freeze income tax
Health

NHS Scotland preparing for winter third wave of Covid-19, says deputy CMO
Health

Landowners and walkers need to know the law on 'right to roam' – Jenny Dickson
Columnists

What do we know so far on party election pledges?
Politics

US Election

Trumpism is a threat to democracy that Scotland must beware – Scotsman comment
Columnists

Sturgeon congratulates Joe Biden on presidential victory
Politics

Analysis: A US presidential race that defies polls and our idea of America
Politics

Coronavirus

We take a first look inside the Playhouse after a year of lockdown
People

Stay at home message to lift from tomorrow - here's what it means for you
Coronavirus

Jump in Scots employers reporting boost in homeworking productivity
Business

Transport

Can we travel between Scotland and England yet?
People

CalMac's largest ferry out of service for engine repairs
Transport

Queensferry Crossing reopens to traffic
News

National parks urge visitors to respect countryside ahead of restrictions easing
Coronavirus

Airport warns of Scotland's declining influence without urgent recovery plan
Transport

ScotRail ticket conductors joining rail strike action
Transport

When could staycations resume in Scotland? As 'Stay Local' approach is announced
Coronavirus

Crime

Puppy stolen from Glasgow home after man held at knifepoint
Crime

Man sentenced to over two years in prison for domestic abuse
Crime

Cameron House Hotel: Deceased 'drowning in dreams' for his future
Crime

Racial abuse and assault reported during a road rage incident
Crime

Weather

Scotland records the coldest April night in eight years
Weather

Sun and snow bring new twist to Spring showers in Scotland
Weather

Yellow weather warning for snow and ice in the north of Scotland
Weather

Incredible image captures stunning sunset behind train crossing Forth Bridge
Weather

Politics

There's a big problem with the idea of independence in the EU – Jim Duffy
Columnists

Ancient gender stereotypes are not a model for the present – Scotsman comment
Columnists

What I really said at the Alba Party conference - Margaret Lynch
Politics

David Cameron’s lobbying of Greensill Capital explained
Politics

Race for Holyrood: Greens clone Patrick Harvie to help boost their MSP numbers
Politics

Key promises in the SNP's 2021 manifesto
Politics

Scottish Greens pledge to double wind energy industry
Politics

Opinion

Why Davidson's arrival in Lords could bring about its end – Scotsman comment
Columnists

Richard Cockburn: Why the North Sea Transition Deal offers a platform towards a ...
Business

Readers' Letters: Alba’s election film is racist towards English
Letters

How pro-Union voters can derail the nationalist juggernaut – Douglas Ross MP
Columnists

Why it's time to go back to the future for tenants on benefits - David Alexande...
Columnists

People

Mystery as Jenners signage removed
People

Hillwalkers urged to prepare properly
Coronavirus

110,000 complaints over Prince Philip coverage
UK News

Jenners iconic signage is removed
People

Royals will not wear military clothing as guest list to be announced for funeral
People

Obituary: Dame Shirley Williams, trailblazer for women in British politics
People

Meet some of the people getting back nature in ancient East Lothian woods
Homes and Gardens

Obituaries

Obituary, Teresa Vass, Gulag survivor and charity supporter
People

Obituary: Astrid Gray, perfume counter clerk and daughter of a Rangers legend
People

Obituary: Jessica Walter, US actress best known for Arrested Development
People

Environment

Coldplay campaign against climate change
UK News

Scotland's rainforest is in danger and must be saved – Scotsman comment
Columnists

Heriot-Watt Uni team hits upon marine substitutes for food and beauty products
Business

Mural art trail rejuvenates local area in Scotland
Art

Greens to 'create 100,000 jobs' as part of climate action plan
Environment

Extremely high risk of wildfire in Scotland this week
Outdoors

Why Japan is releasing radioactive Fukushima water
Environment

UK News

Here is the guest list for the Duke of Edinburgh's funeral
UK News

Mountain rescue team save puppy
People

When is Prince Philip's funeral and how can I watch it?
World

Why we should stop asking 'how are you?' – Laura Waddell
Columnists

Three deaths and 278 new Covid-19 cases
Coronavirus

Braemar Gathering cancelled for second year
UK News

World

Police officer on trial for murdering George Floyd did not testify
World

Bernie Madoff has died in a US federal prison
World

Fears of full-scale war between Russia and Ukraine are growing – Angus Robertson
Columnists

Why Yuri Gagarin is an abiding inspiration to the world – Scotsman comment
Columnists

Why have Putin’s troops gathered on the Ukrainan border - and will they invade?
World

One person killed and another in hospital following a shooting in Paris
World

Read This

9 best family tents from Decathlon, Berghaus, Vango
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William and Harry will walk apart at grandfather Philip's funeral
Read This

When do I find out primary school places in 2021? Date placements are announced ...
Read This

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