NewsNewsScotlandScotland PoliticsParamedics hit by 'storm' of alcohol-fuelled attacksAraf Saddiq has been assaulted five times, spat on and verbally abused on countless occasions.12 mins agoScotlandMinister 'recognises strength of feeling' on asylum seeker housing planAlex Norris, a UK government minister, says impact on Inverness communities would be 'minimised'.14 hrs agoHighlands & IslandsFormer MP Mhairi Black to play detective in BBC legal drama Black, who was the SNP deputy leader at Westminster, will play a detective in the eight-part series in her first acting role for television.18 hrs agoScotlandWho are the workers who will fire Scotland's space industry?It is hoped the number of employees in Scotland's space industry will rocket to 20,000 in the next 10 years. 12 mins agoGlasgow & West ScotlandMan jailed for murdering bus driver in attempted suicide crashDavid Livingstone drove his van head-on into the bus driven by 23-year-old Gordon Stirling after his partner ended their relationship.16 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandMinister 'recognises strength of feeling' on asylum seeker housing planAlex Norris, a UK government minister, says impact on Inverness communities would be 'minimised'.14 hrs agoHighlands & IslandsAll you need to know about Glasgow 2026 as tickets go on saleGlasgow will host a stripped-back Games in 2026, with 10 sports and using four venues in the city.12 mins agoGlasgow & West ScotlandThe 'witches' of Dumbarton - tortured, executed and falsely accused More than two dozen people in the town were accused and tortured in the belief that they were doing Satan's bidding.12 mins agoGlasgow & West ScotlandFormer MP Mhairi Black to play detective in BBC legal drama Black, who was the SNP deputy leader at Westminster, will play a detective in the eight-part series in her first acting role for television.18 hrs agoScotlandScottish Parliament election to have daytime vote countVotes will be counted the day after the 7 May poll, instead of overnight, it has been announced. Damning report finds 'culture of mistrust' at maternity unitA review said staffing shortages also contributed to delays and patients being harmed at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.Boy hit by fireball while toasting marshmallows in restaurantThe child had been toasting marshmallows when a waitress poured liquid fuel over fuel burner.Man jailed for torturing kitten to death and abusing partnerLewis Aitken abused his partner over four months before killing a kitten in front of her at her home in Alloa.Calvin Harris announces Hampden homecoming showThe Scottish DJ will play the national football stadium for the first time on 1 August next year.Features and analysisThe 79-year-old boxer whose uppercut made him a TikTok starFrank Gilfeather hung up his gloves more than half a century ago but is now an unlikely boxing superstar.The 1,000 prisoners up for early releaseAnd a damning report into an NHS maternity unit.The town where four restaurants have been 'firebombed' in six yearsFour restaurants in Bothwell have been struck by arson attacks in a six year period.Why is land reform on the agenda in Scotland?MSPs have given their initial backing to a new Land Reform Bill but some critics have described it as "unworkable".'My wife died in childbirth but wasn't told she'd been given labour drug overdose'Jacqui Hunter died less than 24 hours after being told that her daughter had died in the womb.News from around ScotlandDamning report finds 'culture of mistrust' at maternity unitA review said staffing shortages also contributed to delays and patients being harmed at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.Minister 'recognises strength of feeling' on asylum seeker housing planAlex Norris, a UK government minister, says impact on Inverness communities would be 'minimised'.Man jailed for girlfriend's hot tub murder set to appealAren Pearson was sentenced to at least 25 years in jail for stabbing Claire Leveque to death.Galloway Hills wind farm heads to public inquiryOpponents say the Blair Hill scheme is unnecessary and will affect the environment in the area.Man jailed for torturing kitten to death and abusing partnerLewis Aitken abused his partner over four months before killing a kitten in front of her at her home in Alloa.SportBanishing anxiety & restoring confidence - O'Neill's Celtic returnMartin O'Neill says he overcame pre-match nerves on his Celtic return as his side beat Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership.Can resolute Hearts capitalise on window of opportunity?Hearts showed resilience to claim a point at St Mirren, but can they now build their lead over the next 10 days? 'Tactically disciplined' Rangers 'ready' for CelticAfter back-to-back wins Danny Rohl says his "tactically disciplined" side are "ready" to face Celtic in Sunday's League Cup semi-final. But how has he inspired a turnaround?Motherwell head into semi buoyed by win over meek Dundee UtdMotherwell head into Saturday's League Cup semi-final on a high after recording consecutive victories for the first time this season by downing Dundee United.Armstrong goal gives Aberdeen much-needed win at KilmarnockAberdeen beat Kilmarnock to record back-to-back away wins for the first time since September 2024 and move up to 10th in the Scottish Premiership.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 updates12 mins agoThe paramedic who wakes up wondering: 'Will I make it home tonight?'Araf Saddiq has been assaulted five times, spat on and verbally abused on countless occasions.12 mins ago15 hrs agoCalvin Harris announces Hampden homecoming showThe Scottish DJ will play the national football stadium for the first time on 1 August next year.15 hrs ago18 hrs agoFormer MP Mhairi Black to play detective in BBC legal drama Black, who was the SNP deputy leader at Westminster, will play a detective in the eight-part series in her first acting role for television.18 hrs ago23 hrs agoScotland's papers: Migrant barracks plan and airport 'booze bams'A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.23 hrs ago1 day agoScotland's jails at 'crisis point', say prison officersA report published by the Prison Officers' Association shows staff are struggling to cope.1 day ago1 day agoSchool bus provision is a 'massive muddle' say parentsSome councils have reduced eligibility for free school bus services leaving pupils and parents confused. 1 day ago1 day agoThe 79-year-old boxer whose uppercut made him a TikTok starFrank Gilfeather hung up his gloves more than half a century ago but is now an unlikely boxing superstar.1 day ago1 day agoScottish SPCA staff announce strike action on Bonfire NightAbout 140 workers at the animal charity will walk out for 24 hours on 5 November over "chronic low pay".1 day ago2 days agoWhy is land reform on the agenda in Scotland?MSPs have given their initial backing to a new Land Reform Bill but some critics have described it as "unworkable".2 days ago...