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Scotland’s three-way title race generates precious glimmer of interest in a moribund era

Hearts are threatening to upset the dominance of Celtic and Rangers in a break from the deadening European norm and can lift audiences from apathy

The Guardian - UK

SNP would be ‘complacent’ to think Holyrood election is ‘in the bag’ – Alexander

Scottish Labour campaign co-chairman Douglas Alexander accepted however his party are underdogs for the May election.

Evening Standard

May election could be Labour’s ‘only chance’ to oust SNP – Anas Sarwar

The Scottish Labour leader was speaking as he addressed his party’s conference in Paisley.

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Self-portrait by Jack Vettriano to be shown for first time since his death

‘Portrait Of The Artist’ will be on display for three years at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh

The Independent UK

Jack Vettriano self-portrait to go on show on first anniversary of his death

Portrait Of The Artist will be on display for three years at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

Evening Standard

Lynx could return to Scotland – but can rewilders win over wary Highlanders?

With most Scots supportive of reintroducing the wild cat, charities are focusing on those whose jobs could be affected

The Guardian - UK

‘Underdog’ Anas Sarwar insists Labour can win Scottish election in 10 weeks

He cautioned against using the party’s defeat in the Gorton and Denton Westminster by-election to forecast the outcome of the May 7 poll in Scotland.

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Man and woman arrested over Lisa Dorrian disappearance released

The 40-year-old woman was arrested in Bangor, Co Down while a 42-year-old man was arrested in Scotland on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

On The Brink Of Silence: 5 Dog Breeds The World Is Slowly Losing

Dogs have walked beside humans for thousands of years, guarding us, hunting with us, comforting us, and loving us without conditions. Yet, in a strange twist of time, some of the most loyal and remarkable dog breeds are quietly disappearing. Not because they failed us, but because we failed to…

Times Pets

Glasgow named Scotland’s ‘most generous city’ after response to Hoy appeal

GoFundMe said Glasgow was the second-most generous city in the UK during 2025.

The Independent UK

Robison urges her successor to be ‘bold and ambitious’ as Holyrood backs Budget

The Scottish Budget for 2026-27 was passed by the Scottish Parliament.

Evening Standard

Role of Scotland’s top law officer questioned after ‘bombshell’ over Peter Murrell charges

Lord advocate Dorothy Bain informed first minister of embezzlement charges against former SNP chief executive a year before they were made public

The Guardian - UK

Final call for applications for Troubles disablement pension scheme

Those who suffered a permanent disablement during the Troubles and now live in England, Scotland or Wales are asked to apply.

Evening Standard

Scotland’s new emissions strategy ‘too reliant on science fiction’, critics say

UK Climate Change Committee voices concern over Scotland’s progress on decarbonising buildings and reliance on unproved technologies

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How does the league split work in Scotland?

A wildly unique schedule, but the same question remains: how does the league system work in Scotland?

Evening Standard

Lord Advocate gave Swinney details of Murrell charge in March 2025, papers show

It has sparked calls from the opposition at Holyrood for Dorothy Bain KC to appear before MSPs to answer questions.

The Independent UK

England drawn to face Scotland and Ireland at home Women’s T20 World Cup

The tournament kicks off at Edgbaston on 12 June

The Independent UK

Eddie Jones blames England’s Six Nations collapse on Steve Borthwick’s pre-tournament comments

England sit fourth in the Six Nations table after consecutive defeats by Scotland and Ireland

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The Independent UK

Calls to Tax Donald Trump’s UK golf courses amid new tariffs

The US president owns two golf resorts in Scotland

The Independent UK

Jamie George: England haven’t become a bad team overnight

Successive defeats to Scotland and Ireland have halted England’s Guinness Six Nations title quest after just three rounds.

The Independent UK

England’s leaders let them down against Ireland – what happens next will be vital

Many of Steve Borthwick’s senior figures were short of their best and must now address their Six Nations failings

Radio France Internationale

2026 Six Nations: France's Grand Slam hopefuls turn focus towards Scotland

France's top rugby union players on Monday turned their focus towards Scotland after beating Italy 33-8 to maintain their quest for a clean sweep of victories - the Grand Slam - in the 2026 Six Nations.

Evening Standard

London set to bask in warm sunshine with temperature hitting 17C after weeks of winter gloom

It seems London is being dragged out of mire, weather-wise, with the capital set to bask in warm spring sunshine this week.

The Independent UK

England, Wales and Scotland given dilemma as strange host venues confirmed for Fiji’s Nations Championship fixtures

Fiji will play games in Cardiff, Liverpool and Edinburgh in the new competition

The Independent UK

Six Nations team of the week: Which players impressed in round three?

Who stood out across this weekend’s action?

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