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Iran war LIVE: Major hunt for US pilots of fighter jet shot down over Iran
A US F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was downed over Iran, US officials have confirmed, with a major search reportedly underway for its crew
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Edinburgh hospital maternity unit admissions halted as hot water issue discovered
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Admissions to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary's neonatal unit halted after water quality issue detected
Edinburgh Royal Infirmary’s neonatal unit has been closed to external admissions after a water quality issue was detected.
Cordon Bleu lecturer opens a cook school and artisan bakery on return to Scotland
After more than three decades in professional kitchens — from her teenage years in Portugal to senior chef roles in New Zealand and teaching pâtisserie at the internationally renowned Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in Wellington — chef Sam Heeney-Governo has returned to Scotland and opened a co...
US confirm fighter jet shot down over Iran as search launched for pilots
The F-35 fighter jet is understood to have been struck over central Iran with state media sharing images online of what appeared to be American aircraft in the area including helicopters and drones
Hearts injury news as Derek McInnes reveals two in and two out with return of key man in the balance
After welcoming back Cammy Devlin and Lawrence Shankland last tie out, McInnes has another two stars fighting fit fior Livingston
Dunelm's 'hotel quality' £16 bedding set with a 'fresh, airy look' for spring evenings
"Beautiful patterned set that really gives a spring feel to the bedroom."
Crochet Geeks are bee-hind Asda Blantyre’s Easter post box topper
A local group of 14 women dedicate their time and creativity to giving back to the community.
Edinburgh man 'sent 200 emails' to land dream job as condition acted as 'barrier'
'With support, anything can be achieved'
W Edinburgh's rooftop bar W Deck reopens for spring with new seasonal menus and live music
W Deck, the standout rooftop bar on the 12th floor of five-star W Edinburgh, officially re-opens on Friday 10th April with a new seasonal menu and music programming, just in time for the warmer months.
Pensioner dies after being stabbed on London doorstep as son arrested
The incident happened in south-east London on Wednesday April 1, outside the victim's house
Scots hospital maternity unit safety probe as water discoloured
The neonatal unit has temporarily paused external admissions and the birthing pools are out of use as investigations continue.
Stephen Robinson braced for hot reception on St Mirren return with Aberdeen
The new Aberdeen boss heads back to Paisley for the first time since he quit the Buddies last month
Four more arrests after Rangers v Celtic fan violence at Ibrox Stadium
It brings the total number of arrests in connection with the disorder to 17.
Hearts in new injury blow as Derek McInnes says 'it doesn't look good' for star amid Lawrence Shankland boost
A new Hearts injury blow has been shared ahead of a battle at Livingston.
In Focus: Friday at TRNSMT sees established giants of music join next generation of talent on festival stage
Friday at TRNSMT sees an intergenerational meeting of music big-hitters with Richard Ashcroft, Nile Rodgers and The Beta Band playing on the same day as the brilliant Wolf Alice and young Glasgow musician Dylan John Thomas.
Woman arrested after fatal Paisley fire
The 38-year-old died following the blaze on Sunday, April 6, 2025.