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Neil Pooran
UK
Fringe programme launches featuring ‘notable increase’ in overseas performers
This year’s event features shows on topics including artificial intelligence, the manosphere, cults and social class.
By
Neil Pooran
4 Jun 2026
Politics
No mood in Scottish Labour for challenge to Anas Sarwar’s leadership – MP
Dr Zubir Ahmed also said Wes Streeting has a ‘critical mass’ of support.
By
Neil Pooran
17 May 2026
UK
Police officers injured during ‘serious disorder’ after Celtic’s title win
Police moved in to clear the streets after Celtic fans gathered in the Trongate.
By
Neil Pooran
16 May 2026
UK
Hearts broken after late goals win Scottish Premiership for Celtic
Crowds of supporters gathered outside the Edinburgh side’s stadium for the return of the team bus.
By
Neil Pooran
16 May 2026
UK
Police say Celtic failed to plan for fan celebrations ahead of Hearts showdown
Celtic will host Hearts in a rare final-day decider for the Scottish league title on Saturday afternoon.
By
Neil Pooran
15 May 2026
Politics
Scottish Labour are main Holyrood opposition despite Reform UK tie – Sarwar
Mr Sarwar also said he did not ‘turn the screws’ on anyone to oppose Sir Keir Starmer.
By
Neil Pooran
12 May 2026
Politics
Three more Scottish Labour MPs join calls for Starmer to quit
The MPs each pointed to last week’s election results as they called for a change in leadership.
By
Neil Pooran
11 May 2026
Crime
Bid for reporting restrictions refused in David Goodwillie private prosecution
Denise Clair is looking to launch action against the former Scotland footballer.
By
Neil Pooran
8 May 2026
Crime
Asylum seeker shot dead after stabbings was ‘not happy’ and wanted to leave UK
The man who was shot by police after the Park Inn Hotel stabbings in Glasgow had applied to leave the UK, a hearing was told.
By
Neil Pooran
5 May 2026
Crime
Former SNP councillor convicted of sex offences to be sentenced on Wednesday
Jordan Linden, who left the SNP in 2024, was convicted of 10 separate offences in March following a trial at Falkirk Sheriff Court.
By
Neil Pooran
5 May 2026
Environment
Salmon and other species killed after chemical spills into River Spey tributary
A two-kilometre stretch of the Knockando burn has been ‘destroyed’ after the chemical spill.
By
Neil Pooran
5 May 2026
Crime
Former council leader guilty of sex offences due to be sentenced
Jordan Linden led the SNP administration in North Lanarkshire before his resignation.
By
Neil Pooran
5 May 2026
Politics
‘Existence of Scottish Parliament’ threatened if Reform takes power – Swinney
Alan Cumming asked the First Minister about his plans for advancing Scottish independence if his party wins a majority.
By
Neil Pooran
4 May 2026
Film
Harrison Ford launches signature Scotch whisky on Star Wars Day
The Hollywood star featured in an advertising campaign for Glenmorangie which was released last year.
By
Neil Pooran
4 May 2026
Celebrity News
George Clooney joins Bob Geldof to visit homeless charity’s prototype village
The Hollywood A-lister is in Scotland this week for two events to raise money for Social Bite.
By
Neil Pooran
30 Apr 2026
Politics
SNP bound to win ‘vast bulk’ of constituencies if polls are accurate – Curtice
The polling expert however said the three current largest parties in Scotland are ‘all doing badly’ compared to the last election.
By
Neil Pooran
30 Apr 2026
Celebrity News
Dave Bautista experiences ‘mystery’ of Loch Ness as he stops in at visitor site
The Guardians of the Galaxy star met staff at the Loch Ness Experience earlier this week.
By
Neil Pooran
29 Apr 2026
UK
Duke of Edinburgh visits old school to present pipe band with royal banner
Edward visited Gordonstoun in Moray where he was formerly a pupil.
By
Neil Pooran
28 Apr 2026
UK
Pro-Palestinian protesters blockade defence factory in Edinburgh
A group called Stop Arming Israel stood outside the Leonardo facility on Crewe Road on Tuesday morning.
By
Neil Pooran
28 Apr 2026
Science
Space rocket company eyes summer launch window as it applies for licence
Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) has for the first time specified a potential launch window no earlier than July 1.
By
Neil Pooran
27 Apr 2026
Environment
‘Fellowship’ formed to share tales of missing Stone of Destiny fragments
The Fellowship of the Stone came about thanks to research into the artefact by academic Professor Sally Foster.
By
Neil Pooran
24 Apr 2026
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