Sleeping for no more than 10 hours per night, avoiding crowded areas and drinking half a litre of water before running are key to performing as well as possible in the London Marathon, sport scientists have said.
Advice on the healthy use of social media will be provided to young people as part of a Scottish Government strategy to improve mental health support.
The UK Government spent more than £120 million on benefit and child support claimant appeal tribunals last year, sparking accusations the welfare system is “not fit for purpose”.
A large relief sculpture has been created to mark links between Aberdeen and the Spanish Civil War.
Some of Scotland’s main political parties have revealed their candidate lists for the European Parliament elections.
Health Secretary Jeane Freeman has been urged to ensure an internal report on treatment at a mental health unit is published in full.
Stunt biker Danny MacAskill has said he still finds it “unbelievable” that posting a video online 10 years ago triggered his global stardom.
A new exhibition exploring the cultural importance of video games opens at the V&A Dundee this weekend.
A man has been charged with attempted murder following a mass brawl in Glasgow city centre.
A motorcyclist has died after crashing into a fence in East Ayrshire.
Struggling families across Dundee, Angus, Fife, Perth and Kinross and Edinburgh have been gifted a welcome boost this Easter thanks to Hillcrest Housing Association and Thorntons Solicitors.
Scot Gemmill has emerged as clear favourite with Ladbrokes for the Scotland job, following the sacking of Alex McLeish.
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley and bosses at Rangers Football Club are waiting for a judge’s ruling on the latest round of a long-running High Court fight over merchandise sales.
A sixth person has been arrested following a brawl in Glasgow city centre.
Almost 30 people have been charged after a police crackdown on “money mules” who keep cash in their bank accounts for criminals.
Scotland must unite to stand against transphobia to ensure everyone feels safe, secure and accepted, the equalities secretary has said.
There was no smell of fuel or any evidence of a leak at the scene of a helicopter crash in which 10 people were killed, an expert has said.
The SNP leader of Scotland’s largest council has been accused of promoting a “hostile environment” by a councillor who has left the party in protest.
An ATM has been stolen from a bank branch by a gang who used a car to pull it from the building.
Monkeys have been enjoying Easter treats at their safari park home.