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Knife thug stabbed two men in 27 minute rampage of violence
Michael Etchells' criminal record was described as 'deplorable' by a sheriff.

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Sleazy Scots janitor filmed young pupils having sex on school grounds
Graeme Strachan lost his job after he was caught secretly filming underage teen pupils.


Spurned lover built 'home-made bombs' and boasted of plan to target ex-wife
James Boyd sparked a bomb scale in the village of Glamis after bragging of his plans to pals.

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First picture of Scots tourist shot in Thailand after road rage row
Aiden McDonald was shot in the arm in the Southeast Asian country.


Steven Pressley excited by 'amazing' Dundee derby as he recalls United clashes at Dens Park as a player
The Dens Park boss will get his first taste of the city derby as a manager on Sunday


Man at centre of Dundee schoolgirl 'blade' video claims innocence after social media rumours
Elon Musk and Tommy Robinson shared false information about the incident in Dundee.


Scots tourist shot in Thailand after terrifying road rage row as man arrested
Police said the Thai man has been charged with attempted murder over the incident.


Full list of Scotland's best pubs as Glasgow institution takes top gong
The best watering holes across the country were honoured at the Scottish Bar and Pub Awards this week.


Cops probe sighting of man seen in 'distressed state' in Dundee
Police have released a CCTV image of the man they are looking to identify.


Scotland's best restaurants named as 'secret supper club' takes top spot
See the full list of winners at the Food Awards Scotland 2025.


Police Scotland 'aware' of online misinformation over Dundee 'blade' incident
A statement from the force said they "would urge the public not to share misinformation about this incident or speculate on the circumstances".


Fiend who carried out five rapes at knifepoint branded violent predator by police
Alexander Steven, described by police as a violent sexual predator, is behind bars after being convicted of the attacks on women over a two-year period in Dundee.


Elon Musk slammed for spreading misinformation after Dundee 'blade' incident
"Elements of the far right are attempting to hijack this incident to spread a racist, anti-immigration agenda. This is both dangerous and divisive."


Two men arrested after 'assault and disturbance' in Scots town
Images from the scene show half a dozen police vehicles outside a property and armed officers standing guard.


Perth and Kinross Council racks up £721 million of debt
A BBC investigation has found the combined borrowing of the UK's councils has now reached over £122 billion


Best takeaways in Scotland crowned as eateries across the country honoured
Chippies, kebab shops, street food vans, and many more were honoured at the awards bash this week.


Cut your Council Tax payment for next month without claiming a discount
Nearly half a million households in Scotland are receiving a Council Tax Reduction on their annual bill.

Chance to see famous Waverley paddle steamer in Dundee today
The world's last sea-going paddle steamer is paying a rare visit to the City of Discovery for refuelling.
Dundee primary school closure saga: Why does decision hang in balance and what happens next?
Last month Dundee councillors approved a proposal to shut St Pius X Primary School but the decision could be overturned by an independent panel.
Elon Musk and Tommy Robinson accused of spreading misinformation over Dundee ‘knife’ incident
Posts have been shared on social media after 14-year-old girl was charged for the alleged possession of a weapon in Lochee.