Ishan Crawford

Scotland Women Under 21s walk into The Hive on Sunday with bruised pride and a burning point to prove. Fresh off a brutal 113-0 loss to France, Louise Dalgliesh's young side host Italy in the final round of the Six Nations Women's U21 Series. Both teams are still chasing a first win, and the kick-off at 1pm promises raw emotion, fresh faces, and a battle no one wants to lose. Wounded Scots Eye Redemption Against Italy The numbers from last weekend in France were impossible to sugarcoat. Scotland conceded 17 tries in Bordeaux and walked away with zero on the…

US President Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, posting a glowing congratulations on Truth Social just hours after the SNP swept to a record fifth consecutive Holyrood win. Trump praised the Scottish leader's role in the recent whisky tariff deal, sparking a fresh wave of political chatter on both sides of the Atlantic. Trump's Truth Social Shoutout Stuns Westminster The message landed Friday afternoon, and it was vintage Trump. Loud, warm, and full of personal flourish. "Congratulations to John Swinney on winning his Re-Election for First Minister of Scotland," the US president wrote on…

Britain woke up to a political earthquake on Friday. Reform UK has stormed through England's town halls, Plaid Cymru is on course to topple Labour in Wales, and the SNP is fighting to hold its grip on Scotland. Super Thursday has rewritten the rulebook, and Sir Keir Starmer is staring down the worst night of his premiership. Reform UK Shocks the Map With Huge Council Gains Nigel Farage's Reform UK has delivered the result of the night. The party has gained more than 500 council seats across England, surging from the political fringe into a national force in the space…

Scotland is holding its breath. As ballot boxes empty and counters work through the night into Friday morning, nine knife-edge constituencies stand ready to rewrite the political map at Holyrood. From Rutherglen to the Buchan Coast, these are the seats where the SNP's grip on power, Labour's comeback dream, and Reform UK's shock surge will all be tested in real time. Why These Nine Seats Matter More Than Ever The 2026 Scottish Parliament election is shaping up to be the tightest contest since devolution began in 1999. Voters cast their ballots on Thursday, 7 May, choosing 129 MSPs to sit…

A landmark domestic abuse case in Scotland has ended with an eight-year prison sentence for a man whose wife jumped to her death from a bridge while fleeing him. The ruling marks a historic shift in how the justice system holds abusers accountable, even when victims take their own lives in desperation. Groundbreaking Culpable Homicide Conviction Lee Milne, 40, was convicted of culpable homicide at the High Court in Glasgow following the death of his wife, Kimberly Milne, 28. She died in July 2023 after falling from a bridge over the A90 in Dundee and being struck by multiple vehicles.…

Ancient DNA extracted from Scottish Stone Age tombs has unveiled how Neolithic communities organized their dead along strict male bloodlines. The groundbreaking discovery shows fathers, sons and grandsons buried together while female relatives were conspicuously absent from family tombs. Researchers analyzed remains from 22 individuals across five burial sites in northern Scotland, dating back nearly 6,000 years. The findings paint a vivid picture of prehistoric social structures that prioritized male lineage in death rituals. Revolutionary DNA Analysis Uncovers Family Connections Scientists examined skeletal remains from tombs in Caithness and the Orkney Islands, structures used between 3800 and 3200 B.C. This…

Education experts from Scotland and Wales will come together next week to examine 25 years of reform and set out what must happen next. With elections approaching in May, the online discussion aims to cut through political noise and focus on the real challenges facing schools in both nations. The event raises tough questions. Why have PISA results declined? Why does the attainment gap remain so wide? And can Scotland and Wales learn from each other instead of repeating the same mistakes? Cross Border Debate Comes at Critical Time The panel discussion, a joint effort between Enlighten and PolicyWISE, will…

Manhattan has traded its iconic yellow for traditional Scottish plaid this week. Bold tartan taxis are currently roaming the streets of New York City to celebrate the start of NYC Tartan Week. This colorful takeover marks a massive push by VisitScotland to bring the spirit of the highlands to the heart of the United States. The Stunning Tartan Takeover of New York City Streets The famous yellow cabs of New York have some colorful competition this week. Specially wrapped taxis featuring traditional Scottish patterns are currently weaving through the heavy Manhattan traffic. These vehicles serve as mobile billboards designed to…

Wales faces a defining moment at the Principality Stadium this Saturday. After a painful slump to twelfth in the world rankings, Sean Lynn’s side meets Scotland in a high stakes Six Nations opener. This match is more than just a game for the home team. It is a desperate battle to prove that Welsh professional rugby still has a winning future. The Pressure Mounts On Head Coach Sean Lynn Sean Lynn has officially finished his first year as the leader of this squad. His appointment last year brought a wave of hope to Welsh rugby fans. Lynn came with a…

Glasgow Warriors stand on the brink of European rugby history as they prepare for a Champions Cup knockout showdown with Toulon, while crosstown rivals Edinburgh confront harsh questions about a squad desperately needing reinforcement. The contrasting fortunes of Scotland's two professional teams have never been more stark. Glasgow Warriors Target Toulon Upset at Fortress Scotstoun The Warriors enter their Champions Cup last-16 clash with Toulon riding a remarkable wave of momentum. Their home fortress at Scotstoun has remained unbreached for an entire year, providing the perfect platform for another statement European victory. Toulon arrive in Scotland carrying significant baggage. The…