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1. Motherwell's Miss Scotland finalist backs Playlist for Life dementia charity

   Abigail Thomson is president of the Glasgow University Surgical Society and a keen musician, songwriter and performer.

2. Tim Westwood appears in court charged with four counts of rape

   The former BBC Radio 1 DJ appeared at Westminster Magistrates Court on Monday.

3. Kilwinning street locked down after cops called to 'hostage situation' at family home

   Officers from Police Scotland were called to Kilwinning in the early hours of the morning.

4. Major fashion brand continues Scottish expansion with first Aberdeen store

   The 4,844 sq. ft. shop opened to the public over the weekend.

5. Scotland issued yellow warning for rain in 19 areas with one to see 'heaviest' downpours

   The national forecaster has warned of possible flooding in impacted areas.

6. M74 rush hour police incident closes junction as drivers warned to 'avoid' area

   Commuters are being warned of travel chaos on the M74 as police deal with an ongoing incident on Monday

7. Woman beaten by ex-partner has 'no faith' in system after waiting years for justice

   The ex-girlfriend of Michael Mavir, who was sentenced to a suspended jail term in October this year, said he "punched, kicked, and threw things at her" during the attack which left her with severe bruising.

8. Cops launch urgent search for missing boy as 'concerns growing' after disappearance

   Ethen Petrie, 12, from Glenrothes, was last seen on Sunday night, November 9

9. Money-saving hacks that could void your home insurance

   Short-term savings can quickly become costly mistakes, experts have said

10. Driver MOT roadshow is visiting Hamilton's Regent Shopping Centre today

    It is encouraging motorists aged 60 and over to reflect on their driving skills and take steps to stay safe and confident behind the wheel.