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1. Scotland's 'best hotels' for 2026 named from city breaks to Highlands retreats

   The top accommodation options across the country for the year ahead have been crowned.

2. North Lanarkshire commuters to benefit from increased bus service between Glasgow and Edinburgh

   Coach operator Scottish Citylink has increased the frequency of journeys on its Service 900 route between Edinburgh and Glasgow.

3. Drawing test used by doctors could show early warning signs of dementia

   A neurologist has shared screening tests that could indicate early warning signs of dementia

4. Scotland to endure 'below freezing' temperatures as Storm Chandra batters UK

   Storm Chandra is currently wreaking weather havoc and this disruptive weather is set to continue.

5. Reform UK MP Lee Anderson mocked by Angela Rayner after campaigning in wrong by-election seat

   The Reform UK chief whip was left red-faced after sharing photos of himself canvassing ahead of the Gorton and Denton by-election — only for it to emerge he was actually in Angela Rayner’s neighbouring constituency.

6. Vet tells all pet owners to do 3 things to 'extend dog's lifespan'

   Vet Dr Nicole Rous has shared expert advice on how simple changes to your routine could boost your dog's lifespan and improve their health. According to her, you need to do three simple things

7. '80 percent' healthy diet habit on island where people live to 100

   The '80 percent rule', also known as 'Hara Hachi Bu', is a dietary habit that some people in a Blue Zone swear by

8. Woman who fell asleep on mum's shoulder amid seven hour flight had actually died

   Rachel Green was travelling from the US to the UK to carry out research for a book when she could not be roused from her 'sleep' when the jet landed in London.

9. William Hill shops to shut after budget tax hit, owner says

   Evoke says it 'could shut up to 200 sites if gambling taxes were raised'

10. North Lanarkshire Council helping to fund cost of vacant retail space in various town centres

    Grant funding of up to £20,000 is available to help landlords as well as start-up and expanding businesses. The fund can help with the costs of premise refurbishment, fit out and new signage.