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1. Gangster Steven Lyons' empire "crumbling" after Bali arrest

   Steven Lyons muli-million criminal empire has crumbled over the past year.

2. Scots kids using AI to target teachers in fake 'sexual and violent' videos

   Concerning reports have come out of students using teachers’ names and generating AI videos of them.

3. High demand for eco buses should be enough for SNP to protect Scots workers

   Record View says if the SNP government really wants to support Scots jobs, it must be bolder in ensuring public money is spent in Scotland, not China.

4. Scots firefighter, 29, left bleeding through work clothes due to chronic illness

   Erin Brown, 29, has been battling the extremely painful, lifelong and under-recognised condition for nearly a decade.

5. Warning from the DVLA for British drivers born before 1956

   The DVLA has issued a fresh reminder to UK drivers they need to take action after a certain age

6. Housebuilder launches second year of Calderwood Community Promise to support local charities

   Up to £10,000 remains committed across the three-year initiative, with a mix of financial donations and staff volunteering available.

7. Over 4,000 children and young people in West Lothian are receiving essential disability support

   Social Security Scotland data shows that at the end of December 2025 the families of 4,350 children and young people in the council area were receiving Child Disability Payment.

8. Snow maps show Scottish city in line for snow over Easter weekend

   Weather maps show snow could fall in Belfast, Manchester and Glasgow on Sunday, with the Met Office warning of unsettled wet and windy conditions across the UK over the Easter weekend.

9. Pupils at Cumbernauld school hailed by inspectors following visit

   Inspectors highlighted the strong, vibrant and nurturing culture that has been created across the school and nursery, praising children, staff and leadership for their commitment, enthusiasm and high standards.

10. Wishaw MSP welcomes new funding to support Scottish-based musicians

    A £300,000 pilot fund will be delivered through Creative Scotland to help artists cover increasing expenses such as travel, freight and visa applications, which have made touring abroad more difficult in recent years.