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SNP Government Scraps Wood-Burning Stove Ban After Backlash From Rural Communities

World

20 Sep, 2024

SNP Government Scraps Wood-Burning Stove Ban After Backlash From Rural Communities


The Scottish government has temporarily dropped restrictions on the installation of wood-burning stoves in newbuild homes or conversions. The move...

Fatal Accident Inquiry Set for Gamekeeper's Death in Aberdeenshire

World

19 Sep, 2024

Fatal Accident Inquiry Set for Gamekeeper's Death in Aberdeenshire


An inquiry into the death of a gamekeeper after an all-terrain vehicle accident in Aberdeenshire is to be held. Matthew...

ESB Takes €135 Million Hit on Scottish Wind Farm: Is It Still a Profitable Project?

World

19 Sep, 2024

ESB Takes €135 Million Hit on Scottish Wind Farm: Is It Still a Profitable Project?


ESB, Ireland's state-owned energy company, has taken a significant hit in its half-year results related to the 450MW Neart na...

Alex Salmond: Is He Kidding Himself About Scottish Independence?

World

18 Sep, 2024

Alex Salmond: Is He Kidding Himself About Scottish Independence?


Ten years ago today the people of Scotland went to the polls to decide on the future of their country...

UK To Experience Rare Indian Summer This Week, With Temperatures Reaching 30°C

World

16 Sep, 2024

UK To Experience Rare Indian Summer This Week, With Temperatures Reaching 30°C


The United Kingdom is set to experience an Indian summer this week, with weather experts predicting unseasonably warm temperatures that...

Stonehenge's Altar Stone Mystery Deepens: Orkney Ruled Out as Source

World

16 Sep, 2024

Stonehenge's Altar Stone Mystery Deepens: Orkney Ruled Out as Source


Scientists’ search for the source of Stonehenge’s iconic Altar Stone has intensified, with a new paper ruling out Orkney as...

Rangers Bounce Back from Early Setback to Secure Dominant 6-1 Victory over Spartans

Sports

16 Sep, 2024

Rangers Bounce Back from Early Setback to Secure Dominant 6-1 Victory over Spartans


Rangers bounced back from a shock early goal by Spartans to power to a 6-1 win at Broadwood and cement...

EU Greenlights World's Largest Wave Energy Converter Trial in Scotland

Technology

12 Sep, 2024

EU Greenlights World's Largest Wave Energy Converter Trial in Scotland


The world’s largest wave-energy converter device, built through a collaborative effort, is set to begin trials off the coast of...

World's Largest Wave Energy Converter Gets Green Light From EU: 1MW Device to Power Scotland

Technology

12 Sep, 2024

World's Largest Wave Energy Converter Gets Green Light From EU: 1MW Device to Power Scotland


The world’s largest wave-energy converter device, built through a collaborative effort, is set to begin trials off the coast of...

Scotland's First Alpine Coaster Opens: Buckle Up for Thrills at Midlothian Snowsports Centre

Local

11 Sep, 2024

Scotland's First Alpine Coaster Opens: Buckle Up for Thrills at Midlothian Snowsports Centre


Midlothian Snowsports Centre is set to unveil its latest attraction, the Alpine Coaster, to the public on Saturday, September 14....

A9 Kingussie Reopens After Three-Vehicle Crash: Traffic Heavy on Surrounding Roads

World

9 Sep, 2024

A9 Kingussie Reopens After Three-Vehicle Crash: Traffic Heavy on Surrounding Roads


The A9 Inverness to Perth road has reopened after police investigators finished working at the scene of a three-car crash...

A9 Closed in Both Directions After Three-Vehicle Crash Near Kingussie

World

8 Sep, 2024

A9 Closed in Both Directions After Three-Vehicle Crash Near Kingussie


A section of the notorious A9 in the Highlands has been closed in both directions after a three-vehicle crash. Emergency...

Portugal vs Scotland: Cristiano Ronaldo Leads Portugal Against Struggling Scotland in Nations League Clash

Sports

8 Sep, 2024

Portugal vs Scotland: Cristiano Ronaldo Leads Portugal Against Struggling Scotland in Nations League Clash


Portugal is set to host Scotland in their UEFA Nations League A Group 1 fixture, as Cristiano Ronaldo's side eye...

Braemar Gathering 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Scotland's Biggest Highland Games

World

8 Sep, 2024

Braemar Gathering 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Scotland's Biggest Highland Games


The Braemar Gathering, an event often dubbed the most prominent highland games in the world, will take place in Scotland...

Liverpool's Ben Doak Makes Stunning Scotland Debut: Instant Impact in 3-2 Loss to Poland

Sports

6 Sep, 2024

Liverpool's Ben Doak Makes Stunning Scotland Debut: Instant Impact in 3-2 Loss to Poland


Liverpool's Ben Doak made an instant impact for Scotland on Thursday - the young Liverpool winger is set up nicely...

Travis Head's 80 off 25 Balls: Australia Shatters Powerplay Record, Crushes Scotland in 9.4 Overs

Sports

6 Sep, 2024

Travis Head's 80 off 25 Balls: Australia Shatters Powerplay Record, Crushes Scotland in 9.4 Overs


Travis Head and Mitch Marsh have clubbed a world record T20 international powerplay score with a brutal display of hitting...

Scottish Retailers Face Another Month of Declining Sales in August

Business

5 Sep, 2024

Scottish Retailers Face Another Month of Declining Sales in August


Scottish retailers experienced another month of declining sales in August, marking a disappointing summer for the sector. Total sales fell...

Australia Shatters World Record in Powerplay, Crushes Scotland by 7 Wickets

Sports

4 Sep, 2024

Australia Shatters World Record in Powerplay, Crushes Scotland by 7 Wickets


Australia opener Travis Head, on Wednesday, emulated his Sunrisers Hyderabad show from IPL 2024, to help Australia chase down the...

Rangers vs. Arsenal: Scottish Side Eyes 'Career Highlight' Against WSL Giants in Champions League Qualifying

Sports

4 Sep, 2024

Rangers vs. Arsenal: Scottish Side Eyes 'Career Highlight' Against WSL Giants in Champions League Qualifying


Celtic and Rangers are preparing to make the massive jump from Scottish domestic football to the Champions League, with the...

Stonehenge's Altar Stone: A 450-Mile Journey From Scotland Unravels a Neolithic Mystery

World

31 Aug, 2024

Stonehenge's Altar Stone: A 450-Mile Journey From Scotland Unravels a Neolithic Mystery


It is a discovery that has astonished experts, shaken academe, and overturns so many lazy notions about our Neolithic forebears...

Scottish Swimmer Toni Shaw's Path to Paralympic Glory: A Look Back at Her Journey to Paris

Sports

29 Aug, 2024

Scottish Swimmer Toni Shaw's Path to Paralympic Glory: A Look Back at Her Journey to Paris


Scottish swimmer Toni Shaw hopes the home comforts she enjoyed in the build-up to the Paralympic Games will enhance her...

Shoplifting Soars by 34% in Scotland: Retailers Demand Action as Crime Rates Rise

World

28 Aug, 2024

Shoplifting Soars by 34% in Scotland: Retailers Demand Action as Crime Rates Rise


Recorded crime in Scotland has risen in the past year, with figures showing domestic abuse up by 22% and shoplifting...

David Nucifora: From Ireland's Grand Slam Glory to Rebuilding Scotland's Rugby

Sports

27 Aug, 2024

David Nucifora: From Ireland's Grand Slam Glory to Rebuilding Scotland's Rugby


When David Nucifora begins work at Murrayfield in late October, early November it won't be with the grand title of...

€300 Million Superyacht Skips Galway for Scotland: Mystery Surrounds Sudden Change of Plans

World

23 Aug, 2024

€300 Million Superyacht Skips Galway for Scotland: Mystery Surrounds Sudden Change of Plans


A €300 million superyacht scheduled to make a stop in Galway has been forced into a sudden change of destination....

Fox Hunting Loophole in Scotland: Are Hunts Exploiting a New Licensing Scheme?

World

23 Aug, 2024

Fox Hunting Loophole in Scotland: Are Hunts Exploiting a New Licensing Scheme?


The Scottish Government has been told it must act urgently after an animal charity said they have found fresh evidence...

Carer's Allowance Update: New Payment Available in Scotland - Who is Eligible?

World

23 Aug, 2024

Carer's Allowance Update: New Payment Available in Scotland - Who is Eligible?


The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced updates to the Carer’s Allowance claim process, advising those residing in...

Scotland's First Alpine Coaster: Thrill Ride Set to Open at Hillend Snowsports Centre

World

22 Aug, 2024

Scotland's First Alpine Coaster: Thrill Ride Set to Open at Hillend Snowsports Centre


A new thrill ride is set to open later this year as part of a new leisure attraction currently being...

Strong Winds and Heavy Rain to Batter Scotland: Yellow Weather Warning Issued

World

21 Aug, 2024

Strong Winds and Heavy Rain to Batter Scotland: Yellow Weather Warning Issued


Scotland is bracing for a period of strong winds and heavy rain, particularly in western parts of the country, as...

Hepatitis A Outbreak in Cumbernauld: What You Need to Know

Health

9 Aug, 2024

Hepatitis A Outbreak in Cumbernauld: What You Need to Know


Public health officials in Scotland are investigating a small number of cases of hepatitis A in North Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire...

Josh Kerr: From Scottish Streets to Olympic Podium, A Story of Determination and Family

Sports

6 Aug, 2024

Josh Kerr: From Scottish Streets to Olympic Podium, A Story of Determination and Family


Josh Kerr, the Scottish middle-distance runner, is a name that resonates throughout the world of athletics. His journey is an...

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