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What is today's Framed? June 30 movie hints and answer
If you're not a fan of the hit games Wordle or Heardle then maybe try the movie spin-off Framed. Described as a game for 'cinephiles and casual movie watchers alike' it is inspired by the worldwide popular guessing games. The game sees a
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What is today's Quordle? June 30 word puzzle hints and answer
Don't want to admit defeat with today's Quordle? Here's a helping hand. Whether you've aced the music spin-off Heardle and you've got the Film version Framed beat, it might be time to raise the stakes. Described by some as 'Wordle on steroids
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What is today’s Wordle? June 30 hints
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5 letter word in only six attempts. The game
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What is today's Heardle? June 30 song hints and answer
Put on your headphones and get ready for today's musical brain teaser Heardle. If you're anything like us, you've been agonising over the New York Times' mind-bender for months now. Described as "a respectful homage to Wordle", Heardle comes
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Jim Goodwin confident Connor Barron will sign new Aberdeen contract amid Celtic interest
Jim Goodwin believes that Connor Barron will sign a new contract at Aberdeen providing everyone involved in the negotiations remains sensible. The Dons are keen to tie the talented youngster down to new and improved terms off the back of his impressive
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Scotland boss Pedro Martinez Losa confident of World Cup play-off victory whoever the opponent
SCOTLAND head coach Pedro Martinez Losa believes that Scotland can beat any of the other eight nations who are likely to be in the World Cup play-offs. His side is guaranteed a place in October's showdown following Ukraine's 2-0 win over Hungary on
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Andy Murray admits frustrations over abdominal injury build up to Wimbledon after John Isner defeat
Andy Murray has been through tougher moments in his career over the last few years but the disappointment was writ large on his face after his hopes of another big run were ended by the big serving of John Isner. Murray’s 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-7 (3),
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Kenny Murray hoping to give Scotland Under-20s opportunities during Italy clash
Scotland Under-20s head coach Kenny Murray has made seven changes to his starting fifteen ahead of the age-grade side's Six Nations Summer Series round two clash against Italy in Treviso. The young Scots are looking to bounce back after a disappointing
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Andy Murray out of Wimbledon as big serving John Isner wins in four sets
Andy Murray was blown away by big-serving American John Isner in four sets as his Wimbledon campaign ended in a blur of aces. Two-time champion Murray failed to reach the third round for the first time as 6ft 10in missile launcher Isner secured
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Scots scientists aiming to solve the riddle of Broken Heart Syndrome
It is the little understood condition that proves you can actually die from a broken heart. Experienced by some in response to emotionally traumatic events, Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, or “Broken Heart Syndrome”, occurs when one of the heart’s chambers
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Staff crisis threat to Skye tourism
BOASTING iconic sights such as the Quiraing, the Old Man of Storr and the Fairy Pools, it has long been an international tourist magnet. But the Isle of Skye is suffering a hospitality staffing crisis as the holiday seasons gets under way, business
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Doctors ‘will spend years saying sorry’ for state of NHS, says BMA
Doctors in Scotland will have to spend years apologising for the failings of the NHS, a leading trade union boss has warned. Dr Lewis Morrison, chair of the British Medical Association (BMA) in Scotland, said staff “need the tools to make things
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Emma Raducanu out of Wimbledon after defeat to Caroline Garcia
Emma Raducanu’s Wimbledon return proved to be an anti-climax as the US Open champion exited in the second round with defeat by Caroline Garcia. Living up to the hype has proved impossible for the 19-year-old so far and, a year after rocketing to
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Jewellery row with FIA could see Lewis Hamilton miss Silverstone Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton is set for another collision course with Formula One’s governing body over the jewellery row which could threaten his participation at Sunday’s British Grand Prix. A record 142,000 fans are expected at Silverstone for one of the
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Anthony Joshua ‘hungry, desperate’ to win his rematch against Oleksandr Usyk
Anthony Joshua admitted he is “definitely hungry, definitely desperate” to become world heavyweight champion again and is seeking a knockout of Oleksandr Usyk in their rematch. Joshua (24-2, 22KOs) was outclassed last September by his Ukrainian
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Novak Djokovic hits form in straight-sets coast past Thanasi Kokkinakis
Novak Djokovic fired a warning to his Wimbledon title rivals by easing past Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis with a flawless display, and then vowing to get even better. The defending champion had been unconvincing in his 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-4 victory over
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Baby boxes updated ahead of fifth year anniversary of scheme
Baby boxes are particularly important amid the cost-of-living crisis, the children’s minister has said ahead of the fifth anniversary of the scheme. The box has been refreshed for its milestone in August and features updated clothing designs and
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Why AAB is AABsolutely invested in empowering Scotland's tech sector
Expert advice can boost ambitious Scottish firms’ chances of substantial investment, explains AAB’S Brian McMurray THE technology deals market has remained active throughout the pandemic, making the most of business that could be done virtually
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Clear outlook on cloud technology is vital for Scotland's businesses
Is your company's head in the cloud when it comes to protecting employee data? To keep up with legislative changes, an understanding of how new digital systems offer a secure path forward is essential, writes AAB's payroll director Stuart Law
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Check out this "exceptional" new property for sale in Edinburgh
Exceptional two-bedroom mid-terrace home comes on the market in Willowbrae This light, spacious property, currently home to a BAFTA Scotland award-winning director, has the bonus of a garden nestled on the slopes and parkland of Arthur’s Seat.
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SNP dealt blow as expert warns 'there's no such thing' as de facto referendum
A CONSTITUTIONAL expert has torpedoed the SNP’s strategy for independence – warning “there’s no such thing” as holding a de facto referendum. Nicola Sturgeon yesterday announced she intends to hold a re-run of the 2014 referendum using Holyrood
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Four cross-border clubs confirmed for SPFL Trust Trophy
NEIL Doncaster has welcomed back four cross-border clubs to the Scottish Professional Football League Trust Trophy for the upcoming season. The New Saints and Caernarfon Town, from the JD Cymru Premier in Wales, and Linfield and Cliftonville, from
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SNP told cost of living crisis will make it harder to cut child poverty
SCOTTISH ministers are unlikely to meet their own targets to tackle child poverty with the cost of living crisis making the ambition harder, independent experts have said. The warning comes in the latest report by the Poverty and Inequality Commission
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Hibs mark Lee Johnson’s first game as manager with friendly win over Paul Hartley’s Hartlepool
HIBERNIAN marked Lee Johnson’s first game as manager with a 2-0 friendly win over Paul Hartley’s Hartlepool in Portugal. The Easter Road side scored either side of the interval with goals from Ewan Henderson and Ryan Porteous. In the searing
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Lord Advocate told to give statement over independence 'unanswered questions'
LABOUR is demanding the Lord Advocate delivers an urgent statement tomorrow before Holyrood goes into recess after claiming the Scottish Government has “left the big questions unanswered” over its independence plan. Yesterday, the First Minister
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Kevin McKenna: Why opposition parties are convinced indyref2 would be nasty and divisive
NOT for the first time, they both seemed to be reading from the same script. Both Scottish Labour and the Scottish Tories have been waiting eight years for yesterday’s announcement by Nicola Sturgeon that she’s seeking to hold an independence referendum
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Historic Scottish legal firm in raft of new hires from same company
A HISTORIC Scottish legal firm has hailed a string of new appointments from the same law company. Holmes Mackillop, which can trace its roots back to 1783, has appointed Ross Brown as director, Emma Donaldson as senior associate, Elaine Clark as
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Climate protestors glue themselves to 'painting' in Glasgow gallery
A Glasgow museum and art gallery has been forced to close after climate protesters glued themselves to a frame of a painting. Members of the group Just Stop Oil spray-painted their logo on the walls and floors of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and
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St Mirren boss Robinson reveals Davis transfer text ahead of new Rangers deal
ST MIRREN boss Stephen Robinson has revealed he was "desperate" to sign Steven Davis before his new Rangers deal. Northern Ireland and Ibrox legend Davis, 37, was coming to the end of his Rangers contract in the summer. There was serious speculation
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Landmark Glasgow 'island' retail location has new tenant
By Ian McConnell A FLAGSHIP “island” retail location on Glasgow’s Buchanan Street has been let to cosmetics chain Lush by London-based private investment company Old Park Lane Management for 15 years at a rent of £900,000 per year.. The building
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Martinez Losa inspired to reach World Cup with Scotland by daughter
PEDRO Martinez Losa has a special supporter behind his bid to take Scotland’s women’s national team to the 2023 World Cup. The Scots sit second behind runaway Group B winners Spain and secured a qualifying play-off spot following Tuesday night’
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Recruitment campaign to bring more GPs to Scotland from other parts of UK
A major recruitment drive is hoping to bring more family doctors to Scotland from other parts of the UK and elsewhere. The Scottish Government campaign is part of its commitment to take on a further 800 GPs by 2027. Health Secretary Humza
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Piquet apologises to Hamilton but claims comment was mistranslated
NELSON PIQUET has apologised “wholeheartedly” after using an offensive expression when discussing Lewis Hamilton in an interview last year but insists the word he used has been mistranslated. Former Formula One world champion Piquet, 69, was reported
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Jamie Murray and Venus Williams team up in Wimbledon mixed doubles
THE crowd-pleasing partnership of Jamie Murray and Venus Williams headline the mixed doubles draw at Wimbledon, while Kyle Edmund makes his long-awaited return to tennis. After Andy Murray and Serena Williams’ attention-grabbing run to the third
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Why many small Scottish businesses are moving online to attract new customers
It’s been estimated that up to 99% of consumers, at least once in a year, will now find a local business they need using the internet. Around 80% go online more than once a week to try and find a local business. Customers looking for things
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Search ongoing for 20 missing after Russian strike on Ukraine shopping centre
Russian forces battled to surround the Ukrainian military's last stronghold in a long-contested eastern province as shock reverberated from a Russian airstrike on a shopping centre that killed at least 18 people in the central city of Kremenchuk on
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Swinney rewriting flawed complaints procedure to give 'greater transparency'
JOHN Swinney has told MSPs that he is overhauling his new harassment complaints procedure to give it “greater transparency” after concerns that findings against ministers are being withheld from the public. Last week, Nicola Sturgeon suggested
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Trump dismissed January 6 threats and wanted to join crowd, says former aide
Former US president Donald Trump rebuffed his own security's warnings about armed protesters in the January 6 rally crowd and made desperate attempts to join his supporters as they marched to the Capitol, according to testimony before the House committee
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Police to 'withdraw goodwill' and limit overtime as pay row escalates
POLICE officers are removing “all goodwill” and only work overtime if ordered to do so amid an ongoing pay dispute. The Scottish Police Federation has written to Police Scotland chief constable Iain Livingstone, setting out that from 5pm on Friday
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Queen meets with Nicola Sturgeon day after Indyref2 plans announced
Queen Elizabeth has met with Nicola Stugeon during her annual trip to Scotland today. The First Minister was granted an audience with the queen at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh during the monarch's visit for Holyrood Week. The
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More than 2,000 Covid infections recorded each day on average latest data shows
More than 2,000 new cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in Scotland on average during the past seven days. According to the latest statistics from Public Health Scotland, the seven-day average of new infections up to 26 June is 2,071. This
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Revealed: Glasgow council pays out £10m on agency cleansing workers
Glasgow City Council has spent almost £10 million on agency workers to empty bins and deal with recycling in the last five years, we can reveal. The “eye watering” spend has escalated in the past two years with the council racking up a £5.6m bill
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£25bn from Russian oligarchs frozen in multinational seizure effort
A multinational task force designed to seize Russian oligarchs' wealth has blocked and frozen 30 billion US dollars (£25 billion) in sanctioned individuals' property and funds in its first 100 days in operation, it has been reported. This was on
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UK Government accuses SNP of 'appeasing hardliners' with independence strategy
A UK Government minister has accused Nicola Sturgeon of “appeasing the hardliners” in the SNP after restarting a push for independence as the Tories were warned not to “blocks Scottish democracy”. Yesterday, the First Minister set out her routemap
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Agenda: We need to rethink the culture aound business start-ups
By John Loudon ALMOST 12,000 businesses were established in Scotland in the first four months of this year, according to a recent report. Yet Scotland remains among the least entrepreneurial of the world’s developed countries. Scotland’s rate
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What time is Andy Murray facing John Isner at Wimbledon today?
Andy Murray made it into the second round of the 2022 Wimbledon Championships, on his return to the tournament. He defeated the Australian John Duckworth, coming back from losing the first set to dispatch him fairly routinely. Now the Scot
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EU countries approve climate measures after long talks
European Union countries have reached a deal backing stricter climate rules that would eliminate carbon emissions from new cars by 2035 following hard-fought talks that dragged on into the early hours of Wednesday. The 27 member states found a
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Biffy Clyro frontman ‘proud’ to be awarded honorary degree
Biffy Clyro's frontman has said being awarded an honorary degree at a Glasgow-based university is “the stuff of dreams”. Simon Neil is being awarded a doctor of letters (DLitt) from Glasgow Caledonian University, recognising his “continued inspiration
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Hindu tailor killed in cleaver attack amid religious tensions in India
Tensions were high in India's western Udaipur city on Wednesday, a day after police arrested two Muslim men accused of cutting a Hindu tailor's throat in a brutal attack. Kanhaiya Lal was stabbed multiple times inside his shop by two men wielding
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Cavendish out, Pidcock in and Pog v Rog – Tour de France talking points
THE 109th Tour de France will begin with a short time trial on the streets of Copenhagen on Friday. The 13 kilometres around the Danish capital are the first of the 3,328 that separate the peloton from the final finish line in Paris on July 24.
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Why is Boris Johnson not at PMQs today and who is replacing him?
Boris Johnson will not be appearing at PMQs today (Wednesday, June 29) and will be replaced by Deputy Prime Minister, Dominic Raab. The Prime Minister is unable to attend due to his presence at the ongoing NATO summit in Madrid, Spain. Johnson
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McInnes pleased with Kilmarnock fitness levels during pre-season
DEREK MCINNES is impressed by the fitness levels of his Kilmarnock squad as pre-season preparations continue ahead of their return to the cinch Premiership. The Scottish Championship winners drew 2-2 in a friendly against Gibraltar’s Lincoln Red
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Herald Diary: Meme of the Day
The Diary gives a resounding “Meh” to this show-offy chap. Now if he could do that with four balls… Incredible juggling skills 👏 👏 pic.twitter.com/PZjUl31JzX — Creature of God (@mdumar1989) June 23, 2022
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Andy Murray to team up with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at Laver Cup
ANDY MURRAY will feature alongside Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal after committing to play the Laver Cup in London later this year. Three-time grand slam champion Murray will represent Team Europe as they take on Team World at the O2 Arena in September
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Guy Stenhouse: The person who is anti-democratic is not Boris Johnson – it is Nicola Sturgeon
THE Scottish Government claims it has an “indisputable” mandate to hold another referendum next year. The Lady Nicola drapes herself in the saltire and claims anybody who opposes her mandate is not a democrat. Surprise, surprise the finger is pointed
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Glasgow Airport needs to secure direct US links to aid sluggish recovery, says Alison McRae
AIRPORTS haven’t been out of the media recently and, let’s face it, it hasn’t been for the right reasons. But just take a step back and consider the strategic role our airports play in the Scottish economy. The ability to travel by air is vital
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Letters: The loss of town councillors accountable to local communities has come home to roost
IT is clear that there are serious concerns about the handling of Common Good Funds in Scotland by today’s local authorities ("Half of Scots councils accused of ‘mismanaging' community funds", The Herald, June 27). Further to those justified concerns
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Jamie Chadwick not sure women can cope with ‘extremely physical’ Formula One
W SERIES champion Jamie Chadwick has questioned whether female drivers are physically able to compete in Formula One. Chadwick is the dominant force of the all-female racing series, established in 2019 to serve as a springboard to F1. The 24
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How has support for independence changed in this year's polls and how would you vote?
Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed intentions to hold a second independence referendum on October 19 next year. If Holyrood receives approval from the UK Supreme Court that it can legally hold a new referendum, Scots could once again face the major
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Janey Godley reveals she is free of cancer after treatment for disease
Comedian Janey Godley has revealed she is cancer free after being cleared of the disease following treatment. In a heartfelt message to fans on social media, the Scots comic thanked everyone who had supported her and shed tears of gratitude for
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Two charged after HMRC bust uncovers 2.2 million 'illicit' cigarettes
Two men have been charged after a bust uncovered 2.2 million suspected illicit cigarettes in a Glasgow business unit. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) officers made the discovery in the south of the city on Monday, June 27. Eight pallets of
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Christopher Jullien closes in on Schalke switch as transfer insider provides 'done deal' update
CELTIC defender Christopher Jullien is closing in on a move to Schalke, with the deal expected to be finalised on Wednesday. The French centre-half has slipped down the Parkhead picking order since Ange Postecoglou took the reins of the Glasgow
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Rangers Colak bid rejected as PAOK demand £2.5m for summer transfer
RANGERS have had an improved transfer bid for Antonio Colak rejected, according to reports. It was claimed Rangers had upped their offer for the striker to £2million plus add-ons. However, it's now reported that PAOK have booted out the offer
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Lewis Ferguson set for Aberdeen exit with four European clubs interested
ABERDEEN midfielder Lewis Ferguson is nearing the exit door at Pittodrie with four European clubs from two nations monitoring the 22-year-old closely, according to reports. The Scotland internationalist joined the Dons from Hamilton in 2018 and
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Sturgeon's dramatic gamble as Supreme Court asked to rule on Indyref2
NICOLA Sturgeon has taken the most dramatic gamble of her leadership in a bid to overcome Boris Johnson’s refusal to allow a second independence referendum. The First Minister announced she intended to hold Indyref2 on October 19 next year, using
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Nicola Sturgeon: Lawful indyref2 contrasts with PM’s ‘law breaking’ on protocol
Nicola Sturgeon has contrasted her desire for a “lawful” second vote on Scottish independence with the Prime Minister “breaking the law” by reneging on the Northern Ireland Protocol. The Scottish First Minister said this highlights the “difference
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New Scottish distillery and brewery to create 40 jobs
THE capital of the Scottish Highlands is to welcome a new £6 million whisky distillery and brewery which will be "sustainably powered by the water from the River Ness". Described as the first new facility of its kind in Inverness for nearly 40
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Swinney: SNP majority vote at general election would be mandate for independence
Scottish ministers would have a mandate to begin independence negotiations with the UK Government if the SNP win a majority of votes in Scotland at the next General Election, John Swinney has said. The Deputy First Minister made the comments during
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Martin Boyle has 'no plans' to leave Saudi Arabia following relegation
FORMER Hibernian forward Martin Boyle has no plans to leave Saudi Arabia despite his club's relegation to the second tier of the Middle Eastern nation. The Australia internationalist joined Al Faisaly in a £2.5million deal in January after spending
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Swimmer Dan Jervis comes out as gay ahead of Commonwealth Games
BRITISH swimmer Dan Jervis has come out as gay ahead of next month’s Commonwealth Games. The 26-year-old Welshman, who won 1500m freestyle silver and bronze at the 2014 and 2018 Games in Glasgow and Australia’s Gold Coast respectively, is set to
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Padraig Harrington fears LIV series poses threat to future of DP World Tour
PADRAIG HARRINGTON fears for the future of the DP World Tour as the controversial LIV Golf series continues to send shockwaves through the sport. A number of the world’s top names have defied sanctions from the established tours to sign up for
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Lewis Hamilton says ‘archaic mindsets’ must change following Nelson Piquet slur
LEWIS HAMILTON insists “archaic mindsets” need to change after it emerged former Formula One world champion Nelson Piquet used a racial slur towards the Mercedes driver. Reports in Brazil claim an interview conducted following the 2021 British
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Serena Williams non-committal over future after first-round Wimbledon defeat
SERENA WILLIAMS left her future open to question after her return to Wimbledon ended in a first-round defeat by little-known Frenchwoman Harmony Tan. Stepping out to play singles for the first time since leaving Centre Court prematurely and in
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UK Government ministers "decline" to speak to BBC over Indyref2 plan
The Scottish Secretary and other UK Government ministers declined to talk to the BBC this morning to face questions on Nicola Sturgeon’s plan to hold a second Scottish independence referendum. Speaking from the Garden Lobby at Holyrood, Good
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Boris Johnson hails Deborah James as ‘inspiration to so many’ following death
Boris Johnson has hailed Dame Deborah James as an “inspiration” and said that because of her campaigning work “many, many lives will be saved”. The podcaster, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016, died on Tuesday after spending her final
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Scotland facing real examination of where they are in world rugby stakes - Martin Hannan
NOW that the warm-up is out of the way, Scotland now face a real examination of where we are in the world rugby stakes at the moment. Three tests against Argentina in their backyard will be a searching inquiry into how well prepared Scotland are for
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Celtic: Patience to be rewarded on Jota and Bernabei, and latest on possible exits for Jullien and Juranovic
IF good things come to those who wait, Celtic fans are in for quite a summer. The Hoops faithful have been left hanging by their club as they await confirmation of the signings of Jota and Alexandro Bernabei, with the seemingly interminable delay
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Indyref2 is desperate last throw of the dice, says Conservative MP
A Scottish Conservative MP has described plans to pursue a second independence referendum as a “desperate last throw of the dice”. Andrew Bowie, who represents West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine, told BBC’s The Nine time should be spent talking
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Adam Tomkins: Learning from America – Westminster is right to repeal Blair’s Human Rights Act
WHAT did the suffragettes teach us, which links Dominic Raab’s proposed new Bill of Rights, the US Supreme Court overruling Roe v Wade, and America’s indefensible gun laws? The answer is: that our civil liberties are better protected by parliamentary
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Indyref2
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Indyref2 June 29 2022 Framed prints of Steven Camley's cartoons are available by calling 0141 302 7000. Unframed cartoons can be purchased by visiting our website thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Issue of the Day: Is JK Rowling being erased from Harry Potter?
HARRY Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is celebrating its 25th anniversary, but there is one key figure noticeably absent. After its release in 1997, it became the third best-selling novel of all time, and established JK Rowling as one of the world
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Scotland hockey talisman Alan Forsyth previews 4-Nations tournament
THERE are few better people to spearhead Scotland’s men’s hockey team over the next month than Alan Forsyth. With the 4-Nations beginning today, closely followed by the Commonwealth Games, the stakes are high but few are better equipped than the
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Glasgow takes next steps to repatriate looted art
IT will be the largest-ever repatriation of objects from a single collection in Scotland, but now talks are underway to repatriate looted items to the descendants of their rightful owners. Just weeks after a decision was made to return more than
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Scotland outpaces UK with leap in inward investment project wins
By Ian McConnell Business Editor SCOTLAND recorded a much-sharper rise in the number of foreign direct investment projects secured than the UK as a whole in the year to March, figures from the Department for International Trade show. The
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Island distillery to reopen to visitors after revamp
THE owners of an Islay distillery have been granted permission to extend its off sales area and make changes to its layout ahead of its public reopening. It is hoped the Caol Ila Distillery by Diageo, at Port Askaig, will reopen in August. The
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Rosemary Goring: Are second homes so wrong? Or are we just jealous?
THE coastal village of Elie is a seaside idyll: pretty cottages looking out to the Firth of Forth, and elegant back streets, washed by the salty air. One of a chain of picturesque harbours that make up the East Neuk of Fife – Anstruther, Pittenweem
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SNP needs to work with Westminster and get 'stronger grip' on financing net zero
THE SCOTTISH Government's independent climate advisers have warned that plans to meet legal targets will be missed without more co-operation with Westminster by SNP ministers. The Climate Change Committee, which advises both the UK and Scottish
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Last chance to nominate your favourite spot in the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards
This is your last chance to nominate your favourite spot in the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards. Now in its 27th year, the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards is on the hunt for the best of Scottish hospitality. Each vote counts and you can cast yours across
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Iain Macwhirter: See you in court, but we know where it will end
IT’S been a long and winding road, as Macca would put it, since the glory days of 2014 and the first Scottish independence referendum. The “Festival of Democracy” we called it. Even many unionist commentators were captivated by the campaign, which
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Letters: Forget the haters and grab this golden opportunity
SO the First Minister has made a significant, measured announcement which chimes with the majority view of the citizens of our nation and indeed reflects the mandate upon which she and her Government were re-elected (again). It would be disingenuous
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Circle of life as former pupils reunited with beloved teacher
Her 'no nonsence' approach is said to have commanded respect from even the most unruly pupils, while one of her former charges said it was down to her dedicated efforts that she passed her English higher exam. Irene Mowatt taught English Literature
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'It felt like my face was melting': Grandfather's 'nightmare' stroke ordeal
IT was June 2015 and John Whiteford had just switched on the shower when he had what he describes as a "wee wobble". "The next thing I knew I was lying on the bathroom floor, fighting for my life basically. Then 52, Mr Whiteford had just come
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Warning over increase in staff workloads amid crisis fuelled by Brexit and Covid-19
By Ian McConnell AROUND 84 per cent of Scottish organisations say skills shortages fuelled by factors including Brexit and the coronavirus pandemic are creating an increased workload for other staff, while 77% are experiencing reduced output, profitability
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Ian McConnell: Tories must not wriggle out of planned tax hike
The rumour mill has been grinding out a line that the Tories might abandon or kick into the long grass plans to raise corporation tax because of the challenges facing the economy. It is difficult to know how well-placed the speculation is on this
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Glasgow factoring firm reveals acquisition plans and top-level change
By Scott Wright A GLASGOW-based property factoring specialist is targeting further acquisitions and a senior management change amid plans to expand up to four-fold over the next decade. Newton Property Management outlined its ambitions as the
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Blow to Boris Johnson and DUP as NI voters support protocol
A MAJORITY of Northern Irish voters support the Northern Ireland protocol in the Brexit deal signed between the UK and the EU with backing growing for the measure, according to a new poll. The results of the survey will prove embarrassing to Boris
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Scottish life science firm hails £1.6m backing for therapies platform
A SCOTTISH company has raised £1.6 million to help push forward a product that could boost the manufacture of new therapies. The backing will help Cytomos progress its new approach to analysing cells with its platform, Cytomos Dielectric Spectroscopy
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Private care homes 'fare worse' on quality of care, value for money and staff wages
Privately run care homes fare worse on value for money, treatment of staff and quality of care compared to the non-profit sector, according to a new report scrutinising the sector in Scotland. The Scottish Government said there was “no evidence
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Covid bed and staff shortages blamed as stroke care delays worsen
STAFF absences and bed shortages due to Covid have been blamed for a worsening performance against key stroke targets in Scotland. Two of the major 'stroke care bundle' benchmarks associated with recovery - admission to a specialist stroke unit
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Overgrown green space to rusted swings: The neighbourhood services being eroded
New figures have laid bare staffing reductions in neighbourhood services in the last five years leading to cuts in parks, leisure centres and libraries. From overgrown green space to rusted swings, boarded-up community centres and swimming pools
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Herald Diary: The statue of no limitations
Going, going… cone WE recently mentioned some horrifying news from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue outside the Gallery of Modern Art was spotted without his rightful adornment of a splendiferous traffic cone hat. This has caused
