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Michael Beale makes Rangers 'destiny' claim after quitting QPR for Ibrox
Michael Beale insists he has fulfilled his destiny by returning to Rangers and succeeding Giovanni van Bronckhorst as Ibrox boss. Beale was unveiled as the 18th manager to hold office days after clinching a deal to bring him back to the club where
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Lee Johnson planning to ease Aiden McGeady back for Hibs ahead of Rangers clash
LEE JOHNSON has revealed plans to ease Aiden McGeady back into action ahead of Hibernian’s Premiership return against Rangers in a fortnight. The former Celtic winger has not yet made his Premiership debut for Hibs because of a recurrence of the
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Michael Beale answers Rangers critics and explains Steven Gerrard's 'let's go' slogan
Michael Beale must acknowledge the perception but quickly dismisses the conspiracy theory. He is now in the right place at the right time. A return to Glasgow and to Ibrox had been some weeks, months even, in the making for Beale. There was nothing
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Germany knocked out of World Cup despite victory over Costa Rica
Germany crashed out of the group stage of the World Cup for the second time in succession despite a 4-2 victory against Costa Rica. Following a shock defeat to Japan and a scrappy draw against Spain, the four-time world champions knew only victory
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Walkouts, groans and silence: Blackford’s time as SNP Westminster leader
WHENEVER Ian Blackford got to his feet at Prime Minister’s Questions, Labour and Tory MP would groan. The problem for the SNP man was so did many of those on the benches behind him. “He has been terrible of late. Worse than usual,” one party
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Roberto Martinez stands down as Belgium boss following World Cup exit
Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez fought back the tears as he confirmed his side’s 0-0 draw with Croatia was his last game in the job. The 49-year-old Spaniard said he will not be extending his contract, which expires at the end of Qatar 2022
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Morocco edge out Canada to qualify for World Cup last 16 as Group F winners
Morocco advanced to the last 16 of the World Cup after closing out a 2-1 win over Canada at the Al Thumama Stadium to finish top of Group F. Canada, who had already been eliminated, fell behind early on thanks to a major error by goalkeeper Milan
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Belgium bow out of World Cup as Romelu Lukaku squanders chances in Croatia draw
Belgium bowed out of the World Cup after falling short in a goalless draw with Croatia in their final group game at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. Substitute Romelu Lukaku hit a post for Belgium in the second half, but they needed to win to progress
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Teachers strike at Glasgow school suspended for 'further talks' with council bosses
Teachers at a Glasgow school called off strike action to go into further talks with the council in a dispute over staff safety. Members of the NASUWT union have been taking action this week after staff raised concerns over what is understood to
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LIVE: Join us at The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards 2022
10:33pm That’s a wrap from us here at Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow. Thank you for joining us tonight at The Herald’s
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Hearing to consider overturn of Edinburgh’s ban on strip clubs begins
The battle to overturn Edinburgh’s ban on strip clubs has reached the courts, with a judge set to decide if the nil-cap policy is legal. A union representing exotic dancers and the clubs set to be banned made their cases against the City of Edinburgh
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Scottish Government records £2bn budget underspend
The Scottish Government had a record £2bn underspend in the last financial year, according to the latest consolidated accounts. From a budget of £51.2bn, ministers spent £49.2bn. The government said a significant part of the underspend, around
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Scotland to pilot world’s first online HIV prevention service next year
The world’s first online HIV clinic will go live next year, Scotland’s public health minister has announced. Speaking on World Aids Day, Maree Todd said Scots would be able to get Pre-exposure prophylaxis (Prep) pills from home with the new platform
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Man and woman who died in A9 crash in Ross-shire named by police
A man and a woman who died in a crash on the A9 in northern Scotland have been named by police. Patrick Davidson, 46, from the Garve area of Ross-shire, and Hazel Allan, 50, from Thurso, Caithness, were killed in the incident at Achavanich, north
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Sturgeon trying to 'play one set of workers against another' amid teachers' strike
NICOLA Sturgeon has been accused of attempting “to play one set of workers against another” as the First Minister came under criticism for her efforts in reaching a deal over teachers’ pay. The First Minister told MSPs that the Scottish Government
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Pub near Robert the Bruce Bannockburn site for sale
A COMMUNITY wet-led pub near a historic site has been brought to market by specialist agents. Drysdale & Company, a hospitality sector-focused agency, is offering the purchase of The Borestone Bar in Stirling, a “solid freehold, traditional lock-up
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'Perfect storm': Charity 'floored' by 800 per cent rise in energy bills
A "perfect storm" is brewing for an essential Scottish charity as it faces a staggering 800 per cent rise in energy bills. The Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home (EDCH), which was one of the first animal rescue charities to launch pet food banks, is expecting
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How Giorgos Giakoumakis bombshell was foreshadowed by Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou
When Ange Postecoglou stood up to address the Celtic AGM last month, his message on transfers was two-fold. The keyword underpinning both points, however, was "aggressive". “We’ve got to be going in step," the Parkhead boss said. "There is no point
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I didn’t miss the penalty – Luis Suarez not sorry for 2010 handball versus Ghana
Luis Suarez stressed he would not be apologising for his handball in Uruguay’s 2010 World Cup quarter-final against Ghana as the sides prepare to meet again on Friday. The clash at the tournament in South Africa 12 years ago saw Suarez sent off
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The causes of hair loss in women ... and how to fix them
Women who are experiencing hair loss commonly consult specialists at Seneca about the causes of their hair loss as well as the best course of action. A change in a woman's hair pattern frequently affects her self-esteem, but more critically, it
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Screen Scotland purchases rights to Edinburgh International Film Festival
Screen Scotland has announced that it has purchased the intellectual property rights to the Edinburgh International Film Festival. The national body that drives the development of the Scottish film and TV industry has acquired the rights from
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In the final act of life we must retain our autonomy
THE arguments for and against assisted dying are highly personal and emotive, and consequently often generate more heat than light. Against that background I found Dr Calum MacKellar’s Agenda column on the subject refreshingly objective and balanced
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Profile: Stephen Flynn – the SNP MP tipped to replace Ian Blackford as leader
ABERDEEN South MP Stephen Flynn is the favourite to replace Ian Blackford as the SNP’s leader at Westminster, with sources suggesting there will be no contest for the top job. The parliamentary party is due to hold its Annual General Meeting next
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Get a free hotel stay worth £150 with The Herald's January subscription offer
AS we begin the New Year, we are offering new subscribers to The Herald a fantastic offer and a free hotel stay worth £150. If you take up an Annual Digital Pack subscription with the Herald and gain full access to our digital platforms, you will
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First Minister rejects claim breast cancer services have 'collapsed' in Tayside
Nicola Sturgeon has rejected claims that breast cancer services in Tayside have “collapsed”. During First Minister’s Questions, Labour leader Anas Sarwar told MSPs of a “chemotherapy dosing scandal” that had seen patients in the region given lower
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Author Julia Donaldson opens up about latest movie based on her book
Watching a movie based on the work of Julia Donaldson has become a festive staple, although gathering the family around the television in between turkey and trimmings and the Queen’s Speech is absolutely not the writer’s own experience of childhood
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The Bethlehem Cultural Festival returns to Glasgow with host of events
Glasgow is to welcome the return of The Bethlehem Cultural Festival this weekend to celebrate Palestine and the Eastern Mediterranean’s rich and diverse cultural scene. The festival, launched digitally in December 2020, and 2021 saw the launch
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Upmarket capital retailer to close with immediate effect
Upmarket retailer Joules is closing its store in Edinburgh's George Street with immediate effect following a deal to save the majority of the business from going bust. Administrators at Interpath Advisory have brokered the sale of approximately
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A warm welcome for new wave of Scottish energy projects
Public support for new renewables projects is crucial as the industry takes innovative action, with WJM’s team of experts on hand to provide strategic advice to the energy sector DISCUSSIONS surrounding climate change have moved on considerably
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Hellas Verona defender Josh Doig addresses Napoli interest
Former Hibs defender Josh Doig has maintained he is only interested in helping Hellas Verona "do well" despite links with Napoli. The 20-year-old, who moved from Easter Road in the summer, is enjoying life in Italy and has already contributed two
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Declan Rice thinks other teams will be fearful of England’s ‘world-class’ squad
DECLAN Rice believes England’s “world-class” squad deserve to be feared at the World Cup. Gareth Southgate’s side face Senegal in the last 16 on Sunday evening having progressed as winners of Group B. While a goalless draw against the United
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Memorial service announced for Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir
A service celebrating the life of rugby legend Doddie Weir is to take place in the Scottish Borders. The 52-year-old passed away after a six-year battle with motor neurone disease, Scotland Rugby confirmed in a statement on Saturday. A memorial
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Seven youths charged following Bonfire Night disorder in Edinburgh
Seven teenagers have been charged following Bonfire Night disorder in Edinburgh. The youths, aged between 13 and 16, have been charged with a number of offences including breach of the peace, shoplifting, assault and theft following a disturbance
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Top lawyer Gordon Jackson accused of watching football during Sheku Bayoh inquiry
Top lawyer Gordon Jackson has denied claims he was watching the World Cup on his phone during the Sheku Bayoh inquiry. The KC is already facing a five-month suspension for naming Alex Salmond’s accusers on a train when he was representing the former
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How to make a success of raising the school age
I watched one of our four-year-old boys on his first day at school. Within minutes he was scanning the room, looking around for an opportunity to play. Why? Because he is four years old – it’s what children do. The benefits of play in a child’s
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Husband and wife team acquires wealth management business
AN EDINBURGH team of financial advisers has acquired the wealth management arm of a legal firm in the Highlands. The tie-up means Macleod and MacCallum Wealth Management will become part of Tweed Wealth Management. As part of the deal, the
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Ian Blackford to stand down as SNP's Westminster leader
Ian Blackford is to stand down as the SNP's leader at Westminster. In a statement, the Ross, Skye and Lochaber MP he would not be standing for the leader's job at the parliamentary party's AGM next week, and that had accepted a new position "at
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Sturgeon insists UN official's concerns over gender reforms not 'well founded'
NICOLA Sturgeon does not believe concerns raised by a UN special rapporteur on the SNP's gender reforms "are well founded" as the Scottish Government moved to alleviate fears over women's safety. An SNP minister has insisted government officials
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LEZ signage installed in Glasgow ahead of all vehicle enforcement
With less than 6 months to go before enforcement of Glasgow's Low Emission Zone (LEZ), statutory signage is starting to be installed around its boundary. The city centre LEZ will be enforced from June 1, 2023, meaning that all vehicles entering
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Teddy Jamieson: How could Balenciaga get it so wrong?
WHEN you have to issue a statement “strongly condemning child abuse” it’s probably fair to say you’re not having a good day. Fashion label Balenciaga has rightly faced a huge backlash over its recent advertising campaigns involving children. The
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Scotland duo Fiona Burnet and Jen Eadie set for GB debuts in Argentina
EXPERIENCED Scotland duo Fiona Burnet and Jen Eadie are set for Great Britain debuts as the FIH Pro League season begins in Argentina. Both have won close to 80 caps for their country and have been called into David Ralph’s squad for matches against
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Yousaf apologises to patients after one in seven stuck on NHS waiting lists
Health Secretary Humza Yousaf has insisted he spends “every waking moment” trying to revive the NHS as he stressed he would not want his own children to have to wait long periods for treatment on the NHS. Mr Yousaf has spoken out after the latest
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Jon Vincent: Fears as investment in college mental health counsellors to end
Today, the Mental Health Foundation has published research into the mental health and wellbeing of Scotland’s college students. The shocking report shows that unfortunately students are anything but thriving. College students were asked in the
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House prices fall at fastest pace for over two years
UK house prices fell at the fastest pace in almost two and a half years last month, as rising interest rates put off buyers. Average house prices fell by 1.4% on a seasonally adjusted basis in November, figures just released by Nationwide building
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Robbie Neilson hoping to spark Hearts back into life with Spain training trip
ROBBIE Neilson is hoping to spark Hearts back to life with some Spanish winter sun. The Jambos jetted out to Malaga on Wednesday morning for a week-long training camp ahead of the Premiership resuming following the World Cup break. The Tynecastle
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Gerardo Martino confirms Mexico reign is over after ‘huge failure’ at World Cup
GERARDO Martino confirmed his reign as Mexico head coach was over following their World Cup exit. Mexico’s 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia was not enough to secure a round-of-16 spot as Poland finished second behind Argentina in Group C on goal difference
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Holyrood committee expresses 'significant concerns' over care service reforms
HOLYROOD’S Finance Committee has expressed “significant concerns” over the cost of the new National Care Service (NCS). In a damning report, MSPs also warn that ministers may be “potentially misleading” the Scottish Parliament over the size of
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Ronnie O’Sullivan tumbles out of Scottish Open after loss to Gary Wilson
RONNIE O’Sullivan was knocked out of the BetVictor Scottish Open after losing 4-3 to Gary Wilson in the third round. World number 32 Wilson’s decisive break of 73 in the deciding frame at Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh set up a clash with
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Brexit checks 'added £210 to household food bills'
Brexit added an average £210 to household food bills in the two years to the end of 2021, burning a £5.8 billion hole in consumers’ pockets, new research suggests. The increase was driven by extra checks and requirements on goods – representing
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Shane Burger won't allow conditions to rain on Scotland's parade
WITH the frustration of a truncated World Cup appearance serving as motivation, Scotland will get back on the horse and try to improve their chances of qualifying for another one. Hopes were high heading into this year’s T20 tournament off the
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Ian Maxwell defends referees amid 'immense' VAR pressure as he makes plea
Ian Maxwell took a step back in time yesterday, only to find one of Scottish football's favourite topics followed him all the way to 1872. It's been 150 years since Scotland met England in the world's first ever international fixture, and it feels
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Rab McNeil: Down the Commons in his brand new shoes, Keir takes on Winchester rifles
POLITICS is confusing today. Both before and during Prime Minister’s Questions yesterday, we heard Tories speak in defence of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ rights, vulnerable women. Have they no sense of tradition? Meanwhile, Labour support Brexit and
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Which Scottish town has been named the second-happiest in Britain?
A Scottish town whose motto is 'soor plooms' (sour plums) has been named the second-happiest place to live in the UK. Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders, took the second spot in this year's Rightmove Happy at Home Index. Residents scored it
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Superb care for a vagrant was evidence of high NHS standards
TUESDAY’S issue of The Herald had an article raising questions about the principles that underpin the NHS in Scotland, and another suggesting that “private” – or commercial – health care is a necessity (“Top doctor
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Alison Rowat: Is Nicola Sturgeon coming close to getting the brush off?
LIKE Withnail and his companion, I went on holiday last week by mistake. Discovering I had some paid leave due (youngsters, ask your grandparents) we piled into the car and drove till the fuel ran out. Never again, not least because I missed so
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Rebecca McQuillan: Sacking Humza Yousaf won’t save NHS but independence could
IS the health secretary Humza Yousaf personally responsible for the existential crisis in the NHS? I don’t see it. Holyrood’s opposition parties are clamouring for his head, but I can’t find it in me to pin the blame solely on him for the diabolical
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Neil Mackay: James McAvoy is right, Scotland is racist. The solution: get more woke
YOU can always trust a Glaswegian to tell it to you straight, right? If you want the unvarnished truth, then Glasgow is where you’ll find it. That’s what we tell ourselves in this city, isn’t it? We’re an honest, fair-dealing bunch. So, it’
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Scotland – 'a really dark place'
Hard facts THIS week in the World Cup the mighty En-ger-land beat the not quite so mighty Wales. Scotland, meanwhile, have not yet suffered a loss in the tournament, no doubt aided by the fact that they didn’t actually qualify for the tournament
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Scots energy giants hit by over £1bn cuts in green investment budgets
SCOTS energy firms have seen their investment plans for the green energy revolution cut by over £1 billion - while being ordered by the regulator not to pass on the cost to households. Ofgem has curtailed the requests of the two major Scottish
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on turkey shortages
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on turkey shortages December 1 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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'Alarming' levels of depression and food poverty amongst Scots students
A leading mental health charity has called on the Scottish Government to provide more support to colleges after a survey found "alarming" levels of depression and food poverty amongst students. The largest study on the mental health and wellbeing
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Why deaths of 123 prisoners in Scottish jails remain unexplained
THE deaths of 123 prisoners in Scottish jails over the past five years, almost half of the total number who died in custody, have not yet been properly investigated or explained. New questions have been raised about Scotland's only public system
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Adam McGeoch: Thousands of small Scottish firms already frozen out as winter looms
The Chancellor of the Exchequer had the unenviable job last month of striking the balance of signalling stability to markets while supporting households and businesses through the current economic crisis. However it appears the pandemic, Brexit
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Ex-footballer "naive" to trust boss at Scottish club she is suing
The football boss who appointed a 23-year-old former player to develop the women's game 'was not aware the club had a female side'. Lauren Rabbitte is suing Clyde FC and the team's charitable foundation saying they reneged on a promise to pay her
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Rangers roar back with record revenue, but 'grave' concerns over alcohol ban plan
SCOTTISH football clubs have bounced back from pandemic lockdown losses with record results, but are now bracing themselves for a harsh winter as the energy crisis and cost-of-living crisis continue to bite, and new financial challenges emerge.
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Glasgow office lettings hit nine-year high
Activity in the market for Glasgow office lettings is at its highest in years according to figures from a leading real estate services company. Savills said the number of office lettings completed in the city during the first three quarters of
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Luxury retailer Mulberry reports £3.8m loss as UK economy falters
Luxury retailing's resilience to the economic downturn has been called into question after Mulberry posted a pre-tax loss of £3.8 million for the six months to October 1. The leather goods and accessories group, whose handbags can cost up to several
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New Scottish head for global law firm
International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has appointed partner Alan Shanks, who specialises in the energy sector, as the new head of its Scottish operations. Mr Shanks, who currently heads the firm’s finance and projects team north of the Border
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‘Bittersweet’ decision as Scottish fashion boutique founded in 1969 to close
A LONG-ESTABLISHED woman’s fashion boutique in Edinburgh is to cease trading this month, more than 53 years after it first opened for business. A fixture of the Scottish capital’s fashion scene since 1969, Jane Davidson is named after its founder
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'It was lovely': Pioneering pony ride helps 103-year-old Scot fufill dream
It was to cheers of care home staff that Pearl Todd embarked on a unique journey which has been over a year in the making. The 103-year-old, who had to sell her horse before coming to Ranfurly Care Home in Johnstone, wished for one more horse ride
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Highland cow fetches world record price in Australia as demand soars Down Under
With their long horns and flowing coats, Highland Cows are born and bred to deal with the extreme weather conditions of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland they have grazed since the sixth century. Yet in the past two years, ‘heilan coos’ have
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Clear to see as dairy firm converts green semi-skimmed milk caps to clear
By Neale McQuistin Following a series of successful trials, Müller Milk & Ingredients has started switching its coloured milk bottle caps to clear, and aims to convert its whole range by summer 2023. In a phased approach, which started in November
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Alba Equity invests over £2m in Scottish firms in just three years
By Karen Peattie AN Aberdeen investment syndicate has invested over £2 million in Scottish companies and leveraged a further £40m through its co-investment partnership with Scottish Enterprise and other private equity and venture capital sources
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Upgrade and redesign prompts expansion for Scots medtech firm Aiber
By Karen Peattie SCOTS medical technology firm Aiber is to double its workforce on the back of an upgrade and redesign of its “carry onboard” solution to support medical emergencies, following six months of trials in collaboration with Boeing Executive
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What is today's Quordle? December 1 word puzzle hints and answer
December's arrived so don't admit defeat on today's Quordle puzzle, let us help you instead! Whether you've aced the music spin-off Heardle or you've got the film version Framed beat, it might be time to raise the stakes. Described by some
