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Duncan Scott overtakes Sir Chris Hoy as Scotland’s most decorated Olympian
Tributes have been paid to swimmer Duncan Scott as he became Scotland’s most decorated Olympian on a day that saw several medals for British athletes. Scott claimed his eighth Olympic medal by bagging silver in the men’s 200 metres individual medley
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Stephen Robinson provides St Mirren injury boost as transfer state of play explained
Stephen Robinson has revealed St Mirren could be boosted by the return of Caolan Boyd-Munce and Mika Mandron against Hibernian. The duo missed the Conference League qualifying triumph over Valur on Thursday as they nursed knocks. However, the
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'Weeks later, I'm still dreaming of Edinbane Lodge and the Isle of Skye'
The journey from Glasgow to Skye has done a fabulous job of ramping up anticipation for an overnight stay and dinner at Edinbane Lodge. The city slowly melts away into rolling hills and greenery as the satnav guides us dutifully to a small village
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'Just as well you had a pushy mother': How Andy Murray maintained tennis longevity
Judy Murray has jumped onto her son Andy's retirement comments to suggest she was the one who kept the Scottish tennis hero at such high standards. An evidently emotional Andy lost in the men's doubles quarter-final alongside Dan Evans at the Paris
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Scottish trad supergroup kick off Innis & Gunn Mound takeover at Fringe
Scottish trad supergroup Manran kicked off a huge Innis & Gunn takeover on Edinburgh’s Mound which will see an amazing line-up of acts throughout the Fringe Festival. Hundreds of Scots piled onto the Mound on Thursday as they enjoyed an hour-long
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Less is more for Lawrie as Scot takes route 66 to top of PGA Seniors Championship
They do like a racket at golf tournaments these days. As Paul Lawrie hovered over a short putt to equal the course record on day two of the Staysure PGA Seniors Championship, the warblings of a young singer from the entertainment stage of the nearby
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Johnnie Walker Princes Street to host 'unmissable' Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows
Now in its third year of Edinburgh Festival Fringe sponsorship, Johnnie Walker Princes Street is preparing to host a series of 'unmissable' events from local performers this summer. Kicking off the programme of Fringe events, which will be held
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What Djokovic, Federer and Nadal had to say about Scottish tennis hero Andy Murray
Tennis legends Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer came together to pay heartfelt tributes to Andy Murray following his retirement from the sport - and there's one key theme that stands out with every message. The lad from Dunblane was
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St Mirren thrown out SPFL Trust Trophy after 'fielding unregistered player'
St Mirren have been thrown out of the SPFL Trust Trophy after fielding an unregistered player. The Paisley club's B team had beaten Berwick Rangers in the first round in midweek. Goals from Ethan Sutherland, Evan Mooney and Theo McCormick saw
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Counting up the cost of a banking mega-deal
Virgin Money, owner of the former Clydesdale Bank, has today confirmed that its acquisition by Nationwide Building Society remains on course to complete by the end of this year in a deal that that will generate millions for firms working with the two
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I failed to appreciate why the Isle of Skye is so enchanting until now
This article appears as part of the Food Matters newsletter. I’m ashamed to admit that until very recently, I failed to appreciate just how special one of Scotland’s most famous tourist destinations is. The Isle of Skye. I’d seen the movies
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Man arrested over fatal crash which left pensioner dead
A 54-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a crash that left a pensioner dead last year. Robert Shira-Gibb was rushed to hospital after being struck by a flatbed vehicle at around 6pm on Tuesday, December 19. The 84
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Blue cheese, apple walnut & pomegranate salad - perfect for a summer day
This is a beautiful salad to accompany those sunny afternoons with the barbecue, with a mixture of fruit, nuts and creamy blue cheese it’s the perfect summer salad. Ingredients: Serves 4+ Dressing 2 tablespoons balsamic ½ tablespoon
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Herald Diary: So farewell, then, Andy. Here's how to enjoy your R&R...
Endgame THE Diary was sad to hear of Andy Murray’s retirement. Though it’s good news for all those snooty English tennis commentators, who can now happily forget the mighty Scotsman ever dominated the Wimbledon turf, meaning they can return
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Gerard Richardson: I've never had a poor wine from the Napa and I've tried plenty
I was well and truly in my comfort zone last week, tasting a range of reds and whites from the Napa Valley, California's sun-kissed belt of wonderful vineyards. There were no disappointments, in fact truth be told, I've never once had a poor wine
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Aberdeen suffer another major injury blow as Jimmy Thelin's midfield options dwindle
Aberdeen's Scottish Premiership preparations have faced another setback with the news that Leighton Clarkson's shoulder injury may sideline him for the first two months of the season. The 22-year-old midfielder, shined during the Dons' recent Premier
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American Irish inspired venue the Boston Bar to open in Edinburgh
A classic American Irish bar is set to open in the Scottish capital this autumn. The team behind Freddy’s in Edinburgh has announced the new venture The Boston Bar, which is set to open in September. The fresh new venue located at 104 Hanover
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Neil Mackay: Labour has just thrown a drowning SNP a lifeline for Holyrood 2026
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. This week began with what seemed a clear sign that Labour was set to tighten the screw on the SNP, boxing nationalists in, and smoothing the way to a possible Anas Sarwar
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Is this Scottish town really 'the best place to live in the UK'? We went to find out
In search of a destination that defines ‘the best of’, Robin McKelvie takes North Berwick at its word by living like a bona fide VIP . . . and discovers a seaside town that lives up to stardom There is something about North Berwick. Well, there
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Police launch Edinburgh Festival safety campaign as millions set to visit capital
Police in Edinburgh have launched an annual campaign to keep people safe throughout the Edinburgh International Festival as the number of visitors is set to soar. Festival season in the Scottish Capital has kicked off after last night’s Military
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Garry Scott: No wonder motorcyclist death rates on our roads are rising
Scotland has some of the best roads in Europe for motorcyclists. Within a few miles of our towns and cities, we have relatively quiet roads that unfurl across spectacular scenery with the sort of sweeping corners and open straights which make any rider's
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'Heads should roll' over 'pandemic' of Scots ferry fiascos as new delay emerges
A new row has erupted as the delivery of the first of the already wildly-delayed ferries being built at state-owned Ferguson Marine shipyard was pushed back by a further six weeks ensuring that it will not be available for the summer timetable.
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Moaning about services? Sorry, SNP, but the solution's in your own hands
There is much to debate on the political scene north and south of the Border at the moment, with Labour’s surprise withdrawal of the winter fuel payment to all but the poorest pensioners and the impending bin workers’ strike the major talking points
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‘Wonderful’ moment as zoo welcomes arrival of first cheetah for 24 years
A zookeeper has described as “wonderful” the arrival of the first cheetah at Edinburgh Zoo for nearly a quarter of a century. Five-year-old Cleo arrived at the zoo from Fota Wildlife Park in Ireland on Thursday, and she is currently settling into
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Vast majority of Scottish graduates credit college with preparing them for job market
More than 80 percent of Scottish graduates believe college education prepared them sufficiently for entering the job market. A new study commissioned by Glasgow Kelvin College as part of their National Opportunity Day campaign found that 62% of
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Scots charity launches service to help care-experienced youngsters live independently
One of Scotland’s leading children’s charity has launched a new service to help young people who have lived in care manage their own homes and live independently. Barnardo’s has launched the new scheme – South Lanarkshire Futures – which will be
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William Hill host launch party for record-breaking SPFL deal
William Hill celebrated their record-breaking five-year partnership with the SPFL with a launch event of their new HQ in Glasgow. It also included a behind-the-scenes look at the set of their new William Hill SPFL preview show, the Warm-Up, which
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Calls for 'greatest ever' Andy Murray to be honoured after retirement
The Scottish Parliament has been asked to support a motion calling on Holyrood to honour the achievements and legacy of Andy Murray. The motion has been table by Alba’s Ash Regan, who is the party’s leader at Holyrood, and called on the Scottish
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Lawrence Donegan: Can Trump derail Kamala Harris bandwagon? It doesn't look like it
On Tuesday, Kamala Harris will get out of bed and head out to the campaign trail accompanied by her freshly-minted running mate, whose identity will be revealed the day before. Currently, most of the speculation is centred around Mark Kelly, a former
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One of CalMac's oldest ferries to be scrapped in November
One of state-owned ferry operator CalMac's oldest ferries is to be retired in November as it looks to "modernise" its ferry fleet. CalMac said 39-year-old MV Hebridean Isles if it were to be retained would need a "significant programme of work
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Police launch course to address ‘harsh reality’ of Scotland’s bike deaths
Motorcyclist deaths in Scotland have increased by 80 per cent this year, and Police Scotland have launched plans to improve rider safety. A motorcyclist course that gives tips on better riding will be available across the country this month and
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Letters: Glasgow residents need this park much more than they need yet more flats
WE are grateful your journalist Marissa MacWhirter has sparked a debate on the building of 109 apartments on the site - currently a car park - of a famous mural on Ingram Street, Glasgow ("Listen up, nimbys: What Glasgow needs is people - not yet another
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'I was spiked, drugged, and so many close friends had had it happen too'
Lockdown was a strange experience for everyone. But it was strangest of all, perhaps, for authors – those people who already spend their days pacing floors, albeit ones carpeted by their own imaginations. The writing, editing and publishing of
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Sorry Kevin, but Christianity must not be used as a cloak to roll back trans rights
In last week’s Herald Kevin McKenna seemed to rail against LGBT+ rights, including gay marriage, the existence of the trans community and the right of all young people in Scotland to access an LGBT+ inclusive education ("This survey exposes the SNP's
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I am a fish out of water in this Highland adventure break - and I love it
Loch Rannoch looks calm and still as I eagerly trot down to the water. “Don’t worry,” I say airily to Lloyd, leisure manager at the Loch Rannoch Hotel, who has been persuaded at the last minute into coming for a wild swim with me, “I reckon we’ll only
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Watch: Scotland's new swing bridge in first operational tests
A drone has captured footage of a new bridge across the River Clyde in its final stages of completion. The video shows how the £30m Govan-Partick swing bridge will look in operation as it undergoes tests. The bridge is being created under a
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Virgin Money lending slows as Nationwide takeover looms
Customer lending by Virgin Money slowed in recent months as the owner of the former Clydesdale Bank prepares to be taken over in a £2.9 billion mega-deal by Nationwide Building Society. In what will likely be its final reporting period as an independent
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Alison Rowat: Mhairi Black trades politics for comedy. How is it going?
As you recover from another hard week at work or leisure, spare a thought, please, for those former MPs now trying to find a new path in life. Mhairi Black is one. After deciding not to stand again, the ex-MP is trying her hand as a stand-up comedian
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23 death notices and funeral announcements from The Herald
The Herald has published 23 death notices in the last 7 days. Every week, The Herald publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages
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11-year-old girl airlifted to hospital after crash involving tanker on Isle of Lewis
An 11-year-old girl was airlifted to hospital after a three-vehicle crash involving a tanker on the Isle of Lewis this week. Officers are appealing for information after the child and two other adults were taken to Western Isles Hospital yesterday
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'Enchanting' light show launches in botanical garden
Offering something a little different this summer, St Andrews Botanic Garden are showcasing ‘All The Trees’, the first of two light installations with the internationally renowned Studio Lemercier. This is part of St Andrews Botanic Garden’s ‘
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Co-op opens first store in Scotland with petrol forecourt firm EG On The Move
A brand new service station and Co-op store has opened in Glasgow, forming part of a new franchise agreement between the convenience retailer and the petrol forecourt business, EG On The Move. Nitshill Services – located at the Nitshill Interchange
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Mark Ewen reveals 'full circle' moment as Glasgow Hydro PFL opponent confirmed
Mark Ewen recalls first setting eyes on the OVO Hydro two years ago. It's a Monday night with rapper Dave headlining at the Glasgow venue. The only image racing through MMA breakout star Ewen's mind, though, is taking centre stage himself one day.
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Meghan Gallacher becomes first woman to enter Scottish Tory contest
Meghan Gallacher has become the first woman to enter the Scottish Conservative leadership contest. Ms Gallacher is the third MSP to throw her hat into the ring in the race which follows Douglas Ross's announcement of his resignation during the
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Pictures: Military Tattoo performance kicks off Edinburgh Festival season
Thousands gathered in the Scottish Capital last night as festival season was officially launched. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo previewed on Thursday evening at Edinburgh Castle, while the Edinburgh Festival Fringe officially launched today
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Government cuts £800m funding for new Edinburgh University supercomputer
The new Labour Government has shelved £1.3 billion of “unfunded” investment for UK tech and AI projects promised by the previous Conservative government. The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) said no new funding for the programmes
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'Check before you travel': ScotRail issues advice for Edinburgh Festivals attendees
ScotRail communications director David Ross has advised people travelling to the Edinburgh festivals by train to “check before you travel,” with a temporary timetable meaning there will be fewer services than usual in August. Speaking on BBC’s
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Tramway to host bumper edition of Scotland’s largest contemporary art market
Scotland’s biggest contemporary art market is to return in October. Art Car Boot Sale will take place on Saturday, October 27, at Tramway, marking the first time this popular event in Scotland’s art calendar will use this expansive venue in Glasgow
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Man killed in three-vehicle collision in Lanarkshire named by police
A 50-year-old man who died in a three-vehicle crash in North Lanarkshire has been named by police. The man had been driving a Ford Transit flat bed van when it was involved in a collision with a red HGV and a black Mini Cooper two weeks ago.
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July shop footfall ‘feeble’ as Scots prioritise eating out and holidays
Footfall in Scottish shops in July was “feeble” according to a leading retail body, with Scots prioritising “experiences, eating out and holidays” over shopping trips. The number of visitors to Scottish shops fell 2.3% in July compared to the same
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe begins with more than 3,500 shows on offer
One of Scotland’s most anticipated arts festivals has launched, with more than 3,500 shows planned across the month. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe officially launched on Friday and will run until August 26, with artists from 58 countries set to
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Tributes to Andy Murray pour in as his career ends with Olympic defeat
Andy Murray has been described as a “true British great” as his tennis career ended with defeat in the quarter-finals of the Olympic men’s doubles. Twenty-one years after his first professional match, Sir Andy’s hopes of a medal-winning swansong
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7500 homes for those in need wiped out in 'disastrous' Scots housing emergency crash
Scotland is facing a 'disastrous' slump in the number of homes being planned for those in need - with 7500 being wiped out of future and past plans in the nation's housing emergency, the Herald can reveal. According to an analysis by the Scotland's
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Social media isn't real life but English riots prove its effects are real
Are you, dear reader, coconut-pilled? Do you exist in the context of all in which you live and what came before you? Are you, as the presumptive Democratic Party nominee for President, Kamala Harris put it, unburdened by what has been? Are you, like
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Andy Maciver: Benefits should be for people who need them, not people who want them
HELLE Thorning-Schmidt, the former Prime Minister of Denmark, last month appeared on the Leading version of The Rest is Politics podcast, hosted by Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart. Ms Thorning-Schmidt belongs to the Socialdemokratiet, in effect
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Letters: Reeves is crying wolf to justify the tax rises to come
THE Bank of England announces an interest rate cut and at the same time forecasts growth in the UK at 1.25% for this year ("'I hope this will provide some relief for businesses'", heraldscotland, August 1). This is a higher rate than previously forecast
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10 Scottish swim adventures that go beyond wild swimming
Once upon a time, it was enough to go for a quick dip at your nearest beach and call yourself a wild swimmer. But Scotland's restless tribes of swimmers are now looking for more than that: other experiences to add into the mix. As an author
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Historic Scots quarry firm swoops for Fife business
A historic Ayrshire quarry firm has bolstered its presence in the market with an acquisition that takes its headcount to nearly 400 people. Hillhouse Group, which was established in Troon in 1907, has taken over Fife-based Skene Groupn Construction
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Next raises profit target as retailer bucks trend again
FASHION and homewares chain Next saw shares surge more than 8% as the high-street bellwether lifted profit guidance after beating city forecasts in its first half with results boosted by better weather in July and a strong overseas performance.
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Scots hotel with 'stunning' west coast setting appoints new boss
A new general manager has been appointed at Airds Hotel in Port Appin. The hotel declared it has ushered in a new era with the recruitment of Katie Tuddenham. Ms Tuddenham joins the hotel with more than 20 years of senior hotel management, having
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'Not an easy decision' as family of Scottish football legend to sell pub he founded
A family is to sell a "cherished" pub and restaurant founded more than three decades ago by a Scottish football legend. The family of the late former player has put the "highly popular" city premises on the market. Christie & Co said it has
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Scottish firm secures £35m contract with Glasgow City Council
Networking and connectivity specialist Commsworld has secured a new contract worth more than £35 million over five years to provide its services to Glasgow City Council. The contract is said to be one of the largest in the history of Edinburgh-based
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Government's biggest challenge is not just growth - it is giving hope to young people
By Colin McLean Government focus in Westminster is now on finance and growth, but not all the big UK challenges are economic. The election highlighted the despair amongst many younger adults - struggling in their 20s and 30s - to make the progress
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Spending surge recorded across Scotland's largest train stations
Spending on food, beverages, groceries and other retail items at Scotland's two busiest train stations soared in the first quarter of this year, leading the way in the portfolio of properties managed by Network Rail Property. Like-for-like sales
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Glasgow's museum collection centre to get £1.9m cash boost for energy efficiency
The Glasgow Museum Resource Centre (GMRC) is set for a cash injection of £1.9 million to improve its energy efficiency. THE GMRC is the store for the city’s museum collections when they are not on display across various venues. Glasgow Life
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Free tuition is becoming ‘increasingly problematic’ for Scottish universities
Academic leaders have questioned the viability of the UK university system, expressing particular concerns about how Scotland’s student fee structure is putting an “unsustainable” strain on students and institutions. “Higher, Further or Tertiary