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‘Emotional & overwhelmed’: Katarina Johnson-Thompson wins heptathlon silver in Paris
Katarina Johnson-Thompson admitted she was “grieving gold” but still celebrating after securing her first Olympic medal with heptathlon silver in Paris. The Liverpudlian led the way for much of the two-day competition, but after the morning’s javelin
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Back the board! Ex-Celt defends transfer strategy with Rangers overspending reminder
CHARLIE Mulgrew has defended the Celtic board’s cautious transfer strategy amid growing criticism from supporters about their lack of summer signings and predicted the Parkhead club’s major acquisitions will arrive at the end of August. The Scottish
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Toyosi Olusanya St Mirren UEFA Conference League suspension state of play
To receive our full, free St Mirren newsletter straight to your email inbox, click here. Stephen Robinson is hopeful St Mirren will have Toyosi Olusanya for the second leg against SK Brann after fears over a UEFA suspension. The goalscoring
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Balcombe shrugs off St Mirren vs Brann goal fury as he admits 'tactical injury'
To receive our full, free St Mirren newsletter straight to your email inbox, click here. St Mirren goalkeeper Ellery Balcombe has shrugged off furious SK Brann reactions over Toyosi Olusanya's late leveller in Paisley. The on-loan Brentford
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Owen Beck factor proves crucial to Dundee landing latest Liverpool starlet
Billy Koumetio has expressed his strong belief that joining Dundee from Liverpool is the “best step” for his burgeoning career. The 21-year-old central defender has signed a two-year contract with the Scottish Premiership club, leaving behind a
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Anti-racism demonstrators gather for counter-protests in Bathgate and Paisley
Anti-racism demonstrations have taken place in Scotland for the first time following the disorder elsewhere in the UK. The campaign group Stand Up To Racism Scotland (SUTRS) organised the counter-protests in the towns of Bathgate in West Lothian
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Former Manchester United favourite David de Gea ends year-long wait to find new club
David de Gea's 13-month search for a new club is finally over. The former Manchester United goalkeeper departed Old Trafford last summer, after failing to agree new contract terms. De Gea played 545 matches for United over a 12 year period
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'Skeletal': ScotRail reduces inner-city service to once every two hours
Concerns have been raised by a Glasgow MSP after ScotRail reduced the frequency of an inner-city rail service to once every two hours in the evenings. Last month, Scotland’s national rail operator cut services by more than a quarter as part of
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Energy giant hails milestone in Highland pumped storage project
Exploratory tunnelling at the site of what would be the UK’s first new large-scale pumped storage scheme in 40 years is complete. Perth-based SSE hailed completion of the 1.2km tunnel as the latest milestone in the energy giant’s Coire Glas project
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Why Callum McGregor was right to sacrifice Scotland to prolong Celtic future
After 63 caps, three goals and two major tournaments, Callum McGregor has brought the curtain down on his Scotland career. Finally, after churning out 50-plus games for what seems like his entire career, something has had to give for Celtic’s bionic
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Niamh Flanagan: Imane Khelif’s boxing gold poses so many questions
The women’s Olympic boxing championships are set to conclude this weekend. Two of the contests have attracted a disproportionate amount of attention in the preceding weeks: the women’s welterweight and featherweight divisions. Imane Khelif of the welterweight
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SPFL player apologises for sharing Tommy Robinson video on social media
St Johnstone have written an open letter to supporters amid Cameron MacPherson's controversial social media share - and promised that the player will be disciplined appropriately. The 25-year-old retweeted a video from renowned far-right activist
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Hospitality chain looks to consign year of turmoil to past
It has been a year of turmoil for Revolution Bars. But after months of battling for its survival, the future is looking brighter for the high-street cocktail bar chain. The company announced today that it has secured High Court approval for a restructuring
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Elena Sadiku on making SWPL history & setting new standards at Celtic
Elena Sadiku’s confidence rides on the right side of arrogance. At the risk of sounding condescending, it’s refreshing. Because while assuredness and, indeed, egotism are hardly in scant supply in men’s football, these traits aren’t always universal
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Union leaders to meet on Monday as new pay offer to avoid bin strike action received
Union leaders will meet on Monday to discuss an improved formal offer made to workers in a bid to avert bin strikes in Scotland. A 3.2% rise was previously rejected but Cosla have now revised that offer and they will receive at least 3.6% and for
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Rodgers explains O'Riley contingency plan and why Celtic need to strengthen
Hope for the best, prepare for the worst. That has been Brendan Rodgers' mantra this summer as vultures from across Europe’s top leagues have circled around midfielder Matt O’Riley. From a financial standpoint of course, banking around £25m or
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'We remain vigilant to the potential for disorder in Scotland' - Swinney
John Swinney has held further talks with police as authorities remain “vigilant” for potential disorder in Scotland following riots elsewhere in the UK. Scotland’s First Minister said there is “no place in Scotland for hatred of any kind” and has
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Neil Mackay: SNP is reduced to late-night booty-call for promiscuous voters
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. On the surface, it should have been a good week for the SNP. Without having to even make the point, the party could bask in the stark differences between Scottish nationalism
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'The Peking duck pancakes could easily feed three, but you'll find it hard to share'
Reflected in our mirrored table, so far occupied only by two pairs of chopsticks perched ready for action, are the thousands of pink petals of a cherry blossom tree which stretches overhead. It’s one of many that decorate the space in Tattu, an
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Exotic fruit smoothie is perfect for warm summer mornings (remember them?)
I've got something super-refreshing and healthy this week. I love exotic fruit flavours and this smoothie packs a few of them into one. It's perfect for these warm summer mornings in the sun. Ingredients Serves 2 6 x Passion fruits
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Jupiter Rising, an art and music festival, set in iconic landscape of Jupiter Artland
‘Symbol of Times’ 10-25 August. Entry free. Various locations across Edinburgh, see website for details. Celebrating the 20th birthday of the Edinburgh Art Festival, Vadim Grigoryan has selected ten pieces of work to display in this exhibition
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Gerard Richardson: I'm a simple guy when it comes to whites but there’s so much more
As it was white wine day last week, I tasted quite a few of... guess what? If you guessed white wine then well done. Now, I'm normally a simple guy when it comes to whites, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blancs and Rieslings, but there’s so much more out
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What is more dead? The bear dumped in Central Park or the reputation of US politics
Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance have endured a rotten week on the campaign trail, overtaken in the polls by the Kamala Harris campaign and overshadowed on the stump by the arrival of her folksy running mate Tim “Coach/Cool Dad” Walz.
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Herald Diary: The bronze medallist who was brassed off
Going for gold A SKATEBOARDER who came third at the Paris Olympics has been moaning about the quality of his bronze medal. Nyjah Huston from the USA says it already looks scuffed, with bits chipping off. The Diary’s elite squad of athletes
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Stephen White joins Scottish Rugby as independent non-executive director
Scottish Rugby have announced the appointment of Stephen White as an independent non-executive director, marking a significant addition to the board as the organisation aims to enhance its strategic direction. With over 30 years of banking experience
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Rodgers hopeful of Celtic return for Adam Idah as he discusses transfer timeline
Brendan Rodgers remains hopeful that a deal can be struck with Norwich City to bring Adam Idah to Celtic before the end of the transfer window. The clubs are locked in negotiations with Celtic hoping that a fee of around £6m will be enough to bring
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Island attraction turns to new technology to help preserve its heritage
A volunteer-run attraction and community landmark on the Isle of Lewis is harnessing new technology to help safeguard the cultural legacy of its historically important exhibits and enhance visitor experience. The Ravenspoint Centre Museum, which
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Aberdeen newbie desperate to make debut as Thelin addresses 'intense' Miovski rumours
Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin has emphasised that Bojan Miovski remains in his plans for the upcoming Scottish Premiership match against St Mirren this weekend, despite the continued transfer interest in his star player. The 25-year-old striker
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Health board fined £64k over psychiatric patient suicide
A health board has been fined more than £60,000 after it was prosecuted over the death of a patient who took his life at a psychiatric hospital. NHS Grampian has been ordered to pay a total of £64,500 after pleading guilty to breaches of health
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Alison Rowat: Dog perfume is the latest thing - now that's what I call barking mad
If you are Christmas shopping this weekend (what do you mean you haven’t started?), be sure to get your paws on Fefe, a new perfume for dogs by Dolce & Gabbana. Named after Domenico Dolce’s beloved poodle, the perfume costs £85 and is certified
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Warning over back-to-school spike in children hospitalised with asthma attacks
The number of children being taken to hospital with asthma attacks could soar in Scotland after the schools return, a charity has warned. Statistics from Asthma and Lung UK Scotland show, over the past eight years, hospital admissions for children
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UK Government must shoulder blame for the attainment gap
There was some dismay this week when the publication of this year’s exam results showed that the attainment gap for Highers has risen to its highest level since the new qualifications were introduced. Read our report here 👈 The findings sparked
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Property featured on Scotland's Home of the Year goes up for sale
Occupying a picturesque half-acre garden and riverside setting in the Dumfries and Galloway countryside near Castle Douglas, Spottes Mill is a unique contemporary house created from a former grain store. Built using a mix of original and locally
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Resurgence in direct mail paves the way for expansion of Argyllshire business
A Dunoon business is planning a new phase of expansion that is expected to double its headcount within the next two years as customers benefit from its direct mail campaigns. CX Services – which also handles order fulfilment, call centre outsourcing
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Atlantic-conquering brothers take to The Minch ahead of Pacific adventure
They have conquered the Atlantic using nothing but their own rowing power, but now three intrepid brothers are calling on the wild waters of Scotland to prepare for their next adventure. Maclean brothers Jamie, Ewan and Lachlan broke three world
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Is haggis Scotland's best delicacy? This celebrity author thinks so
Author Chris Brookmyre shares his 'best bits' of Scotland BEST BEACH Probably my most treasured experience on a beach in Scotland was on Colonsay. I was at the book festival there a few years ago and someone suggested that I drive up to see
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John Swinney demands crackdown on disinformation and racism in social media letter
John Swinney has written to social media giants to tell them ‘immediate action’ must be taken to crack down on disinformation and racism on their websites following concerns it has exacerbated tensions in other parts of the country. The First Minister
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The ultimate feelgood book? Charming novel about a Scots widow's unlikely friendship
BUCKET LIST Russell Jones (Polygon, £9.99) The blossoming friendship between a teenage boy and an old lady would, for many, bring to mind 1971’s Harold & Maude, a film explicitly referenced a couple of times in Bucket List to pre-empt suspicions
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In a cloudy economy, Scottish tech could be a ray of sunlight
As we trudge through yet another disappointingly dreary Scottish summer, it’s easy to let the vitamin D deficiency affect your mood. But it’s not just the weather that’s feeling a little gloomy at the moment. Despite the recent election result
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Letters: Thank goodness: The British have shown once again that they have a backbone
THE appearance of anti-racist protesters in large numbers on the streets of so many large conurbations must have served somewhat in restoring our faith in the essential goodness and integrity of what we have always called the silent majority. There
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Cannabis worth £1.26 million seized in drugs bust in Tayside
Drugs worth £1.26million have been recovered from three separate properties in Tayside after reports to police from members of the public. The three addresses were raided and detectives seized plants and Police Scotland have thanked the public
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Glasgow city centre population increases by third as plan to meet 40k target on track
Glasgow’s city centre population has risen by a third over the last thirteen years, new figures show. The number of people calling the city centre home has increased from 21,185 in 2011 to 28,341. Councillor Angus Millar, Convener for City
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Pubs giant puts restaurant and bar at 'popular' shopping park on market
A prominent restaurant and bar at a Scottish retail park has been put on the market. CDLH Creevy Darroch said it has been instructed by pubs giant Mitchells and Butlers to seek a tenant “or possibly a purchaser” for the premises. The Leven
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'One of the nice ones': Linchpin of Scottish comedy scene dies
Ron Bain Born: March 12, 1945; Died: August 5, 2024 Ron Bain, who has died aged 79, was an actor and a theatre and television director. But more importantly he was an almost unique person in showbusiness in that he was universally loved
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Paradise is a golden Scots beach with millions of seashells on secret peninsula
Endurance cyclist Emily Chappell on her love for Mellon Udrigle, Wester Ross Where is it? A tiny clachan called Mellon Udrigle, hidden away along a dead-end road on the Rubha Mor peninsula in Wester Ross. There’s not much there - just a scattering
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Bin strikes could be averted as union leaders 'hopeful' over pay deal
Bin strikes in Scotland could be averted with union leaders ‘hopeful’ that the additional funding put on the able by Scottish ministers can see an agreement reached. However, Chris Mitchell – GMB Scotland's waste convenor at Glasgow City Council
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Famous John Singer Sargent painting returns to Edinburgh after world tour
A world-renowned painting has returned to the Scottish capital and is back on display for the public to see. The painting is said to be the most recognisable portrait of fashionable London society in the late 19th century and has now been welcomed
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Day 14 of the Paris Olympics: Toby ‘the Terminator’ Roberts in action
It’s the final Friday of the Paris Olympics and there are 35 gold medals up for grabs. Team GB are hoping to land some of those, with good chances again at the athletics and cycling. However, could history be made by Toby ‘the Terminator’ Roberts
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Katarina Johnson-Thompson takes day one lead but warns ‘it’s not over yet’
Katarina Johnson-Thompson declared “it’s not over yet” but admitted she was delighted with day one of the Olympic heptathlon competition after finishing top of the pack. The reigning world champion enters day two with a combined 4055 points, 48
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32 death notices and funeral announcements from The Herald
The Herald has published 32 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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World Pipe Band Championships to include Hong Kong for first time
Bagpipers from Hong Kong will perform at the World Pipe Band Championships for the first time next week as Glasgow gears up to host the event. More than 7,000 musicians are expected to attend the festival, wearing approximately 30 miles of tartan
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Turkish-built Calmac ferry 'delayed by two months'
The first of Calmac’s new ferries being built in Turkey will be delivered late, it has emerged. MV Isle of Islay was to be handed over by mid-October, but the date has now been put back to the end of the year due to problems with at the Cemre
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After driving fans to boos, how can injury hit Motherwell shock Rangers again?
This is an excerpt from this week's Claret and Amber Alert, a free Motherwell newsletter written by Graeme McGarry that goes out every Thursday at 6pm. To sign up, click here. I was fortunate enough to be invited into hospitality for the match
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Can Cyriel Dessers earn Rangers respect and become Scotland's top striker?
Just saying the name of Cyriel Dessers provokes strong reactions from people. From Celtic fans, it has tended to be laughter. From Rangers fans, there would usually be a shake of the head, before they would repeat his name prefaced with words like
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Whether it's gold or silver for Imane Khelif, the controversy will continue
Of the 329 gold medals contested at Paris 2024, few have generated more interest than one which will be awarded today. This evening, Imane Khelif will box to become Olympic female welterweight champion. Of the millions who have an interest
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Letters: Give credit where it's due: let's focus on what Scottish education does well
“SCOTTISH education has changed visibly, but not noticeably for the better,” was the response to this year’s SQA results. Oh wait, no it wasn’t. This is actually the verdict of James Scotland, in a 1982 article, "Scottish Education, 1952-1982".
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Mark McGeoghegan: Enough is enough. We must bring social media giants to heel
Mob violence has many fathers. It is a complex and often confusing phenomenon, both organised and disorganised, both intentional and unthinking. The causes of the far-right rioting and - let us be unequivocal about the nature of these acts - the political
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Andy Maciver: The gap we need to close is the opportunity gap
Over the last few weeks, since the departure of Joe Biden from this year’s Presidential race and his replacement with Kamala Harris, there has been rather more scrutiny of the Vice President’s platform. Ms Harris is not a particularly good orator
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Stephen Camley on ... Humza's Green 'F*** up'
Today's cartoon from Steven Camley. You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0141 302 7000 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Stephen Robinson shuts down St Mirren vs Brann 'fair play' poser in tense exchange
Stephen Robinson shut down a question on whether St Mirren's equaliser against SK Brann was "fair play" in a tense exchange with the Norwegian press. Club officials from Brann were left furious over the circumstances surrounding Toyosi Olusanya's
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Chamber chief: Ministers must do more to support Glasgow Airport
The Scottish Government has been urged to address the lack of flights connecting Glasgow with the US. Stuart Patrick, chief executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, has welcomed the publication by ministers of a new aviation strategy for Scotland
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Scottish green energy firm secures largest hydrogen power deal in its history
Hydrogen power specialist Logan Energy has won a multi-million pound contract to fuel a fleet of zero emission buses in the Czech Republic. Edinburgh-based Logan will supply equipment to a Czech Republic contractor, ČEZ ESCO, that will see ten
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Stuart Patrick: Aviation strategy must do more for west of Scotland
By Stuart Patrick It has been some time coming, but the Scottish Government has finally completed the consultation it began in October 2021 on an Aviation Strategy for Scotland. Published late last month, we now have an Aviation Statement explaining
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Historic hotel 'ideally situated in the affluent west end' put on market
A B-listed hotel that was built as the home of a Scottish textile baron has been put on the market. Christie & Co said the Scots baronial-style mansion has been used for a variety of purposes throughout its history. Set within mature landscaped
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Shortlist revealed for the Glasgow Business Awards 2024
More than 80 individuals and organisations have been named as finalists across 14 categories in this year's Glasgow Business Awards. The shortlisted entries have been revealed this morning by the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, which runs the awards
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Persimmon buoyed by market optimism and consumer confidence
ONE of the UK’s largest housebuilders has lifted its forecasts for the year amid improving consumer confidence and summer optimism following planning reforms announced by the new UK Government after Labour’s victory in last month’s General Election
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Historic Dunbar buildings once home to saddlery for sale
A portfolio of historic buildings in Dunbar, including the town’s first iron beam construction, double-windowed shop, has been put up for sale with a price-tag of nearly £500,000. The buildings at 7-9 West Port date from the late 19th century and
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Scottish Government announces funding to attract young people to entrepreneur careers
The Scottish Government has made hundreds of thousands of pounds available for projects that encourage young people to choose entrepreneurship as a career. Up to £885,000 is being made available to inspire the next generation of business owners