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West Ham manager congratulates 'very talented' Andy Irving on shock Scotland call-up
West Ham United manager Julen Lopetegui admitted he was not familiar with Andy Irving when he took the job in May. This was a common sentiment among many Scotland fans as well, who were somewhat surprised by Irving's inclusion in the national team
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Clark – Valakari appointment ‘not just the usual merry-go-round’
St Johnstone’s ownership have shown their intent to break from the status-quo with their latest managerial appointment. Not only is Simo Valakari the club’s first-ever foreign manager - he also wins trophies. The Finn has won six major honours
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'The nightmare is over': CAS reduces Paul Pogba's doping ban to 18 months
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba said his “nightmare is over” after his four-year doping ban was reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The 31-year-old was sanctioned in March, having been provisionally suspended in September
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Scott McTominay continues to light up Serie A as Scotland star scores again
A Scotland star opened the scoring within 25 seconds in a Serie A clash this evening. Scott McTominay made the £25million summer switch to Napoli, leaving behind boyhood heroes Manchester United for pastures new, and he hasn't looked back.
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Bodies of two women discovered at property in Aberdeen
An investigation is underway after the bodies of two women were discovered at a property in Aberdeen. Police received a report concern for an individual at a house in the city's Cloverleaf Grange on Wednesday at around 3.50pm. Officers attended
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Scot voices anger as family evacuated from Lebanon without mother
The family of two UK teenagers evacuated from Lebanon have shared their anger with the Government after their non-British mother was blocked from boarding the flight with them. David Hardie, a 36-year-old from Carluke, South Lanarkshire, told the
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Landmark hotels in Highland towns sold in major deal
Three hotels in Scotland, and one in Wales, have been sold. The four hotels have been acquired by Bespoke Hotels, from Coast & Country Hotels, with the sale conduced by Christie & Co. The hotels sold are the Caledonian Hotel in Fort William
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Scot lays down the Law as he boosts tour survival push in Dunhill Links Championship
Until the golf writers put the finishing touches to our groundbreaking teleportation pod – we’ve lost the Allen Key and can’t tighten the screws – the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship will always remain something of a guddle. You can’t, after
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Prominent Glasgow hospitality site up for grabs after company failure
A prominent hospitality location in Glasgow city centre has come on to the market, following the collapse of a major industry player. The lease for the former 63rd + 1st bar and restaurant on Bothwell Street has reverted to the landlord after Hostmore
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'Football is mad': Shinnie on Aberdeen and Hearts' ever-changing fortunes
Aberdeen captain Graeme Shinnie reflected on the unpredictable nature of football as his team prepares to face Heart of Midlothian this Sunday. Hearts ended the 2023/24 season 20 points ahead of the Dons, who endured a turbulent campaign and managed
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Boris Johnson 'almost drowned' in Scotland after being attacked by midges
Boris Johnson almost drowned while on holiday in Scotland after being attacked by midges, according to an extract of his memoir. Writing in his book, Mr Johnson recalls how he travelled to a remote cottage on the Isle of Skye for a short holiday
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Ten arrested over alleged historical abuse at residential school in Ayrshire
Prosecutors are examining reports into 10 people arrested in connection with alleged abuse at a residential school in Ayrshire. Kerelaw Residential School in Stevenston was a secure establishment for vulnerable or troubled youngsters until 2004
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Live luxuriously at all-inclusive gated community for seniors in Clarkston
A LUXURY gated community on the southern outskirts of Glasgow is aiming to redefine senior living. The first of its kind in Scotland, Northcare Residences in Clarkston brings a new level of style and service to assisted living. The development
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Neil Mackay: No, Russell, it’s not indy that’s dead - it’s your joke of a party
Unlike his absurd predecessor, Douglas Ross, I have great respect for the new Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay. He was an exemplary journalist. There’s an affinity between the work he did investigating organised crime and the work I’ve done
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This could be the perfect weekend brunch
This tasty snack is the perfect mid-week quick tea or weekend brunch recipe and is so moreish it will be something you want to make over and over again. Ingredients • 200g fresh king prawns – raw • 6 garlic cloves • 4tbsp olive oil
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'It's almost as if the grapes have been put on steroids'
Have you ever tried an Australian Sangiovese or Tempranillo? If you haven’t then you really should because these classics from Tuscany and Rioja produce cracking alternative styles and this old guy is a big fan. Along with a host of other Italian
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Snow patch deemed ‘barometer for climate change’ melts for fourth year in a row
A once-permanent patch of snow in the Highlands has melted for the fourth year in a row – for the first time in recorded history. The Sphinx, a snow patch on the UK’s third highest mountain, Braeriach in the Cairngorms, is a “vestige” of the last
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Parents feel vindicated after council agrees to review school transport criteria
North Lanarkshire Council has agreed to establish a working group to review its criteria for assessing school transportation and walking routes and ensure child safety is "placed as the number one priority" after months of assuring families that their
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For pity's sake, let us have our Gaelic
Broadcaster and journalist Andrew Marr caused a stir last week when he said Scotland’s Gaelic signs were “offensive”. 👉 Read our report here Yesterday, our columnist Brian Wilson wrote of the long struggle to keep the language alive. 👉
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Airline launches two new routes from Scotland to 'magnificent' country
Airline and package holiday operator Jet2 has revealed it is to launch two new routes from Scotland. The new routes are part of its “biggest-ever” Greek programme. Jet2 said that it would, in summer 2026, operate flights from Edinburgh to the
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Court verdict on FIFA’s transfer rules will ‘change football landscape’
A court decision on FIFA’s transfer rules will “change the landscape of professional football”, world players’ union FIFPRO has said. The European Court of Justice has found some of the rules imposed by the global governing body are contrary to
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Diego Maradona and the battle over his remains tells us something about death
In a court ruling in Buenos Aires this week, it was decided that the remains of one Diego Armando Maradona will be disinterred and moved to a mausoleum currently under construction in the city. The late footballer is revered in Argentina, with
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Project celebrating Scotland's first black footballer among library prize nominees
The National Library of Scotland in Glasgow is one of four that have been nominated for the Scottish Library and Information Council’s Project Excellence Award. It has been nominated for its ‘Fitba Research Club: Andrew Watson’s Legacies’ project
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This winter will be worse in A&E departments than last, warns top doctor
Scotland’s emergency departments will likely fare worse this winter than last, a top doctor has said. A&E waiting times in August were the worst on record for that month, with more than a third of patients seeking emergency treatment waiting
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Analysing heavy Rangers defeat won't get any easier for John Souttar
The second viewing on Friday morning would not have been any easier to watch than the first one was to live through on Thursday evening. The result, of course, will not have changed in favour of Rangers. Last week, Philippe Clement’s side reported
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Lennie Pennie: True crime like Netflix's Menendez Brothers is a dangerous obsession
I was on the train the other day and couldn't help but overhear a discussion about a new TV show. It was a documentary, true crime, one I'd been meaning to catch up on as soon as a screen became available on the much coveted single device familial
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Outlander actor stars in Scottish distillery's immersive visitor experience
A historic Scottish distillery has hailed the debut of its immersive theatre experience featuring Outlander and Taggart actors. Charting the distillery history from its origin story to the present day, the actors brought “more than two centuries
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'Sunset dipped the Hebridean island in golden sunlight. It was absolutely magical'
My Favourite Place by travel writer and podcaster Kathi Kamleitner Where is it? Canna, one of the four main islands in the Small Isles, just south of Skye. The ferry leaves from Mallaig and Canna is the furthest away, so you get the added benefit
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Garden has 19 magnificent yews which are more than 800 years old
Ellon Castle Gardens Schoolhill Road Ellon AB41 9AH On Sunday, the green lawns of Ellon Castle Gardens will host an Apple Day when fruit from the 60 heritage apple trees that line the ancient walls will be on show. The day will be a celebration
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Letters: When will biological males be banned from competing in women's sport?
AS a former PE student I was interested in a debate at Holyrood on Tuesday (October 1), brought forward by Tess White MSP, on protecting the female category in sports. I decided to treat myself to an outing to Edinburgh and to follow proceedings from
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There is ongoing resilience in the university sector
If you listened to some of the negative media coverage, you could be forgiven for believing that the university sector in Scotland and the wider UK is on its knees. Much attention has focused on the financial difficulties faced by Scotland’s modern
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Roddy Woomble shares his disbelief at releasing his 17th record
This month Roddy Woomble will release his seventeenth record. It might as well be his first. “How the hell can I have made 17 records?” asks the Idlewild frontman, speaking on the eve of his eighth solo record. “I’m always surprised this is the
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Wetherspoon posts latest results and highlights lockdown 'concern'
JD Wetherspoon has resumed dividend payments for the first time since the pandemic, as analysts hailed the resilience of the company’s performance amid tough conditions in the hospitality industry. The pub giant, which has around 800 outlets across
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Police searching for Glasgow man connected to robbery on Edinburgh's Princes Street
Police in Edinburgh are searching for a man connected to a robbery that happened in the city centre earlier this year. The robbery happened on Tuesday 14 May at around 5pm on Princes Street Edinburgh. The fresh appeal comes due to officers
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SPFL announce record turnover with extra payments to clubs made
The Scottish Professional Football League has announced a record turnover of £44.3 million in their newly-published annual accounts. The SPFL’s latest figures show that turnover has risen by £2.4 million, up 6 percent from last year’s previous
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Rangers must listen to their fans - and ban the Union Bears ultras group from Ibrox
IN his first address to Rangers supporters after being appointed interim chairman last month, John Gilligan pledged that he would not shy away from tackling any contentious issues which might arise during his tenure. “I'm absolutely ready to put
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Mark McGeoghegan: Labour must quickly learn from its rocky start in government
Next week will mark the end of Labour’s first 100 days in power, and the honeymoon is over, if it ever began. The Prime Minister’s personal ratings have collapsed, and the proportion of voters who now say they would vote Labour has slipped even lower
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MasterChef star to host as World Porridge Championships return to Scotland
MasterChef finalist Sarah Rankin will return as the host and master of ceremonies for the World Porridge Making Championships in Scotland this weekend. The Highland village of Carrbridge will host the event on Saturday October 5 with competitors
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Over 100 vehicles stopped on M8 as police step up the search for uninsured drivers
More than 100 vehicles were stopped by the police on the M8 this week as part of an operation to catch uninsured drivers. Police Scotland teamed up with the Motor Insurer’s Bureau (MIB) on Thursday 3 October to stop uninsured vehicles along a 60
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Is this Edinburgh park the UK's best? Historic Scottish site ranks highest in Britain
A park in Edinburgh has been named the cleanest in the UK after research into open spaces across Britain. Holyrood Park in the centre of Edinburgh is just a mile from the castle and more than 600 acres in size but rubbish is kept to a minimum and
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John Swinney admits snap election is possible with warning to 'other parties'
John Swinney has admitted that a snap election could be called if the SNP’s budget isn’t voted through. The First Minister needs the support of at least two members of other parties and with the SNP’s relationship with the Green Party deteriorating
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Northern Lights sightings possible in Scotland this weekend
Aurora sightings could be possible across Scotland this weekend, although the Met Office have warned it is more likely they will be seen in the south of England than anywhere else in the UK. The Northern Lights have been extremely visible at times
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Second-string Chelsea side ease to comfortable win over Gent
Chelsea emphasised the depth of talent available to head coach Enzo Maresca as their second-string XI eased to a stylish 4-2 win over Gent at Stamford Bridge to kick-off their Conference League campaign. The Italian changed his entire starting
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Harry Maguire salvages a Europa League point for 10-man Manchester United
Super sub Harry Maguire’s stoppage-time header saved Manchester United’s blushes and potentially Erik ten Hag’s job as the Europa League clash with Porto ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Four days after their 3-0 home humiliation at the hands of
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Herald Diary: Going to a coffee shop just for coffee? Now that's weird
Boxing clever STUART Murdoch, the front man of popular Glasgow pop band, Belle and Sebastian, is in a philosophical frame of mind, brought on by contemplating the large plastic containers he owns. “Just had a thought,” admits Stuart. “Those
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Boxing guru Terry McCormack backing Matty McHale to follow in Josh Taylor's footsteps
When Terry McCormack speaks about Scottish boxing it is always worth listening. A former coach of Alex Arthur who also sent Josh Taylor on his way to become undisputed world champion, the founder and head coach of Edinburgh’s famous Lochend BC
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Veteran MP and early supporter of Scottish devolution wasn't a typical Tory
Michael Ancram Born: July 7, 1945 Died: October 1, 2024 Michael Ancram, who has died aged 79, was a genial one nation Conservative politician tasked by Margaret Thatcher with steering the deeply unpopular poll tax through parliament, and
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Letters: UK's unconditional support of Israel will lead us all to disaster
THE Prime Minister claimed Iran attempted “to harm innocent Israelis” in his address from Downing Street on Tuesday. Yet the targets were military ones: Israeli military air bases and Mossad headquarters. The Iranians warned the US an attack was imminent
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Andy Maciver: Whisper it, but John Swinney is leading a quiet revolution
What happens to a government which has been in office for nearly 20 years? It usually loses. What about a government which has been in office for nearly 20 years, and is overseeing economic growth of next to nothing, with increasing taxes and reducing
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Is a move or redevelopment the answer as Fir Park drains Motherwell finances?
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. Now, I do realise that not everyone has a platform such as this newsletter
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Hunting lodge that hosted a King could spark regeneration of 'electric village'
A former Highland hunting lodge that once welcomed King Edward VII could help spark the regeneration of Scotland's 'electric village'. The community of Kinlochleven has rallied together to lodge a plan with Highland Council which it hopes will
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Sex offenders failed to complete rehab scheme before being released from prison
More than 100 moderate to high risk sex offenders failed to complete a rehabilitation programme before they were released from prison. Campaign group For Women Scotland has described the figures as “wilfully reckless” and raised concerns women
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Ian McConnell: Laughable Labour should put money where mouth is on ScotRail fares
It has been difficult this week not to be aghast at Scottish Labour’s criticism of the decision by the SNP Government to reintroduce peak fares at its ScotRail operation. Even with the full awareness that this is all about politics, the bold bellyaching
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Scots firm which can 'save fabricators millions' wins major award
A company which has developed the world’s first real-time inspection system for welding using ultrasonic waves to detect defects as they occur has won a leading academic award programme. InProcess, a University of Strathclyde spin-out, has secured
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Winners of prestigious business awards revealed
ACS Clothing, which works across the UK and Europe and specialises in fashion rental logistics and servicing garment returns, has been named Glasgow’s Most Outstanding Business. The business enjoyed triple success at the 26th anniversary of The
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Brian Donnelly: New homes axed due to 'economic shift caused by SNP housing law'
One of the Scottish capital’s biggest city centre developments for decades has had to be redrawn as a direct result of the Scottish Government’s planned housing law. Tensions over the proposed new Scottish housing law were heightened as another
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Family to sell ‘cherished’ Scottish country estate after 500 years
A family is to sell a secluded estate in the heart of Scotland after 500 years. The family earlier sold part of the estate including a now award-winning hotel to Scottish tennis hero Sir Andy Murray and his wife Kim. Now the estate with "potential
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Tesco posts bumper profits as it faces Scottish complication
Tesco has posted bumper profits and claimed to have won market share amid the challenges posed by the rise of discounters as it faces complications on a Scottish island. The supermarket giant has sparked controversy by proposing to have its outlet
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Flow of profits slows at Scottish water giant
Highland Spring Group has reported a fall in profits amid a challenging trading environment and inflationary pressures. The Scottish mineral water company posted a pre-tax profit of £893,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, down from £1.5
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Fraser of Allander: Chancellor’s tough budget rhetoric may stall growth
Strathclyde University’s Fraser of Allander Insititute has warned the Chancellor that repeated warnings about “difficult decisions” will “dent” confidence for both businesses. Professor Mairi Spowage, director of the think tank, said this could