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Ballon d’Or 2024: Manchester City's Rodri celebrates while Real Madrid boycott awards
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has claimed the prestigious men’s Ballon d’Or award, while Real Madrid opted to boycott the ceremony in Paris, despite being named the men’s club of the year. Rodri triumphed over Real Madrid stars Vinicius Junior
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'It's unfortunate': Olusanya thinks St Mirren deserved more for their Rangers display
Toyosi Olusanya reckons St Mirren were unfortunate not to leave Govan with something to show for their efforts after Rangers triumphed 2-1 winners on Sunday. Rangers' Mohamed Diomande and Vaclav Cerny netted either side of Alex Gogic's consolation
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Motherwell's Tom Sparrow vows to 'learn lessons' following first Celtic experience
Motherwell star Tom Sparrow has pinpointed the moment that his side blew the game against Celtic. The Steelmen fell to a 3-0 home defeat at Fir Park, with Sparrow making his first Scottish Premiership start since penning a two-year contract in
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Pedro Martinez Losa claims Scotland are ready to feature at major tournament
There was a bullishness about Pedro Martinez Losa as Scotland overcame Hungary in Budapest on Friday night. Martha Thomas tipped the balance of the Euro 2025 play-off tie in Scotland’s favour with the only goal of the game as the Spaniard remarked
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University Challenge: BBC host Amol Rajan meets Glasgow’s 'Walrus of Love'
University Challenge BBC2/BBC iPlayer Their cities may be locked in a centuries-old rivalry, but on University Challenge last night a Barry White-impersonating student from Glasgow rushed to the aid of Edinburgh in its half-hour of need.
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Manchester United identify Sporting Lisbon manager as Erik ten Hag successor
Manchester United have reportedly made a move to appoint Ruben Amorim as their new manager after sacking Erik ten Hag earlier on Monday. Ten Hag was dismissed after United suffered their fourth English Premier League defeat of the season on Sunday
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'It's going to be very strange not to be on the wireless any more'
It can be a difficult thing, saying goodbye. It can be a challenge to get the tone right, making sure you’re not too sentimental, that you don’t stray into mawkish, while still sounding sincere. Perhaps it shouldn’t be a surprise that, after 58 years
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Scots Uni finds AI facial filters have the ability to change who we find attractive
A Scottish university has found AI facial filters that could have the power to influence who people are attracted to. The research, led by the University of Glasgow, used AI to create real time face transformations to investigate the social signals
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Scotland boss backtracks on 'won't lose' comments prior to Euro 25 playoff second leg
Pedro Martinez Losa has downplayed any suggestions that his confident remarks after the first leg of Scotland's Euro 2025 play-off might inspire Hungary ahead of the crucial second leg at Easter Road on Tuesday. Following Scotland’s 1-0 triumph
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Scotland’s only five-star floating hotel launches festive afternoon tea
Scotland's only five-star floating hotel will be adding a touch of "festive magic" to its afternoon tea offering this Christmas season. Permanently berthed in Edinburgh's historic Port of Leith, Fingal will offer guests and non-residents "one of
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Why on earth is Operation Branchform taking so long asks Jim Sillars
It is three years since Operation Branchform, a Police Scotland investigation into SNP finances, was launched. Last week we reported that the matter had been raised in the House of Lords, with a UK Government whip saying that “UK crime enforcement
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Scottish songwriter shares the impact of motherhood on her creative process
When it comes to writing songs, having a baby has unexpectedly made things easier for Rachel Sermanni. “I think mummahood has made my approach to songwriting much more simple,” says the singer, speaking to The Herald on Zoom with her 11-month-old
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Lewis Ferguson using 'Scottish mentality' as he aims for strong Bologna injury return
Lewis Ferguson is edging closer to making his long-awaited return to the pitch after a six-month injury lay-off. The 25-year-old has been named in the squad for Bologna's upcoming Serie A match against Cagliari, scheduled for Tuesday, October 29
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A rare boost for a troubled Glasgow street
Between the steady decline of traditional ‘bricks and mortar’ retailing, the fall-out from the pandemic, the impact of fires, and the ongoing disruption arising from works to improve the public realm, Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow does not have its
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Glasgow 850 volunteer scheme launched in bid to improve people's 'employability'
An appeal has been launched encouraging people to become volunteers for Glasgow’s 850th birthday celebrations next year. The Glasgow 850 Volunteer and Employability programme will offer Glaswegians the chance to play a part in the city’s birthday
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All you need to know about one of Glasgow's most exciting new restaurants
It's been less than a week since one of Glasgow's newest restaurants opened its doors on Miller Street, with Margo fast becoming one of the most talked about launches of the year. If you're wondering what all the fuss is about, we've put together
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'Ambitious' Destination Tweed project granted £10 million of new funding
Kate Forbes has announced £10 million worth of funding for the Destination Tweed programme on a visit to the Scottish Borders. The Deputy First Minister announcing the funding from the Scottish Government through the Borderlands Inclusive Growth
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There will be need to be 'trade-offs' before 'better days ahead' warns PM
Sir Keir Starmer has warned the country to expect tax rises when Rachel Reeves sets out her budget on Wednesday. In a speech in Birmingham, the Prime Minister insisted “better days are ahead” but that there would need to be “trade-offs”. There
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Residents evacuated after 'suspect' item found during police search on home
Residents have been evacuated in Clydebank after the discovery of a 'suspect' item. Police said the officers searching a property in the town's Overtoun Court as part of an ongoing investigation discovered the 'suspect' item on Monday. Police
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Are the Greens all talk or will they use budget as ultimate revenge on SNP?
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. Six months after the Bute House Agreement shattered, the Greens are using the Scottish budget to position themselves to get the ultimate revenge on the SNP. The Greens
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Lockerbie memorial church honoured at the ‘BAFTAs for churches’
A church which houses a memorial to the victims of the Lockerbie bombing has been honoured at this year's UK National Church Awards. The National Church Awards – dubbed 'the BAFTAs for churches’ – revealed the 15 UK winners and the UK Church of
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Russell Findlay 'all ears' to Scottish budget talks with First Minister
The Scottish Conservative leader has said that although the First Minister is still likely to ‘turn to his Green friends’ to pass the Scottish Government budget in December, he is 'all ears' to talks if 'common sense proposals' are considered.
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PFA Scotland issue pyro warning after player loses fingers to 'hand grenade' device
PFA SCOTLAND have warned their members not to approach lit pyrotechnics which have been thrown onto the field of play during matches after a Belgian footballer lost a finger and had two others partially amputated after picking up a banned device with
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Tommy Robinson jailed after admitting multiple breaches of court order
Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to 18 months in jail after he pleaded guilty to contempt of court by repeating false allegations against a Syrian refugee. Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, admitted 10 breaches of a High Court
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Manchester United now seeking seventh manager since Sir Alex Ferguson retired
Sir Alex Ferguson was manager at Manchester United for 27 years, but the club are now looking for a seventh full-time boss since the Scot retired in 2013. Here, the PA news agency looks at the record of those to have followed Ferguson. David
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‘Iconic’ Scottish pub dating from 1899 to reopen under new management
A historic Scottish city pub is to reopen under new management. The traditional bar changed hands after the previous tenants stepped down. Caledonian Heritable Limited, the owner of Clark’s Bar in Dundas Street in Edinburgh, said at that
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Fife piper crowned winner of historic championship for second year in a row
A piper from Fife made history after being crowned the overall winner of Glenfiddich Piping Championship for the second year in a row. The competition has been running for 51 years and for the first time in that history, 10 first-place qualifiers
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Scottish travel agency founder dies aged 80
Scottish travel industry stalwart Bill Munro has died aged 80. Mr Munro founded Barrhead Travel in 1975 and built it up into a major business. The Glasgow-based business was sold to US-based Travel Leaders Group in 2018, and was by that time
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Erik ten Hag sacked by Manchester United after dismal start to the season
Erik ten Hag has been sacked by Manchester United. The club lost their fourth Premier League game of the season after yesterday's 2-1 defeat to West Ham. United have only won once in their last eight matches across all competitions. The
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Tributes paid following death of Stirling Council Leader Cllr Margaret Brisley
Stirling Council Leader Cllr Margaret Brisley has died at the age of 79 following a short illness. The Bannockburn and Eastern Villages Ward member, who served as a Labour councillor for 44 years before becoming Stirling Council Leader in September
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Billy Monger has eye on 2028 Paralympics after record-breaking Ironman exploits
Former racing driver Billy Monger is contemplating competing at the 2028 Paralympics in Los Angeles after receiving royal recognition for his record-breaking Ironman exploits. The 25-year-old smashed the Ironman global record for a double amputee
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'Milestone' hailed in bid to transform former Marks & Spencer store in Glasgow
Plans to transform the former Marks & Spencer store on Sauchiehall Street into student accommodation have moved a “step closer”, its developer has declared. Fusion Group has completed the acquisition of the landmark building from the high-street
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Roz Foyer: John Swinney was right - and Labour must listen
Here’s an opening line for some detractors who accuse me and the wider trade union movement as being cheerleaders for the Labour UK Government: the First Minister was right. Last week, First Minister John Swinney set out a compelling case for economic
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'Dementia is terminal. There is no cure. I found that hard to accept'
Never say you're fine. That was the best advice I was given during my husband’s struggles with dementia. It's automatic when someone phones or calls or meets you and asks how you are, the default response is ‘I’m fine' however you're feeling. But
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Letters: Time Glasgow replaced some of its statues with more deserving men and women
I HAVE been watching with interest Glasgow City Council’s plans to revamp George Square. So far I see no mention of several statues of men who no doubt divided opinion, even in their own times. I refer to the two military men given pride of place
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New R&A partnership 'ensures majors are hosted in Scotland until at least 2034'
The R&A has agreed a new 11-year partnership with the Scottish Government and VisitScotland for staging major golf championships in Scotland. The R&A, the Scottish Government and VisitScotland will contribute a combined £11 million towards
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A new way to five-a-day? New range of veg-packed ready meals launch in Edinburgh
Consumers in Edinburgh are the first to be offered the chance to buy a new range of ready meals formulated to meet the five-a-day target for fruit and vegetables in a single sitting. Researchers from Queen Margaret University have worked with
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Let there be light: Scotland’s best autumn and winter light shows
Light festivals have become a regular feature of Scotland’s autumn calendar, brightening up the darkest autumn evenings. According to tourism body VisitScotland, they are also bringing a welcome boost to the nation’s tourism sector at the time
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Dazzling light shows are brightening tourism sector's darkest days
They started with just a small glimmer of light piercing the darkness of a typical Scottish autumn. Scotland’s ever-expanding number of autumn and winter light festivals are now being credited as a shining example of how to drive up tourism during
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£100m bid to 'transform' Glasgow office sector
A £100 million property development in Glasgow which promises to "transform" the city’s office sector has been launched on to the lettings market. Property agents are now seeking tenants for One Five Zero St Vincent Street, a building dating from
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What is ThatGuy? New sex crime prevention campaign launched by Police Scotland
Police Scotland have launched their new ‘ThatGuy’ campaign in a bid to encourage young men to step in and speak to their friends if they see them acting inappropriately towards women. The campaign will run for six weeks across social media channels
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New scheme launched to bring events into Aberdeen city centre
A new scheme has been launched to bring events into Aberdeen city centre. The City Centre Events Grant Scheme encourages and supports businesses to host events that will contribute towards Aberdeen’s vibrancy as well as enhancing community spirit
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Highland Wildlife Park celebrates birth of first ever baby vicuna
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) Highland Wildlife Park is celebrating the birth of an "adorable" vicuna cria (baby vicuna). The baby vicuna is the first one ever to be born at the park, which is located near Kingussie. Born
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Flights boost for Scottish airport as popular route returns
Glasgow Airport has received a boost with the return of direct flights between Scotland's largest city and Cork after almost five years. The new Cork to Glasgow service is operated by Aer Lingus Regional operator Emerald Airlines using an ATR 72
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Ministers urged to act to protect ‘keystone species’ of inshore waters
A more precautionary approach needs to be taken to manage stocks of a fish described as a “keystone species” in Scotland, an expert has said. Dr David Bailey, a lecturer in marine biology at the University of Glasgow, said there are “good reasons
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Edinburgh location named among UK's 'must-visit' Instagram hotspots
A new study has revealed the must-visit spots in the world according to Instagram, with Edinburgh's Dean Village ranking among the top three Insta-landmarks that travellers and locals need to experience in the UK. The research, conducted by hotel
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Ministers ‘misled’ on environmental impact of new power plant, campaigners claim
Ministers have been “misled” over the environmental impact of a proposed new gas-fired power station in Aberdeenshire, environmentalists have claimed. Friends of the Earth (FoE) said emissions from the Peterhead 2 facility, which would be built
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Oxfam urges Scottish Government to bring in levy on 'super-polluting' private jets
The Scottish Government is being urged to turbo-charge talks with UK ministers so it can introduce a tax on private jets – with environmental campaigners claiming the “reckless pollution” they produce is “fuelling the climate crisis”. Oxfam Scotland
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The inconvenient truth for managers like Philippe Clement and David Gray
Whenever there's a club stuck in a prolonged period of underachievement and attention turns towards the latest manager failing to get a tune out of the players on the park, inevitably you'll see or hear these words: "the manager isn't the biggest problem
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Mark Smith: Why are people moaning about this Glasgow mural?
Right, let’s see what all the fuss is about. I jump in the car and drive along Paisley Road West and there it is. A big hairy man and a big hairy cow. The man, a grumpy-faced piper in a Jimmy Edwards tache, is standing in front of the cow and a perplexed
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How Universal Credit can drive vulnerable families further into poverty
Public debt such as Universal Credit advances "pull families deeper into debt and holds them there", experts have warned. Research by Professor Morag Treanor of the University of Glasgow, a visiting professor at Heriott Watt University, looked
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'I live in temporary accommodation and I can't take my son to nursery'
A mother has told how being put in unsuitable temporary accommodation leaves her struggling to cook for her son or take him to nursery. The latest Scottish Government figures, up to March 31 of this year, showed 10,110 children are living in temporary
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Letters: Can this really be Labour acting this way over Israel? Shame on them
THE UK is not only sending arms to Israel in its war on Gaza. It's providing intelligence. Al Jazeera's Defence Editor Alex Gatopoulos has been monitoring Open Source Flight Data which shows for the past year the UK has flown more than 6,000 military
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Friends no more: New Lanark supporters review ties with heritage site amid mill chaos
Built by social reformer Robert Owen on solid foundations of workers’ rights and mutual respect, New Lanark’s rebirth as a World Heritage Site was the result of a mammoth community effort and spirit of co-operation. Now, however, the group which
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Shona Robison opens door to lifting council tax freeze ahead of new budget talks
Shona Robison has not ruled out ending the council tax freeze as she seeks to get support in Holyrood for her budget plans. The finance secretary needs to get backing from opposition MSPs to get her financial proposals passed in the Scottish Parliament
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Young German conductor launches new symphony orchestra in Edinburgh
A young German conductor has established a new symphony orchestra in Edinburgh which will launch a programme of concerts next year. Luis Schmidt, 20, who is from Munich, founded Capella Edina which will present four concerts at the capital's Usher
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'Deeply flawed': Heritage watchdogs slam horse track plan for Bannockburn
Conservationists say that a planning application which would see a horse-trotting track carved into the site of the historic Bannockburn battlefield is “fundamentally flawed". The National Trust for Scotland commissioned a report by landscape planning
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Ian McConnell: Labour embraces colossal damage, rejects solutions
The elephant in the room has been looming large but Sir Keir Starmer has continued to studiously ignore it. That elephant, for anyone who has forgotten, is the UK’s hard Brexit. And its impact on businesses has been highlighted yet again, in
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Property firm recruits 'next generation' of talent in Scotland
CBRE has recruited six new apprentices and graduates in Scotland as part of its Next Generation programme. Skye Rooney, Struan Robertson, and James Tweedie have joined the firm’s Glasgow office, with Ruairidh Cant and Ellie Buchanan signing up
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Dunoon firm bidding to bring more jobs to rural Scotland
Greg Girard is the managing director of CX Services, a direct marketing services company which operates in Dunoon, Rothesay, and Cheshire. What is your business called? CX Services Limited Where is it based? We have four sites. Our
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Dunoon firm signals intent to create jobs in rural Scotland
Greg Girard is the managing director of CX Services, a Dunoon-based direct marketing company. Mr Girard recently expanded the business with the opening of a new office on the Isle of Bute and is keen to continue creating jobs in rural Scotland.
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Reeves must make it easier for smaller businesses to grow their workforce
WHEN John Swinney delivered his keynote speech on Scotland’s public finances and priorities last week, the venue could hardly have been more appropriate. The Futures Institute in Edinburgh is part of the city’s old Royal Infirmary that has been
