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It sucks but you move on: Auston Trusty living the dream at Celtic after tough start
THERE was never any chance of the ankle injury which Celtic centre half Auston Trusty suffered early on in the Champions League match against RB Leipzig on Tuesday night forcing him to leave the field. The United States internationalist might have
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The one thing Ben Doak has never lacked as Liverpool wonderkid tipped to shine
Tommy Conway's international career may still be in its nascent stages but the talented Middlesbrough striker is looking forward to a bright future in a Scotland environment he’s been made to feel very comfortable in. The 22-year-old is averaging
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Mayo waxes lyrical about Celtic frontmen but Kilmarnock defender targets clean sheet
Kilmarnock defender Lewis Mayo is relishing the challenge of taking on high-flying Celtic this weekend. The Ayrshire club have only lost three times at home this calendar year and have already dealt Rangers a major blow with a 1-0 win last month
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Janey Godley to go on 'final tour' as funeral plans announced
The funeral of Scottish comedian Janey Godley will take place on November 30 as part of a two-day “final tour” of the cities she loved, her daughter has said. Godley died on November 2 aged 63 after receiving palliative treatment for terminal cancer
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Why Motherwell star Lennon Miller opted to represent Scotland U19s this month
Lee Miller has explained why Lennon decided to represent Scotland Under-19s during the upcoming international break. Lennon, 18, is one of the most talked about prospects in Scottish football and has already captained Motherwell at Hampden Park
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Man arrested over alleged rape at Edinburgh car showroom
A police investigation is underway after a woman was allegedly raped at a car showroom in Edinburgh. Officers were called to Peter Vardy BMW premises in the Seafield Road area of the capital at about 1.35pm on Sunday, November 3, following a report
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An old and toxic love: so why was it so alluring?
Sometimes it feels like all the things we loved in the 20th century have turned out to be bad for us. Motor cars, aeroplanes, ready meals and, of course, cigarettes. I’m old enough to have been sent to the shop as a kid to buy my dad's Embassy
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‘I had to prepare physically and mentally’: Gavin Adams on the new Aladdin
What is the reality in Gavin Adams landing the role of Aladdin in Disney’s stage musical, based on the 1992 animated film? Did it involve a magic genie and a few wishes? After all, not only had Adams never landed a lead role before, he had never
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Sherry is cool – so get the best one quick
Sherry is the most underrated wine style ever, offering incredible value for money and a simply stunning treat for your tastebuds. Yeah, I love it, or at least, I love the rich ones, the Oloroso’s Creams and Px X Sherries. I’m afraid I’ve struggled
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Appeal following fatal crash between car and taxi in Falkirk
Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash in Falkirk. The incident happened around 3.05am on Saturday on Cochrane Avenue and involved a white BMW X6 and a black Kia Ceed taxi. Emergency services attended and the driver of
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Swinney: SNP in ‘period of recovery’ from general election
The SNP is in a period of “recovery” from the general election, John Swinney has said, as the party looks ahead to upcoming council by-elections. The First Minister said his party needs to “strengthen its electoral position” ahead of four by-elections
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Budget airline launches new year-round route from Scottish airport
Budget airline easyJet has launched a new year-round route from a Scottish airport. The new twice-weekly service from Glasgow to Prague in Czech Republic began on Thursday and will operate every Thursday and Sunday throughout the year. Speaking
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Primary teacher training targets could be cut by fifth to deal with oversupply
Targets for training new primary school teachers could be cut by up to 20% in Scotland to deal with an oversupply. Officials are considering a number of options to deal with the issue, with many new teachers struggling to find permanent roles in
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Cammy Devlin aims for first victory over Rangers as Hearts seek redemption
Heart of Midlothian midfielder Cammy Devlin is desperate to experience his first victory over Rangers on Sunday. The Jambos have failed to win any of their 16 matches against Rangers since the Australian midfielder joined in the summer of 2021.
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Taking on someone with a learning disability can really work
By Chirsty McFadyen The Fraser of Allander Institute’s latest research suggests that while employers have a desire to recruit people with learning disabilities, they are lacking an understanding of how to do so. Our in-depth interviews and
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Alan Simpson: The Sabbath isn't for everyone so Stornoway Tesco should open
SEVERAL years ago, I had the good fortune to spend a Sabbath on the island of Harris during an extended trip to the Outer Hebrides. Very pleasant it was, too, helped by the fact the sun was splitting the sky and, as I ventured out for a coastal
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Chris Hoy is right: a change in culture would save men's lives
WHEN Sir Chris Hoy announced the devastating news that he has terminal prostate cancer and has only a few years to live, everyone was aghast. How could one of the greatest and most popular sporting figures of our times fall victim to this savage disease
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Family pay tribute to ‘much-loved’ son as teen charged over death
The family of a man who died in the Highlands on Wednesday have described him as a “much-loved” son who “will be missed by all who knew him”. Police named the man on Friday night as 25-year-old Ben Campbell. Officers were called to an incident
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Cyriel Dessers defies Rangers criticism: 'Even the best miss chances'
Cyriel Dessers remains undeterred by the scrutiny surrounding his performance at Rangers, confidently asserting that the pressure to convert goalscoring opportunities is a challenge faced by even the top strikers in the world. Dessers netted his
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The Scots Word of the Week: Crowdie
Crowdie has two different meanings. The Dictionaries of the Scots Language gives us first: “A mixture of oatmeal and cold water, etc. eaten raw. Sometimes also used of porridge or brose and hence of food in general”. Secondly, and probably more familiar
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What next for our Armed Forces community?
As an aged veteran with 27 years in uniform, last weekend I took to Princes Street in Edinburgh to stand on the pavement along with many other volunteers selling poppies for a worthy cause. Tomorrow is of course Remembrance Sunday, a national opportunity
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Van Nistelrooy feels momentum is beginning to change at Manchester United
Ruud van Nistelrooy believes momentum is beginning to change for the better at Manchester United and cannot afford to go off track against Leicester in his final match as interim manager. Parachuted into the hotseat following Erik ten Hag’s exit
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Drivers face long delays due to major roadworks on M80
Motorists using the M80 near Denny are warned to plan ahead and expect long delays during major roadworks commencing on November 21. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland is set to resurface over 1.4 kilometres of the M80 northbound
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From lighthouses to rampaging pirates - the island packed with history and lore
Where is it? Graemsay, Orkney. Why do you go there? It’s an oasis of calm in the pell-mell craziness of Orkney life. How often do you go? Every day in my imagination, less frequently in person. Even if I don’t go physically, it’
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Seven Scots who died in the line of duty honoured with posthumous award
Seven Scots including firefighters and police officers who died in the line of duty are to be among the first people to receive an Elizabeth Emblem. The award recognises police officers, firefighters and other public servants who died while on
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Banking group lands in hot regulatory waters
What I've been working on this month... October got off to a tough start for TSB after the high-street lender was fined £10.9 million for mistreating its customers. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said in one case the bank charged a dead
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Naked stone huggers, bonxies and danger selfies: Confessions of an Orkney tour guide
Across a windswept Orkney landscape where wellies and waterproofs tend to be norm, the historic and mystical sights can have an overwhelming impression on visitors. In the case of one group of visitors, the spiritual magnetism of a Neolithic chambered
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Newcastle manager insists 'no one at club' wanted to sell former Scotland hopeful
Elliot Anderson's football journey took an intriguing turn when he was on the brink of representing Scotland in August 2023. However, an apparent injury forced the Whitely Bay-born starlet to withdraw from Steve Clarke's senior squad after one
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Second man charged after ‘suspect device’ found in tower block
A second man has been charged by police after a suspect device was found in a tower block, causing a number of homes to be evacuated. A Royal Navy bomb disposal squad carried out a controlled explosion after the device was found at Overtoun Court
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The horrifying but unmissable Until I Kill You
Reviewed: Until I Kill You, Asia, The Day of the Jackal, Hollywoodgate I don’t think much of this new series of The Handmaid’s Tale. Are we seriously meant to believe that a people who had freed themselves from the rule of a misogynist, morally
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Steven Camley on … the wood burning stove u-turn
You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0141 302 7000 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk.
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Remembering Nick Drake, who died 50 years ago this month
WHEN the gifted singer-songwriter Nick Drake died, aged 26, fifty years ago this month, very little news of his passing was published. It was understandable, perhaps, given that Drake had in his lifetime released three albums that despite their brilliance
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"One Dove's ‘Morning Dove White’ … is truly a thing of beauty”
Over the decades, Scottish musicians have made many classic, cult or under-appreciated albums that have stood the test of time. Today, we look back at Morning Dove White, by One Dove. THEY could have been, as more than one critic subsequently
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David Smith: Navigating uncertainty throughout a week of scans and surprises
This week started like no other. There was so much at stake as I sat in my uber on Monday morning, as I made my way to the hospital for my scan results. Somehow the familiar environment of both oncology and Queen Square felt different.
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'You never want an emotional surgeon': Celtic's safest hands on what keeps them level
With 20 minutes of normal time remaining against RB Leipzig, Kasper Schmeichel turned a wicked Christoph Baumgartner volley round his left-hand post to keep his side a goal in front. In the days preceding Celtic's most recent European triumph,
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Young Scots' European exploits bode well for future and World Cup qualifying campaign
IF the success of a team is dependent on the strengths, experience and personalities of its individual members then the western world can look forward to a safe and prosperous future. Donald Trump, the first convicted criminal to be elected president
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Herald Diary: Prediction one, a Trump win. Prediction two...
Elvis’s salad days ONCE again the Diary is prepared to prove how politically astute it is when it comes to making a daring prediction. We believe… (drum roll, followed by oohs and aahs from our excited readers)… that Donald Trump… (little bit
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The K-Yachae Toastie: you’ll be scratching your head over the flavour. But it’s good
Sarang Korean café, Glasgow I’ll have burnt through almost £32 in quick-fire ordering within about two minutes causing the nice man behind the counter to pause, raise his hands and ask: are you sure? Yeah, yeah I say, not really having a Scooby
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Brian Taylor: How to respond to Trump? Swinney gets it right – eventually
If you are of a certain age, it is said that you can remember where you were when you learned that President John F. Kennedy had been shot. (Me, I believe I was boarding a bus in Dundee’s City Square. A number 22, I think.) Now we have a new question
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Gary Townsend’s recipe: Try this alternative to fried rice
Cajun Rice This Cajun-influenced rice dish really does provide a nice alternative to the normal fried rice option. Equally suitable to eat on its own or as a side. Serves four-plus. Ingredients 4 tsp Cajun Seasoning ½ white onion
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'I've seen people disintegrate': Bobby Gillespie on death, drugs and rock & roll
"This is a mental interview," Bobby Gillespie astutely notes at one point in an hour-long conversation with The Herald. The Primal Scream man is sitting in his car - there are workmen in his house - and after brief pauses to sign for a package
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‘A whirlwind of fun’: journalist who was one of the best-known faces on Scottish TV
Bob Cuddihy Born: September 11, 1946; Died: October 23, 2024 Bob Cuddihy, who has died at the age of 78, was a journalist who was one of the best known faces on television in Scotland in the 1970s and 80s. His 17-year tenure, from 1972
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Letters: Now more than ever, Starmer must stand up for Gaza
WITH a lame-duck President to be replaced in a couple of months by a wheeler-dealer with few principles and little in the way of human compassion, it’s time for Sir Keir Starmer to step up and do everything within his authority and within the power
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Great British rock in pictures. See it in Glasgow
If you frame it just right, Sheila Rock’s story is the story of British pop music over the last 50 years. Or maybe it’s that through her photographs Rock has put that story in the frame. Since the 1970s she has been taking photographs of the great
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History teachers respond to SQA review of Higher marking
The Scottish Qualifications Authority has now published its review into Higher History marking for the 2024 exam diet. The report, which was carried out by an SQA official, finds that the exam board acted correctly and that standards were consistent
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'Real alarm': Chancellor's national insurance rise to cost Scottish universities £45m
Scotland's under pressure universities are facing a £45 million bill to pay next year for an increase in employer national insurance contributions announced by the Chancellor in her Budget, it can be revealed. The university representative organisation
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Push for Glasgow to be first in Scotland to roll out automatic voter registration
Senior SNP figures are calling for Glasgow to be the first place in Scotland to allow voters to be automatically enrolled onto the electoral register. The National Secretary of the SNP and Glasgow councillor Alex Kerr has been in discussions with
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New star-studded drama will bring to life forgotten Scottish classic
In 1947, The New York Times chose a novel set in Victorian Glasgow as its book of the month. The Wax Fruit trilogy, by Guy McCrone is a sweeping, literary tour de force that tells the rambunctious, multi-generational saga of a struggling Ayrshire farming
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All to know on BBC's Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light starring Mark Rylance
Mark Rylance and Damian Lewis return to lead the cast of Wolf Hall on the BBC, which is coming back for a second series titled The Mirror and the Light. The first series aired all the way back in 2015 with it being an adaptation of two of Hilary
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'Keep your head high and trust your voice': Students' message to struggling peers
A year ago, Elise Kinnell may not have even picked up her phone when it rang. Now, she’s met with First Minister John Swinney, shared her story about overcoming personal struggles, and stood in front of cameras without batting an eye. Initially
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Global fashion brand moves step closer to opening Glasgow store
Plans by a major global fashion brand to open a flagship store in Scotland's biggest city have taken a significant step forward. The Herald revealed back in May that Japanese-owned apparel retailer UNIQLO is to open a 22,500 square foot store
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Brian Donnelly: SNP housing law has made Scotland ‘almost uninvestable’
Housing chiefs have said that Scotland is in the invidious position of tackling a lack of homes while the country has been rendered "almost uninvestable" for investors. A bid by the Scottish Government to clarify aspects of planned rent controls
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Award-winning chef to open new seafood restaurant in Scottish city
An award-winning restaurateur is to open a new site in the Scottish capital. Dean Banks is to open a second Dulse restaurant in the city this week. The move comes as Mr Banks’ double award win at the SLTN awards where he was crowned Entrepreneur
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Scots technology chief reveals painful 'impact' of shipyard closures
A Scottish technology stalwart has spoken of his determination to “create the jobs of tomorrow”, having seen his hometown decimated by industrial decline and a failure to plan for the future. Former Skyscanner executive Mark Logan is stepping down
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Traditional pub in Scottish seaside town goes on market for sale
A pub in a Scottish seaside town has been put on the market for sale. The sale of the freehold is described as “rarely available” investment opportunity with a sitting tenant in place. The Scottish Business Agency is now marketing Alfie’s Bar
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Euan Baird: Future is bright for smaller firms after 'torrid' spell
By Euan Baird UK smaller companies (small caps) have had a torrid decade. They’ve been battered on all sides by shrinking demand from their natural investor base (UK pension funds), by increasing regulation, and by the growth in private markets
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Scottish company reveals plans to double in size
An Ayrshire information technology company aims to double in size over the next three years, as it eyes expansion across Scotland. Dundonald-based Innovec, which recently celebrated its 15th anniversary, has opened a new branch in Glasgow. And
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Scottish law firm buys player with 'formidable reputation'
Scottish law firm Macdonald Henderson has announced the acquisition of Ferguson Whyte Solicitors. It described Ferguson Whyte as “one of the longest-established firms of solicitors in the West End of Glasgow, offering a wide range of private client
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Scots YouTuber gets cash boost to widen male grooming range
A Scottish entrepreneur is to expand his range of haircare products for men after securing a five-figure loan. Robin James plans to introduce new products, scale up manufacturing, and add to his Edinburgh-based team with £70,000 of funding from
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Mark Smith: A simple way to fix the problem of the disrespectful grave stickers
I don’t want to imagine what it’s like to go and visit the grave of a friend or relative and discover the cooncil has slapped a gummy, gaudy information notice on it headed “Warning! this memorial has failed to meet safety standards.” People have called
