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When things are going well, Celtic's AGM is a strange but intoxicating affair
From the sublime to the ridiculous. Depending on where your Google search lands, the age-old adage is most often attributed to either French diplomat Tallyrand, Napoleon, or historian Jean Francois Marmontel – the latter of whom would have uttered
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Lib Dem councillor quits after just a week in the job
A councillor in Edinburgh has quit a week after she was elected following revelations her house went up for sale just hours after voters sent her to the City Chambers. Louise Spence comfortably won a by-election for the Liberal Democrats in the
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Annabel Goldie: The handbag-wielding 'matron' of Scottish politics
Former Scottish Conservative leader Annabel Goldie has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at The Herald's Politician of the Year Awards for the part she has played in Scottish and UK politics. The veteran politician was a founding member
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The Scottish children's campaigner who is a hero in Germany
In Germany, John McGurk is regarded as a national hero. Since 1987, this Glaswegian has raised more than £3m for abused and disadvantaged children and received a clutch of Germany’s highest civilian honours. His 2019 autobiography: Stand up, Straighten
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Global drinks giant to shift Irish whiskey bottling to Scotland
A global drinks giant is planning to shift the bottling of its Irish whiskey brands to Scotland and Spain. Suntory Global Spirits (SGS), which owns leading Scotch whisky brands such as Laphroaig, Auchentoshan and Bowmore, has signalled its intention
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Nikita Hand wins civil rape case against Irish MMA fighter Conor McGregor
A woman who accused Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor of raping her in a Dublin hotel has won her claim against him for damages in a High Court civil case. The jury in the civil case against Mr McGregor delivered its verdict on Friday
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Scotland star pens new deal to extend Italy adventure until 2028
Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson has signed a new, long-term deal with Italian side Bologna. The former Aberdeen and Hamilton star put pen to paper on a new deal until 30 June 2028. There is also an option to extend the contract for a further
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Scottish retailers reveal £3.1 billion sales gap
Scottish retailers will have to generate £3.1 billion of additional sales to offset the impact of the “colossal” tax hike at last month’s Budget, a leading industry group warned today. The UK Government drew a furious reaction in the business world
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Gerard Richardson: This is a gorgeous silky claret that won't break the bank
We've spent the last few weeks looking at some of the classics I love to have in the house for Christmas. Arguably my favourite is claret so we'll look at that this week. From next Saturday, I'm going to focus on special gifts of the alcoholic variety
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Neil Mackay: How much for the Coronation?! Royals aren’t parasites – they’re vampires
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. It’s common to hear those of a republican persuasion refer to the Royal family as ‘parasites’ on the body of Britain. The comparison is apt but not perfect. A parasite
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New CalMac CEO appointed as he vows to improve services for passengers
Duncan Mackison insists his main focus is to improve every journey on a CalMac ferry and provide vital services to islanders after being appointed Chief Executive Officer. Mr Mackison joined as interim CEO in April and the appointment now becomes
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HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier arrives in Scotland
The Royal Navy’s HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier has arrived in Scotland for resupply. The 65,000-tonne vessel berthed at Glen Mallan on Loch Long in Argyll and Bute on Friday, ahead of ammunitioning, trials, and defence-related activities
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Tennis ace Jamie Murray ‘very proud’ to receive honorary degree
Tennis ace Jamie Murray has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Stirling. Jamie received the Honorary Doctorate in recognition for his contribution to Scottish and UK tennis at the university's winter graduation ceremony on Friday
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'Rangers pub' one of two traditional Glasgow hostelries sold
Two “traditional” Glasgow hostelries, one “often referred to as a Rangers pub”, have been sold. Both sales form part of a project to market four public houses across Glasgow and the surrounding areas on behalf of the current owners, who wish to
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River restoration underway in 'hidden gem' Scottish glen
The first stage of work to restore river habitats on the new area of public land in a 'hidden gem' glen within Cairngorms National Park has been completed. Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) have put up almost 14km of fencing to exclude deer and
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Don't risk travelling to an unknown clinic when getting a hair transplant
MEDICAL tourism has become a huge issue in recent years with botched treatments abroad causing pain, misery and expense for unwitting patients. Yet, when it comes to hair transplants, there is no need to risk travelling to an unknown clinic as
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After Eric Trump's comments can Scotland ever get on with the incoming President?
If the Scottish Government expected fire and fury from any of the Trumps, the second son of the soon-to-be-leader of the Free World was perhaps the least likely candidate. While the incoming president and Donald Jr are known for braggadocio and
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Acclaimed Scottish artist Charles Randak opens new exhibition at Lillie Art Gallery
A new exhibition by artist Charles Randak has opened pre-Christmas at the Lille Art Gallery in Milngavie, East Dunbartonshire. Showcasing a series of paintings celebrating Scotland’s West Coast, this exhibition is sure to attract attention on lead
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Drug dealer caught with £2.5m of cocaine in car after police chase jailed
Dylan Nicol, 24, drove at speeds up to 120mph to evade arrest during the pursuit along the A90 and Kingsway West in Dundee in February this year. After he was detained, specialist drugs officers found 13 packages of cocaine in the boot of his
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Specialist officers join search on Lewis for missing teenager
Specialist officers have travelled from the mainland to help search for a teenager missing on Lewis for four days in wintry conditions. Aleksandr Benga, 16, was last seen at around 8.45am on Monday November 18 close to the water wheel in the grounds
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Letter of the Day: Why on earth won't the UK condemn Israel?
The International Criminal Court caused shockwaves yesterday when it issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on charges of crimes against humanity. Today, one of our readers notes that the UK Government has refused
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Glasgow City Council votes through support for Fossil Fuel treaty in Net Zero bid
Glasgow City Council says its decision to endorse a global treaty looking for a fast, fair and funded end to fossil fuels highlights its commitment to achieving Net Zero. The council voted in favour of joining a growing list of organisations, parliamentarians
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'Magnificent' - Fresh and poignant take on classic Sound of Music
Theatre The Sound of Music Pitlochry Festival Theatre Four stars Elizabeth Newman’s final show as Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s artistic director is the last in a hat-trick of in-house musicals that follows Beautiful: The Carole King
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Airline launches flights to ‘spectacular’ Christmas market city from Scotland
An airline and holiday company has launched a new "mini series" of flights to European Christmas markets from two Scottish airports. Flights from Scotland to Austria, Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic begin this week. Glasgow and
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Gray must publish minutes of meetings at Aberdeen games, say Tories
Health Secretary Neil Gray must publish all minutes from meetings he attended at football matches he was driven to in a Government car, the Conservatives have said. The party said Mr Gray has failed to produce details of discussions he had when
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New distillery with 'breathtaking views' to open in Scottish city next month
A new distillery with 'breathtaking views' will open in the heart of Edinburgh city centre next month. Edinburgh Gin will open the doors to its new location at The Arches on East Market Street, just off Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, on Friday, December
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The best pictures from the Herald's Scottish Politician of the Year Awards
The greats of Scottish politics gathered for the Herald Scottish Politician of the Year Awards on Thursday night. Crowds were gathered to discover who would win the top prize with Labour's Anas Sarwar going up against SNP duo Kate Forbes and John
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Six great Scottish long-distance walks that are not the West Highland Way
Everyone has heard about the West Highland Way and most walkers in Scotland could give you a fairly accurate idea of where it starts and finishes. But what about the Great Glen Way, the Southern Upland Way and the John Muir Way? Scotland boasts
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Thinking smarter to tackle cancers
With increased demand for cancer services in the face of ever-shrinking NHS budgets, the need to do things smarter has never been greater. Thinking outside the box, taking advantage of new technology and treatments, plus organising services in
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Letters: Move to let more prisoners out early is down to catalogue of SNP failures
WHY is early release of prisoners the solution to overcrowding in Scottish prisons ("New plans for early prisoner release?", The Herald, November 20)? Where is the condemnation of this bill that has just been passed which means that any prisoner sentenced
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Ayrshire hotel celebrates latest 'national accolade' in major awards
A popular Ayrshire hotel is celebrating after clinching a “national industry accolade”. The Gailes Hotel & Spa, based in Irvine, has been named boutique spa hotel of the year at a major event in the UK beauty calendar. Owner SimpsInns picked up
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Robinson in Taylor & Olusanya St Mirren contract admission as Urminsky signs new deal
St Mirren manager Stephen Robinson has admitted no progress has been made on new deals for Richard Taylor or Toyosi Olusanya. Club chiefs have been desperate to tie down the pair to new contracts with their current terms expiring in the summer.
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Scotland Nations League draw LIVE: Steve Clarke to discover play-off opponents
11:42am That's all folks There you have it, Scotland will face Greece in the Nations League play-off next year.
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Herald Politician of the Year Award winners in pictures
The Herald Scottish Politician of the Year Awards took place on Thursday night with Anas Sarwar named as the overall winner. The Scottish Labour leader earned his award for the work done in the impressive performance in the General Election this
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37 death notices and funeral announcements from The Herald
The Herald published 37 death notices last week. 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 will remain
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Sir Chris Hoy ‘openness’ sees surge in prostate cancer awareness - charity
A prostate cancer charity said it has been able to reach “so many more men” since six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy announced he was terminally ill with the disease. Prostate Scotland credited the former cyclist’s “openness” about
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Scottish businessman DC Singh meets royal family of Dubai
In a landmark moment of cultural exchange and goodwill, renowned Scottish businessman DC Singh had the distinct honour of meeting Her Highness Roudha Bint Maktoum and members of the esteemed Royal Family of Dubai. The experience, described as transformative
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Scotland Nations League play-off opponents confirmed
Scotland will face Greece in the Nations League play-off. The first leg will be away with the return fixture at Hampden. The matches are scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 20 and Sunday, March 23, 2025. Read more:
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Strategy to secure future of Stirling’s historic assets approved by council
Sitting at the heart of Scotland where the Lowlands meet the Highlands, Stirling is recognised as one of the most historically important areas in the country. A Royal Burgh since 1124, its strategic location and royal associations have combined
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Scottish folk singer Iona Fyfe named new University of Aberdeen rector
Scottish folk singer Iona Fyfe has been elected by students as Rector of the University of Aberdeen. The Rector of the University is an ancient post dating back to the foundation of the University in 1495. As part of the role, the Rector represents
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Over £200k of cocaine seized after car stopped on A9
Police have arrested and charged a 33-year-old man following a drugs recovery on the A9. Around 8.30pm on Wednesday, roads policing officers stopped and searched a car on the A9 near Ralia. Police said cocaine with an estimated street value
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Weather warnings in place as Scottish area plunges to six below zero
An area of Scotland dropped to -6°C overnight ahead of a frosty and icy morning on Friday and the arrival of Storm Bert on the weekend. The storm is set to reach the UK on Saturday and the Met Office is expecting it to bring “heavy rain, strong
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Premier League set to vote on amendments to top-flight sponsorship rules
A new legal row could erupt between Manchester City and the Premier League if amendments to top-flight sponsorship rules are voted through today. City warned last week against rushing through changes to rules on associated party transactions (APTs
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Households to be hit by fuel bill rise in January as OFGEM hikes cap again
Household energy bills will rise again in January, as the price cap is hiked by a further 1.2%. Regulator OFGEM said the increase would see the typical bill for a household in England, Scotland and Wales increasing from £1,717 to £1,738-a-year,
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Who Scotland can get in the Nations League play-off & when it will be played
Scotland pulled off a Nations League relegation rescue mission against Poland. John McGinn and Andy Robertson got the goals at either end of the game as Steve Clarke's side consigned the Poles to League B of the UEFA competition, meanwhile, giving
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He looks too good for us: How Ben Doak turned Middlesbrough into promotion contenders
BEN Doak proved to be the difference between Scotland dropping out of the top tier of the Nations League this month and securing the relegation play-off place which keeps their chances of surviving among the international game’s elite alive. Could
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Herald Diary: News flash: don't do this on your holiday
Handy solution THE other day reader Helen Forbes bumped into an old friend in the street. The friend was holding her husband’s hand, and Helen said she thought it was lovely that a long-married couple could still be touchy-feely. The pal
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Willie Limond still helping sons Jake and Drew find way in boxing after shock passing
That Willie Limond’s legacy would endure long after his passing was never really in question. It can be felt most keenly in his two sons, Jake and Drew, who had already been inspired to follow him into the world of professional boxing and who continue
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'Who's this grey-haired git?': Tour veteran Drysdale's lust for golfing life endures
When you get to a certain vintage, everything can become a bit of a hassle. The rigmarole, for instance, of catching a flight and muddling through the associated palavers, plooters, faffs and footers can often generate the kind of turbulent groan that
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Greg McHugh's guide to his new Scots comedy Only Child with his 'hero' Gregor Fisher
A Monday morning and Greg McHugh pops up on screen with a slight grimace on his face. It transpires that only moments before we are due to begin our video call, he has accidentally stepped on the upturned prongs of a plug. “I went to move something
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BREAKING: New BBC Scotland sitcom is 'quite good' says stunned critic
Reviewed: Only Child, Return to Paradise, The Listeners, I'm a Celebrity No words are more guaranteed to ruin a TV reviewer’s day than “and now a new six-part comedy series from BBC Scotland”. I won’t name the guilty parties since I’m already
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Letters: So Trump wants to make the US isolationist? Oh please, bring it on
THE killing of innocent Palestinian children has to stop, and I was pleased to read that 14 of the 15 members of the UN Security Council, including the UK, agree (“US vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza war”, The Herald, November
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Andy Maciver: Lay off Neil Gray: these witch hunting games drag us all down
In October 2002, news broke that the Iron and Steel Trades Confederation had donated £11,000 to the Motherwell and Wishaw constituency office of Jack McConnell, then Scotland’s First Minister, and that the Labour Party had failed to declare the donation
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Mark McGeoghegan: MPs should vote in line with their conscience on assisted dying
Next Friday, Members of Parliament will vote on Kim Leadbeater’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which would legalise assisted dying for adults in England and Wales who are terminally ill and expected to die within six months. Naturally,
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Axel Scheffler: 'It is blatantly obvious that reading is important for children'
If you have children, or have been around children, or are vaguely aware of the general existence of children, then you are almost certainly familiar – at an absolute minimum – with the work of the softly-spoken, kind-eyed German man I have been sent
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Stephen Flynn
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Stephen Flynn You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Motherwell may be getting results, but do they also have a duty to entertain?
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. We’ve all got one. That pal that’s never happy. To steal a line from
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New fencing to prevent Harry Potter fans trespassing on famous viaduct
It takes one of the most picturesque train rides in the world over the River Finnan 100ft below on its journey between Fort William and Mallaig. Built in the 1890s by ‘Concrete Bob’ McAlpine, the Glenfinnan Viaduct is a renowned feat of Victorian
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Ian McConnell: The right answer to Scotland’s free university tuition question
The topic of free university tuition for people in Scotland has been back in the headlines in recent days. It is never that far from the headlines it seems, but the thoughts of University of Glasgow principal Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli were
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‘Beloved spot for beer enthusiasts’: Pub in former city parsonage goes on market
A pub in a former parsonage in a Scottish city has been put on the market. The agent said Cloisters Bar in Edinburgh is an established and profitable public house in a high footfall area. Simon Watson, of Christie & Co, said: "Established in
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Client wins drive growth as Edinburgh agency becomes B Corp
An Edinburgh-based creative and media agency has hailed the impact of new client wins as its targets lifting profits to £4 million. Lane and Lane Media highlighted the “significant growth” it is experiencing as the firm revealed it has officially
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Package holiday operator and airline flags rise in prices
Shares in Jet2 climbed nearly 6% yesterday after the holiday operator and airline revealed it was on track to deliver full-year profits ahead of City expectations, and highlighted a rise in its package prices. Jet2 shares finished 82p higher at
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North Sea giant plans $200m investor payout after windfall tax hike
UK-focused oil and gas firm Ithaca Energy has seen its shares surge around 10% as investors signalled approval for a growth plan that is expected to support generous payouts to shareholders The rise came after Ithaca told the stock market it would
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Funding boost to combat antibiotic resistance
A company co-founded by a Glasgow professor has secured £1 million in grant funding to further work into combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to antibiotics. The money has been awarded to Glox Therapeutics by Pathways to Antimicrobial Clinical
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Almost 1,000 stroke victims missing out on vital treatment as charities demand change
Almost 1,000 stroke survivors missed out on treatment that could have given them more chance of an independent life last year. Survivors who have an ischaemic stroke and receive a thrombectomy are three times more likely to live independently.
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Glasgow museum named as Scotland's building of the year
The Burrell Collection has been named as the winner of the Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award. The building had a major refurbishment by John McAslan & Partners and the award comes from the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland
