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Tue, 10 Aug 2021 05:18:10 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Results day despite cancelled exams
Grades will be based on teacher assessment after exams were cancelled for a second year because of the pandemic.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:12:51 GMT
Eleven people rescued from waterfalls beauty spot near Crianlarich
Mountain rescue teams were called to reports of a crowd struggling amid rising water levels at the Falls of Falloch.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:00:20 GMT
Scotland's papers: Climate 'catastrophe' and pass rates 'to decline'
The UN warning that time is running out to combat harmful climate change makes the front pages.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 05:18:23 GMT
Highers and Nat 5s: Four things to look out for on results day
Pupils across Scotland will receive confirmation of their Higher and National 5 grades.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 05:18:39 GMT
What would an SNP-Green deal mean for Scotland?
What could a deal between the SNP and the Greens mean for Scottish government policies and priorities?

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:30:15 GMT
Weather warning as thunderstorms cause severe flooding
Torrential downpours are causing disruption for rail users and difficult driving conditions across Scotland.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:02:14 GMT
COP26: Covid travel rules relaxed for overseas delegates
People attending the climate summit in Glasgow will be strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:03:45 GMT
Covid in Scotland: 'Right moment' to lift restrictions, says Sturgeon
Physical distancing ends in most settings and nightclubs reopen as Scotland exits level zero.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:17:43 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Nightclubs reopen with celebrations and cheers
There were cheers as clubs were allowed to reopen after 16 months of Covid restrictions.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:01:38 GMT
Snorkeler's close encounter with 9ft basking shark
Wildlife ranger Craig Nisbet said the harmless giant swam within a metre of him as it fed on zooplankton.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:25:38 GMT
Missing hillwalker: Search for Frank Smith at Ben Cruachan
Frank Smith, from Nottingham, has not returned from a planned walk up 1,126m Ben Cruachan.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:01:08 GMT
Covid in Scotland: How have the rules changed?
Scotland's levels system of restrictions have come to an end - but what does that mean people can do?

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:24:44 GMT
£50m funding announced for new teacher recruitment in Scotland
The Scottish government says up to 1,000 new teachers and 500 teaching assistants will be employed.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:15:31 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:08:24 GMT
Is the coronavirus pandemic over at last?
As Scotland loosens most of its remaining restrictions, is the devastating pandemic finally at an end?

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:55:50 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Your questions answered on life after level zero
Readers have been sending in their questions about what the ending of more Covid rules means for them.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:18:36 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Do I need a vaccine certificate to travel?
The documents could be used in an international vaccine passport programme enabling foreign travel.

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:17:03 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Are young people slowing the vaccine drive?
Concerns have been raised about vaccine uptake among younger adults, but are they less likely to want a jab? Here, we examine the statistics.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 09:47:42 GMT
Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country
Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 10:11:27 GMT
Will Scotland go back to traditional school exams?
Will Scottish school pupils be studying for traditional exams in 2022, or have things changed for good?

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 08:08:01 GMT
'Give us money and we’ll tackle the climate crisis'
Women in one of the most deprived parts of Glasgow say they can help their communities tackle climate change.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 08:08:12 GMT
Capturing the disappearing sounds of the workplace
An archive preserving sounds from offices, factories and shops will also be a resource for artists and musicians.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 10:35:06 GMT
COP26: What is the UN climate conference in Glasgow and why is it so important?
The annual climate change summit is being held in Glasgow - who's going and what's at stake?

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 23:19:50 GMT
'I finally feel at home working as a surgeon in Scotland'
Dr Maya Shahsavari came to the UK as a refugee from Iran and is now a ear, nose and throat surgeon.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 10:59:29 GMT
Edinburgh Fringe: 'It does feel like a different sort of festival'
No posters, pop-up performances or flyers as a socially-distanced Edinburgh Fringe gets under way.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 18:24:50 GMT
Torrential downpours and thunderstorms cause flooding across Scotland
Heavy showers and thunderstorms are causing severe flooding and travel disruption across Scotland.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:52:45 GMT
Covid-19: Nicola Sturgeon on face coverings in Scotland's schools
Nicola Sturgeon explains why pupils and teachers will be required to wear face coverings in schools.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:32:45 GMT
Nightclubs reopen as Scotland leaves level zero Covid restrictions
Scotland has left its final level of restrictions with few anti-Covid measures remaining in place.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 12:13:30 GMT
Tokyo Olympics: Team GB's Josh Kerr 1500m wins bronze as Jakob Ingebrigtsen takes gold
Team GB's Josh Kerr wins bronze in the men's 1500m, with the second fastest time ever by a British athlete, as Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen takes gold.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:16:03 GMT
Laura Muir: Watch Team GB star win brilliant 1500m silver at Tokyo Olympics
Laura Muir wins a superb silver medal, shattering the British record, to finish behind Kenya's defending champion Faith Kipyegon in the 1500m final at the Tokyo Olympics.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:16:37 GMT
SPFL ask SFA to facilitate arbitration in row with Rangers
The SPFL ask the SFA to facilitate arbitration in their sponsorship row with Rangers, warning clubs of "substantial commercial risk".

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:09:43 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Celtic, Dundee United, Aberdeen, St Mirren, Ross County
Celtic close to deal for Belgium-based striker, Aberdeen turn down bid for midfielder...

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 22:41:37 GMT
Andy Murray in US Open main draw, Dan Evans loses, Novak Djokovic misses Cincinnati
Andy Murray is added to the US Open main draw while Dan Evans loses in Toronto and Novak Djokovic withdraws from Cincinnati.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 13:38:44 GMT
Rangers v Malmo: Steven Gerrard urges hosts to 'light the fire'
Steven Gerrard says Rangers can "flip the mood" with Champions League qualifying victory against Malmo on Tuesday.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 18:17:34 GMT
Scotland: Andy Robertson says ligament damage is "nothing too major"
Andy Robertson says the ankle injury sustained in Liverpool's friendly with Athletic Bilbao is "nothing too major" but the Scotland captain will miss the start of the season.



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