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Fri, 13 Aug 2021 05:32:52 GMT
Connor Markward: Family of teen drowned in Loch Lomond call for better education
The family of a drowned teenager call for better education in schools on the dangers of Scotland's waters.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 07:37:32 GMT
Scotland's papers: 'Firearms horror strikes city' and 'terror ride'
A mass shooting and a rollercoaster accident feature on the front pages of Scotland's newspapers.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 08:15:20 GMT
Shetland's Up Helly Aa fire festival called off for 2022
The famous Shetland event has been postponed for the second year in a row because of the pandemic.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 05:42:51 GMT
Prices for wool 'have gone through the floor'
Farmers and crofters say the once-important annual "wool cheque" is the lowest they have ever seen.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 19:05:09 GMT
Fettes abuse accuser hails 'bittersweet victory' over extradition
A Crown Office U-turn means a man accused of abusing children at the prestigious school can be extradited from South Africa.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 05:39:08 GMT
'Forensics stop people getting away with murder'
Tom Nelson says the advances over his 40-year career could not have been dreamt of - and there is more to come.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 19:36:38 GMT
Doctors and dentists awarded 3% pay rise in Scotland
The Scottish government said the award was in recognition of efforts during the pandemic and will be backdated to 1 April 2021.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:39:17 GMT
Two children injured in rollercoaster breakdown
The attraction at Landmark Forest Adventure Park near Aviemore suffered a mechanical failure.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 20:41:09 GMT
Oil: from bonanza to dilemma
The Cambo oil field has become a symbol of the pressure the UK and Scottish governments face over climate change.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 17:05:30 GMT
TRNSMT fans must show proof of negative Covid test
Ticket-holders are required to take a lateral flow test 48 hours before arriving at the event in Glasgow.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 13:16:32 GMT
Sturgeon urges UK government to reassess Cambo oil field plan
The first minister says proposals should be re-examined due to the severity of the climate emergency.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:33:11 GMT
Mum's 'life-saving' scheme after family suicides
Seonaid Stallan has set out to support other families after the deaths of her son and sister-in-law.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:24:34 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

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?

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.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 05:08:40 GMT
Scotland's first electric-powered aircraft begins Orkney test flights
It is hoped the hybrid aircraft could pave the way for inter-island and short-haul flights with greener technologies.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 05:08:31 GMT
'My brother died horrifically - it can't be in vain'
A woman calls for an inquiry into the death of her brother who was murdered by a newly-released prisoner.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 05:10:27 GMT
Kinloch Castle: 'Right owner' sought for historic Rum lodge
NatureScot says it has been working to find a "beneficial owner" of Rum's Kinloch Castle over the past few years.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 16:14:45 GMT
'I'm going into S6 and have never done a proper exam'
BBC Scotland speaks to pupils in Aberdeenshire who share their results and views on the grading process.

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 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 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?

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 05:10:50 GMT
Green aviation: Electric powered plane trialled over Orkney
A hybrid-electric plane is being trialled in Orkney as part of a study into ways of reducing aviation emissions.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 16:14:08 GMT
How have Scottish pupils found their results grading?
School pupils have had confirmation of their grades for qualifications including National 5s and Highers.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:14:21 GMT
Glasgow TK Maxx flooded by torrential rain
A shopper in Glasgow captured the moment rain poured from the ceiling of a TK Maxx.

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.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 06:21:58 GMT
Celtic 3-0 Jablonec (agg 7-2) - Celtic cruise into Europa League play-off
Celtic continue their recent resurgence as they stroll past the Czech Republic's Jablonec in the third qualifying round of the Europa League at Celtic Park.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 06:36:17 GMT
Aberdeen 2-1 Breidablik (agg 5-3): Stephen Glass hopes Ryan Hedges 'chooses to stay' after Europa Conference League brace
Aberdeen manager Stephen Glass hopes Ryan Hedges "chooses to stay" at Pittodrie after the Welshman's brace wrapped up a 5-3 aggregate win over Breidablik.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 06:12:28 GMT
St Johnstone 2-4 Galatasaray (3-5) : Turkish experience overcomes brave Perth side
St Johnstone can use the experience gained in a battling defeat by Galatasaray to try to secure European group stage football for the first time ever, manager Callum Davidson says.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 06:44:35 GMT
HNK Rijeka 4-1 Hibernian (agg 5-2): Darren McGregor 'sore' as 10-man Hibs bow out of Europa Conference League
Darren McGregor left "sore" by red card as Hibernian exit the Europa Conference League with a whimper against Rijeka in Croatia at the third qualifying round stage.



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