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The Impact of Uninhabitable Scottish Homes: Causes and Solutions
Alright, let's dive into this housing mess in Scotland. So, nearly 100,000 privately rented homes are apparently not up to snuff for living in, and guess what? These places won't even be covered by...
Navigating the New Edinburgh Trams Tap On Tap Off System
All right, so I was cruising along the Edinburgh tram route this morning, minding my own business, when BAM! I see these tram staff rocking luminous pink jackets at almost every stop. Apparently, it...
Why Re-Joining Erasmus+ Should be Welcomed: Benefits of Studying Abroad
So, like, everyone was all up in arms when the UK Government said they were thinking about getting back into the Erasmus+ programme. Some political bigwigs were like, "nah, it's just a waste of...
Are Scottish Pupils Missing Out on Resilience-Building Experiences?
Young people these days just aren’t the same as we were back in the day. They're seen as lazy, lacking resilience, and totally clueless about how good they've got it. You hear this all...
Investigation into Creative Scotland Leadership and Decision-Making Expands
The Scottish Government has decided to expand an inquiry into Creative Scotland after more than eight months of waiting. The investigation will now delve into the leadership, performance, and funding schemes of the arts...
Firefighters Contend with Shotts Blaze in Ongoing Wildfire – 84 characters
So, like, six fire trucks rushed over to Springhill and Leadloch Road areas near Shotts when the alarm went off at 4.09pm on Sunday. Talk about a crazy situation, right? Over 30 firefighters were...
Cost of Mismanagement: Scots Ferry Firm Overspending Reaches £750m
Scotland's ferry firm has really hit rock bottom when it comes to the taxpayer's wallet. Like, seriously, the cost has skyrocketed to a mind-boggling £750m, which is just insane! I mean, come on, who...
Swinney Accuses Labour of Pensioner ‘Betrayal’ on Hamilton Campaign Trail
John Swinney has gone on the offensive against Labour, accusing them of betraying Scottish pensioners with empty promises. The First Minister, campaigning alongside SNP candidate Katy Loudon in preparation for the Hamilton, Larkhall, and...
Statement on Housing Emergency Urgently Needed as Labour Demands Action
Scottish Labour is not really happy with the progress made on the housing emergency, and they want a ministerial statement ASAP. They are accusing those SNP ministers of not really doing much about the...
Scottish Shopping Centre Sold for £50 Million
So, there's this big shopping center in Scotland, right? It's like a landmark or something. Well, guess what? It got sold to some real estate investor for a whopping £50 million. That's a lot...
Swinney challenges Starmer to drop ideological red lines for EU summit
Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, has urged Sir Keir Starmer to ditch his ideological red lines and focus on negotiating the closest possible working relationship with the EU. The call comes ahead of a...
JK Rowling’s Generous Donations: A Result of Poverty-driven Motivation
JK Rowling, the renowned author of the Harry Potter series, has recently opened up about her past struggles as a writer living on welfare checks. She revealed that during those difficult times, she often...
Tragic death of teen filmed on Scottish beach
A tragic incident occurred on Irvine Beach in Ayrshire, where a 16-year-old boy from East Kilbride was found with serious injuries during a disturbance on Saturday. Despite receiving treatment at the scene, the teenager...
Changes to Working Life: Impact of College Compressed Week
A Scottish college recently wrapped up a trial run of compressed working weeks, and it looks like the results are in — and they're pretty darn good. West Lothian College has been experimenting with...
Palestinian Museum in Edinburgh Showcases Powerful Stories
On a warm Thursday evening in Edinburgh, a small crowd has gathered to witness a European first. In a small space on Dundas Street, the continent's first museum of contemporary Palestinian art is hosting...
Scottish Insurance Stalwart Hails New Owner as Formidable Force
Scottish insurance stalwart Tom Aldridge has done a thing! He made a deal for the Glasgow broker he started six years ago to team up with a big player down south. Blackford Group got...
Sturgeon Campaigns to Retain Hamilton Seat
Nicola Sturgeon is gearing up to hit the campaign trail in the Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse by-election today. Her party is determined to retain the constituency formerly held by the late Christina McKelvie. The...
Yousaf Criticizes PM’s Immigration Stance as ‘Fearful Undertones’
The UK is like, apparently about to hand the keys to No 10 over to Nigel Farage or something, according to former Scottish first minister Humza Yousaf. He went on a rant about the...
Firefighters Control Fire at Edinburgh Airport Runway
Thick plumes of smoke was seen rising from the fire, creating a dramatic scene at Edinburgh Airport. Firefighters were called out to battle the blaze in the airport's car park, where flames were spotted...
Critics Slam Prime Minister’s Immigration Comments as ‘Dumbest of Dumb Politics’
The Prime Minister's Latest Immigration Speech: Not the Brightest MoveIn a recent article brought to you by our sister title, USA Today, the Prime Minister's immigration speech has stirred up quite a controversy. Former...
Abandoned Stolen Car Connected to Robbery in Sleepy Valley
Police are on the case after a stolen car crashed into two parked vehicles before being ditched in a park. The incidents occurred in the Galashiels and Hawick areas, with officers calling for information...
The Impact of Average White Band on Black America: A Cultural Exploration
In a world where hip-hop is synonymous with cities like Compton, The Bronx, Brooklyn, and Chicago, it's hard to imagine places like Dundee, Montrose, Glasgow, and Perth making a mark in the genre. The...
Affordable Edinburgh Festival Fringe Accommodation Under £300/Week
Performers at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe are being offered cut-price accommodation by universities as part of a drive to ensure they are not priced of the city this summer. It seems like the prices...
Investing in Apprenticeships: Boosting the Scottish Economy
Alrighty, so check this out - some new stats just dropped and they're showing that apprenticeships are totally shaping the future of Scotland. Like, for real. It turns out that most Modern Apprentices are...
Ensuring School Safety: Police Respond to 7-Year-Old Bringing Knife to Primary School
Well, folks, buckle up for a wild ride because we've got a story for you that's sure to raise some eyebrows. So, here's the scoop - a seven-year-old troublemaker has been given the boot...
Border Council to Decide on £400m Center Parcs Development
The final public consultation over plans for Scotland’s first Center Parcs holiday village near Hawick will be staged next week. The holiday giant will return to Hawick next week for a two-day open event,...
Scotland’s Wealthiest: Brewdog Co-Founder’s Wife Joins Rich List
Scotland's Richest Under 40: Reality TV Star Georgia Toffolo Takes the CrownIn a surprising turn of events, Made in Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo has been unveiled as the wealthiest individual under 40 in Scotland,...
Winners of Student Press Awards 2025 Announced
The Herald Student Press Awards, sponsored by Weber Shandwick, made a comeback in 2025 to honor the top journalistic talent in Scotland's universities and colleges. The event, held at The Herald's Bath Street offices,...
Best Value Lunch Menu in Edinburgh: 3 Courses for £15.90
Chez Jules in Edinburgh is not just your run-of-the-mill French bistro. Nope, they go above and beyond by providing customers with a crash course in essential French phrases. As you sit down at your...
Extended Deadline for Middle East Company to Bid on Scottish Corporation
Alright, so like, the whole situation with Wood Group is kinda heating up, you know? The drama of the takeover battle seems like it's gonna drag on for a few more weeks. Today, it...