Scots uni to co-host world-famous Christmas science lectures
SCOTS science lovers will be able to experience the magic of the world’s longest-running science lecture series live this year. Filmed in front of an audience at the Ri’s famous Farady Theatre, the livestreams will take place in the university’s Kings College Conference Centre on three dates – December 12, 14 and 16. TechFest, in partnership with the […]
New report shows the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on Scotland
SCOTTISH Federation of Housing Associations reveals tenants are facing ‘unprecedented’ levels of deprivation amid the cost-of-living crisis. Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) is today launching a report at the House of Commons that reveals the devastation caused by the cost-of-living crisis as social housing tenants face unprecedented levels of deprivation. The report follows last […]
Former Skyscanner executive announces new role
FORMER Skyscanner executive Shane Corstophine has been announced as the new Chairperson of Edinburgh-based digital travel company xDesign. Previously CFO and then Senior Vice President for Growth at the company, he will be taking the reins from Par Equity’s Paul Atkinson and will oversee xDesign’s direction and governance with the aim of supporting the company’s […]
Mackie’s serves up sponsorship for beloved family 5K run
Winners set to scoop up a year’s supply of ice cream and chocolate THE country’s favourite ice cream brand has announced it will partner with one of Aberdeenshire’s most popular running festivals. Having been a patron of the event for years, Mackie’s of Scotland will now become the official sponsor of Run Garioch’s five-kilometre road race taking […]
Bumper £3.1m skiing investment hopes to power European growth
MAISON Sport has announced the completion of a £3.1m investment round, bolstering its position in the European ski tech industry. Maison Sport is an online platform connecting ski enthusiasts with professional instructors, aiming to become the leading global destination for snowsport. The 2023 funding was secured through a private investment firm and angel investors, marking […]
Landmark hit as schools across the country Tackle Maths thanks to Blair Kinghorn-fronted programme
A PARTNERSHIP between Scottish Building Society and Edinburgh Rugby to help school children learn maths has hit a landmark target. The Tackle Maths programme has put 175 children between 8-12 years-old through their paces by helping them gain practical maths skills, using rugby and real-life examples to show the importance of maths in everyday life. […]
Musselburgh Racecourse Gallops Off With Top Award
A SCOTS racecourse has been named as the Champion Racecourse at the 12th annual Racecourse Association (RCA) Showcase Awards. Musselburgh racecourse in East Lothian picked up three individual awards enroute to being named as the overall Champion for 2023 – the Racing Post Readers’ Award and the Marketing and Food & Beverage awards. The Racing […]
Celtic-daft Scot left tickled after finding mechanic’s cheeky message in car a year later
A CELTIC-DAFT Scot was left tickled after discovering a cheeky message written under the bonnet of her car – a year after it was put into the garage. Nicola Stewart had taken her BMW into a mechanics in Glasgow last November after her car got a recall for faulty EGR coolant. The 38-year-old dropped her […]
Shocking video shows the moment busker in York is attacked with snow spray during performance
A TALENTED busker was left horrified about being assaulted by a woman armed with a can of spray paint. Amber Mason had been entertaining shoppers at Shambles Market in York, North Yorkshire earlier this week when suddenly she was the victim of a cruel prank. The songstress was performing Journey’s much loved 1981 anthem Don’t […]
Vile Scots carer never told employer of charge prior to being found guilty of possessing over 20,000 “indecent photos” of children
A VILE Scots carer has been removed from the register after failing to inform his employer of his charge for over 20,000 “indecent photos” of children. Kevin Kenny was found guilty of possessing thousands of photographs and pseudo-photographs on three different devices whilst employed at Renaissance Care (Scotland) Limited between 2016-2022. SSSC Logo The disgraced […]