Scot launches impassioned rant following American’s claim that “England and Scotland hate each other” – because of banknotes
A SCOT has launched an impassioned rant refuting a centuries-old stereotype after an American’s claim that “England and Scotland hate each other” – because of their banknotes. Justin Davis reacted to a video from an American content creator known simply as Ed_in_burgh who makes videos about his life in the Scottish capital, having arrived in […]
Studio apartment on offer for eye-watering £230k – and buyers will be sleeping in an “airship”
A STUDIO apartment is on offer for an eye-watering £230,000 – but buyers will be sleeping in an “airship“. The open plan apartment is situated in the centre of Newcastle, with scenic views of the River Tyne and the bustling city’s streets. Added to property website Rightmove last Wednesday, the property contains a kitchen and […]
Inflexible Visa Rules “Causing Waves” for Offshore Wind Sector
A SCOTS lawfirm has spoken out to warn that strict new immigration requirements are deterring vital skilled workers and threatening major disruption for UK offshore wind projects. Maria Gravelle, an immigration specialist at Pinsent Masons, claims that axing the Offshore Wind Worker Concession (OWWC) has left companies facing “extremely complex” rules ill-suited to the sector’s […]
Scots property rental business rebrands as Rosevale Letting
A SCOTS property business has been rebranded after it was acquired by a former employee. In an amicable parting of the ways, long-established Glasgow property business, Newton Letting, is rebranding as Rosevale Letting. This follows the conclusion of a licensing period which permitted former Newton employee, Riccardo Giovanacci, to acquire the lettings arm of the […]
Scots cryptocurrency ‘Scotcoin’ appoints new Web3 partner
SCOTTISH cryptocurrency, Scotcoin has appointed Blockraise, the Zurich-based boutique Web3 venture accelerator firm, to support its plans for the next phase of its development. Blockraise will play a key role – similar to a nominated adviser – in making the ethical cryptocurrency accessible to a global audience. Among other areas, the firm will advise Scotcoin […]
Scots university’s research into contraception bolstered by $4.4 million funding award
A SCOTTISH university has had it’s research into contraception bolstered by $4.4 million funding award. Researchers at the University of Dundee’s Schools of Medicine and Life Sciences have received $4.4 million from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help discover potential contraceptives that work by affecting the sperm once they have entered the female reproductive system. Professor Chris […]
David Mitchell jokingly puts himself forward for role of Q in next James Bond movie
COMEDIAN David Mitchell has jokingly put himself forward for the role of Q in the next James Bond movie. The Peep Show and Would I Lie To You? star appeared on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2 last Friday alongside actress Michelle Keegan and comedian Tom Allen. On the show, Mitchell, 49, […]
Minnow footie club announce “signing” of former Premier League superstar Gareth Bale
A MINNOW football club have announced their latest “signing” – former Premier League superstar Gareth Bale. Bale turned out for Tottenham Hotspur from 2007 to 2013 before joining Spanish giants Real Madrid, where he plied his trade until 2022, before retiring from the game earlier this year. The 34-year-old won three La Liga titles in […]
Baa-d weather: Flash flooding leaves flock of Scots sheep stranded
A FLOCK of sheep were left in a baa-d way after horrific storms battered Scotland, leaving the animals stranded on a makeshift island. The farm animals were spotted stuck on a patch of grass in a field in Dunoon, Argyll and Bute on Saturday following the torrid weather. The flock’s field was submerged by the […]
New event hopes to help farming community with mental health
SCOTS farmers will have the chance to focus on their mental health at an inaugural event this week. The future farming expo Scotland will be held for free and take place over two days at Aberdeen’s P&J Live venue tomorrow and Wednesday. Last year, a survey by the Farm Safety Foundation found that 92% of […]