Outer Hebrides: More people flying to island than ever before
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More people are flying into the Outer Hebrides’ main airport than ever before with passenger numbers setting a new record this autumn.
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On this day 1964: The first stretch of the M8 opens
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The first four miles of the M8 opened on this day in 1964 at Harthill to cope with the rising number of motor cars on the road and an old A8 that was creaking and dangerous under the strain.
‘Languages change, but please let us not lose oor Scots’
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Languages evolve over time, but we must act to stop the disappearance of Scots from our tongues, says Robert Millar, Professor of Linguistics and Scottish Language at Aberdeen University.
‘Outlander effect’ drives boom in visitors
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Fans of Outlander and Harry Potter, and motorists taking in the North Coast 500, have been credited for sending visitor numbers soaring at historic sites across Scotland.
Adopted children need help in school to have equal chance – Fiona Aitken
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Earlier this year Adoption UK undertook a survey on well-being in schools, asking adoptive parents and their children to share their experiences of the education system. The responses painted a picture of a need for change and a lack of understanding of the needs of adopted children.
Investment breakfast: tactics for the cautious and tactics for the bold
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As we approach the new financial year, join the debate at The Scotsman’s annual investment breakfast in Edinburgh.
Art reviews: The Art of Intelligent Ageing | Andrew Cranston: But the Dream Had No Sound
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In May 1931, an international conference was held in Eastbourne, focusing on how best to assess and track the ability of schoolchildren. Scotland, England, France, Germany, Switzerland and the USA were all represented...
I’m A Celebrity returns with Holly Willoughby and record viewing figures
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Holly Willoughby has proven to be a lucky charm for I’m A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! with the show enjoying its most-watched launch since 2013.
Wanted: Headteacher for 15 pupils on two remote Scottish islands
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The search is on for a headteacher to work on two of Scotland’s most remote and beautiful islands.
Five tips on buying art for your home
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Buying art can be an intimidating prospect, but it doesn't have to be. Gone are the days of being sniffed at if you didn't know your Monets from your Michelangelos. When it comes to filling your home with pieces that make you smile...
Christopher Walken portrait returned to Edinburgh pub after being stolen in ‘heist’
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Staff at a city bar have expressed their relief after their prized portrait of Hollywood actor Christopher Walken was snaffled in a targeted ‘heist’.
Edinburgh pub staff fuming after Christopher Walken portrait stolen in ‘heist’
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Staff at a city bar have been left fuming after their prized portrait of Hollywood actor Christopher Walken was snaffled in a targeted ‘heist.’
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Susan Boyle to battle Paul Potts in America’s Got Talent: The Champions
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Susan Boyle is set for a US TV comeback – taking on Paul Potts and 48 other acts in an America’s Got Talent spin-off.
Edinburgh gears up for first Chinese New Year festival
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Edinburgh is to stage its first Chinese New Year festival as part of a drive to promote the city as one of “Europe’s premiere China-friendly destinations”.
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