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Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:04:30 GMT
Covid restrictions lifted as Scotland exits level zero
Physical distancing ends in most settings, nightclubs reopen and limits on gatherings are removed.

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?

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:01:18 GMT
Scotland's papers: End of level zero and praise for GB 'heroes'
The lifting of most restrictions in Scotland and the Olympics closing ceremony make the front pages.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:09:24 GMT
Exams remain 'best way' to guarantee standards, experts say
The Commission on School Reform says coursework is important but exams guarantee consistent standards.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 08:00:10 GMT
Climate change: IPCC report is 'code red for humanity'
Heating from humans has caused irreparable damage to the Earth that may get worse in coming decades.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 18:16:49 GMT
Drivers in Scotland warned due to more downpours and floods
A yellow warning remains in place after torrential rain closed railway lines and flooded streets on Saturday.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 14:25:47 GMT
Man's body discovered in crashed car near Castletown
Police inform the family of a man who had been reported missing, after the vehicle was found near Castletown.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 13:07:38 GMT
Tokyo Olympics: How 'bulletproof' mentality propelled Josh Kerr to 1500m medal
Olympic 1500m bronze medallist Josh Kerr tells BBC Scotland how a "bulletproof mentality" helped him become only Scotland's third individual track medallist in 100 years.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 16:32:59 GMT
Covid-19: Quarantine-free travel from France resumes as UK rules change
Some travel firms report a "surge" of bookings but others say it is "too late to save the summer".

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 17:19:43 GMT
Cyclist thought he would die after Portsoy bridge plunge
Junior doctor Duncan Brown fell 30ft and ended up submerged in the water below the Aberdeenshire bridge.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 23:19:50 GMT
'I finally feel at home working as a surgeon in Scotland'
Dr Maya Shahsavari came to the UK as a refugee from Iran and is now a ear, nose and throat surgeon.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 23:07:50 GMT
Covid in Scotland: More groups eligible for winter flu jabs
All over-50s, teachers, school staff and pupils and those working on Covid testing will be offered the jab.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 15:32:19 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Physical distancing to remain in healthcare settings
The 2m requirement will remain in hospitals and GP surgeries, Scotland's health secretary has confirmed.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 14:38:46 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:08:26 GMT
Covid in Scotland: How will the rules change on 9 August?
Scotland's levels system of restrictions is set to end - but what does that mean people can do?

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, 02 Aug 2021 17:45:05 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.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 09:21:50 GMT
Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country
Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 08:08:01 GMT
'Give us money and we’ll tackle the climate crisis'
Women in one of the most deprived parts of Glasgow say they can help their communities tackle climate change.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 08:08:12 GMT
Capturing the disappearing sounds of the workplace
An archive preserving sounds from offices, factories and shops will also be a resource for artists and musicians.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 07:07:15 GMT
COP26: What is the UN climate conference in Glasgow and why is it so important?
The annual climate change summit is being held in Glasgow - who's going and what's at stake?

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:09:03 GMT
Boris Johnson: Why mining gaffe will linger after Scottish visit
Boris Johnson put his foot in it by joking that Margaret Thatcher gave the UK a "big early start" in the shift away from coal.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 10:59:29 GMT
Edinburgh Fringe: 'It does feel like a different sort of festival'
No posters, pop-up performances or flyers as a socially-distanced Edinburgh Fringe gets under way.

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.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:32:45 GMT
Nightclubs reopen as Scotland leaves level zero Covid restrictions
Scotland has left its final level of restrictions with few anti-Covid measures remaining in place.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 12:13:30 GMT
Tokyo Olympics: Team GB's Josh Kerr 1500m wins bronze as Jakob Ingebrigtsen takes gold
Team GB's Josh Kerr wins bronze in the men's 1500m, with the second fastest time ever by a British athlete, as Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen takes gold.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:16:03 GMT
Laura Muir: Watch Team GB star win brilliant 1500m silver at Tokyo Olympics
Laura Muir wins a superb silver medal, shattering the British record, to finish behind Kenya's defending champion Faith Kipyegon in the 1500m final at the Tokyo Olympics.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 09:16:33 GMT
Tokyo Olympics: Laura Kenny and Katie Archibald win historic gold in women's madison
Laura Kenny becomes the first British woman to win gold at three Olympic Games as she and Katie Archibald are crowned madison champions in Tokyo.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 20:44:32 GMT
Scotland: Andy Robertson injured in Liverpool friendly and faces ankle scan
Scotland captain Andy Robertson limps off during Liverpool's pre-season friendly against Athletic Bilbao.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 06:55:06 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Livingston, Ross County, St Johnstone
Celtic boss not giving up on keeping playmaker and striker linked with Serie A club as Livingston line up new loan signing...

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:07:16 GMT
Watch all the goals from this weekend's Scottish Premiership
Watch the goals from this weekend's six Scottish Premiership games, including defeat for champions Rangers and a hat-trick for Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 17:00:07 GMT
Celtic 6-0 Dundee: 'Kyogo Furuhashi ignites side with mesmeric display'
Kyogo Furuhashi scored three goals but his influence on Celtic went far beyond that, writes Tom English.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:30:09 GMT
Hero Open: Grant Forrest dedicates 'dream' first European Tour title to late dad
Scotland's Grant Forrest secures his first European Tour title and says his late father was "the big inspiration" ahead of his thrilling Hero Open win.



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