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Sun, 14 Nov 2021 08:47:07 GMT
COP26: New climate deal aims to slow climate change
The decision to phase down coal shows progress but pledges are not enough to cap temperature rises.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:23:06 GMT
Scotland's papers: 'Road to hell' after weakened COP26 deal struck
The watered down Glasgow agreement to try and stave off the climate emergency makes the front pages.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:07:47 GMT
Scotland to fall silent for Remembrance Sunday
Wreaths of poppies will be laid on the 100th anniversary of the flower as a national symbol of remembrance.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:09:11 GMT
Cop26: Why were there so few arrests at climate protests?
Tens of thousands of climate protestors gathered in Glasgow - but there was no serious violence or damage to property.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:06:20 GMT
The war poet and the attractions of Milnathort
World War One poet Wilfred Owen paid regular visits to a family in Kinrosshire during WW1.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 02:11:58 GMT
Rely on wind, water and solar? Islanders show how
As the world slowly moves away from using fossil fuels for electricity, a tiny Scottish island has shown it’s possible to rely almost entirely on renewables.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 17:50:48 GMT
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross in job 'sleaze' row
Douglas Ross failed to declare earnings as an MSP and as a football referee for the SFA.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 14:47:56 GMT
Scotland 15-30 South Africa: World champions prevail despite Hogg feat
Scotland succumb to defeat against South Africa despite Stuart Hogg becoming his country's joint-top try scorer.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 18:22:11 GMT
Fears raised over exodus of NHS consultants in Scotland
BMA Scotland warns "rock bottom morale" and a pensions tax row is forcing top medics to consider their future.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 09:08:12 GMT
Edinburgh heritage group concerned over outdoor eating areas
The Cockburn Association says it fears temporary structures for outdoor eating in Edinburgh could be made permanent.

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 18:52:33 GMT
Moldova 0-2 Scotland: Steve Clarke's men seal World Cup play-off spot
Scotland clinch a World Cup play-off place with a game to spare thanks to a composed victory in Moldova.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 09:07:51 GMT
COP26: The story from Glasgow in 15 pictures
The most eye-catching demonstrations and unusual stories during COP26 have unfolded on the streets of Glasgow.

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:15:22 GMT
How green was the COP26 climate summit?
A report has suggested the carbon footprint of the Glasgow summit is more than double that of COP25.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 02:22:44 GMT
What is COP26 and what has been agreed at Glasgow climate conference?
A crucial climate change summit has been held in the UK which could change our lives.

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:16:34 GMT
COP26: Scotland's home-grown house of the future
Scottish innovators have produced a negative carbon house that can be easily dismantled and recycled.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 20:40:00 GMT
COP26: How might decisions at the climate summit change our lives?
The changes made at COP26 in Glasgow could have implications for the way we live.

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 19:42:38 GMT
Irn Bru hunting and celebrity spotting at COP26
Barack Obama, AOC, Leonardo DiCaprio, Emma Watson and others bring star power to the UN summit.

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 23:02:33 GMT
The Barras banter on COP26 and climate change
The people of Glasgow's well-loved market area reveal what they really think of the UN climate summit

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 16:57:57 GMT
My Day at COP26: 'I'm painting murals so people don't forget COP happened here'
Daniel Rupaszov, from Hungary, is an artist and activist who visits COP every year to create art which highlights the climate crisis.

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 16:04:51 GMT
COP26: Draft deal calls for stronger carbon cutting targets by end of 2022
The document says vulnerable nations must get more help to cope with the deadly impacts of global warming.

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 16:53:44 GMT
My Day at COP26: 'It's like a never-ending airport terminal'
Science journalist, Helen Briggs, is at COP26 to report for the BBC - she describes what life is like behind the scenes at the Glasgow summit.

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 23:08:01 GMT
How Nicola Sturgeon has carved out a role at COP26
The Scottish and UK governments seem to have put aside their differences to focus on COP26 and the climate.

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:45:47 GMT
Maternity: 'Prospect of giving birth on the A96 in winter isn't appealing'
A woman due to have a 12th baby is among people sharing concerns about maternity services in Moray.

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:16:02 GMT
My father died of HIV from infected blood scandal
Suzie Roberts' father died as a result of one of the greatest scandals in NHS history.

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:20:44 GMT
Spitfire found in peatbog slowly being pieced back together
Flown from Scotland on a clandestine mission, enthusiasts hope the shot down aircraft might fly again.

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:20:23 GMT
Baby steps to cutting NHS Scotland's carbon footprint
Gas and air is the most popular pain relief in childbirth, but many don't realise its climate impact

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:21:36 GMT
The secrecy behind a wartime disaster at sea
Aircraft carrier HMS Dasher exploded in 1943 killing 379 but the disaster was covered up during the war.

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 23:04:56 GMT
The man who has lived as a hermit for 40 years
Ken Smith lives without electricity or running water in a hand-made log cabin on the banks of a remote loch.

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:21:14 GMT
Covid: 'I've finally held my beautiful first grandchild in America'
A Scottish grandmother gets to meet her granddaughter in America after travel restrictions were lifted.

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 23:12:13 GMT
COP26: How will Scotland heat its homes in the future?
Changing the way we heat our houses will be key if the country is to achieve ‘net zero’ emissions.

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 13:39:29 GMT
Armistice Day: Scotland pauses to pay respects
People across Scotland fall silent to commemorate those who have died in military conflicts.

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:07:13 GMT
COP26: Barack Obama greets crowds on university visit
The former US president visited Strathclyde University in Glasgow for talks with COP26 youth leaders.

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 23:04:08 GMT
The kite engineer striving to revolutionise DIY wind power
Engineer Rod Read has spent the past decade building homemade spinning kite turbines that can generate clean electricity.

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 10:30:35 GMT
COP26: Can clubbers' dance moves create renewable energy?
One Glasgow nightclub is to trial technology which captures body heat from dancers.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 15:13:56 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 05:19:54 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Figures show booster gap in high-risk groups
More than 100,000 Scots are waiting for a booster despite receiving their second dose more than six months ago.

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 11:09:45 GMT
Major study to gather long Covid patient data in Scotland
It is hoped the results of the study could be used to forecast which patients will need treatment.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 23:11:31 GMT
Covid: Misleading vaccine claims target children and parents
The vaccine is being offered to children aged 12 and older.

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:18:38 GMT
Coronavirus travel advice eased for 32 countries
Britons are no longer advised to avoid holidays to destinations including Bangladesh, Gambia and Fiji.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 23:15:21 GMT
Covid: How close is Scotland to full vaccination?
Charting the first 300 days of Scotland's Covid-19 vaccination programme.

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:00:10 GMT
Covid in Scotland: What do we know about the vaccine passport?
The controversial scheme came into effect on 1 October but will not be formally enforced until 18 October.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 11:19:51 GMT
Covid: Scotland 'nudging towards' herd immunity
With more than 80% jabbed and half a million already infected, Scotland is heading towards herd immunity, expert says.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:42:35 GMT
Delay to enforcement of Scottish vaccine passport scheme
Nicola Sturgeon announces a "grace period" before the new certification rules will be enforced.

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 16:46:18 GMT
Covid in Scotland: What are the rules?
Scotland's levels system of restrictions have come to an end - but what does that mean people can do?

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 10:59:09 GMT
Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country
Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:05:12 GMT
Scotland v Denmark: Celtic right-back Anthony Ralston given first Scotland call-up
Celtic right-back Anthony Ralston is called into the Scotland squad for Monday's World Cup qualifier against Denmark.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:50:27 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Rangers, Van Bronckhorst, Lampard, Kent, Kamara, Aston Villa, Hearts, Souttar, Stoke, Knutsen, Norwich, Sakala, Katic
Steven Gerrard reportedly targets Rangers' Ryan Kent and Glen Kamara for Aston Villa as the Ibrox club continue talks with managerial candidates.

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 11:19:36 GMT
Pick your Scotland XI to face Denmark in World Cup qualifier
Scotland are looking for a positive result against Denmark to help towards a home semi-final in the World Cup play-offs. Who makes your XI?

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 12:56:33 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Rangers, Van Bronckhorst, Defoe, Kamara, Aston Villa
Rangers to open formal talks with Giovanni van Bronckhorst as Ibrox midfielder is linked with English club.



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