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War crimes, murdered journalists and orphaned children: One year in Gaza timeline
This full chronology was compiled by the Scottish Friends of Palestine October 2023 7/10/23 – A surprise attack by Palestinian group Hamas on Israel saw gunmen breach security barriers and launch a barrage of rockets fired from Gaza. 10
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'Utterly compromised': Pressure mounts on Keir Starmer to ditch controversial advisor
PRESSURE is mounting on the UK Government to sack an advisor due to conflicts of interest highlighted by campaigners. The Good Law Project and Compassion in Politics have handed in a dossier of evidence to the Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the
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Wee Ginger Dug: Will Keir Starmer's plummeting popularity ever recover?
PRIOR to this summer's General Election, there were predictions, not least from yours truly, that once in government Keir Starmer would soon fall from grace and become very unpopular indeed as his promise of change would be exposed as yet another
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Keir Starmer's amazing clown show does Scotland
THE great Westminster travelling show has come to town. Roll right up for the greatest show on Earth. Keir Starmer, perhaps the dullest ringmaster ever known, has brought all the fun of the fair to Edinburgh for the inaugural summit of his new
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Message from the editor: Todays front page explained
IT is a year since Israel began the deadliest attack on Palestine in modern history. According to Oxfam, more women and children have been killed by the Israeli military in Gaza this past year than in the equivalent period of any other conflict
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Another one bites the dust – what has happened to Scotland’s music festivals?
HUGE names including Shania Twain, James Arthur, Busted, Tom Jones, and Young Fathers headlined this year’s Stirling Summer Sessions music festival. But that didn’t stop the event organisers from announcing this week that the 2025 edition has been
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Labour select former Tory candidate as hopeful for Glasgow by-election
LABOUR has selected a former Tory candidate as among their hopefuls contesting three upcoming by elections in Glasgow. Voters in Drumchapel/Anniesland, North East and Maryhill wards are set to select new councillors next month. The seats became
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The National to publish full chronology of Israel's assault on Gaza
TOMORROW, The National publishes a chronology of Israel's war on Palestine. It marks over a year that Israel has killed civilians, women and children in a retaliatory bombardment of the region after the Hamas attacks of October 7. In that time
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I was one of only five reporters at this Palestinian press event. Why?
IN the basement of a slightly shabby city office building, two women spoke of unimaginable, almost biblical horrors. Searching for superlatives is futile. The two Palestinian women addressed a practically empty room to tell how they were haunted
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'Single island authority' is 'next step' for Western Isles, say council leaders
COUNCIL leaders have refreshed calls for a "single island authority" to ensure decisions about public services are made within the region. As a suggestion to decentralise control in Scotland, the idea has been discussed for several years. In 2018
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UK Government apologises for sharing email address of one of world’s richest men
THE UK Government has apologised after accidentally sharing the email address of one of the world’s richest men in the run-up to a major global investment summit hosted by Britain. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) referred itself to
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Will it snow in Scotland this weekend? Here's what the experts have to say
IT has been reported that snow will fall over much of northern Scotland this weekend, making for a particularly chilly October. Most of the UK is set to experience colder conditions this week with more northerly areas like Scotland and Northern
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Police confirm two pensioners dead following incidents in Greenock and Gourock
TWO pensioners have died following a pair of tragic incidents in Greenock and Gourock. Ambulances, incident response vehicles and police cars rushed to separate incidents on Cardwell Road in Gourock and Eldon Street in Greenock just before 9am.
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Police arrest second man in 38-year-old’s murder probe
A SECOND man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 38-year-old at the weekend. David Graham was taken to hospital after allegedly being attacked as he walked alone in General’s Gate in Uddingston, South Lanarkshire, at around 7.35pm
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Anger as Edinburgh student paper accused of anti-Scottish discrimination
STUDENTS have expressed anger after a Scottish university news outlet made a series of “ignorant” remarks appearing to discriminate against Scottish students. The Edinburgh Tab – a student-led tabloid at Edinburgh University – has faced backlash
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John Swinney ‘optimistic’ about 2026 election after 100 days of Labour Government
JOHN Swinney has said he is “very optimistic” about the SNP’s chances in the 2026 Holyrood elections after the first 100 days of a Labour Government. Speaking after the inaugural Council of the Regions and Nations meeting in Edinburgh on Friday
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Turkish-built CalMac ferries face delays amid supply chain issues
THE first of four new CalMac ferries being built in Turkey is to be delivered four months late amid supply chain issues. The ferry — MV Isle of Islay — had been expected to be delivered in mid October, before it was then delayed until the end
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John Swinney presses Keir Starmer to include Scottish cities in key summit
JOHN Swinney has told Keir Starmer that it would be "appropriate" for Scottish council leaders to be represented at the Council of the Regions and Nations. The body was formed by Starmer in an effort to “rewire” the way the UK Government interacts
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We need to bite the bullet and reform local and central government
THE visit by First Minister Swinney on Monday to Shetland was very much appreciated, a very practical way of demonstrating that it is a place of interest, even to an over-centralised Scottish Government (I support autonomy, Scottish and intra-Scottish
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'Deluded': SNP MSP slates Anas Sarwar's defence of Labour's first 100 days in office
ANAS Sarwar has been branded “deluded” after claiming that “change has truly begun” in Scotland 100 days on from Labour's victory in the UK General Election. Despite facing considerable criticism over the cut to the Winter Fuel Payment, refusing
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Global medicine manufacturer brings 50 new jobs to Scottish city
A HIGH-TECH medicine manufacturer is set to create 50 new jobs while safeguarding more than 130 existing positions with the purchase of new premises in Stirling. Symbiosis Pharmaceutical Services Ltd (Symbiosis), has recently announced the purchase
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'Terrible record': UK fails to fine firms probed for breaching Russian oil sanctions
THE Treasury has investigated more than 50 UK-linked companies for breaching Russian oil sanctions, but is yet to hand out a single fine. Figures obtained by the BBC under the Freedom of Information Act showed the Government had opened 60 investigations
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Press watchdog knocks back Michelle Mone's husband over 'offensive' Daily Mail story
A NEWSPAPER was justified in reporting that Michelle Mone’s husband made millions from tax avoidance schemes that led to suicides, the Independent Press Standards Organisation (Ipso) has ruled. Businessman Douglas Barrowman had claimed a Daily
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The best pumpkin-picking patches to visit across Scotland this October
Halloween is nearly upon us which means it's time to get out and start picking some pumpkins ahead of the big day. Thankfully, although Scotland is more known for its tumshie lanterns, it is home to dozens of pumpkin patches that welcome thousands
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Police name man who died in explosion at Scottish flats
A MAN who died following a report of an explosion and fire at flats in Alloa has been named as gas was ruled out as the cause. Around 6pm on Sunday, October 6, emergency services were called to a report of an explosion and fire at a block of flats
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Fall in visa applications by overseas students prompts fears for universities
THE number of overseas students applying for visas to come to the UK has fallen, prompting fears about the future of universities’ finances. Overall, there were 263,400 sponsored study visa applications from students between July and September
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Scottish Gaelic centre welcomes government grant for virtual experience
A GAELIC centre in Islay has welcomed Scottish Government funding for a virtual experience as part of efforts to grow the language. Islay’s Gaelic Centre will receive £150,000 for the virtual experience which will "pull viewers into another world
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Royal National Mòd returns to Oban with as 10,000 visitors expected
A HISTORIC Gaelic festival has kicked off for another year, as around 10,000 people are expected to flock to Oban. The Royal National Mòd began on Thursday and is held in a different Scottish town each year — although it first began in Oban 132
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Protesters gather as Keir Starmer hosts regions summit
CAMPAIGNERS took part in a protest against Keir Starmer's visit to Scotland to host the inaugural meeting of the Council of Regions and Nations on Friday. Organised by protest group the Scottish Resistance and other pro-independence groups, it
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Doctor Who and Baby Reindeer stars up for public award at Bafta Scotland
ACTORS Ncuti Gatwa, David Tennant, Richard Gadd and Ashley Storrie are among those nominated for a Bafta Scotland award voted for by the public. Six performers are up for the Audience Award for Favourite Scot on Screen, in partnership with Screen
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Fury as Keir Starmer appoints another peer to fill Government post
KEIR Starmer has been slammed for appointing another new peer to a Government post – despite previous pledges to abolish the House of Lords. Former cybersecurity chief Poppy Gustafsson (below) has been given a peerage to become Investment Minister
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Will the Northern Lights be visible in Scotland again tonight?
Last night, many parts of the the UK were treated to a stunning display of the Northern Lights. Stunning pictures captured the aurora borealis, filling the sky with pink and green hues. The Northern Lights are a series of colourful lights that
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Anas Sarwar grilled by angry Gourock pensioners over Winter Fuel cut
ANAS Sarwar faced a grilling from furious Gourock pensioners over Labour’s cut to the Winter Fuel Payment on Wednesday. On a campaign visit to the Inverclyde seaside town ahead of a by-election, Sarwar came under fire from elderly people who are
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DWP to review 'thousands' of Universal Credit claimants under new rules
The Department for Work and Pensions is currently reviewing thousands of Universal Credit claims. Claimants are being asked to provide bank statements to the benefits department, which is now operating under the Labour Government. Claimants
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David Hayman and Lesley Riddoch to host land reform event in Scotland
SCOTTISH actor David Hayman and journalist and broadcaster Lesley Riddoch are set to co-host a major conference on land reform in Scotland next month. The pair will lead the the day as REVIVE’s national conference is held in Perth, encouraging
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Restricting benefits would not reduce rates of reoffending
JIM Butchart suggests in Wednesday’s National “if anyone is convicted of five or more serious crimes, why not withdraw their benefits?” as a means of reducing our current crime rate since “that would persuade some to respect society’s guidelines”.
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New poll sees Keir Starmer's popularity fall to record low after chaotic start as PM
KEIR Starmer’s approval ratings have reached a record low as his government nears its 100th day in office, according to a new poll. The Prime Minister has a net favourability rating of minus 26, with 52% of Britons disapproving of his leadership
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Lives at risk with 'large chunks of metal' falling off Forth Bridge, council told
WEST Fife residents have raised concerns that objects falling from the Forth Bridge, including large chunks of metal, are “risking the lives of pedestrians”. Attendees at a recent meeting of the North Queensferry Community Council claimed that
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Scottish train stations battle it out to be named the UK's favourite
FOUR Scottish train stations are in the running to be named the UK's favourite at the 2024 World Cup of Stations. The annual event was established in 2019 by the Rail Delivery Group and aims to highlight the importance of rail in supporting communities
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Fury as NHS hospitals in England charge patients £2 an hour for wheelchair use
CAMPAIGNERS have expressed anger after it was revealed patients in NHS hospitals in England are being charged £2 an hour for the use of wheelchairs by a private company with ties to Israel. Israeli company Wheelshare have installed "Boris Bike-style
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Scots treated to spectacular display of Northern Lights – see pictures
THE Northern Lights were visible across Scotland on Thursday night, giving many Scots a chance to glimpse the spectacular phenomenon. The Met Office confirmed that further residual viewings could be possible in Scotland over the weekend. Here
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Diageo plans to 'demolish' Scottish island's oldest whisky distillery
A SCOTTISH island's oldest whisky distillery is facing demolition after its owners submitted a planning application to "expand output" on the site. Whisky giant Diageo has submitted an application to "redevelop" the Talisker distillery in Skye
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Diners charged nearly £400 for feast at royal mansion
DINERS are being given the chance to experience an 18th-century feast in the King’s favourite room at Dumfries House…if they can spare almost £400 for the privilege. The candlelit experience in the pink dining room at the stately home near Cumnock
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Norwegian navy's largest ship arrives in Scotland ahead of Nato exercise
A NORWEGIAN naval logistics vessel has arrived in Greenock ahead of a massive military training exercise next week. Replenishment oiler HNoMS Maud is one of a number of large ships visiting the Clyde this week and next to take part in Operation
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Brewdog forced to pour away millions of pounds of 'infected' beer at flagship brewery
SCOTTISH beer giant Brewdog has been forced to discard millions of pounds worth of beer after it became “infected”. The wasted Punk IPA beer came after a “major quality incident” at Brewdog’s flagship brewery in Ellon, Aberdeenshire. In an
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Scottish Labour council leader joins condemnation of Keir Starmer's summit snub
A LABOUR council chief has joined in criticism of Keir Starmer’s exclusion of Scottish local authorities from a regional investment summit. The UK Government was warned that snubbing Scottish cities put them at a commercial disadvantage compared
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Scottish Labour hold seats in two by-elections in North Lanarkshire
SCOTTISH Labour have won two by-elections in North Lanarkshire. Margaret Quigley was elected in Fortissat whilst Helena Gray was elected in Mossend and Holytown, North Lanarkshire Council confirmed after the by-elections took place on Thursday.
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Spectacular display of Northern Lights over Glasgow – see the pictures
SCOTS in Glasgow were treated to a spectacular display of the Northern Lights on Thursday. We previously told how the Met Office revealed there was a "decent chance" of seeing the lights overnight on Thursday into the early hours of Friday morning
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Sue Gray has 'not enjoyed being in public eye', Labour minister claims
SUE Gray has “not enjoyed” being in the public eye and this has led to her decision to take a break from Government, a senior minister has said. Gray, former No 10 chief of staff and now “envoy” to the nations and regions of the UK, has “been through
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Part of Scottish motorway 'restricted' amid emergency incident
UPDATE: All lanes have now reopened, however delays are still expected due to congestion A SCOTTISH motorway was temporarily "restricted" due to an emergency incident. Traffic Scotland said lane one of the northbound carriageway at Junction
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Man arrested after death of ‘much loved’ Aberdeenshire dad
A 44-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested following the death of a “much loved” 36-year-old man in Aberdeenshire. At around 8.35pm on Wednesday, police were called to a property on Gordon Place, Ellon, where Martin Forgie was found dead. His family
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Bid to save farm where Robert Burns wrote Auld Lang Syne secures funding
A FARM built by Robert Burns and where he wrote Auld Lang Syne is a step closer to being saved after securing funding. Ellisland Farm, on the banks of the River Nith in Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway, was built by Scotland’s national bard in 1788
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Richard Walker: Scottish cringe is being used by UK to plunder our resources
SCOTLAND has for decades been the powerhouse of the UK while being denied any of the benefits which that position should have brought us. That was true when oil money secured and improved the UK economy and the transition to renewable energy will ensure
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Mark Ruskell: Free bus travel for asylum seekers would change lives
IT would be hard to overstate the cruelty at the core of UK asylum policy. From the moment people arrive, many are banned from working and forced to live off less than £5 a day. It is a system that thrives on scapegoating, dehumanisation and division
