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History as it's happening 👇 Is it population or location that truly makes a village? IN my recent series on the ancient history of Scottish towns, I named St Andrews as the most famous town in Scotland worldwide, more so even than Paisley or Ayr or Lanark, my logic being that because it is the Home of Golf, the name of St Andrews is known by more people across the globe than any other Scottish town. History enthusiast explores Scotland's 'real-life' link to Gladiator 2 characters A WEBSITE has been launched by a history enthusiast exploring the links between the "real-life" characters from Gladiator 2  and Scotland. A-listed Scottish castle 'set for £2 million restoration' after sale to new owner AN A-listed Scottish castle which has been abandoned since 1745 has been bought by a new owner ... I've experienced anti-Scottish prejudice. It should be dealt with more seriously UNIVERSITIES should go beyond simply issuing “guidance” in a bid to stamp down on anti-Scottish and anti-working class behaviour – and instead treat it in the same way as homophobic or racial discrimination ... Read more

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