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Pupils ‘falling ill because they won’t use filthy school toilets’
PUPILS in Scotland’s schools are making themselves ill because of their reluctance to use dirty toilets, a survey has found.
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Jim McColl may back Scottish independence if third option omitted
ONE of Scotland’s leading entrepreneurs says he may back independence if Scots are denied a third option on more powers for Holyrood in the referendum.
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Arlene Fraser murder trial: Key witness is habitual liar, trial hears
A KEY prosecution witness in the Arlene Fraser murder trial has been condemned as a “compulsive liar”.
Seven E coli cases confirmed at Aberdeenshire nursery
SEVEN cases of E coli 0157 have now been confirmed after an outbreak at a Scottish nursery.
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Dog-bite woman dies of rabies, second possible case investigated
A WOMAN who suffered rabies after she was bitten by a dog in India has died.
The victim, believed to be a grandmother in her 50s, was being treated at London’s Hospital for Tropical Diseases. It is understood she had recently been on a trip to India and had been bitten by a puppy.
Woman vows to stand by partner who tried to kill her
A WOMAN was beaten by her psychotic boyfriend as he withdrew from drugs because he thought she was possessed by his dead friend.
Garry O’Connor gave false name after snorting cocaine, court told
FOOTBALLER Garry O’Connor gave police a false name minutes after he was spotted snorting cocaine in the back of a Land Rover, a court has heard.
Scots lottery winner urged to come forward
THE OWNER of a winning lottery ticket worth £3.6 million has yet to claim it.
900 miles for a putter – that has to be Colin Montgomerie’s longest drive
BJORN Borg grew a lucky beard for Wimbledon, basketball star “Magic” Johnston always wore the same shorts under his strip and Serena Williams is reputed to wear the same pair of socks during a tennis tournament.
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Havoc as Edinburgh Zoo hogs make a dash for it
HUNDREDS of visitors to Edinburgh Zoo had to seek shelter after a family of hogs escaped from keepers and ran amok.
Guests who took refuge in the monkey house described amazing scenes as zoo staff, armed with sweeping brushes and dart guns, pursued the Red River hogs.
Scottish Gardeners beware – there may be killer bug in your compost
SCOTS gardeners have been warned a killer bug could be lurking in their compost bags.
One man has died and five others have become ill in the past five years after contracting a rare strain of the Legionella bacteria called Legionella longbeachae, which appears to come from compost and has hit only horticulturalists in Scotland.
Forth Bridge makes World Heritage shortlist after beating rivals
THE Forth Bridge has taken a step closer to being given the same prestigious status as the Taj Mahal in India and the Great Wall of China.
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Found after 70 years, the wreck of U-1206
A TEAM of divers is celebrating following a search lasting 12 years, after finding the wreck of a U-boat scuttled by its crew off the Scottish coast.
Zoo staff round up escaped pigs
FOUR pigs at Edinburgh Zoo who made a dash for freedom this morning have been rounded up by staff.
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Americanisms, celebrities and pandas: Survey reveals how children’s writing habits are changing
A MAJOR survey of children’s writing habits has found poor use of grammar and the increasing use of American vocabulary and spelling.
New stem cell research centre opened by Princess Royal
A NEW £54 million Scottish stem cell research centre which will look at cures for a range of illnesses including multiple sclerosis and heart and liver disease has opened.
Heartwarming end to Jambo Jimmy’s bus horror story
HE’S the football fanatic who missed the greatest victory bash in his club’s history.
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Massive police operation keeps rival marches apart
A MASSIVE police operation involving officers from five different forces prevented clashes between far right protesters and anti-fascist demonstrators in the Capital.
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Suzanne Pilley murder basement available on rental market
THE basement in which Suzanne Pilley was murdered is being marketed to city businesses following the sentencing of the man convicted of her killing.
Record numbers complete Edinburgh Marathon video
A RECORD-breaking 23,000 runners took to the streets in the 10th annual Edinburgh Marathon, helping raise around £4.5 million for more than 200 good causes.
Malawi president invited to Blantyre to mark 200th anniversary of birth of David Livingstone
FORMER First Minister Lord Jack McConnell and Scottish Labour MP Tom Greatrex have invited the President of Malawi to Scotland to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the birth of explorer and missionary Dr David Livingstone.
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Teaching unions in joint threat of strike action
BRITAIN is facing the prospect of further industrial action after the two biggest teachers’ unions today threatened co-ordinated strikes in the autumn against Government “attacks” on jobs, pensions, workload and pay.
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Cannes festival: Ken Loach’s Glasgow tale takes Jury Prize Picture gallery
A TALE of whisky and redemption won one of the top prizes at the Cannes film festival last night.
The Angels’ Share, a film about unemployed Glaswegians directed by Ken Loach, won the coveted Jury Prize at the film festival.
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IT MAY seem a bit early, but thoughts are already focusing on how Edinburgh will celebrate Christmas.
Scotland’s weather: Cooler temperatures and rain on the way
SUNBATHERS in Edinburgh took advantage of Princes Street’s green space yesterday, as they made the most of their last day of a mini heat-wave that has swept across the UK during the past week.
2 comments18 months for Nurofen switch addict
A CODEINE addict who contaminated packets of Nurofen Plus in a ruse to fund his habit has been jailed for 18 months.
Boss of firm in helicopter incidents steps down
THE managing director of the North Sea helicopter company which has been at the centre of three major offshore incidents in the past three years, has quit his post.
Mystery after body discovered near West Highland Way
POLICE have been combing a stretch of the West Highland Way following the suspicious death of a man near the popular walking route.
£1m target to maintain Piper Alpha memorial
A CAMPAIGN to raise £1 million to maintain a memorial site for the victims of the Piper Alpha disaster has been launched.
Scots scientist who helped save 300m lives
THE life of the Scottish scientist who played a pivotal role in the discovery of insulin will be celebrated this week to mark the 90th anniversary of the crucial medical breakthrough.
Sociable Scots top UK online league table
People in Scotland use online social networking sites more than those in any other part of the UK, a study has shown.
I’ll stay in Scotland even if it breaks away from UK, says top Tory donor
A CONSERVATIVE donor has said that he would remain in Scotland and help make the country a “success” if voters supported independence in the 2014 referendum.
Scottish independence: ‘Yes campaign must dispel economy and military fears’
The independence campaign is “heading for defeat” unless it can dispel fears among Scots about the economic and military dangers of leaving the UK, according to a leading pollster.
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Scottish independence: Questions raised about alternative currency for Scots
An independent Scotland will have to look at setting up its own currency, according to one of the “Yes” campaign’s leading figures.
Fire attack condemns church to demolition
AN army church which was condemned two years ago will finally be pulled down after a deliberate fire caused the roof to collapse.
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380 jobs created in construction of South Glasgow Hospital
ALMOST 400 jobs are being created in the construction of a new Scottish hospital.
Scheme to offer more support for prisoners’ families
PRISONERS’ families are to be given new support under a scheme launched by Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill today.
Equality watchdog welcomes new laws for public bodies
AN equality watchdog has welcomed the introduction of new legislation putting increased pressure on public bodies to uphold people’s rights.
Pints mean prizes for authors
TWO former landladies turned authors will be rubbing shoulders with literary legend Frederick Forsyth after their no-holds-barred tales of life in the pub trade landed them in line for a major UK prize.
Widow blasts ‘early release candidate’ claim from judge
THE widow of a man who was stabbed to death during a row over a chocolate bar today hit out at a judge for describing the woman who sparked the fight as an “obvious candidate for early release” from prison.
Milk salon boss off to Hollywood after style contest victory
He is the cowboy crimper whose success has lassoed him a trip to the States.
Colonies plan for notorious tower block
THE notorious Fort tower block in Leith is to be demolished within weeks and replaced with modern versions of Edinburgh’s historic colonies, it emerged today.
8 commentsChild ward trainees return to ease hospital shortages
A CHILDREN’S ward left short-staffed after its medical trainees were withdrawn has had them restored.
Family brews up plan to restore duke’s garden
AS a family their aristocratic connections go back centuries with interests in all sorts of industries and ventures. But now they are bringing something new to their table – booze.
Auction of works by young artists set to raise vital funds
Stocking up on art supplies? Make sure you don’t forget the hairdryers and catapults.
Life of Scots scientist celebrated on 90th anniversary of discovery of insulin
THE life of the Scottish scientist who played a pivotal role in the discovery of insulin is to be celebrated this week to mark the 90th anniversary of the crucial medical breakthrough.
Edinburgh marathon: Kenyan John Mutai edges thrilling capital race Picture gallery
THE sunshine came out in abundance for the tenth running of the Edinburgh Marathon yesterday. Likewise, as tradition dictates, did the Kenyans.
1 commentBird behaviour project off to flying start
A PROJECT to find out more about how birds behave in the wild has been launched.
Princess opens research centre
A RESEARCH centre aimed at finding treatments for major diseases has been opened by the Princess Royal.
Work starts on city centre health centre
CONSTRUCTION work began yesterday on a new multi-million pound health centre in the heart of Aberdeen.
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