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Sir Rod Stewart 'would support Scottish independence' but says break-up of union 'would be a shame'

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The Queen Elizabeth hospital in Glasgow has been at the centre of previous infection concerns

Jeane Freeman must "resign or be sacked" over child hospital death say Tories

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The High Court in Glasgow heard the blade was only stopped by the officer's breastbone, which prevented it from reaching his vital organs. Picture: John Devlin

Man who attempted to murder police officer jailed for ten years

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One third of 2015 SNP voters backed Brexit in the referendum the following year. Picture: PA

Why this Brexit election is such good news for the SNP

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The man entered the property onWindsor Crescent around 6.25pm onThursday.

Elderly lady, aged 88, left shaken after being assaulted during house robbery

Crime

Labour has dropped to 20% north of the border whilst the Tory party is expected to lose several seats. Pictures: PA and Getty Images

Polling expert calls out myth that Labour voters are not in favour of Scottish independence

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Dr Mark Calder is raising money for a project run by Embrace the Middle East, which supports refugees to return home and rebuild their lives in war-torn Iraq.

Scots charity worker due to complete final ‘ultramarathon’ in bid to help Iraq refugees

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CTA

More than three million tickets were sold for Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows this year.

Outlander tour guide honoured alongside Edinburgh Festival Fringe for contribution to tourism industry

People

Catherine McDonald wants those responsible held to account

Fury as no one will stand trial over 2012 Legionnaires outbreak that killed four in Edinburgh

Health

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Jack Ross set to be announced as next Hibs manager within next 24 hours

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Lynsey Sharp is taking a break from athletics. Picture: Getty Images

Cancer scare forces Lynsey Sharp to take a break from athletics

Other Sport

Stuart Armstrong is back in the Scotland squad. Picture: Craig Williamson/SNS

Drubbing at hands of Brendan Rodgers was the turning point for Stuart Armstrong

Football

Charlie Shiel will make his first professional start for Edinburgh in the European Challenge Cup tie against Agen. Picture: Alan Harvey/SNS/SRU

Edinburgh scrum-half Charlie Shiel starts new chapter in rugby dynasty

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Glasgow's Zander Fagerson during a training session at Scotstoun. Picture: Craig Foy/SNS/SRU

Zander Fagerson hopes to carry Glasgow to success against Sale Sharks

Rugby Union

Maria Lyle celebrates after winning the T35 200m in Dubai, four days after success in the 100m. Picture: Getty

Maria Lyle buries years of trauma as she claims second gold in Dubai

Athletics

Andrew Smith: Not so easy to rewrite history of Rangers’ downfall
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Former 'Rangers chairman Sir David Murray. Picture: SNS

Andrew Smith: Not so easy to rewrite history of Rangers’ downfall

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Caroline Weir in action for Scotland against England at the World Cup in France. Picture: SNS

The one Scotland player most worthy of your attention in 2019

Football

Bryan Redpath of Scottish Borders in action in the Heineken European Cup against Brive at Netherdale in 1997. Picture: David Rogers/Allsport

Roots in Romania, a famous Borders win over Llanelli and a thwarted night out in Pau - 25 seasons of the Heineken Cup

Rugby Union

Austin MacPhee gestures to the Hearts players during the 5-2 win over St Mirren in his latest game in interim charge. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS

Alan Pattullo: Austin MacPhee looks like a good fit – even if Allan Preston doesn’t think so

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Former Catalan Minister Clara Ponsati. Picture: PA

Why ‘sedition’ has no place in a mature democracy – top leader

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The scaffolding being constructed in Princes Street Gardens for the Christmas market

Christmas market farce: Edinburgh’s citizens want their city back – Cliff Hague

Columnists

Independence campaigners take part in an ''All Under One Banner march in Edinburgh (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Some people don’t seem to understand the main reason for Scottish independence – Joyce McMillan

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Campaigners for trans rights, which has grown as a political issue in recent years, protest outside the Scottish Parliament (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

History teaches us that predatory men will abuse trans rights – Gina Davidson

Columnists

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“That sounds like a manifesto to me” - Joyce McMillan on what the new creative team at the Traverse could mean for the future of theatre in Scotland

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How going the extra mile could save you £10k off your next car

Used Car

McLaren Elva revealed as 60s-inspired 804bhp roadster

McLaren Elva revealed as 60s-inspired 804bhp roadster

McLaren

2020 Skoda Octavia revealed with plug-in hybrid and new tech

2020 Skoda Octavia revealed with plug-in hybrid and new tech

Skoda

Speed limiters and breathalyser tech to be fitted to all new cars from 2022

Speed limiters and breathalyser tech to be fitted to all new cars from 2022

Drink-driving

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Rosie Healey, co-founder of acclaimed restaurant Alchemilla, to open new venture in Glasgow’s west e

Food and drink

Galaxy become first major milk chocolate brand to offer vegan alternative

Food and drink

Arbikie celebrate

In pictures: Scotland’s top gin makers and gins crowned at this year's Scottish Gin Awards

Lifestyle

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Scotland's £10 billion maritime sector on crest of a wave

Business

David Gray has become the managing director of NSPS. Picture: Contributed

Aberdeen's NSPS gearing up for expansion with new MD

Business

UserTesting chief executive Andy MacMillan (left) and Bruce Hunter. Picture: Stewart Attwood

Edinburgh arm of California tech group trebles in size

Business

Superglass has doubled capacity at its Stirling factory on the back of the investment. Picture: Contributed

Russian owner’s £37m Superglass investment a ‘vote of confidence’ in Stirling site

Business

Brett Lawrence and Gillian McLaren are the new owners of The Golf Inn in St Andrews. Picture: Contributed

Iconic St Andrews inn on course for makeover after changing hands

Business

FirstGroup is one of the biggest public transport operators in the UK. Picture: Contributed

FirstGroup sees bus ticket milestone but losses widen

Business

Scotland's £10 billion maritime sector on crest of a wave
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Scottish summers of yesteryear celebrated in new exhibition at top Edinburgh hotel

Heritage

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10 Scottish adventures that you and your kids will love

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King of Scotland Robert Bruce (1274 - 1329). Picture: Getty

In the footsteps of Kings: app brings Fife history to life

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