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Support for North and North-East Farmers at Holyrood

Farmers and crofters in Scotland are rallying at Holyrood to demand more support from the government. The Scottish Conservatives have accused the SNP of neglecting the agricultural industry in the region. Despite a significant...
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Scotland to Remove Free Bus Passes for Misbehaving Teens

Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop has announced that the Scottish Government is considering removing free bus passes from individuals who engage in anti-social behavior while on public transportation. This decision comes after the tragic death...
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Man Arrested in Aberdeen Coastal Road Two-Vehicle Crash

One person is in custody after a collision involving two vehicles on Aberdeen's Coast Road. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The police have arrested a man in...
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Janey Godley’s ‘Final Tour’ Details for Two Cities: Dates, Venues, and Tickets

Scottish comedian Janey Godley will be making her final tour in two cities as part of her funeral arrangements. She sadly passed away on November 2 after a battle with cancer, a journey that...
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Buckie Housing Development Raises Concerns Over Transportation and Aesthetics

Proposals for a new housing development on the outskirts of Buckie have been approved, despite concerns raised by local officials. The project, which will consist of 174 homes, was given the green light by...
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Emergency Incident Causes Restrictions on Glasgow’s M8 Highway

Glasgow's M8 motorway is currently facing restrictions due to an emergency incident at Junction 17 (St George's Cross). According to Traffic Scotland, one lane of the westbound carriageway is restricted because of a collision....
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Chemical Spill Causes Scotrail Train Cancellations in Inverness

ScotRail services in Inverness have come to a halt due to a chemical spill that occurred this morning. The spill has led to the cancellation of trains in and out of Inverness, with services...
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Emergency Legislation Passes at Holyrood to Release Short-Term Prisoners Early

Emergency Legislation Passes at Holyrood to Release Short-Term Prisoners EarlyA new bill has been passed by MSPs in Scotland that will result in the early release of a significant number of short-term prisoners. The...
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Jimmy Thelin Blames Emotions for Aberdeen’s Loss at Hibernian

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin was disappointed with his team's performance in the thrilling 3-3 draw against Hibernian at Easter Road. He attributed the loss to a lack of control over emotions, especially in the...
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Ceasefire Agreement Reached Between Benjamin Netanyahu and Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that a ceasefire agreement has been reached with Hezbollah in Lebanon after weeks of negotiations with the US and other Western allies. He stated that he would...
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RAF Pilot Recalls Terrifying Crash at Elgin Airfield: Horror Injuries and Survival Story

An RAF pilot shared the harrowing experience of his plane's engine failing right after take-off, causing him to crash at an Elgin airfield. Iain Bright, a flight lieutenant from RAF Lossiemouth, recounted how he...
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Queensferry Crossing Closures: An In-Depth Analysis

On November 24, 2024, the Queensferry Crossing experienced a closure due to ice accumulation on the suspension cables, caused by Storm Bert. This closure lasted for about 15 hours, with one vehicle sustaining a...
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Aberdeen FC Fan Zone Alcohol Bid Withdrawn: What Happened?

Aberdeen Football Club recently made headlines when they decided to cancel their plan to sell alcohol outside Pittodrie Stadium before their upcoming match against St Johnstone. The club had initially applied for a temporary...
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Doddie Weir Foundation Achieves Milestone in MND Research Funding

The late former Scotland rugby star, Doddie Weir, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in 2016, founded a charity called My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. This foundation has successfully raised over £18 million...
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Costco Plans Expansion with New Petrol Station in Westhill

Costco, the wholesale giant, is considering expanding its offerings in Westhill by building a new petrol station near its mega store at the Arnhall Business Park. This potential development would be located on Endeavour...
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Oil Rig Evacuation: Supply Vessel Collides with Rig, 50+ Staff Rescued

Over 50 staff members were safely evacuated from an oil rig after a supply vessel collided with the rig. The incident took place on the Valaris 120 installation, located approximately 150 miles East of...
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Aberdeen Captain Graeme Shinnie: Why Title Talk Is Premature

Aberdeen's captain, Graeme Shinnie, expressed his thoughts on the premature discussion about his club's Premiership title prospects. Shinnie believes it is too early in the season to be talking about title challenges and emphasizes...
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Media Coverage: Bluesky’s Emergence and BBC’s Reporting on ICC Arrest Warrant

Good evening and welcome to Media Watch. This week we bring you up to speed with the evolution of Bluesky, while looking at anger over the BBC's coverage of an arrest warrant being issued...
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Identifying Missing Woman Shanahan MacInnes: Body Found in Western Isles

Police in the Western Isles were alerted to the discovery of a body in the Aird area of Benbecula on Sunday afternoon. This news came after Shanahan MacInnes, a 28-year-old woman, was reported missing...
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UK Prime Minister Suggests Arresting Benjamin Netanyahu for War Crimes

The UK Prime Minister's spokesperson announced that if Benjamin Netanyahu were to visit the UK, the Labour Government would be obligated to arrest him based on the arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal...
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Cruelty Exposed: Sheriff Condemns Carer’s Threats towards Vulnerable OAP

A former care worker, Shannon Ashley Anderson, was in court for threatening William Maguire, a vulnerable 79-year-old with dementia. Anderson filmed herself crawling into his room at the Fodderty House Care Home in Dingwall...
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Man Charged with Possession of £200,000 Worth of Cocaine on A9 Highway

A man has been accused of possessing a significant amount of cocaine, valued at over £200,000, after police conducted a search of a car on the A9 highway. The incident took place near Ralia...
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Iona Fyfe Elected Rector of Aberdeen University: Folk Singer Honoured

Iona Fyfe, a folk singer from Huntly, has been elected as the new rector of Aberdeen University. The rector position, dating back to the university's establishment in 1495, symbolizes the student body at important...
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Stephen Flynn Drops Dual Mandate Bid

Stephen Flynn has made a decision to no longer pursue holding dual positions, admitting that he had made an error in his judgement. The SNP Westminster leader had caused a rift within the party...
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Aberdeen’s Strategy to Mitigate Bojan Miovski’s Departure: Insights from Graeme Shinnie

Aberdeen faced a significant challenge when star striker Bojan Miovski was sold to Girona in the summer for a club record transfer fee. Miovski had been a key player for the team, scoring 26...
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Gavin and Stacey Christmas Finale: Fan-Favorite Mystery Solved

The Gavin and Stacey Christmas special finale is finally here, and fans are eager to see how the beloved characters have been faring. The BBC comedy series will pick up five years after the...
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Stephen Flynn’s Plan to Resign as Aberdeen South MP if Elected to Holyrood

Stephen Flynn, the SNP Westminster leader, recently made headlines when he announced his decision to step down from his Aberdeen South Westminster seat if he is successful in his bid to enter the Scottish...
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End Israeli Arms Deals: Labour Urged After ICC Arrest Warrants

The Labour Government is under pressure to stop all arms exports to Israel following arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....
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Ramp Up Premiership Form: Aberdeen Boss Jimmy Thelin’s Sharper, Stronger, Faster Demand

Aberdeen boss Jimmy Thelin is pushing his team to be sharper, stronger, and faster as they continue their impressive run in the Premiership. Despite an 11-game unbeaten streak, Thelin believes there is still room...
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Travel Disruption Following Glasgow Bomb Threat: Latest Updates and Impact on Transportation

Glasgow experienced chaos and travel disruptions following a bomb threat at Buchanan Bus Station. The police received a report of a suspicious item, prompting emergency crews to respond quickly. The bus station was evacuated,...