Zane Lee

Zane Lee is a talented content writer at Cumbernauld Media, specializing in the finance and business niche. With a keen interest in the ever-evolving world of finance, Zane brings a unique perspective to his articles and blog posts. His in-depth knowledge and research skills allow him to provide valuable insights and analysis on various financial topics. Zane's passion for writing and his ability to simplify complex concepts make his content engaging and accessible to readers of all levels.
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Wildfires Scorch Scotland as Climate Crisis Hits Home

Wildfires Scorch Scotland as Climate Crisis Hits Home

From the wooded glens of Arran to the rugged expanses of Inverpolly in the northwest Highlands, wildfires have erupted across the country in recent weeks, torching landscapes and displacing wildlife in what experts warn is becoming a dangerous new normal. Climate scientists and government ministers say the recent fires — including a major blaze on the Isle of Bute last week — are further proof that rising global temperatures are reshaping Scotland’s natural environment. And with spring only just underway, concern is growing about what lies ahead. “These fires are not isolated — they are part of an escalating pattern,”…
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167-Million-Year-Old Massive Footprints Discovered in Scotland Set the Scene for a Jurassic Park Movie

167-Million-Year-Old Massive Footprints Discovered in Scotland Set the Scene for a Jurassic Park Movie

A remarkable discovery on the Isle of Skye in Scotland has unveiled a treasure trove of dinosaur footprints, providing an extraordinary glimpse into life during the Middle Jurassic. The find, which includes 131 in-situ tracks preserved in rippled sandstones, is poised to reshape our understanding of prehistoric ecosystems and may even evoke images of a real-life Jurassic Park. The Prehistoric Lagoon Where Dinosaurs Walked Located at Prince Charles’s Point, a remote intertidal platform, these dinosaur footprints date back to the Late Bathonian stage of the Middle Jurassic, around 167 million years ago. The site offers one of the most detailed…
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Guts and Grit: Scotland Women U18 Show Courage Despite Tough Losses at Six Nations Festival Opener

Guts and Grit: Scotland Women U18 Show Courage Despite Tough Losses at Six Nations Festival Opener

Scotland's U18 women opened their 2025 Six Nations Festival campaign with heavy defeats, but what they showed in fight and firepower painted a different picture from the scoreboard. From fearless tackles to smart set-piece pressure, the young Scots made their mark in Wellington, even as France and Wales ran up the numbers. Head coach Lindsey Smith says there's plenty to take forward. And she’s not wrong. Smith sees bright spots in tough openers Lindsey Smith didn’t mince her words, but neither did she dwell on the negatives. Standing on the sidelines after a bruising double-header, the Scotland Women U18 head…
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Scotland’s Largest Community Solar Farm Clears Key Hurdle

Scotland’s Largest Community Solar Farm Clears Key Hurdle

A remote Scottish island is about to host a landmark in the country’s clean energy journey. The Isle of Arran, often celebrated for its scenic beauty and ecological diversity, is now making headlines for a different reason: it’s home to Scotland’s largest fully community-owned solar farm, the Glenkiln Solar Project. This £5 million initiative is being led by Arran Community Renewables (ACR), a local Community Benefit Society, and has just secured planning approval. If completed on schedule by 2027, Glenkiln could become a national benchmark—not only in terms of scale but also for its model of community participation and land…
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Baloch Community in Scotland Stages Protest Over Crackdown on BYC in Pakistan

Baloch Community in Scotland Stages Protest Over Crackdown on BYC in Pakistan

Dozens of Baloch activists gathered outside the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday in a show of solidarity with the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), protesting what they allege is an intensifying crackdown by Pakistani authorities on political dissent and human rights in Balochistan. The demonstration, held in the heart of Edinburgh, condemned Pakistan’s treatment of Baloch activists and drew attention to allegations of enforced disappearances, arbitrary detentions, and extrajudicial killings reportedly carried out by the country’s security forces. Organized by the Baloch diaspora in Scotland, the protest is part of a growing international campaign to raise awareness of alleged abuses in Pakistan’s…
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Public Health Scotland Ramps Up Plea as Covid Spring Vaccine Uptake Falters

Public Health Scotland Ramps Up Plea as Covid Spring Vaccine Uptake Falters

Public Health Scotland is pushing harder than ever to get jabs in arms this spring — especially in East Lothian — as new data hints at waning protection and rising Covid concerns ahead of summer. Health officials say the window is closing fast. With the spring Covid vaccine campaign running until June 30, those most vulnerable — particularly over-75s, care home residents, and people with weakened immune systems — are being urged not to delay. The message is clear: protection fades, and topping up immunity could keep thousands out of hospital. Uptake Worries Linger as Eligibility Letters Go Out The…
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Scotland’s Carbon Footprint Sees Sharpest Annual Surge in Two Decades

Scotland’s Carbon Footprint Sees Sharpest Annual Surge in Two Decades

Scotland has recorded its largest annual rise in carbon emissions in over 20 years, with new government data revealing a sharp 15% increase in the national carbon footprint between 2020 and 2021. The country’s footprint — which accounts for the climate impact of all goods and services consumed in Scotland, including imported products, domestic travel, heating, and more — rose from 52 million tonnes to 59 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. The figures, released on 8 April 2025, mark a dramatic rebound in climate-harming emissions following the pandemic-related slowdown in global economic activity. Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels — and…
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Seven-Year-Old King: James VI’s First Letter Revealed in Rare Public Display

Seven-Year-Old King: James VI’s First Letter Revealed in Rare Public Display

EDINBURGH – A letter penned by a seven-year-old King James VI of Scotland, believed to be the earliest surviving written correspondence by the future monarch, will go on public display for the first time later this month as part of a landmark exhibition. The document, preserved by National Records of Scotland (NRS), forms the centrepiece of The World of King James VI & I, a major exhibition opening at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait on April 26. The show commemorates 400 years since the death of the king who would go on to rule not just Scotland but also England and…
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Scotland Approves UK’s Largest Pumped Hydro Storage Scheme in Highland Energy Breakthrough

Scotland Approves UK’s Largest Pumped Hydro Storage Scheme in Highland Energy Breakthrough

Scotland’s energy ambitions just got a major jolt. The government has approved the UK’s biggest-ever pumped hydro project—1.8GW strong with 40GWh of energy storage capacity—planned for Loch Earba in the heart of the Highlands. This isn’t just another infrastructure announcement. It’s a bold move, marking a key moment for the country’s renewable energy landscape. Loch Earba’s Massive Storage Bet Loch Earba might not be a household name, but it’s about to be at the centre of the UK’s clean energy transformation. Gilkes Energy’s pumped hydro storage (PHS) scheme at the loch is the largest ever given the green light in…
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Refugee Festival Scotland Media Awards 2025 Opens for Entries

Refugee Festival Scotland Media Awards 2025 Opens for Entries

The Refugee Festival Scotland Media Awards 2025 are now open for entries, with nominations sought from across Scotland’s media landscape to honour exceptional journalism focused on refugee and asylum issues. Organised by the Scottish Refugee Council in partnership with the National Union of Journalists (NUJ), the awards spotlight stories that foster greater public understanding of forced migration, while championing accuracy, fairness, and sensitivity in coverage of people seeking protection in Scotland. Categories and Eligibility Entries are open to journalists, editors, independent media, and members of the public who wish to nominate impactful reporting. The awards will recognise standout work across…
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