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How The National is supporting the Yes movement on Black Friday 2023

How The National is supporting the Yes movement on Black Friday 2023

Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving, when many retailers offer huge discounts and deals to attract customers. But for The National, the pro-independence newspaper of Scotland, Black Friday is also a day to support the Yes movement and the cause of Scottish independence. The National’s Black Friday campaign The National has launched a special Black Friday campaign to boost its circulation and reach more readers who support or are curious about Scottish independence. The campaign offers a 50% discount on the annual digital subscription, which gives access to the website, e-edition, and app. The offer is valid from November…
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Nickelback to rock Glasgow in 2024 as part of their Get Rollin’ world tour

Nickelback to rock Glasgow in 2024 as part of their Get Rollin’ world tour

The Canadian rock band Nickelback has announced a Scottish date at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow as part of their Get Rollin’ world tour in 2024. The band will perform at the venue on June 15, 2024, along with special guests Theory of a Deadman and Monster Truck. Tickets go on sale on Friday, December 1, 2023 Fans of Nickelback can get their tickets for the Glasgow show from Friday, December 1, 2023, at 9 am. The tickets will be available online from Ticketmaster and See Tickets, as well as from the OVO Hydro box office. The prices range from…
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Fred Sirieix slams Nigel Farage for ruining the economy with Brexit

Fred Sirieix slams Nigel Farage for ruining the economy with Brexit

The French restaurateur and TV personality Fred Sirieix has criticised the former UKIP leader Nigel Farage for his role in promoting Brexit, which he said has damaged the economy and the hospitality sector. Brexit has been a disaster for the UK, says Sirieix In an interview with STV News, Sirieix said that he was “very angry” with Farage and his supporters for pushing for the UK to leave the European Union, which he said has caused a lot of problems for businesses and workers. He said: “Brexit has been a disaster for the UK. It has been a disaster for…
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Fire breaks out in server room of Royal Mile shops

Fire breaks out in server room of Royal Mile shops

A fire erupted in the server room of a building that houses several shops on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh on Tuesday morning, forcing the closure of the street and the evacuation of the premises. Smoke seen from the windows The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) received a call at 9.45am reporting a fire in the basement of a building on the High Street, near the junction with North Bridge. The fire was located in the server room of the building, which hosts a number of shops, including a souvenir shop, a whisky shop and a cafe. The fire crews…
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Dolphins join lifeboat crew for training exercise in Girvan

Dolphins join lifeboat crew for training exercise in Girvan

A group of dolphins decided to make a splash and join a lifeboat crew for a training exercise in Girvan, South Ayrshire. The playful pod was spotted by the volunteers of the Girvan Lifeboat Station on Sunday, as they were practising their manoeuvres near the harbour. A rare and amazing sight The crew members were delighted and amazed by the rare sight of the dolphins, which are not often seen in the area. They captured some footage of the dolphins swimming alongside their boat and jumping out of the water. The video was shared on the station’s Facebook page, where…
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SNP MP urges UK Government to scrap VAT on sunscreen to prevent skin cancer

SNP MP urges UK Government to scrap VAT on sunscreen to prevent skin cancer

SNP MP Amy Callaghan has warned that melanoma skin cancer cases will rise if the UK Government does not remove VAT on sunscreen products. She said that sunscreen is a “necessity, not a luxury” and called for it to be exempt from the 20% tax. Sunscreen is a ‘lifesaver’ for people with fair skin Callaghan, who represents East Dunbartonshire, said that she was diagnosed with melanoma at the age of 19 and had to undergo several surgeries and treatments. She said that sunscreen is a “lifesaver” for people with fair skin like her, who are more prone to sunburn and…
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Alistair Wilson’s murder: 19 years on, the mystery remains unsolved

Alistair Wilson’s murder: 19 years on, the mystery remains unsolved

A cold-blooded killing on a quiet street On the evening of November 28, 2004, Alistair Wilson, a 30-year-old banker and father of two, was reading a bedtime story to his sons at his home in Nairn, a seaside town in the Scottish Highlands. His wife Veronica answered the doorbell and saw a man wearing a baseball cap and dark clothes, who asked for Alistair by name. Alistair went downstairs to speak to the stranger, who handed him a blue envelope with the name Paul written on it. The envelope was empty. Alistair returned to his wife, puzzled by the encounter,…
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Aberdeen Grammar School sees surge in applications after Lord Byron’s bicentenary

Aberdeen Grammar School sees surge in applications after Lord Byron’s bicentenary

The historic school where the famous poet Lord Byron studied has become a hotspot for parents who want their children to follow his footsteps. Aberdeen Grammar School, which was founded in 1257, has seen a spike in applications for the next academic year, coinciding with the 200th anniversary of Byron’s death. A legacy of excellence and creativity Aberdeen Grammar School is one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in Scotland, with a long list of notable alumni, including Lord Byron, who attended the school from 1794 to 1798. Byron, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest Romantic…
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Glasgow Warriors boosted by George Horne’s return for Munster clash

Glasgow Warriors boosted by George Horne’s return for Munster clash

Glasgow Warriors have received a big injury boost ahead of their United Rugby Championship quarter-final against Munster on Friday night, as scrum-half George Horne is in contention to return from a hamstring injury. Horne’s impact Horne, who has scored 30 tries in 67 appearances for the Warriors, missed the last two games against Benetton and Ulster after tweaking his hamstring in the win over the Scarlets on November 12. He was initially ruled out for four to six weeks, but has made a quicker than expected recovery and could feature in the crucial knockout game at Scotstoun Stadium. Horne’s availability…
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The Snow Queen: A Magical Musical Adventure at the Lyceum Theatre

The Snow Queen: A Magical Musical Adventure at the Lyceum Theatre

The Royal Lyceum Theatre in Edinburgh is presenting a new Scottish adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale, The Snow Queen, as its festive show for 2023. The musical, written by Morna Young and directed by Cora Bissett, features 14 original songs by Finn Anderson and a talented cast of actors, singers and musicians. The show runs from November 23 until January 1, 2024. A Modern Twist on a Timeless Story The Snow Queen tells the story of Gerda, a brave and brilliant Edinburgh lass who sets out to rescue her best friend Kei, who has been kidnapped by…
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