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Nov
28
2023
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By Ishan Crawford
W Edinburgh: A New Luxury Hotel with Stunning Views and Amenities

W Edinburgh: A New Luxury Hotel with Stunning Views and Amenities

News, Travel
W Edinburgh, a new luxury hotel by Marriott International, has opened its doors to the public, offering a spectacular experience of the Scottish capital. The hotel is part of the £850m St James Quarter development, which also includes retail, dining, leisure and entertainment facilities. SushiSamba: A Fusion of Flavours on the Rooftop One of the highlights of the hotel is SushiSamba, a restaurant concept that blends Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisine, culture, music and design. SushiSamba is located on the 10th and 11th floors of the hotel, featuring a main dining room with views of Edinburgh’s skyline, a bar and…
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Nov
28
2023
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By Ishan Crawford
Scotland urged to ban wood burning stoves to reduce air pollution

Scotland urged to ban wood burning stoves to reduce air pollution

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Scotland is facing increasing pressure to ban the use of wood burning stoves and other solid fuels in homes, as experts warn of the health risks associated with air pollution. Wood burning stoves linked to respiratory diseases According to a recent study by the British Lung Foundation and Asthma UK, more than 2.4 million people in Scotland are living in areas with unsafe levels of air pollution, which can cause or worsen respiratory diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and lung cancer. The study also found that wood burning stoves are a major contributor to air pollution,…
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Nov
28
2023
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By Ishan Crawford
Scotland retains European curling title with thrilling win over Norway

Scotland retains European curling title with thrilling win over Norway

News, Sports
Scotland’s curling team has won the European Curling Championships for the second consecutive year, after defeating Norway 9-8 in a nail-biting final in Aberdeen on Sunday. The Scots, led by skip Bruce Mouat, came back from a 5-2 deficit in the fifth end to clinch the gold medal with a last-stone draw in the tenth end. A dramatic comeback The final was a tense affair, with both teams exchanging points in the first four ends. Norway, skipped by Steffen Walstad, took a commanding lead in the fifth end, scoring three points with a double takeout. However, Scotland did not give…
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Nov
28
2023
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By Ishan Crawford
Scottish eateries make it to the top 100 list of UK’s best restaurants

Scottish eateries make it to the top 100 list of UK’s best restaurants

Food, News
Scotland has a rich culinary heritage and a diverse range of cuisines, from traditional dishes like haggis and neeps to modern fusion creations. Some of the best Scottish restaurants have been recognised in the latest edition of the Harden’s Best UK Restaurants guide, which ranks the top 100 eateries in the country based on customer reviews. The Scottish contenders The Harden’s guide, which is now in its 30th year, is based on a survey of over 10,000 diners who contributed more than 50,000 reviews. The guide covers over 3,000 restaurants across the UK, and the top 100 list is a…
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Nov
28
2023
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By Ishan Crawford
Scottish workers urged to join campaign against Israeli arms trade

Scottish workers urged to join campaign against Israeli arms trade

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A group of activists and trade unionists in Scotland have launched a campaign to stop the supply of weapons and military equipment from Scottish factories to Israel. The campaign, called Stop Arming Israel, aims to expose the complicity of Scottish companies in the Israeli occupation and oppression of Palestinians, and to pressure them to end their contracts with the Israeli military. The role of Scottish companies in the Israeli war machine According to the campaign, several Scottish companies are involved in the production and export of arms and military technology to Israel. These include Leonardo, Raytheon, Thales, and Chemring. These…
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Nov
28
2023
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The hidden agenda behind the Israel-Hamas war

The hidden agenda behind the Israel-Hamas war

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The recent escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas has drawn international attention and condemnation. The conflict, which began on November 10, 2023, has claimed the lives of more than 200 people, mostly Palestinians, and injured thousands more. The world media has portrayed the war as a result of Hamas firing rockets at Israeli cities, provoking a harsh response from the Israeli military. However, there is more to the story than meets the eye. In this article, we will explore some of the underlying factors and motivations that have fueled the war and why the media is not telling you…
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Nov
28
2023
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Doctor Who’s new trans character inspires fans across the world

Doctor Who’s new trans character inspires fans across the world

Entertainment, News
Doctor Who, the popular British sci-fi show, has introduced its first transgender character in its latest episode, titled “The Timeless Children”. The character, named Tecteun, is a member of an ancient alien race called the Time Lords, who have the ability to regenerate into different forms and genders. Tecteun is revealed to be the adoptive mother of the Doctor, the main protagonist of the show, who has also regenerated into different genders throughout the series. A groundbreaking representation of trans identity The inclusion of a trans character in Doctor Who is a significant milestone for the representation of trans people…
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Nov
28
2023
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Scotland faces a critical moment in the fight against HIV/AIDS

Scotland faces a critical moment in the fight against HIV/AIDS

Health, News
As the world marks World AIDS Day on December 1, Scotland stands at a crossroads in its efforts to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. The country has made significant progress in reducing new infections, improving access to treatment and care, and eliminating stigma and discrimination. However, challenges remain, especially in reaching key populations, addressing health inequalities, and ensuring sustainability of the response. Scotland’s achievements and challenges in the HIV response Scotland has been a global leader in the HIV response, being the first country in the world to provide universal access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a daily pill that…
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Nov
28
2023
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Scotland urged to follow Canada’s example on assisted dying

Scotland urged to follow Canada’s example on assisted dying

Health, News
Scotland should not be deterred by the isolated cases of abuse in Canada’s assisted dying system, according to a leading campaigner for the right to die. Sheila Duffy, the chief executive of Dignity in Dying Scotland, said that the Canadian model was “the best in the world” and that the benefits outweighed the risks. Canada’s assisted dying law Canada legalized medical assistance in dying (MAID) in 2016, after the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the ban on assisted dying violated the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The law allows eligible adults who are suffering intolerably from a grievous and irremediable medical condition to request and receive help to end their lives.…
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Nov
28
2023
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BBC apologises after ‘editing errors’ in Gaza report

BBC apologises after ‘editing errors’ in Gaza report

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The BBC has issued an apology after it admitted to making ‘editing errors’ in a report on the recent Israeli airstrikes on Gaza. The report, which aired on BBC World News on November 27, 2023, showed footage of a building being destroyed by an Israeli missile, but failed to mention that the building was used by Hamas as a media centre and a weapons store. The report and the errors The report, titled ‘Gaza: The children who have seen too much’, was part of a series of stories on the impact of the conflict on the civilians in Gaza, especially…
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