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Bollywood’s beloved actor Varun Dhawan is back with another charming post that has left fans guessing, this time from the scenic landscapes of Scotland. Known for his playful demeanor and infectious charm, Varun has captured the hearts of many with his social media updates while shooting for his upcoming comedy film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. What started as a simple post has now become the subject of fan speculation, with many wondering whether his co-star Mrunal Thakur played a role in the sweet gesture. The film, directed by David Dhawan, is currently in production with Varun Dhawan, Mrunal…

A small field in the Scottish countryside, located near the Solway Firth, has become the center of a historic revelation that could change everything we thought we knew about the origins of modern football. The site, near Anwoth Kirk in Dumfries and Galloway, is believed to be the world’s oldest football pitch, dating back to the 1600s, nearly two centuries before the founding of the Football Association in England. Sports historian Ged O’Brien uncovered evidence suggesting that games were being played on this very patch of land, which not only pre-dates the official codification of football but might also explain…

In a time when NHS Scotland faces growing pressure from limited funding, an innovative approach to digital transformation might be the key to improving patient access without the need for significant new resources. While funding challenges persist, the strategic adoption of cloud telephony and digital tools presents an opportunity for NHS Scotland to future-proof its patient access systems, drawing inspiration from NHS England’s successful digital shift. The Importance of Telephony in Patient Access Phones are far from obsolete in the digital healthcare age. In fact, they remain the primary method by which patients interact with NHS practices. Figures from NHS…

Donald Trump’s ties to Scotland are both personal and professional, intertwining family heritage with high-profile business ventures. From his maternal roots in the Isle of Lewis to his controversial investments in Aberdeenshire, Trump’s connection to the Scottish Highlands runs deep. As he plans another visit to Scotland, the relationship between the former U.S. president and the country continues to attract both admiration and opposition. Family Heritage in the Isle of Lewis Donald Trump’s Scottish roots trace back to his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, who was born in Tong, a small village on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides.…

The crisis in Scotland’s education sector deepened today as figures revealed a nearly 30% surge in the number of teachers leaving the profession over the past four years. The rise in teachers de-registering from the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) has sparked alarm across the country, with critics accusing the Scottish National Party (SNP) of mishandling the issue and “driving teachers out of schools.” The Teacher Exodus The statistics show that the rate of teachers exiting the profession has sharply accelerated, with thousands more leaving compared to previous years. Scottish Labour has seized on this trend, accusing the SNP…

LONDON, May 4 (Reuters) – Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK, has confirmed plans to significantly increase his visits to Scotland in the coming months, aiming to capitalise on his party’s success in England’s recent local elections. Reform UK gained over 600 seats and secured control of 10 local authorities, in addition to a victory in the Westminster by-election for Runcorn and Helsby. Farage’s visits are part of the party’s broader strategy to gain momentum ahead of Scotland's Holyrood elections in 2026, where Reform UK is forecast to perform strongly. The party’s leader aims to secure Reform’s first Members…

Two major security investigations prompt nationwide arrests as government flags surge in hostile state activity In one of Britain’s most significant national security operations in recent years, eight men, including seven Iranian nationals, have been arrested across England in connection with two separate counter-terrorism investigations, British authorities confirmed on Sunday. The operations, which unfolded across London, Manchester, Rochdale, Stockport, Swindon, and other urban centres, have been described by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper as among “the biggest counter state threat and counter-terrorism operations that we have seen in recent years.” Nationwide Sweep Targets Tehran-Linked Threats The UK’s Metropolitan Police stated that…

Retrofit superjumbo completes tour of Barcelona, Berlin, London before debuting on transatlantic route for startup carrier In a bold move signalling its ambitions to disrupt long-haul air travel, Global Airlines has launched a high-profile European showcase of its flagship Airbus A380 ahead of its first commercial flight later this month. The double-decker aircraft—registration 9H-GLOBL—has already turned heads with stops in Barcelona, Berlin, and now London, as the newly formed airline prepares for its Glasgow to New York inaugural flight on May 15. A Superjumbo Returns The A380, once the pride of fleets like Emirates and Singapore Airlines, had seen its…

Aviva-backed 100-year climate programme aims to stitch together rare temperate woodlands from Cornwall to the HighlandsBy [Staff Writer]Published: May 5, 2025 A £40 million climate restoration project is set to transform the UK’s Atlantic edge—and Scotland’s long-overlooked temperate rainforests are finally being brought into the fold. Insurance giant Aviva is funding the Wildlife Trusts’ new 100-year programme to restore and connect temperate rainforest habitat across Britain’s western coastline. The plan, now among the UK’s most ambitious nature-based climate strategies, will establish more than 1,700 hectares of coastal rainforest, stretching from Cornwall to the Highlands. Although no specific Scottish sites have…

A cash crisis in Scotland's livestock sector threatens to erase centuries-old farming traditions and reshape the country’s rural identity In the rolling glens and wind-scoured hills of rural Scotland, a quiet disappearance is underway. Once a defining feature of the landscape, cattle and sheep are slowly vanishing from the fields as livestock farms teeter on the brink of collapse, squeezed by soaring costs and stagnant returns. Official figures show the average livestock farm in Scotland earned just £2,600 in profit last year—a figure so low it borders on symbolic. For two-thirds of farms, it wasn’t just bad; it was unsustainable.…