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Dec
07
2023
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By Ishan Crawford
Scottish community celebrates historic land purchase for rewilding and housing

Scottish community celebrates historic land purchase for rewilding and housing

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A group of villagers in the west coast of Scotland have achieved a remarkable feat of securing ownership of a large area of land that will be used for rewilding and creating affordable homes for local people. A landmark deal with a rewilding firm The villagers of Ardgour, a small community in the Lochaber region, have signed a landmark deal with Rewilding Britain, a charity that promotes restoring nature and wildlife to degraded landscapes. The deal involves the purchase of 1,500 hectares of land from the Ardgour Estate, which has been owned by the same family for over 600 years. The purchase price of £1.6 million was raised through a combination of grants,…
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Dec
07
2023
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Glasgow’s second tallest building could be a student tower block

Glasgow’s second tallest building could be a student tower block

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A proposal to build a 36-story student tower block on the site of a former tax office in Glasgow has been submitted to the city council. The project, named The Ard, would be the second tallest building in Glasgow, after the 127-meter-high Stobhill Hospital. A new landmark for Glasgow The Ard would be located on India Street at Charing Cross, where Portcullis House currently stands. Portcullis House was built in the 1970s and later became home to HM Revenue and Customs. The developers, Watkin Jones Group, purchased the property in August 2020 and plan to demolish it to make way for…
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Dec
07
2023
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How a molecule could help fight cancer with fewer side effects

How a molecule could help fight cancer with fewer side effects

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Scientists in Dundee have made a major discovery that could lead to new cancer treatments with fewer side effects. They have found how some cancer drugs can target specific proteins that are essential for the survival of cancer cells. The role of protein kinases in cancer Protein kinases are enzymes that regulate the activity of other proteins by adding phosphate groups to them. They are involved in many cellular processes, such as growth, division, survival, and movement. However, when protein kinases are mutated or overexpressed, they can cause cancer by driving uncontrolled cell proliferation and resistance to cell death. There are more…
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Dec
07
2023
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How Scotland could use Trident budget for social security after independence

How Scotland could use Trident budget for social security after independence

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Scotland could save billions of pounds by scrapping the Trident nuclear weapons system and investing the money in social security, according to a new report by the Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (SCND). Trident: a costly and immoral burden The report, titled “Trident: a costly and immoral burden”, argues that the UK’s nuclear deterrent is not only a threat to global peace and security, but also a drain on public finances that could be better spent on welfare, health, education and other public services. The report estimates that the UK spends about £5.2 billion a year on maintaining and operating Trident, which…
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Dec
07
2023
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Lorna Slater’s phone call sparks political row in Scotland

Lorna Slater’s phone call sparks political row in Scotland

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Green Party co-leader accused of lobbying for private company Lorna Slater, the co-leader of the Scottish Green Party and the Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, has been accused of lobbying for a private company in which she holds shares. Slater made a phone call to the Scottish Government’s energy consents unit on behalf of Orbital Marine Power, a tidal energy company where she worked as an engineer before becoming a minister. Slater claimed that she was only seeking information on the status of Orbital’s application for a marine licence, which was delayed due to a legal challenge…
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Dec
07
2023
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How Smartphones in Classrooms Affect Students’ Learning and Well-being

How Smartphones in Classrooms Affect Students’ Learning and Well-being

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Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, but they can also pose challenges and risks when used in educational settings. In this article, we will explore how smartphones in classrooms affect students’ learning and well-being, and what policies and practices can be adopted to balance the benefits and drawbacks of these devices. The Impact of Smartphones on Learning Outcomes Smartphones can be useful tools for learning, as they can provide access to information, communication, and collaboration. However, they can also be sources of distraction, disruption, and cheating. Research has shown that students who use their smartphones for non-academic purposes during…
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Dec
07
2023
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Boris Johnson faces angry crowd after UK Covid-19 Inquiry

Boris Johnson faces angry crowd after UK Covid-19 Inquiry

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PM booed and jeered by protesters outside the inquiry venue Prime Minister Boris Johnson was met with a chorus of boos and jeers as he left the UK Covid-19 Inquiry on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The inquiry, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Lord Reed, is investigating the government’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on the country. Johnson, who testified for more than four hours, defended his decisions and actions during the crisis, saying he acted with “the best of intentions” and followed the scientific advice. He admitted that there were “things we could have done differently”…
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Dec
07
2023
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Taylor Swift’s political silence on Palestine tarnishes her reputation

Taylor Swift’s political silence on Palestine tarnishes her reputation

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Taylor Swift, one of the most influential and successful pop stars of the 21st century, has been widely criticized for her lack of comment on the ongoing crisis in Palestine. Despite being known for her activism and advocacy on various issues, such as LGBTQ+ rights, women’s rights, voting rights and climate change, Swift has remained silent on the plight of the Palestinian people amid the escalating conflict in Gaza. This has disappointed and angered many of her fans, who have urged her to use her voice and platform to support Palestine and condemn the Israeli occupation and aggression. Swift’s silence…
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Dec
07
2023
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How Biden’s Foreign Policy Could Backfire in the 2023 Election

How Biden’s Foreign Policy Could Backfire in the 2023 Election

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President Joe Biden has made foreign policy a central pillar of his administration, emphasizing the need to restore America’s global leadership and alliances. However, some experts warn that his ambitious agenda could face serious challenges and risks, both at home and abroad, that could undermine his chances of re-election in 2023. Biden’s Foreign Policy Vision Biden has outlined his foreign policy vision in several speeches and documents, most notably in his first address to the State Department staff in February 2022 and in his National Security Strategy released in November 2022. In both, he stressed the following themes: Democracy: Biden…
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Dec
07
2023
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Scottish islanders show solidarity with Ukraine in fundraising campaign

Scottish islanders show solidarity with Ukraine in fundraising campaign

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A small community with a big heart The residents of the Isle of Canna, a small island off the west coast of Scotland, have raised more than £2500 for the people of Ukraine, who are facing a humanitarian crisis amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. The islanders, who number only 18, decided to launch a crowdfunding campaign after learning about the plight of the Ukrainian people from one of their own, Olena Mysnyk, who moved to Canna from Kyiv three years ago. Olena, who runs a small business making bookmarks, said she was touched by the generosity and compassion of…
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