Stories from Edinburgh · United Kingdom
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Suffragettes Bomb Royal Observatory in Edinburgh
On May 21, 1913, suffragettes detonated a bomb at the Royal Observatory in Edinburgh, Scotland. The explosion caused some damage but no casualties. A note left at the scene read, “How beggarly appears ar...”.
Former Hearts and Celtic Star Mike Galloway Dies at 60
Mike Galloway, a former player for Hearts and Celtic, has died at the age of 60. The Tynecastle club announced the news in a statement.
Drug Deaths Rise in Edinburgh; Calls for Safe Consumption Facility
Drug-related deaths have significantly increased in Edinburgh, prompting renewed calls for a second safe consumption facility. Campaigners are working to address Scotland's high rate of drug deaths.
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Scottish Football Club Hearts Investigates Pitch Invasion
Hearts' chances of winning the Scottish Premiership title ended after a fan pitch invasion during their match against Celtic. The incident occurred at the end of their title-deciding loss.
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Hearts Faces Pitch Invasion Allegations After Celtic Match
Hearts is taking action following a pitch invasion during a match against Celtic. Claims of assault have also been made in connection with the incident, which occurred amidst chaos after the game.
British Airways Pilot Incapacitated, Flight Lands Safely
A British Airways flight made an emergency landing at Edinburgh Airport after the pilot became incapacitated. The co-pilot successfully landed the aircraft.
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Scottish Greens Complain Over Electoral Commission Branding
The Scottish Greens have lodged multiple complaints with the Electoral Commission regarding the branding of the IGV. The IGV recently changed its logo from a forearm with a thumbs up to a leaf with accompanying text.
Mastodon
Labour MSP Backs Convention on Scottish Independence
A Labour Member of the Scottish Parliament has supported a cross-party convention aimed at resolving the issue of a second Scottish independence referendum trigger. The convention seeks to settle the matter of independence.
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Labour VAT On School Fees Leads To Bitcoin Payments
Independent schools in Scotland are experiencing difficulties, leading to several fee-paying schools closing. This situation is attributed to the Labour party's introduction of VAT on school fees.
Times Radio UK
Scottish Labour, Conservatives See Worst Holyrood Results
Scottish Labour and the Scottish Conservatives experienced their worst-ever results in the Holyrood elections. Plaid Cymru emerged as the largest group with 43 members, according to the report.
BBC Radio 4