Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Shivering Scots were waking up to chilly weather this morning as a "polar blast" slammed into the country.Forecasters predicted the mercury plunging as low as -2C ahead of a cold week.There is also a chance of snow in Scotland next week.Met Office Meteorologist Aidan McGivern said Scotland will see a "lovely day" today with "plenty of sunshine" despite sub-zero temperatures giving the first real taste of
I'm a Celebrity contestants could be joined by ghost of Scots laird's bad-tempered wife
08.11.2020 - 15:09 / dailyrecord.co.uk
I’m A Celebrity’s stars have been warned to look out for the ghost of a Scots laird’s bad-tempered wife. Legend has it that 200-year-old Gwrych Castle in Abergele, Wales, where this year’s show will be shot, is haunted by the ghost of its previous owner Winifred Cochrane, the Countess of Dundonald.
The countess, who died in 1924, was a wealthy heiress who had a “not entirely happy” marriage to Aberdeenshire-born Douglas Cochrane. Known locally as the Woman in White, she is said to be angry that
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28.11.2020 / 14:46
Scots gran left blind after operation postponed for two years
blind after a planned op was postponed is hoping to see her family at Christmas - as her daughter starts fundraising for private surgery.Terrified Kathryn Nicoll, 64, from Whitburn, West Lothian, woke up two weeks ago to find her sight gone after developing cataracts.Devoted daughter Laura Grant, 35, began fundraising for an operation which could cost £5,000 privately in hopes it could happen before Christmas - and nearly £1,000 has been raised.Bus driver Laura said: "If we can raise enough
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28.11.2020 / 01:23
Two Scots ‘puppy farms’ raided by cops with 80 animals taken into care by animal welfare chiefs
cops and officers from the Scottish SPCA. A total of 80 animals including dogs, puppies, cats and kittens were seized from the addresses during a major operation on Friday, November 27.
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27.11.2020 / 23:55
Coronavirus cluster at Scots sheltered housing complex after 16 residents and 12 staff test positive
oronavirus outbreak has been identified at a Scots extra care housing development in Peebles after 28 people caught the killer bug. A total of 16 residents and 12 staff have now tested positive for Covid-19 at Dovecot Court.
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27.11.2020 / 21:16
Convicted Scots sword killer found guilty of murder bid on girlfriend
murder bid on his girlfriend. At the High Court in Glasgow Jamie Cameron, 26, was convicted of abducting and assaulting 24-year-old Klaudia Basinka and attempting to murder her on October 20, 2019, at a flat in Boyd Street and a house in Royal Avenue, both Largs, Ayrshire.
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27.11.2020 / 20:48
Frantic daughter of vulnerable Scots mum who vanished from mental health unit issues desperate plea for help
missing Scots mum have issued a desperate appeal for help to find her after she vanished from a mental health unit in Dundee. Sharon Hutchison was last seen in the Menzieshill area of the city at around 2pm on Wednesday, November 25.
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27.11.2020 / 17:29
Sister of Scots man missing for four years tells of fears of body find in Fife industrial estate
police issued a facial reconstruction. The remains were found on Sunday, 27 September, 2020, inside a unit on a Fife industrial estate and extensive enquiries have so far failed to find out who he is or what happened to him.
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27.11.2020 / 17:29
Scots parents react to Christmas school break extension after leaked papers show plans could see kids off until January 11
parents have reacted to leaked proposals to extend the Christmas school break further into January. A two-page COSLA document details Scottish Government proposals to close schools earlier than planned and send children back a full week later on January 11, in a bid to stop the virus spreading after the five-day Christmas relaxation.
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27.11.2020 / 13:59
Edinburgh Zoo celebrates births of two critically endangered Scottish wildcat kittens
Edinburgh Zoo are celebrating the births of two critically endangered Scottish wildcat kittens.
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23.11.2020 / 08:15
Scots couple are perfect match as wife saves husband's life by giving him one of her kidneys
saving his life – after she gave him one of her kidneys.The father-of-four, who had been suffering renal failure for 10 years, is now back to full health and hailed his wife for the sacrifice she made for him. Martin said: “She’s given me my life back.
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19.11.2020 / 12:39
Mercury Prize nominee treats Lanarkshire musical students to guest lecture
Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A MERCURY Prize nominee gave a special guest lecture to music students studying at New College Lanarkshire.Musician Dave Okumu spoke with pupils about working with world-renowned artists such as Grace Jones, Jessie Ware, Arlo Parks and Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien.Dave, who was nominated for a Mercury Prize as part of the critically acclaimed band The Invisible in 2009, recalled his time as a student in Scotland
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17.11.2020 / 16:05
Lord Advocate silent on whether Scottish Government asked for release of Alex Salmond legal advice
Alex Salmond case.
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15.11.2020 / 03:01
Prince Harry surprises Scots Strictly contestant JJ Chalmers in first UK public appearance since Megxit
Strictly Come Dancing. Making show history, the Duke of Sussex had a sweet message of support for his good friend JJ Chalmers.
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15.11.2020 / 01:07
Queen Elizabeth II Celebrates Prince Charles’ 72nd Birthday With Cute Throwback Pic
Queen Elizabeth II took a trip down memory lane when she paid tribute to Prince Charles on his 72nd birthday.The queen, 94, shared a black-and-white photo via Instagram on Saturday, November 14, which featured herself holding the Prince of Wales when he was an infant.
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12.11.2020 / 14:49
Scots to get four-day Bank Holiday weekend to celebrate Queen's Platinum Jubilee in 2022
throne. The May Day Bank Holiday will be moved to Thursday June 2 with an additional day off on Friday June 3 for Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee.
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10.11.2020 / 07:55
Former Scots carer tells of 'traumatising' experience working in private care homes as vulnerable old Scots 'sat starving and soaked in own urine'
Daily Record of the horrors she witnessed during her career as a carer, which began at the age of 18 in 2004 and lasted until 2016 when she began a new chapter as a teacher.Residents left sitting in their own urine, going hungry for hours and violent physical assaults were commonplace occurrences during Fiona’s time in the industry.She described private homes as running like “factories” and said “skeleton” staff numbers amounted to widespread neglect.Fiona believes a national care service is
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09.11.2020 / 14:35
McDonald's launch Christmas menu with double Big Mac and Celebrations McFlurry
McDonald's has unveiled its Christmas menu for 2020, including a double Big Mac and a festive Celebrations McFlurry. The fast food giant has delighted Scottish fans with its seasonal menu, which features everything from special desserts to festive coffees.
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05.11.2020 / 16:35
True story behind Bonfire Night and why we celebrate it every November 5
Bonfire Night celebrations in Scotland are likely to be different this evening due to the coronavirus pandemic. A number of big organised events have been cancelled as social distancing measures remain in place across the country.This year’s celebrations are likely to be a bit more DIY, with Scots expected to launch fireworks from their own gardens this evening.