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Asylum hotel protests 'understandable' says Scottish Tory leader
The Scottish Conservative leader has spoken out after demonstrations in Perth, Falkirk and Aberdeenshire.
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Rivers at critical level as Scotland's water supplies feel the strain
Restrictions are being introduced on water use by businesses near two rivers where the levels are low.
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ScotRail to replace controversial AI voice on trains
Voiceover artist Gayanne Potter said a "dreadful" robotic version of her voice was being used on trains
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Airport crime reports increase by 40% in two years
Officers attended 5,598 incidents last year, ranging from disturbances to border control issues, up 41% on 2022.
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Screenwriter Paul Laverty arrested at protest under terror act
The 68-year-old, who wrote the film I, Daniel Blake, was arrested outside a police station in Edinburgh.
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Public consulted over Edinburgh trams extension
A route between Granton and the Royal Infirmary is planned, but there is a debate over where part of the new line will run.
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Man, 22, killed in crash named by police
Ollie Nelson from Strathmiglo was a passenger in a black Seat Leon in the crash on the B996 on Sunday.
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Fringe ticket sales steady despite Edinburgh concerts
The Fringe faced increased competition from concerts in Edinburgh this year, but ticket sales remained similar to 2024 levels.
News Headlines
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Three dead and one injured in helicopter crash
Four people were on board the helicopter when it crashed on the Isle of Wight, police say.
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Five journalists among 20 killed in Israeli double strike on hospital
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it was a "tragic mishap" and promised a "thorough investigation" of the reported double strike.
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Hospitality hit by half of all UK job losses since Budget, industry leaders warn
Lobby group calls for urgent action to lower taxes, but the government says it is helping establishments.
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Man mistakenly deported to El Salvador set to be removed from US again
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is taken into custody in Baltimore as his lawyers say he may be sent to Uganda.
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Record bank holiday temperatures for parts of UK
The heat will be short-lived, with wet and windy weather expected for most by mid week.
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Scotland is known for its rain. So why are experts worried about water supplies?
Restrictions are being introduced on water use by businesses near two rivers where the levels are low.
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Colourful Notting Hill Carnival revellers party in the streets
The celebrations continue with the adult's parade, sound systems and live performances on Monday.
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Kneecap cancel US tour dates amid court case
The trio said they have cancelled all upcoming US tour dates because of the "proximity of our next court hearing in London".
Entertainment News
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Jerry Adler, who starred in The Sopranos, dies aged 96
Adler started acting in his early 60s, after some 30 years working behind the scenes on Broadway.
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What is behind the passion of Love Island USA's Nigerian fanbase?
Nigerians made their mark during this year's Love Island USA - but it caused tensions within the fanbase.
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Bands boycott music festival after group's set 'cut off'
The Last Dinner Party, Cliffords and The Academic refuse to perform at Victorious Festival.
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More than 100 arrested at Notting Hill Carnival
Suspected offences including assault on police and possession of a weapon.
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Pierce Brosnan felt 'huge responsibility' towards Thursday Murder Club fans
Dame Helen Mirren, Celia Imrie and Sir Ben Kingsley round out a quartet that unites to investigate murder.
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Were masterpieces worth £100m really found under a pensioner's bed?
Three works attributed to Malevich are on show in Bucharest but an art scholar says the story behind them is problematic.
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Costumes and colour fill the streets for Notting Hill Carnival
Musicians and dancers join Carnival's children's parade, following the paint-filled fun of J'ouvert.
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Emily in Paris assistant director dies ‘suddenly’ during filming
Local media named the man as 47-year-old Diego Borella, an assistant director on the show.
Station Updates
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The Heartland FM Arena at the Crieff Highland Gathering
Hear Peat & Diesel, Calum MacPhail, and the Rollin Drones on the Heartland FM Arena on Sunday, 17th August.
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Heartland FM celebrates the Crieff Summer Festival
The Crieff Summer Festival, running from the 9th August until the 16th August, will bring the town to life with music, culture, fun and celebration. Concluding with the Crieff Highland Gathering and featuring special events throughout!
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Perthshire radio presenter wins national award
Lewis Ness, a local radio presenter with Heartland FM, has been included in The Radio Academy ‘30 Under 30’,