Over 148,000 individuals across Scotland will be receiving their exam results today, starting from 08:00. These results cover a range of qualifications including Nationals, Highers, Advanced Highers, and Skills for Work Awards. The exams process is now overseen by Qualifications Scotland, the new body that replaced the SQA following several controversies in previous years. Support… Continue reading Scottish exam results day 2026: What time will grades come out?
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Meet the Fleadh volunteers keeping the festival flowing
Over 1,300 individuals, ranging in age from 17 to 80, are volunteering their time without pay this week at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, also known as the Music Festival of Ireland. Easily recognizable by their bright yellow bucket hats and matching yellow T-shirts, these volunteers will be positioned throughout the city center to offer assistance,… Continue reading Meet the Fleadh volunteers keeping the festival flowing
Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66
Rod Liddle, a well-known newspaper columnist and broadcaster, has passed away at the age of 66 following a brief illness. His children honored him as the guiding force behind their understanding of how to lead an extraordinary life. Rebekah Brooks, CEO of News UK, also paid tribute to Liddle, describing him as an unparalleled presence… Continue reading Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66
How parents and pupils took on 'cruel', 'authoritarian' schools – and won
Fourteen-year-old Amelia chose to stop drinking water at school to avoid having to use the toilet during lessons, fearing disciplinary repercussions. This decision came after Camborne Science and International Academy in Cornwall, where she is a pupil, implemented strict rules restricting toilet visits during class time. These policies were part of a broader set of… Continue reading How parents and pupils took on 'cruel', 'authoritarian' schools – and won
Breast cancer checks missing lots of at risk younger women, says study
Breast cancer remains a significant cause of mortality among women under the age of 50 in the UK. Although roughly one in seven women are diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, only a small fraction—between 5% and 10%—of these cases are attributable to inherited genetic factors. The vast majority of breast… Continue reading Breast cancer checks missing lots of at risk younger women, says study
PC Harper's mother 'devastated' his killers set for early release under revised plans
The mother of PC Andrew Harper has expressed her heartbreak after the government revised its early release scheme for prisoners, leaving two of her son’s killers still eligible for early parole. PC Harper was tragically killed in 2019 when he was dragged by a vehicle fleeing the scene of a quad bike theft in Berkshire.… Continue reading PC Harper's mother 'devastated' his killers set for early release under revised plans
Newspaper headlines: 'Cop killers will go free' and 'Farage's sinking ship'
Tuesday’s newspapers prominently feature stories about the newly announced early prisoner release policy. The Sun’s headline bluntly states, “Cop killers will go free,” drawing strong attention to the controversy surrounding the scheme. According to the publication, among those eligible for early release under the plan are individuals convicted of killing police officers, a point that… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Cop killers will go free' and 'Farage's sinking ship'
The real reason child vaccination rates are falling
Dr Zoyah Hussain leads a walk-in vaccination clinic at the Airedale shopping centre, helping to boost the area’s immunisation rates Read the full article from The BBC here: Read More
Rape threats part of misogyny Tyneside schoolgirls face
A group of teenage girls from Tyneside have bravely spoken out about the severe misogyny they face both at school and online, describing its impact as making them feel “worthless” and “frightened.” These girls created a film highlighting some of the offensive language and behaviours they encounter, though many of the remarks are too explicit… Continue reading Rape threats part of misogyny Tyneside schoolgirls face
Half price rail travel extended to 18-year-olds
The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that, starting later this month, eighteen-year-olds will be eligible to purchase train tickets at half price for the majority of services. This adjustment represents an extension of the current 16-17 Saver railcard, which previously expired once the user reached their eighteenth birthday. From August 17 onwards, the railcard… Continue reading Half price rail travel extended to 18-year-olds