Three members of Team Mouat are from Stranraer – home to an ice rink built in a hotel. BBC News
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Experts warn against drinking raw milk after New Mexico baby's listeria death
Consumption of raw milk has seen a resurgence in recent months with some promoting it as “liquid gold” on social media. BBC News
Read More »Quiz enters administration for third time
Some 109 jobs will be cut at the company’s headquarters and distribution centre in Scotland. BBC News
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It comes after some batches made by Nestle and Danone were recalled after being contaminated with a toxin. Source link
Read More »Flooding expected in Republic of Ireland as Orange warning issued
These warnings come after weeks of heavy rain and flooding in some areas of Ireland, including Kilkenny and Wexford. BBC News
Read More »My support worker hasn't been paid for weeks after delays to disability scheme
Delays to the Access to Work scheme have increased significantly, leaving some disabled people without support. BBC News
Read More »Why a beauty spot in South Africa may be about to run out of water
He has spent around 250,000 South African rand ($15,700; £11,400) on the new operation, which includes three 10,000-litre water storage tanks and specialised pressure pumps to feed that water into some of main buildings, whenever there are water outages. BBC News
Read More »PepsiCo to cut some US snack prices after backlash
The snack conglomerate is cutting the price of products including Doritos, Cheetos and Lays BBC News
Read More »‘Peacemaker’ Liam Derrett killed trying to break up fight in Ilkeston
Liam Derrett, 19, died in hospital two days after trying to stop the mass brawl after leaving a pub in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, on 1 June 2025. Derby Crown Court heard he was struck by Joshua Harris, with some involved in the wider brawl cheering when Liam hit the ground. Source …
Read More »Record number of children in temporary housing
There has also been a rise in rough sleeping, though there has been some improvement in other housing statistics. BBC News
Read More »After months of acrimony, Colombia's Petro is about to meet Trump
Despite some recent cordiality, the Colombian and Americans leaders have long traded barbs and accusations. BBC News
Read More »Like a screwdriver in my face – Life with 'the world's most painful known medical condition'
It is a rare condition where something as simple as a gust of wind can cause excruciating pain. BBC News
Read More »Parts of Netflix's Dept Q building could be reused in new development
Designers for the redevelopment of Argyle House in Edinburgh say some materials may be able to be reused in a new building. BBC News
Read More »Rethinking longevity: Genes account for 50% of human lifespan variation, study suggests
[ What determines how long we live—and to what extent is our lifespan shaped by our genes? Surprisingly, for decades, scientists believed that the heritability of human lifespan was relatively low compared to other human traits, standing at just 20–25%; some recent large-scale studies even placed it below 10%. Source …
Read More »Stars hit red carpet at Grammy Awards show
A collection of some of the best looks from Sunday’s awards in Los Angeles. BBC News
Read More »Baby bundles to be sent to parents but some will miss out
Supplies are being delivered to expectant families in some of Wales’ most deprived areas. BBC News
Read More »New forensic technique could be ‘game changer’ for solving sex crime cases
Speaking on the BBC’s Radio Scotland Breakfast, she said: “What we see in some cases is the person accused of rape dismissing DNA evidence, claiming for example it was accidental contact, it was in a social situation, it was brushing past someone in a hallway. BBC News
Read More »The by-laws you may not know exist in London
Could drinking coffee on the Tube land you in hot water? A rundown of some of London’s quirky by-laws. BBC News
Read More »Why some pubs are 'getting it tight' on rates – and what it could mean for your pint
Hotels have overall had an 84% rates increase, while pubs have risen by 47% due to an increase in their property valuations.. BBC News
Read More »The Original Factory Shop collapses into administration
Some 1,180 jobs are at risk as the chain’s administrators assess options. BBC News
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