A father of seven has credited his UHI Moray course for making him a “better person”. …

A business has banned two individuals for life after an alleged theft. …

SCOTLAND would have the “cheapest electricity in Europe” and could even have free power at times if zonal pricing was introduced, an Octopus Energy chief has said. Source

There was a major promotion in store for a local MSP when he became part of Tories’ shadow cabinet …

The Head of the IPCC has just said the Paris Agreement target of 1.5C is blown, 2C is dead without a miracle, and the world is heading for 3C in the lifetime of our children today, and we would possibly hit 4C. Storm Milton is heading for Florida. It’s dark irony for those who elected […] Source

A SCOTTISH trio is set to launch Scotland’s first ever coffee tequila brand, which they say is a “Mexican spirit with a Scottish heart” … Source

MORE than a thousand people have called for Tesco to scrap its proposal to open its Isle of Lewis store on Sundays … Source

A SCOTTISH bar and restaurant has announced it will be closing “indefinitely” after struggling to turn a profit over 16 months in business … Source

Two Scottish businessmen have purchased a £20 million housing development. Source

Today is a day for practical action, here are several charities and funds you can donate to directly to make a difference: The Sameer Project  is a donations based aid initiative for Gaza led by Palestinians. Go here to donate towards the cost of tents, diapers, milk, food and medical aid. The Sameer Project | […] Source

This film is about how major Western news organisations have provided cover for Israel’s war on Gaza. Based on interviews with more than a dozen insiders, it lifts the curtain on the inner workings of agenda-setting outlets like CNN, the BBC and The New York Times. Source

The director of a bus company has expressed his pride after an award win. …

Royal chat for local loon who’s raised £140k. …