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Day: June 23, 2025

Iran launches attack on US air base in Qatar, all missiles intercepted

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

Israel-Iran conflict Trump claims US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites caused ‘monumental damage’ The Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar which has reportedly come under

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MACKINTOSH BUILDING SOLD TO CATHOLIC CHURCH IN SCOTLAND

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

The Martyrs’ School was one of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s earliest building designs By Bill Heaney A former school designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh is set

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WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR WEIGHT LOSS JABS WHICH BECOME AVAILABLE FROM GPS FROM TODAY’S DATE

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

By Democrat reporter GPs should be able to prescribe weight-loss injections, which have recently surged in popularity in the wake of celebrity endorsements and social

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Doctors’ leaders warn government many GP practices are ‘on the brink’

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

By Bill Heaney GPs are increasingly concerned about the survival of their practices, with many warning there is “no realistic chance” of meeting demand from

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Scots universities took funding from Chinese organisations with military links

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

EXCLUSIVE STORY IN TODAY’S FERRET INVESTIGATIVE JOURNAL Author: Jamie Mann Scottish universities have accepted millions of pounds from Chinese organisations with alleged links to the

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Celtic European Cup team legend, John Clark dies, aged 84

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

23 June 2025 By Celtic Football Club Everyone at Celtic Football Club is deeply saddened at the news that legendary Lisbon Lion, John Clark has

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  • WITNESSES APPEAL: DRIVER DIES IN HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH IN NATIONAL PARK
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CLASSROOM LEARNING ASSISTANTS CLAIM THEY ARE UNDERVALUED BY COUNCIL

CLASSROOM LEARNING ASSISTANTS CLAIM THEY ARE UNDERVALUED BY COUNCIL

by Bill Heaney West Dunbartonshire Council was forced into closing schools on Tuesday when classroom learning assistants took strike action over their pay and working

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EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL 2026

EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL 2026

Monthly e-news: May 2026 edition Festival dates: 15-30 August View this email in your browser It’s May and we’re well on the way! It feels like ages since

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Legal battle over closed Rogano restaurant is settled …

Legal battle over closed Rogano restaurant is settled …

Rogano, pictured in 2001, was said to be Glasgow’s longest surviving restaurant until it closed in 2020. A legal row over the iconic Glasgow restaurant

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WHAT’S ON AT THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT

WHAT’S ON AT THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT

This week in Parliament   The First Minister is selected   On Tuesday, MSPs voted to select John Swinney MSP as the First Minister of

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WITNESSES APPEAL: DRIVER DIES IN HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH IN NATIONAL PARK

WITNESSES APPEAL: DRIVER DIES IN HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH IN NATIONAL PARK

Road Policing officers are continuing their inquiries and appealing for information following a fatal crash in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park at Callander

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Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 programme puts solidarity centre stage

Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 programme puts solidarity centre stage

Refugee Festival Scotland today, Thursday 21 May, announces its inspiring 2026 programme, designed to put solidarity centre stage and bring people together in celebration of

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People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.

People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.

by Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar I congratulate John Swinney and the SNP on their election win on 7 May. My party fought the election on

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Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …

Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …

Families across the UK will pay less for children’s meals in restaurants, kid’s tickets to cinemas and theatres, and entry to a wide range of

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