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• New Edinburgh study finds that 94 per cent of businesses now use AI

  22-06-2026 17:32 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A survey by Edinburgh-based software firm Zudu found 94% of businesses now use AI, with more than a third deploying it organisation-wide.
  
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• Fireworks first lined up as Underworld revealed as Edinburgh's Hogmanay headliners

  23-06-2026 01:01 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Live soundtrack to accompany world-famous 'midnight moment' fireworks display for the first time.
  
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• Edinburgh International Festival reveals new 'phones off' rule over show disruption

  23-06-2026 01:01 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Artists and artists are said to have become increasingly angered and frustrated over the use of mobile devices in venues.
  
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• Over 16,500 sign petition urging Scottish Government to ban inshore dredging

  23-06-2026 01:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Primary school pupils fishermen, scientists and marine campaigners have demanded action to protect Scotland's coastal waters from destructive fishing practices.
  
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• Buchan Offshore Wind backs £1.7m investment in workforce skills

  22-06-2026 21:50 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A major floating offshore wind project has welcomed new funding aimed at building Scotland’s future renewable energy workforce.
  
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• Scottish Fire and Rescue Service approves major shake-up and closures of 30 stations

  22-06-2026 21:46 via heraldscotland.com
  
  More than 30 fire stations across Scotland will see significant changes under a major Scottish Fire and Rescue Service modernisation plan.
  
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• Dunrossness Primary teacher appointed vice-president of EIS union

  22-06-2026 21:25 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A Shetland teacher has been installed as vice-president of the Educational Institute of Scotland following a nationwide election.
  
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• Police record more than 100 offences after Aberdeen car meet disorder

  22-06-2026 20:54 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Police have identified more than 100 driving offences following a large car meet in Aberdeen, including dangerous and careless driving allegations.
  
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• Six charged after Edinburgh disturbances, arson and property damage incidents

  22-06-2026 20:34 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Six people have been charged following a series of disturbances in Edinburgh, including a vehicle fire, property damage and reports of disorder.
  
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• Edinburgh man charged with terror-linked attempted murder after five injured

  22-06-2026 20:24 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A 36-year-old Edinburgh man has appeared in court charged with terror-linked attempted murder following a series of attacks that left five people injured.
  
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• Dumfries and Galloway company names chairman as it expands housing technology

  22-06-2026 18:45 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Dumfries and Galloway construction firm VASO Global has appointed Graham McDonald as chairman to support its growth plans and innovative housing technology.
  
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• Andy Burnham’s 'Manchesterism' is about to replace Starmerism in Downing Street

  22-06-2026 18:06 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham is poised for a fast-tracked coronation as prime minister. He brings a radical economic philosophy known as Manchesterism that promises public control, but faces immediate hurdles over a looming rental crisis.
  
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• Who is Peter Murrell, the former SNP chief executive, who faces embezzlement sentence

  22-06-2026 18:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Everything you need to know about former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell ahead of sentencing on June 23, 2026 at Edinburgh High Court.
  
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• Shares lift in UK airline giant after third approach thrown out

  22-06-2026 18:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Third approach from aviation finance specialist dismissed by airline's board
  
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• How a group of Brazilian mums helped their children learn their mother tongue

  22-06-2026 18:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Dr Goretti Correa, who holds a PhD in Public Policy from the University of Edinburgh, has lived in Scotland’s capital since 1994.
  
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• Family break at five star hotel in Dunblane up for grabs in summer prize giveaway

  22-06-2026 17:40 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A two-night family stay at Andy Murray's Cromlix Hotel is among the prizes in a new summer competition launched by Albert Bartlett.
  
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• ‘I pay half my salary in rent’: Inside life in Glasgow city centre flats

  22-06-2026 17:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A Glasgow city centre resident reveals the realities of urban living, from high rents and safety concerns to convenience, transport and the push for more homes
  
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• New AI skills programme launched for young people entering hospitality careers

  22-06-2026 16:36 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Diageo's Learning for Life programme has introduced AI training to help young people build digital skills for careers in hospitality.
  
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• Housing association wins top industry award for second year running

  22-06-2026 16:07 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Caledonia Housing Association has retained its Housing Association of the Year title and won two further awards at the Scottish Home Awards.
  
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• I'm following Scotland fans to the 2026 FIFA World Cup - all coverage here

  22-06-2026 16:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  I'd trade all the countless cold, wet nights at Hampden for the excitement that is building right now, and I can't wait to get in among the fans across the Atlantic.
  
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• Aberdeenshire housing plans could bring 158 homes and £32m boost to local contractors

  22-06-2026 15:47 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Plans for 158 new homes in Newmachar could generate more than £32 million for the north-east economy and deliver dozens of affordable properties.
  
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• Cabaret about Scottish 'father of Brazilian football' to debut at Edinburgh Fringe

  22-06-2026 15:44 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Dribble tells the story of Charles Miller, a Brazilian Scot who is known as the "father of football" in the South American nation.
  
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• Aberdeen manufacturer secures investment to support major expansion plans

  22-06-2026 15:29 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Aberdeen-based Nu-Style Products has secured private equity investment to support expansion, increase manufacturing capacity and drive growth in new markets.
  
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• Edinburgh primary school wins top honour at national education awards

  22-06-2026 15:01 via heraldscotland.com
  
  South Morningside Primary School has been named Primary School of the Year at the TES Schools Awards 2026, recognising its child-led learning approach.
  
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• Food became my universal language when I moved to Scotland from Ukraine

  22-06-2026 15:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Antonina Kordivska is the head chef at The Phoenix Café in Findhorn, Moray. This week, she takes on our chef Q&A.
  
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• Anas Sarwar vows to stay as Scottish Labour leader and fight for ‘heart and soul’

  22-06-2026 14:49 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Anas Sarwar has vowed to remain Scottish Labour leader, saying he is “hungry for the fight ahead” after Keir Starmer’s resignation.
  
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• In pictures: Sir Keir Starmer's tenure after stepping down as prime minister

  22-06-2026 14:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister following intense pressure from senior Cabinet ministers - here we revisit his tenure since the summer of 2024.
  
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• North Bridge to finally reopen after 'years of painstaking work' and £86m bill

  22-06-2026 13:53 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Now, council leader Jane Meagher has confirmed that the thoroughfare will be open prior to the start of festival season in August.
  
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• Cars catch fire and man injured after men 'fighting with weapons' in Glasgow

  22-06-2026 13:46 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A car caught fire and a man injured after a group of men wielding weapons came to blows in Glasgow.
  
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• Airdrie man caught with cocaine worth a quarter of a million pounds

  22-06-2026 13:34 via heraldscotland.com
  
  An Airdrie man was found with almost £250k worth of cocaine after being stopped by police.
  
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