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US Fugitive Extradited from Scotland for Rape Trial

Nicholas Rossi, a US fugitive accused of two rapes in Utah County in 2008, was extradited from Scotland in January 2024 after a year-long legal battle where he claimed mistaken identity as Arthur Knight, an Irish orphan. He denies all charges.

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Staff Shortages Cripple Scottish Businesses

A severe staff shortage in Scotland forces one-third of small businesses to reduce hours or services, resulting in millions of pounds in lost revenue and impacting economic growth, particularly in rural areas.

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Sturgeon: Arrest "Worst Day of My Life"

Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's former First Minister, details her arrest and questioning by police investigating the SNP's finances as the "worst day of her life" in her upcoming memoir, "Frankly," revealing the emotional toll of the investigation that also led to charges against her husband, Peter Mur...

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Families Demand "No Body, No Parole" Law After Killers Refuse to Disclose Victims' Remains

The families of Arlene Fraser and Suzanne Pilley, murdered in 1998 and 2010 respectively, are campaigning for a "no body, no parole" law after their killers refused to reveal the location of their remains, causing them ongoing distress; Justice Secretary Angela Constance has pledged to consider this...

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Storm Floris Disrupts Scotland's Transport Network

Storm Floris caused significant travel disruption in Scotland on Monday, resulting in 119 rail incidents, power outages, and road closures; emergency meetings were held to coordinate the response and recovery efforts.

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Hurricane-Force Winds and Torrential Rain Batter Scotland in Storm Floris

Storm Floris, the second named storm of 2024, is battering Scotland with hurricane-force winds (up to 90mph) and torrential rain (60mm in places), causing widespread travel disruption, power cuts, and a risk to life from flying debris; rail services on several lines will close early.

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Hit and Run Kills Cyclist, Family Denied Justice

Tony Parsons, a cyclist, was killed in a hit and run in September 2017; the driver, Alexander McKellar, hid the body with his brother Robert; in August 2023, Alexander received 12 years for culpable homicide and Robert 5 years for attempting to pervert justice; the family feels justice wasn't served...

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Outlander: A Transformative Impact on Scottish Tourism

The "Outlander" TV series significantly impacted Scottish tourism, attracting nearly 700,000 visitors between 2014 and 2023 who cited the show as their reason for visiting; some filming locations saw visitor increases exceeding 300%.

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Oasis Reunion Concerts Generate £130 Million Economic Boost for Edinburgh

Oasis kicked off a three-night run of reunion concerts in Edinburgh, Scotland on August 18th, 2023, attracting approximately 70,000 fans per night and generating an estimated £130 million economic boost for the city during its festival season.

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Killer's Compassionate Release Bid Sparks Outrage

Alan Dewar, convicted of the 2008 murder of Joshua Mitchell, seeks compassionate release due to terminal cancer; his victim's father strongly opposes the request, citing a lack of remorse and concerns about the impact on his family.

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Storm Floris: 124mph Winds Cause Widespread Disruption in Scotland

Storm Floris brought 124mph winds to Cairngorm, Scotland, exceeding forecasts and causing widespread travel disruption, including flight diversions, bridge closures, and rail cancellations, impacting exam deliveries on some islands.

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Belladrum Festival: Packed Crowds Enjoy Diverse Lineup

Belladrum Festival saw packed crowds on Friday for acts including CMAT, who interacted with the audience, and Supergrass, celebrating 30 years since their debut album; other highlights included Sabbra Cadabra and Beluga Lagoon.

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