First Scottish Holiday

Center Parcs plans first Scottish holiday village

The project, near Hawick, promises an investment of £350m and could create 1,200 jobs.

Alex Salmond, Scottish first minister and independence champion, 1954-2024

Political heavyweight whose turbulent career culminated in 2014 referendum defeat

Business - Financial Times - October 13

Jennifer Hudson talks first-ever holiday album, return of talk show

Jennifer Hudson speaks with "CBS Mornings" about her first-ever holiday album and the return of "The Jennifer Hudson Show" for its third season. Hudson's tour "The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live ...

Six Scottish areas are 'dental deserts'

Leading dentists say issues over patient access to NHS treatment are now a national problem in Scotland.

29+ personalized holiday gifts

We rounded up 29+ personalized gifts for everyone on your list — including embroidered tote bags, customized photo puzzles, engraved jewelry and more.

UK government not considering Scottish visa to attract migrants

Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to transfer powers to the Scottish government to help address labour shortages.

Scottish Highlands become battleground in the race for net zero

Local outcry over pylon expansion scheme as ministers vow to protect infrastructure from ‘obstructionists’

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Juryless rape trials pilot axed by Scottish government

The proposal would have seen a single judge decide whether people are guilty of rape and attempted rape.

Comedian Janey Godley dies aged 63

She was "surrounded by her loved ones", her management has confirmed.

The best holiday gifts under $50

You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to find a great holiday gift. We rounded up tons of gifts under $50 from Patagonia, Parachute, Brightland and more.

Alex Salmond normalised concept of Scottish independence as he led SNP to power

Former first minister established party as a political force but questions later emerged about influence he wielded. Tributes paid to Alex Salmond’s ‘colossal contribution’ to Scottish and UK ...

World - The Guardian - October 13

Salmond’s death leaves Scottish independence cause further adrift

SNP battling multiple fronts despite John Swinney’s optimism he can win the 2026 Holyrood elections

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Scottish businessman pays for plane to bring Alex Salmond's body home

The businessman has been revealed as the private donor funding the former first minister's repatriation.

Chef attracts diners from around the world with seasonal Scottish cuisine

Chef Roberta Hall McCarron was nominated GQ's Best Chef of The Year in 2023 and has competed twice on the BBC's Great British Menu. McCarron specializes in Scottish cuisine, and our Dana Jacobson ...

When to book your holiday travel and what to expect

As another potential record-breaking holiday season is on the way, you may want to book those flight tickets early. Airfare tracking site Hopper says to expect prices to start climbing as soon as ...

USPS releases holiday mailing deadlines, key dates

USPS has released its holiday mailing deadlines. Send by Dec. 18 for ground and first-class mail, Dec. 19 for priority mail and Dec. 21 for priority express to the lower 48 states.

Holiday Sales Growth Expected to Normalize to Prepandemic Levels

Despite shoppers’ election-year concerns and worries about the economy, retail executives predict sales to increase as much as 3.5 percent over last year’s holiday season.

Business - The New York Times - October 15

What Is Sukkot? All About Celebrating the Jewish Holiday

World - Yahoo News - October 16

Tim Dowling’s tips for a successful multigenerational holiday

If you want your family to behave, make sure you invite friends, too – and five other ways to ensure your group holiday doesn’t feel like you’re herding cats. A multigenerational holiday has its ...

World - The Guardian - October 19

Halloween’s Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity

Americans once made their own costumes and candy. Now, the holiday has rapidly commercialized, transforming into an economic juggernaut.

Business - The New York Times - October 19

Holiday in Greenland? New airports aim to entice tourists

The Arctic territory hopes that three new airports will pave the way for direct flights from the US and Europe.

'Holiday home dream left us crippled with debt'

Families who lost tens of thousands of pounds buying holiday caravans want the industry to change.

Mattel, Hasbro lower guidance ahead of holiday season

Toy giants Mattel and Hasbro decreased 2024 guidance prior to the holiday season as toy sales continue to fall during the third quarter.

Business - CNBC - October 24

How Amazon Sellers Can Boost Their Holiday Sales

Cyber Week should be brands’ top priority this holiday season. These strategies can help.

Business - Inc. - October 28

At your service: the holiday homes with a significant difference

Second residences with the perks and services of a hotel and members’ club is thriving sector — with buyers paying a premium for ‘lifestyle per square foot’

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Apple cautious on holiday outlook as it starts AI rollout

Shares fall despite solid earnings as analysts weigh impact of new ‘Apple Intelligence’ features

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Retailers Stock Supersize TVs Ahead of Holiday Season

In Q4, giant TV sales see a marked holiday boom.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Body of Scottish independence champion Alex Salmond soon to be flown home from North Macedonia

The body of Alex Salmond, Scotland’s former first minister who died during a conference in North Macedonia, will soon be returned by special flight to Scotland

World - ABC News - October 14

Body of Scottish independence champion Alex Salmond flown home from North Macedonia

The body of former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has been brought back to Scotland on a private jet, six days after the politician died suddenly in North Macedonia

World - ABC News - October 18

Catfish killer who abused thousands brought down by phone calls and seized devices

How does a Northern Ireland teenager end up as one of the UK's most prolific online child sex abusers?

Janey Godley, Scottish Comic Who Brought Humor to Harrowing Topics, Dies at 63

A Scottish performer, she said she believed there were “funny sides” to terrible experiences, including some that she drew from her own times of loss and hardship.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

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