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Scottish smart meter customers face north-south energy divide

Technology differences mean meters in northern England and Scotland may not work properly, energy firm body admits.

Six Scottish areas are 'dental deserts'

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

Was the Polymarket Trump whale smart or lucky?

Know thy neighbour, not thy trader

World - Financial Times - November 7

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.

Center Parcs plans first Scottish holiday village

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

Scottish Premiership: Besuijen seals Aberdeen’s return to the top

David Gray under pressure after Hibs’ 2-1 defeat to St Mirren Sam Dalby scores in Dundee United’s win over Ross County Second-half goals from Ante Palaversa, Topi Keskinen, Vincente Besuijen and ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

8 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2024)

From made-to-measure smart shades to retrofit curtain bots, these are our favorite WIRED-tested drapes for your windows.

Tech - Wired - October 16

The Best Smart Rings, Tested and Reviewed (2024)

A svelte smart ring can track important health metrics and doesn't need to be charged every day.

Tech - Wired - November 1

Axelrod: Team Trump ran a smart campaign

Democratic strategist David Axelrod commended former President Trump's team early Wednesday, saying it ran a "rational, well-conceived" campaign for an "often irrational" candidate. "I think they ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Smart: Pope celebrating with Rebels 'just stupid'

Georgia coach Kirby Smart called backup safety Jake Pope's actions "just stupid" after the player was caught seemingly celebrating with Ole Miss fans on the field in the wake of the Rebels' 28-10 ...

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Apple prepares for fresh AI assault on the smart home

A new hub to manage people’s lives would be a big bet — but it’s not clear what it can bring to the business

Business - Financial Times - 4 hours ago

The Best Spooky Tech for Your Halloween Smart Home: Smart Bulbs, Projectors, and More

Add some high-tech horror to your Halloween decorations with scary sounds, frightening lights, and more.

Tech - Wired - October 30

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 ...

From a Scottish island to New York's elite - who was Trump's mother?

Donald Trump's mother Mary Anne MacLeod grew up on the Hebridean island of Lewis.

Trump won't say if he's spoken to Putin, but "if I did, it's a smart thing"

Asked at the Economic Club of Chicago whether a report that he's spoken to Putin since he left office is true, Trump avoided a direct answer.

3 smart gold investing moves to make before November

Considering a gold investment now? Here are three smart moves to make before November 1.

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