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The Scotsman
6 Jul, 2019
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Donald Trump’s speech sparks confusion as he claims Alexander Graham Bell was American
Donald Trump caused confusion online during his Fourth of July speech in Washington DC after he claimed Alexander Graham Bell was a great American inventor.
Latest News
Brian Wilson: Fife offshore windfarm scandal should see SNP Ministers sacked

The Neart na Gaoithe windfarm off the coast of Fife was a chance to do something big for Scotland but it has been blown, writes Brian Wilson.

Scottish independence: Tory leadership contenders raise IndyRef2 stakes

Tory leadership contenders Jeremy Hunt and Boris Johnson turned up the pressure on Nicola Sturgeon with a warning they would not grant a second referendum on Scottish independence – even if the SNP wins a majority at Holyrood in the 2021 election.

Boris Johnson promises £25m extra a year for Scottish farmers

Boris Johnson has promised an extra £25 million a year in subsidies for Scottish farmers after Brexit if he becomes prime minister.

Nationalists quoting Hugh MacDiarmid should read his thoughts on the Nazis – Brian Wilson

Nationalist MSPs were again on a three-line floral whip at Holyrood’s festivities. They love four lines about the “little, white rose of Scotland” by Christopher Grieve (aka Hugh MacDiarmid).

Sport Update
Interview: Eamonn Bannon on the glory days of playing for Hearts, Chelsea and Dundee United

It may still be pre-season for footballers, but it is high season for Eamonn Bannon, who has been welcoming residents at his B & B in the southside of Edinburgh for over 20 years.

Hearts owner Ann Budge outlines reasons for £100k spend on CCTV

Hearts owner Ann Budge is hoping the £100,000 forked out on CCTV at Tynecastle this summer is money well spent.

English Premier League side ‘become latest side to join hunt for Rangers ace’

Crystal Palace are the latest club to join the race for Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos, according to reports.

And finally...
TRNSMT 2019: Queen Tut’s stage ‘a step in the right direction’

TRNSMT festival has set up a Queen Tut’s Stage to promote female artists during the event. It’s a start, campaigners for equality tell Fiona Shepherd

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