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The Scotsman
5 May, 2018
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Scots’ delight as ‘Irn Bru’ shoes released
The love of Irn Bru in Scotland is well known across the world, and some fans could soon be representing their love of the fizzy drink in their footwear.
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End of line for Sleeper trains that go bump in the night

Passengers on the Caledonian Sleeper’s brand new trains are promised a “silky smooth” ride that will consign the service’s notorious bumps and jolts to history.

Donald Trump brands London a ‘war zone’ as he defends gun use in America

Donald Trump has defended the use of guns in America by comparing a London hospital to a “war zone” because of knife crime.

Early age drinking in spotlight

As a major international conference is taking shape, we consider how a global perspective can find ways to tackle issues around alcohol

Promoted by Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP)

Well off in Edinburgh live 21 years longer than city’s poorest

Health chiefs have revealed people living in Edinburgh’s wealthiest areas can expect to live 21 years longer than those in its poorest.

Privacy concerns as Police Scotland reveal plans to use eye recognition

Police Scotland is considering the use of iris recognition technology to help quickly identify when “repeat visitors” are brought into custody.

Sport Update
Steven Gerrard appointed manager of Rangers on four-year deal

Rangers have confirmed the appointment of Steven Gerrard as the club’s new manager on a four-year deal.

Jimmy O’Rourke interview: ‘Only room for one wee fat barrel at Hibs’

Wow, this is spooky, and rather unnerving, though at my age I should be over the fear. Jimmy O’Rourke has just flashed his index 
finger and pinkie at me, a sign I haven’t seen for almost half a century.

7 Liverpool players Steven Gerrard could try and bring to Rangers

Steven Gerrard’s time at Liverpool and good relationship with Jurgen Klopp and the academy staff at Anfield suggest that he may well look to his former club for signings when he takes charge at Rangers in June. Here, we look at some of the more likely possibilities

And finally...
Theatre review: Creditors

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