| Good morning Voornaam The clouds may be gathering, and the rain on its way, but it's Wednesday, half way through the week, and there's always something to be positive about. Get a coffee in hand and take a breath, we're here to guide you through the top news stories of today. First off - inflation. Our Business Correspondent is here to talk you through everything you need to know: Why inflation drop might not be the good news we hoped for and what is means for your mortgage. He writes: "Millions of personal borrowers and businesses facing crippling costs have been hoping for some relief amid the continuing cost-of-living crisis. The official bank base rate remains at 5.25 per cent, where it has been for more than six months now, following a series of hikes to get inflation under control." Now, our Heritage Correspondent has this fascinating tale - a medieval street that has been hidden under Thistles shopping centre in Stirling for over 40 years is to be opened up once more. She explains: "As part of Stirling’s 900th anniversary celebrations, visitors will have the opportunity to secure special access to this part of the city’s rich history and heritage on guided tours. The tours, led by Stirling Council archaeologist, Dr Murray Cook, will also go into the hidden section of the Thieves' Pot, a 16th-century jail located in the shopping centre." Make sure you read more here. Over to our Westminster Correspondent now, where looks in to the SNP's claims that universities are being side-lined by Rishi Sunak's 'anti-migrant' agenda and asks "is the criticism fair?" He explains: "The SNP has claimed universities are being sidelined by Rishi Sunak's “anti-migrant”, agenda, but the truth is rather more concerning." Read his full analysis here. Don't forget to keep up to date with news from across the country with our daily live blog. Have a glorious day From The Team and The Scotsman | 
