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The Scotsman
17 Feb, 2019
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ScotRail begs train drivers to come out of retirement
ScotRail is so short of train drivers it is trying to persuade retired staff to return to the cab, Scotland on Sunday can reveal.
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Subversive sewing book gets straight to the point

SS leader Heinrich Himmler’s struggle with the French Resistance for ownership of the medieval Bayeux Tapestry, and elderly men in Edinburgh compiling a collage on sectarianism, are just two of the stories in a debut book about subversive needlework by a Scottish textile artist attracting interest worldwide.

Silent protest as Orange Walk passes Glasgow church of attacked priest

A silent ‘no anti-Catholic marches’ protest was held today outside of St Alphonsus in Calton as an Orange Walk passed by.

Is a good retirement still affordable?

We may be working longer, but most of us are counting down to retirement. But planning for the golden years is crucial.

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Dani Garavelli: Striking schoolchildren are a beacon of hope

The striking schoolchildren were a beacon of hope to all but the feckless and greedy whom they will soon drive from power, writes Dani Garavelli

Scots foundry rings changes for Big Ben

A Scottish foundry has been given a key role in the restoration of Big Ben.

Sport Update
Laura Muir breaks mile record in perfect prep for Euros

On Friday evening, Laura Muir sat in her hotel in Birmingham and signed 66 autographed photographs, enough to satisfy the demands of her growing band of admirers at yesterday’s Muller Grand Prix, she hoped. It was barely enough. On an afternoon when the 25-year-old created another small slice of history, everyone seemed to want a memento.

Craig Levein says he unlikely to move back upstairs if he fails as Hearts boss

Craig Levein says he is unlikely to simply step back into the role of Director of Football at Hearts if he fails to deliver as first team manager and dismisses as myth the idea that he is untouchable.

Steven Naismith should grab Euro 2020 chance with Scotland – Levein

Craig Levein believes Steven Naismith could be jeopardising a once-in-a-generation opportunity to represent Scotland at a major tournament if he chooses to continue his career in the United States.

And finally...
Video: Peter Capaldi proves he’s a Starman at Edinburgh sci-fi con

Peter Capaldi was the Starman in Edinburgh yesterday as he signed autographs for a full nine hours - only taking one 15 minute break in that time.

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