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Bp Duo Survive Stormy Shareholders' Meeting

Actor Laments Closure

Family's Tears for Teenager at Centre of Gun Tragedy

THE family of a trainee gamekeeper who accidentally shot his girlfriend dead, then died after he turned the gun on himself, has paid an emotional tribute to him. Calum Murray, 18, who had just been given his first hunting gun, accidentally killed his girlfriend, 16-year-old Sophie Taylor, then shot himself on Tuesday evening at the Glenavon estate in Tomintoul, Moray.

Cable Attacks Pm Over Immigration Comment

Cable Attacks Pm Over Immigration Comment

Bp Duo Survive Stormy Shareholders' Meeting

Actor Laments Closure

Family's Tears for Teenager at Centre of Gun Tragedy

THE family of a trainee gamekeeper who accidentally shot his girlfriend dead, then died after he turned the gun on himself, has paid an emotional tribute to him. Calum Murray, 18, who had just been given his first hunting gun, accidentally killed his girlfriend, 16-year-old Sophie Taylor, then shot himself on Tuesday evening at the Glenavon estate in Tomintoul, Moray.

The Leaders of Britain, the Us and France Have Written... [Derived Headline]

THE leaders of Britain, the US and France have written a joint letter saying Libyan leader Colonel Gaddafi must "go for good". In the article, Prime Minister David Cameron, President Barack Obama and French President Nicolas Sarkozy warned it would be an "unconscionable betrayal" were Nato to cut and run with the dictator in power.

Space Spectacular Prepares to Touch Down

ONE small step for man, one giant leap for visitors to an Edinburgh tourist attraction. Two astronauts plant a saltire on Arthur's Seat to mark the official launch of a new film about man's bid to conquer space, which can be seen by visitors to the capital's Dynamic Earth attraction. The stunning film, which is narrated by Scots actor Ewan McGregor, can be seen in the venue's 360-degree dome. It aims to give viewers an idea of what a space journey is like and what it takes to become an astron...

Council Knew of Contract Concerns a Year Ago

CONCERNS over the awarding of repair contracts at one of Scotland's biggest councils were raised with officials a year ago, The Herald can reveal. An internal investigation was initially launched at Edinburgh City Council after one building company raised concerns with officials over contractors being given access to critical information in the bidding process.

Council Knew of Contract Concerns a Year Ago

CONCERNS over the awarding of repair contracts at one of Scotland's biggest councils were raised with officials a year ago, The Herald can reveal. An internal investigation was initially launched at Edinburgh City Council after one building company raised concerns with officials over contractors being given access to critical information in the bidding process.

Space Spectacular Prepares to Touch Down

ONE small step for man, one giant leap for visitors to an Edinburgh tourist attraction. Two astronauts plant a saltire on Arthur's Seat to mark the official launch of a new film about man's bid to conquer space, which can be seen by visitors to the capital's Dynamic Earth attraction. The stunning film, which is narrated by Scots actor Ewan McGregor, can be seen in the venue's 360-degree dome. It aims to give viewers an idea of what a space journey is like and what it takes to become an astron...

Houses Damaged As Quarry Blast Goes Wrong

AN investigation is under way after a number of homes were damaged, some severely, when a controlled explosion went wrong at a quarry yesterday. Emergency services were called to the scene of the blast off Stirling Road in Kilsyth, East Dunbartonshire, at around 2pm.

Pixar's Brave Set to Boost Scotland

IT IS set in a fairytale world of castles, princesses and witchcraft, but VisitScotland bosses hope a new hit from Disney will work its magic on the tourism industry. Mike Cantlay, chief executive of the national tourist board, said Pixar animation Brave could introduce a whole generation to the country's charm.

Ramsay in Running for Cannes Prize

ONE of Scotland's leading movie talents, the film director Lynne Ramsay, is in the running for the Cannes film festival's greatest prize. Ramsay's adaptation of the controversial, and best selling, novel We Need to Talk About Kevin, by Lionel Shriver, is one of 19 films short listed for the prestigious Palme d'Or.

Ramsay in Running for Cannes Prize

ONE of Scotland's leading movie talents, the film director Lynne Ramsay, is in the running for the Cannes film festival's greatest prize. Ramsay's adaptation of the controversial, and best selling, novel We Need to Talk About Kevin, by Lionel Shriver, is one of 19 films short listed for the prestigious Palme d'Or.

Pixar's Brave Set to Boost Scotland

IT IS set in a fairytale world of castles, princesses and witchcraft, but VisitScotland bosses hope a new hit from Disney will work its magic on the tourism industry. Mike Cantlay, chief executive of the national tourist board, said Pixar animation Brave could introduce a whole generation to the country's charm.

Houses Damaged As Quarry Blast Goes Wrong

AN investigation is under way after a number of homes were damaged, some severely, when a controlled explosion went wrong at a quarry yesterday. Emergency services were called to the scene of the blast off Stirling Road in Kilsyth, East Dunbartonshire, at around 2pm.

Business Leader in Defence of Course Cutbacks

A LEADING business figure has defended controversial proposals by a Scottish university to cut a raft of courses. Stuart Patrick, chief executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, described the cuts as "not life-threatening" to the university.