Scottish entrepreneur Robert Kilgour has launched a £2 million cancer research appeal with a personal pledge to match the first £100,000 of donations.
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Edinburgh ends long wait for University Challenge title
The University of Edinburgh became the first in Scotland for 36 years to be crowned champion of the long running BBC quiz show University Challenge.
Farage bets on Brexit + Game of Thrones ‘sickies’ + suffering setbacks
Former UKIP leader Nigel Farage has placed a £1,000 bet at 3/1 on his newly-formed Brexit Party winning the most seats if the European Elections go ahead on 23 May.
Business ready to back heart research campaign
A new charity appeal was launched in Scotland this week on behalf heart research and Daily Business understands that a number of businesses are being lined up to offer their support.
Comedian says it will be no joke being woken by herself
Guests travelling on the new Caledonian Sleeper will soon be woken by one of Scotland’s most familiar voices.