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25 April 2019

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News imageSri Lankans in Christchurch say prayers

Sri Lankans in Christchurch mourn losses

The Easter Sunday bomb attacks hold a special significance for the Sri Lankan residents of Christchurch.

News imageCouncillors Amara Betts-Patel and David Clifft

Why aren't there more young councillors?

The average councillor is 59, white and probably called David or John.

News imageFinger with dark coloured plaster

Does the colour of plasters matter?

A man receives an overwhelming response after sharing an image of a plaster that matched his skin tone.

News imagepound coins on a Saltire

What's behind the SNP currency debate?

The SNP's economic plans for independence are to come under scrutiny at the party's spring conference.

News imageAn artist's impression of how the new campus would look

University to build hi-tech Govan campus

It is hoped the site could now become a world-renowned centre for nanotechnology and precision medicine.

News imageBaby triplets

What are the rules for 'buying and selling' babies?

Surrogacy has boomed recently, but there are concerns a lack of international rules puts babies at risk.

News imageJofra Archer celebrates hitting the winning runs for Rajasthan Royals against Kolkata Knight Riders

Archer hits winning runs for Royals

Jofra Archer leads Rajasthan Royals to a three-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in his final IPL game before joining up with England.

News imagePony in action

The pony taking wheelchair users to the beach

A pony and "chariot" are giving wheelchair users across Scotland the chance to explore new places.

News imageBarlinnie Prison

Funding boost for prisoner rehabilitation

The Scottish government hands £3.4m to schemes which help people leaving prison reintegrate into society.

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