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Scotland Faces New Local Taxes as Councils Seek Cash

Scottish households face a wave of new municipal taxes as SNP ministers grant councils unprecedented powers to raise revenue through tourist taxes, workplace parking levies, and other local charges.

Scotland's Robertson out of Euro qualifiers with injury

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson faces extended sidelines after shoulder surgery, missing Scotland's vital European Championship qualifiers against Belarus and Denmark in major blow for Steve Clarke's side.

Shorts-wearing walker rescued from Ben Nevis in storm

A walker wearing only shorts was dramatically rescued from Britain's highest peak after being caught in severe weather conditions during Storm Amy. The shocking incident highlights the dangers of mountain climbing unprepared.

Oban: Scotland's Stunning Seafood Capital

Discover the charming coastal town of Oban, known as Scotland's seafood capital, where stunning landscapes meet culinary excellence and rich Scottish heritage.

Hiking South Korea's 'Haunted' Abandoned Railway

A solo traveller's chilling account of hiking the deserted Okcheon Rail Park in South Korea, a journey through decaying tunnels and overgrown tracks shrouded in local ghost stories.

British hiker held at gunpoint in South Korea spy mix-up

A British backpacker's adventure hike on a remote South Korean trail turned into a real-life thriller when military forces, suspecting espionage, detained him at gunpoint. Discover the full story of mistaken identity and high tensions near the DMZ.

Scottish Highlands' new 'tourist tax' for NC500 drivers

A controversial new charge for tourist drivers on single-track roads in the Scottish Highlands has been introduced. Dubbed a 'tourist tax', the 'Safe Parking Scheme' aims to tackle congestion and support local communities, but has sparked a heated debate

Madeleine West's Gruesome Bushwalking Injury Revealed

Australian actress Madeleine West shares shocking details of a severe bushwalking accident in Victoria that left her with a deep gash, praising the swift emergency response and warning others about outdoor dangers.

I Hiked Thailand's 'Death Trail' - And Survived

A daring trek through Thailand's notorious 'Death Trail' reveals breathtaking views, sheer drops, and the raw beauty of Pha Ngan's hidden jungle. Discover if this extreme hike is worth the risk.

Scotland's £84m Dental Crisis as Emergency Demand Soars

Scotland faces a mounting dental health emergency, with NHS spending on urgent treatments soaring to £84 million. Discover the crisis leaving patients in pain and the growing 'dental deserts' across the nation.

Scotland's NHS Crisis: Swinney Faces Mounting Pressure

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is under intense scrutiny as the nation's NHS faces a deepening crisis, with soaring waiting times and critical reports highlighting systemic failures in patient care.

Hiker dies in fall on Alaska's receding Byron Glacier

A hiker has died in a tragic fall on Alaska's rapidly receding Byron Glacier. The incident highlights the increasing dangers of hiking on unstable, melting glacial terrain as climate change accelerates.

Deadly New Opioid Fuels Scotland's Drug Death Crisis

A powerful synthetic opioid, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, is devastating communities across Scotland. Public Health Scotland issues an urgent warning as drug-related fatalities hit a new high.

Hiker survives 60ft fall saving dog on mountain

A British Columbia man miraculously survived a 60-foot fall down a mountain after slipping while trying to save his dog. Read the incredible rescue story from Stawamus Chief Mountain.

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