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Oil rush begins as Arctic ice melts
An estimate of 160 billion barrels has companies scrambling to drill in pristine ecosystem, writes Michael McCarthy.
Fiction Addiction: [Not] There But For The
This was supposed to be the blog in which the author of There But For The answered all the questions that you so carefully crafted for her.
Edinburgh: Grand castle home to vast historical wealth
Lauriston Castle houses the legacy of some exceptional characters, writes Graham Reid.
Rugby sevens: Tietjens satisfied despite exit
Gordon Tietjens did not have to look far to find something to celebrate despite his side being eliminated in the semis in Edinburgh.
Researchers uncover the nature of human kindness
A woman's compassion is largely due to the genes she inherits - but for men it comes from the environment.
Injection of stem cells into stroke victim's brain a medical first
A Glasgow man in his 60s has become the world's first person to receive injections of foetal stem cells.
<i>Gregor Paul:</i> Clinical ABs too fast for Scots
Herald on Sunday rugby writer Gregor Paul provides post-match analysis during the All Blacks' Grand Slam tour.
All Blacks: Scotland to be taken seriously
After previously resting old heads and testing new blood against Scotland, the All Blacks are set to name a strong side for Sunday's clash.
All Blacks: Sonny Bill the flanker?
All Blacks' assistant coach Wayne Smith has suggested Sonny Bill Williams could spend some time on the side of the scrum in the future.
Don't miss: Edinburgh's Hogmanay
Edinburgh's Hogmanay welcomes the New Year with an exciting programme of free and ticketed events offering something for all ages.
Scottish mum charged over deaths
The American mother of three children who were found dead in an Edinburgh house faces criminal charges, police said.
The new gourmet delight - bottled sea water
Launched at the Taste of Edinburgh festival yesterday, Acquamara claims to be the world's first designer sea water.
<i>Little Britain</i> star quits play over ex-partner's death
Matt Lucas has pulled out of his debut performance in a West End play following the sudden death of his former civil partner.
Scots MPs' Lockerbie bomber fury
The Scottish Justice Secretary faced down a barrage of angry criticism from members of the Scottish Parliament yesterday amid mounting dismay over his decision to release the Lockerbie bomber.