Tourists identified as leading carbon emission contributors
The impact of world-wide tourism on carbon emissions is four times greater than previously thought, say scientists. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210207.Tourists_identified_as_leading_carbon_emission_contributors/?ref=rss
Safety campaign aims to reduce fatalities among bikers
A series of short films showcasing Scotland’s motorcycle routes forms part of a campaign to encourage bikers to share best practice and reduce...
Porkers in peril as lorry carrying 200 pigs overturns on roundabout
A rescue operation was launched after a lorry carrying 200 pigs overturned on a roundabout. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210208.Porkers_in_peril_as_lorry_carrying_200_pigs_overturns_on_roundabout/?ref=rss
Sun set to finish its life as a planetary nebula
Beautiful end predicted for the Earth’s parent star in 10 billion years. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210209.Sun_set_to_finish_its_life_as_a_planetary_nebula/?ref=rss
Scientists discover Y chromosome gene can protect against leukaemia
It is hoped the findings could lead to new treatments for acute myeloid leukaemia, which has poor long-term survival rates. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210210.Scientists_discover_Y_chromosome_gene_can_protect_against_leukaemia/?ref=rss
Couple weds in Zimbabwe hospital after crocodile bites off bride’s arm
A couple attacked by a crocodile wedded days later in a Zimbabwean hospital, where the bride was recovering after losing an arm. ....
Actor Tom Sizemore sued over claim he groped child actor
The Black Hawk Down star has denied the allegation first made in 2003. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210212.Actor_Tom_Sizemore_sued_over_claim_he_groped_child_actor/?ref=rss
WATCH: Putin promises economic reforms as he takes oath of office
He held on to the Russian presidency in March’s election when he took 77% of the vote. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210213.WATCH__Putin_promises_economic_reforms_as_he_takes_oath_of_office/?ref=rss
Cycling and walking fund boosted to £36 million
Transport Minister Humza Yousaf has announced a fund to support walking and cycling will more than double. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210216.Cycling_and_walking_fund_boosted_to___36_million/?ref=rss
Simon Mayo uncomfortable with BBC publishing presenters’ pay
The radio host says the policy is used against the broadcaster by those who want to dismantle it. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16210215.Simon_Mayo_uncomfortable_with_BBC_publishing_presenters____pay/?ref=rss
