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Explained: The rise of online misogyny
Oct 13, 2024 · Misogynistic attitudes have existed throughout history, but some young men are being caught up in a newly-packaged version of misogyny, driven by online communities and …
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Danger of lead pollution after company wins court battle - The …
Aug 25, 2024 · In 2022 The Ferret reported increased emissions from the Cowie site of other toxins that can threaten health and wildlife. They included dioxins, which can cause cancer …
Explained: Why are Scottish universities worried about money?
Jun 16, 2024 · Scottish universities can charge students from the rest of the UK tuition fees of up to £9,250 per year. International students can be charged at much higher rates. Tuition fees …
Radioactive pollution from bomb plant sparks cancer fears
Nov 4, 2024 · Increasing tritium air pollution from Coulport was described as “worrying” by Dr Ian Fairlie, an expert on radioactivity in the environment and a former UK government advisor.He …
Alarm over new US military ‘presence’ in Scotland
Nov 14, 2024 · The Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament argued that the US presence at Lossiemouth was “a new twist in Scotland’s incorporation into the US nuclear-war-fighting …
Can a Norwegian seafood giant allay locals' fears over a Highland …
Dec 15, 2024 · Salmon companies insist that they farm fish sustainably in line with legislation, while creating jobs and wealth for coastal communities. But what exactly is the industry doing …
The largest 10 vacant and derelict sites in Scotland - The Ferret
Apr 20, 2020 · Five of Scotland’s 10 largest pieces of vacant and derelict land are not being brought back into use despite being deemed suitable for regeneration or development.
Forever chemicals found in 55 per cent of Scottish drinking water
Mar 3, 2024 · Under new regulations introduced in 2022, Scottish Water has to take emergency measures to prevent the supply of water to consumers if it contains more than 100 nanograms …