58 minutes ago Revealed: Popular Christmas leftover could help with weight loss and improve gut health, experts say

With the many elements of a British Christmas Dinner, along with the giant roasted turkey, many find themselves too full to finish their plates more often than not. But are leftovers actually good for you?

Science

62 minutes ago Why Scottish students at Edinburgh University want more support to counter classism

Only 25% of institution’s students are from Scotland, and they are more likely to be from working-class backgroundsFrom the first day Shanley Breese started her law degree at the University of Edinburgh, she encountered demeaning comments about her accent. She was told she was hard to understand and was asked to repeat herself in tutorials when she used words from the Scots language.“It was just a little thing to differentiate us and point it out It meant that I didn’t participate in my tutorials,” she says. Continue reading...

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74 minutes ago Scientists explore longevity drugs for dogs that could also ‘extend human life’

Researchers say drugs may be able to increase lifespan by extending health and thus shortening the rate of ageingNot for nothing are dogs called man’s best friend: they are good for their owners’ mental and physical health, and some studies have shown that if you’re looking for a date and want to seem more attractive, it might be time to get a canine companion.So what would it be like if dogs could live for ever – and what if that secret could help their owners live longer, healthier lives too? Continue reading...

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91 minutes ago Boxing Day travel chaos as Scotrail cancels trains running between Glasgow and Edinburgh

Chaos on the tracks between Glasgow and Edinburgh today as Scotrail cancelled many trains.

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1 hour ago Boxing Day sales: Scots in for a 'busy day', despite 10% drop in High Street footfall

Scottish shopping centres said retailers have started off on a “strong foot” despite figures showing a drop in visitors to bricks-and-mortar stores.

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1 hour ago Thousands enjoy Boxing Day sales in Scotland splurging '£587k a minute' in

Insiders said big Boxing Day bargains may have helped retailers avoid a knockout blow over the festive period.

Economics

2 hours ago Superstar horse Constitution Hill makes brilliant return after year off as Banbridge wins King George VI Chase

Nico de Boinville guided Constitution Hill to glory in the Christmas Hurdle at Kempton Park

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2 hours ago Martin Roberts had 'three hours to live' as he shares update after major surgery

Homes Under the Hammer presenter Martin Roberts had surgery two years ago after doctors found fluid around his heart and the former I'm A Celebrity star has now shared an update

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2 hours ago Martin Roberts doesn't know 'how much time he has left' as he shares health update

Homes Under the Hammer presenter Martin Roberts had surgery two years ago after doctors found fluid around his heart and the former I'm A Celebrity star has now shared an update

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2 hours ago Exact date UK faces 24cm snow storm with only 'one' part of England spared

As much as nine inches will blanket the worst-hit areas, which include the north of England and the Scottish Highlands, as the British Isles are blasted with a healthy helping of snow after bringing in the New Year

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3 hours ago Chris Kamara rejoins Jeff Stelling on TV after health scare as fans all say the same thing

Chris Kamara stepped down from his role as a presenter for Soccer Saturday in 2022 after revealing he had been diagnosed with apraxia, a neurological disorder that makes it difficult for him to speak

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3 hours ago Chris Kamara gives health update as Sky Sports icon returns to screens for Premier League clash

Kammy has been off TV for more than two years after being diagnosed with a rare neurological condition that impacts his speech

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3 hours ago St Mirren 0 Rangers 0 LIVE score and goal updates from the Premiership clash in Paisley

Philippe Clement takes his side on the short journey down the M8 looking to make sure they keep in touch at the top of the Scottish Premiership

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3 hours ago St Mirren 1 Rangers 0 LIVE as Hamza Igamane has visitors first shot on target

Philippe Clement takes his side on the short journey down the M8 looking to make sure they keep in touch at the top of the Scottish Premiership

Events

3 hours ago Prestigious Scottish university posts £13m deficit amid 'challenging' pressures

Three other Scottish institutions record a surplus in latest published accounts

Economics

3 hours ago Am I too drunk, do I have rabies, and what should I do if a human bit me?

Information on alcohol consumption, rabies, and bites – both animal and human – were among the top of the list for NHS advice being sought on Christmas and Boxing Day last year

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3 hours ago Am I too drunk, do I have rabies, and a human bit me: The bizarre questions to NHS at Christmas and Boxing Day

Information on alcohol consumption, rabies, and bites – both animal and human – were among the top of the list for NHS advice being sought on Christmas and Boxing Day last year

Sport

3 hours ago Elon Musk reveals he’s taking drug for weight loss in bizarre ‘Ozempic Santa’ post

The world’s richest man has clashed with incoming Health and Human Services chief Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over the role weight-loss medications should play in making Americans healthier and thinner.

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3 hours ago Martin Roberts shares emotional health update as he refuses to slow down despite warnings from doctors

EXCLUSIVE: The Homes Under the Hammer presenter, 61, previously shared how he was told he had 'a few hours to live' after finding out he was suffering from pericardial effusion.

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3 hours ago The Scottish seaside town with Hogmanay festival perfect for New Year getaway

For the Daily Record's final Town of the Week of 2025, we have chosen a picturesque spot that is the perfect place to ring in the new year — featuring a spectacular Hogmanay fireball festival.

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