1 hour ago ‘Cosmic’ bioluminescent algae lights up Melbourne’s St Kilda beach

First observed in Sydney in 1860, the ‘magical’ phenomenon has become more common in Australia’s warming waters since the 1990sFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBeachgoers in Melbourne have been treated to the “cosmic and magical” sight of bioluminescent algae off St Kilda beach this week.Richard Pensak, a marine biologist at local environment group Earthcare St Kilda, spotted the bright pink-coloured cloud in the water on Sunday, and immediately knew what it was. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago West Lothian locals urged to start own business with help of Business Gateway

Business Gateway, Scotland’s national business support service, has launched Scottish Start-Up Month, a nationwide campaign to celebrate Scotland’s entrepreneurial spirit.

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6 d. ago West Dunbartonshire residents encouraged to boost economy by £4.5m by shopping locally

Businesses and organisations across the region are championing the transformational impact of choosing local as part of a series of events, themed on People Make Places during Scotland Loves Local Week.

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7 d. ago Stirling residents encouraged to boost city economy by £5 million by supporting local businesses

Spending £1-per-week with a local business could boost Stirling's economy to the tune of almost £5 million, according to Go Forth Stirling BID.

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7 d. ago The £9.4m per year impact of spending just £1 per week more with West Lothian businesses

One Linlithgow Business Improvement Districts is among those highlighting the significant difference that can be made - safeguarding the future of businesses and protecting jobs - as part of Scotland Loves Local Week.

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7 d. ago West Lothian businesses celebrated as part of Scotland Loves Local Week

The theme for this year’s national campaign, which aims to encourage people to think local when they shop, is People Make Places, celebrating the important role played by business people at the heart of our communities.

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1 week ago California resident tests positive for the plague after camping, officials say

South Lake Tahoe resident was probably bitten by infected flea while camping in the area, local health authorities sayA resident of South Lake Tahoe in California has tested positive for the plague, local authorities announced this week.A statement released on Tuesday by health officials in El Dorado county said they were notified of the situation by the California department of public health (CDPH). The statement said the individual is now recovering at home and is under the care of a medical professional. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago UK's trade envoy to Turkey faces calls to resign after he visited Northern Cyprus

Afzal Khan arrived in the Turkish-controlled area last week 'for a series of official engagements', a local newspaper reported.

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3 w. ago Sports quiz of the week: heroes, villains, outcasts, legends and local rivals

Have you been paying attention to the football, cricket, cycling, rugby, golf, baseball and basketball? Continue reading...

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