THE number of referrals made by a child abuse helpline to authorities has increased by more than a third during the pandemic, latest figures show.
A PROTEIN which helps breast cancer tumours survive could be targeted with a new type of drug that is already being tested for other cancers, research suggests.
PLANNED easing of coronavirus restrictions in Scotland is to go ahead despite cases “plateauing” rather than continuing to decline, Nicola Sturgeon has said.
ALMOST 300 teachers in independent schools in Scotland are still not registered, despite regulations coming into force this summer.
DOWNING Street refused to say that Boris Johnson regretted using “sexist language” in his journalistic career after the Prime Minister demanded an end to “everyday sexism”.
THE SNP have criticised the UK Chancellor for failing to reduce VAT for the hair, beauty and holistic services sector at last week’s Budget despite calls from MPs and campaigners.
SCOTLAND saw 510 sightings of whales and dolphins over eight days last summer, the Sea Watch Foundation reports.
A “TRANSFORMATIONAL” approach is needed to prevent a mental health crisis after the pandemic, a charity has said.
THE upcoming COP26 conference will be the international community’s “best chance” to tackle climate change, Nicola Sturgeon has said.
AN autistic teenager has sent almost 700 thank you cards to staff at a hospital to share messages of support with those on the front line dealing with Covid-19.
