University of Aberdeen2 days agoOldest surviving Scots cello to be played againThe restored instrument - made in 1756 - is being brought back to life at a performance in Aberdeen.2 days agoNE, Orkney & Shetland3 days agoIona Fyfe named new University of Aberdeen rectorIona Fyfe, from Aberdeenshire, was named Scots singer of the year in 2018.3 days agoNE, Orkney & Shetland3 days agoCall for non-fatal strangulation to be made crimeScotland is the only UK nation that does not class the crime separately from assault - campaigners want this to change.3 days agoNE, Orkney & Shetland6 Oct 2024Bid to reintroduce readers to Scotland's 'forgotten bestseller'Teachers are being encouraged to introduce pupils to the work of the Victorian author.6 Oct 2024Scotland6 Sep 2024New drug could help women avoid ectopic pregnancy surgeryIt is hoped the drug will reduce the number of women who need surgery to remove their fallopian tube.6 Sep 2024NE, Orkney & Shetland4 Sep 2024‘Remarkable’ Pictish ring discovered by volunteerThe ring is thought to have lain undiscovered for more than 1,000 years at Burghead in Moray.4 Sep 2024NE, Orkney & Shetland1 Aug 2024University adopts gender violence charter in late student's nameEmily Drouet, 18, took her own life in 2016 after being abused by another student in Aberdeen. 1 Aug 2024NE, Orkney & Shetland3 Jul 2024University 'still commemorates' slave trade donors The University of Aberdeen will now consider potential actions to address its legacy.3 Jul 2024NE, Orkney & Shetland20 Jun 2024Using fake nests to save rare bird from dying outPredation is seen as one of the biggest threats to the survival of the near-extinct capercaillie.20 Jun 2024Scotland
