A wildfire in Scotland's Cairngorms National Park has entered its 10th day, with smoke now visible 59 miles away in Aberdeen due to a change in wind direction. Firefighters continue to battle the "dynamic and unpredictable" blaze, while local communities express concern and call for more support.
US President Donald Trump claimed Aberdeen residents would celebrate reports that incoming UK PM Andy Burnham might back new North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite Burnham not confirming the reports. Trump also criticized wind power.
Researchers have found that people can be trained to distinguish AI-generated faces from real ones, improving accuracy from 40% to 80% in about an hour. The training focuses on subtle perceptual qualities like symmetry, proportionality, attractiveness, distinctiveness, expressiveness, and memorability, as AI struggles to perfectly replicate human quirks. This skill is crucial given the rise of AI deepfake scams and potential political espionage.
A 50-year-old woman has been arrested in Hong Kong after a brawl at a minibus station resulted in the death of a 53-year-old woman. The dispute reportedly began over a stepped-on foot and escalated after the women disembarked.
Courtney Gartshore, 27, is on trial at the High Court in Aberdeen accused of culpable homicide after her baby daughter, Dahlia-Rose, allegedly died from prolonged hairdryer heat. Prosecutors claim Gartshore also consumed alcohol and mephedrone while caring for the child.
Courtney Gartshore, 27, is on trial at the High Court in Aberdeen accused of culpably and recklessly causing the death of her three-month-old daughter, Dahlia-Rose. Prosecutors allege the baby died from significant heat exposure from a hairdryer while Gartshore was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and mephedrone.
Security staff at Aberdeen Airport have cancelled 14 days of planned strike action after a pay agreement was reached with ICTS HBS Security. The strikes, involving baggage screening staff, were set to begin on Monday.
Security staff at Aberdeen Airport, represented by the Unite union, will strike for 14 days starting Monday over pay disputes. The union warns of significant delays as its members form the majority of the baggage screening team.
Hong Kong's narcotics bureau seized 120kg of cocaine from a yacht, bringing the total recent haul to 361kg with a street value of HK$270 million. A 45-year-old woman, the yacht's registered owner, was arrested in connection with the largest cocaine trafficking case recorded by police in the past year.
O bairro Vila Abernéssia, em Campos do Jordão, tem raízes ligadas ao escocês Robert John Reid, que contribuiu significativamente para o desenvolvimento da cidade no século XX, deixando legado além do esporte.
Kemi Badenoch stated that the Scottish Conservatives' victory in the Aberdeen South by-election, their first since 1973, sends a significant message to Labour and the SNP. Douglas Lumsden won the seat, emphasizing the importance of the oil and gas sector. The SNP also secured a win in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.
The Scottish Conservatives secured their first by-election victory since 1973 in Aberdeen South, with Douglas Lumsden winning the seat. Kemi Badenoch hailed the win as a message to Labour and the SNP, emphasizing its national significance for jobs, particularly in the oil and gas sector. Meanwhile, the SNP held the Arbroath and Broughty Ferry seat.
The Conservative party achieved an unexpected victory in the Aberdeen South by-election, defeating the SNP. The win, coupled with a strong second-place finish in another Scottish by-election, offers encouragement to the Tories amidst poor national polling.
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has lost the Aberdeen South seat to the Scottish Conservatives in a by-election, with Douglas Lumsden winning by 6,050 votes. The result is seen as a referendum on the North Sea oil and gas industry.
Dragon boat races took place across Hong Kong on Friday for the Tuen Ng Festival, drawing thousands of competitors and spectators despite recent unsettled weather. Events were held in Stanley, Aberdeen, Sha Tin, Tai Po, Tai O, and Sai Kung, with participants expressing excitement and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
The Scottish Conservatives secured a significant victory in the Aberdeen South by-election, taking the seat from the SNP for the first time in over 50 years. The SNP, however, retained the Arbroath and Broughty Ferry seat.
The Conservatives secured a significant victory in the Aberdeen South by-election, ousting the Scottish National Party. The Tories' campaign focused heavily on loosening restrictions for oil and gas drilling, a key issue for local jobs.
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has lost the Aberdeen South seat to the Scottish Conservatives in a surprise by-election result. The seat was previously considered safe for the SNP.
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has lost the Aberdeen South seat to the Scottish Conservatives in a surprise by-election result. The Tories invested heavily in the constituency, focusing on North Sea oil and gas. The defeat may be linked to voter backlash over party fund theft.
Polls close in Makerfield by-election, a key contest for Andy Burnham's political future. The Labour candidate faces Reform's Robert Kenyon in a seat traditionally safe for Labour but recently leaning towards Reform.
The Aberdeen South by-election is a tight contest between the SNP and Conservatives, largely focused on North Sea oil and gas policy. Job losses and energy security claims are central, with the Tories advocating for extraction and the SNP navigating between jobs and renewables.
The Aberdeen South by-election on June 18 is a pivotal contest on North Sea oil politics. Reform UK and Scottish Conservatives are campaigning on reviving oil and gas production, challenging the SNP's net zero commitments. The outcome could signal a wider debate on the economic burden of net zero ahead of a UK general election.
Hong Kong's yacht tourism faces a significant barrier beyond infrastructure: its strict and non-reciprocal operator licensing system, hindering international sailors.
Keir Starmer will not block Andy Burnham from standing as MP for Makerfield, as Labour faces internal strife following local election losses, with multiple resignations and calls for Starmer's resignation.
