Oyster Wave System Launched in Scotland
The wave energy industry took a major stride forward last week when the world's largest working hydro-electric wave energy device, known as 'Oyster', was officially launched by Scotland's F...
Renewable Energy World,
Mon Nov 23 06:34:37 PST 2009
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Ultra Running: Sichel takes first steps to 1000 Mile World Cup with Highland Train...
Orkney's world record holding ultra marathon runner, William Sichel (56), takes his first steps towards next March's 1000 Mile World Cup race in Athens, with a 3 day Training Camp in the Hi...
RunnersWeb.com,
Sun Nov 22 09:25:31 PST 2009
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£11m Oyster begins pumping power into Orkney
THE world's largest hydro-electric wave energy device was switched on in Scottish waters by the First Minister yesterday.
The Scotsman,
Fri Nov 20 16:42:48 PST 2009
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World's largest wave energy device switched on near Orkney
THE world's largest hydro-electric wave energy device was switched on to the national grid today.
The Scotsman,
Fri Nov 20 05:57:18 PST 2009
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Every Human Being Spends Five Years of Life on a Toilet
Generally, an average person spends five years of their life on a toilet. The World Toilet Organization ( WTO ) was founded in 2001 at a conference for toilet professionals held in Singapor...
Pravda Ru,
Mon Nov 23 00:27:00 PST 2009
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WOODSTOCK -- A decision on a controversial townhouse project planned for Bryce Resort has been put off for another year.
The Northern Virginia Daily,
Mon Nov 23 02:25:20 PST 2009
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McArthur rejects Minister's defence of airport car park charges
Orkney MSP, Liam McArthur, has rejected the Transport Minister
Scottish Liberal Democrats,
Sat Nov 21 04:22:00 PST 2009
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Wave energy machine switched on
A major wave energy device off Orkney has been switched on by First Minister Alex Salmond, joining the national grid.
BBC News,
Fri Nov 20 07:31:41 PST 2009
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Investment in marine renewables welcomed
Scottish Liberal Democrats,
Fri Nov 20 08:36:49 PST 2009
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Empty houses reach four-year high
The number of vacant properties in Scotland soars to a four-year high of 103,000, a Bank of Scotland survey has shown.
BBC News,
Sat Nov 21 04:12:16 PST 2009
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The Week Unzipped: Insurers mobilise extra staff to cope with calls from flood vic...
INSURANCE companies drafted in extra staff to cope with thousands of calls following the recent flooding and sent out an army of advisers to offer flood-hit areas help.
The Scotsman: Business,
Sat Nov 21 16:45:48 PST 2009
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World's largest hydro electric wave device opened
What is claimed to be the world's largest working hydro-electric wave energy device has been officially opened in Scotland.
Environmental Data Interactive Exchange,
Sat Nov 21 00:08:35 PST 2009
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Symphony for kids showcases Celtic culture
Edmonton's lads and lasses can be Irish, Scottish or Welsh for a day this weekend. On Saturday, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra is hosting A Celtic Adventure, a kid-friendly hour of music a...
The Edmonton Examiner,
Sat Nov 21 02:58:24 PST 2009
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Dram shame as bosses close down distillery after 112 years
ONE OF Speyside's leading distilleries is to close with the loss of more than 30 jobs after a review by a major whisky producer.
The Scotsman,
Fri Nov 20 17:04:26 PST 2009
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Travellers Guide to Antarctica
Icebergs comprise glaciers that have crumbled into the ocean. To the bitter end of the world. Why?
Independent,
Fri Nov 20 16:18:01 PST 2009
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Western Isles heads league of unoccupied Scots homes
THE number of vacant properties in Scotland has soared to a four-year high. More than 103,000 homes are lying empty
The Scotsman,
Fri Nov 20 16:44:19 PST 2009
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Carmichael backs campaign to retain British Forces Post Offices in Europe
Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael has written to the Prime Minister Gordon Brown MP urging him to reconsider the decision to remove British Forces Post Offices (BFPO) from mainland...
Scottish Liberal Democrats,
Thu Nov 19 03:21:57 PST 2009
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Scottish Liberal Democrats,
Wed Nov 18 11:36:49 PST 2009
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Local jobs and services face axe
JOBS and services in Caithness are expected to be cut as a result of a reduction of £12.46 million in the Highland Council's budget for 2010/2011.
John O'Groat Journal,
Fri Nov 20 06:54:27 PST 2009
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