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New Stamp Honors Ulster’s John Dunlap and American Independence Links

A new Irish postage stamp honors John Dunlap from Ulster, who printed the first copies of the American Declaration of Independence, highlighting enduring Ireland-US ties.

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An Post A stamp features a portrait of a man wearing a white top tied at the throat and a back coat. The stamp says: Eire W printed by John Dunlap. American Declaration of Independence 250 years. Forógra Saoirse Mheiriceá Bliain

Ancient Mammoth Tusks Reveal Symbol Patterns Predating Writing by 40,000 Years

Researchers discovered symbolic patterns on 45,000-year-old mammoth tusks in Germany, suggesting early forms of writing far predating known scripts from Mesopotamia.

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University of Tübingen / Hildegard Jensen A figurine shaped like a mammoth. It is ivory colour with dark grey patches, and has deeply-engraved lines of crosses and dots

Restoring Galashiels' Historic Fountain Faces Major Silt Removal Challenge

Restoring Galashiels' historic Cornmill Fountain requires removing about 150 tonnes of silt blocking its water supply. The community-backed project aims to revive the ornate, category-B listed fountain designed by Sir Robert Lorimer in 1912.

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BBC A blonde haired woman with a black and white scarf and blue jacket smiles at the camera

Glasgow City Chambers to Introduce Visitor Fees and Expand Event Use

Glasgow City Chambers will introduce visitor fees and expand external event use, highlighting its architectural and cultural significance.

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Getty Images A view of the City Chambers building in Glasgow - a a Victorian civic building with ornate stonework, arched windows, Corinthian columns, and decorative carvings across multiple levels.

Chelsea Flower Show Seeks New Charity Sponsors as Project Giving Back Ends Support

Chelsea Flower Show seeks new charity sponsors as Project Giving Back ends after funding 63 gardens and investing over £23m since 2022, marking a shift in sponsorship and eco-friendly gardening focus.

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Flowers in bloom in bloom in show garden

Glasgow's People's Palace Reopening Delayed Indefinitely Amid Evolving Plans

Glasgow's People's Palace reopening has been delayed indefinitely as refurbishment timelines and costs evolve. Funding challenges persist, with no Scottish government support confirmed despite ongoing discussions.

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Glasgow Life The People’s Palace building, a historic museum made with red bricks, on a sunny day.

Your Stunning Photos of Scotland from 13 to 20 February

A selection of photographs of Scotland sent between 13 and 20 February, showcasing wildlife, landscapes, and stunning natural moments captured by contributors across the country.

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George Carson Coloured love padlocks with inscriptions are attached to the road bridge between South Queensferry and North Queensferry. The Forth Rail Bridge and the Firth of Forth can be seen in the distance.

Hanna Baguley Shares Stunning Dark Sky Photos Across Wales

Ffotograffydd o ogledd Cymru, Hanna Baguley, yn rhannu ei lluniau o'r awyr dywyll yng Nghymru yn ystod Wythnos Awyr Dywyll Cymru, gan ddal harddwch y cosmos a'r cysylltiad â'n hynafiaid.

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Y llwybr llaethog uwchben Bryn Celli Ddu

Childhood Letter by Queen Elizabeth II to Be Auctioned with £4,000 Bids Expected

A childhood letter handwritten by Queen Elizabeth II, featuring drawings and personal notes, is set to be auctioned with bids up to £4,000 expected. The letter was found in 2024 by a family member and relates to life at Royal Lodge in the late 1930s.

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Getty Images A black and white picture of young Queen Elizabeth II.

£7m Lottery Fund to Restore Scotland’s Town Centre Heritage Gems

Over £7m from the National Lottery Heritage Fund will restore heritage sites in Glasgow, Airdrie, Girvan, and Tarbert, preserving historic buildings and supporting community projects.

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BBC A derelict looking bandstand fenced off in a park

British Museum Revises Displays, Removes 'Palestine' from Some Labels

The British Museum has removed the term 'Palestine' from some displays, citing historical inaccuracies and neutrality concerns, following feedback from UK Lawyers for Israel and public petitions.

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Ateb y Galw: Nia Arfon Shares Her Life and Passions

Nia Arfon, prif weithredwr Galeri Caernarfon, rhannu atgofion, hoff lefydd yng Nghymru, profiadau personol a diddordebau diwylliannol mewn cyfweliad manwl.

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