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  • From Tapeworm to Triumph | Aberdeen News

    A woman’s harrowing journey from contracting a tapeworm in India to battling 38 brain parasites, seizures, psychosis, and near-total life collapse—now turned into a powerful 12-part podcast to educate, empower, and inspire others.

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  • Trump's Crypto Cash Surpasses Golf Earnings | Aberdeen News

    Trump’s latest financial filings reveal his Scottish golf courses earned over £30 million, but his crypto empire is where the real cash is—reportedly over $1 billion, including $600M from meme coins and $500M from a crypto startup. His properties are worth over $50M each, and he’s also cashing in on media settlements and branded watches. The White House insists no conflict exists, but the numbers are sparking serious questions.

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    2 min
  • Trump's Scottish Golf & Crypto Empire | Aberdeen News

    Trump’s Scottish golf resorts raked in over £30 million last year, with Turnberry alone bringing in £23 million and the Aberdeenshire course adding nearly £7 million — both valued at over $50 million each. The empire began with the controversial Aberdeenshire project in 2006, faced environmental pushback, and later expanded with the acquisition of Turnberry in 2014, followed by major renovations. Despite revenue, Turnberry suffered vandalism and political protests last year. Meanwhile, Trump’s crypto ventures — including meme coins with his likeness and a family-backed crypto firm — generated over $1 billion, plus millions from media settlements and merchandise royalties. The Trump Organization insists its nearly 1,000-page financial filings prove its financial strength and commitment to transparency.

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    2 min
  • Starbucks Takes Over Ellon Drive-Thru Spot | Aberdeen News

    Starbucks is moving forward with plans to build a new drive-thru in Ellon, taking over a site previously eyed by McDonald’s — which backed out last year over traffic concerns. The coffee giant promises local jobs and revitalization for the vacant lot, turning a stalled project into a fresh opportunity for the community.

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  • Join Scotland’s New Benefits Advocates | Aberdeen News

    Advice Direct Scotland is expanding its team with new In-Person Advocates across Scotland to empower vulnerable people—especially disabled individuals and those struggling with benefits—to confidently navigate the social security system. These advocates will meet clients face-to-face in communities or at home, simplifying complex rules, preparing for assessments, and supporting appeals. Ideal candidates are compassionate, skilled communicators with experience in welfare or community work, who thrive in helping others through tough times. Training is provided, and while an advocacy qualification is preferred, it’s not required. Roles include travel, community outreach, and admin, so a UK driving license and car are essential. In return, they offer a four-day work week, generous leave, pension contributions, and full-time pay on reduced hours. As a Disability Confident Employer, they welcome all applicants and offer adjustments. Starting at £28,000+, this is a meaningful career opportunity to make a real difference in Scotland’s most vulnerable communities.

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    3 min
  • 72-Year-Old Scotswoman Shatters Age Limits | Aberdeen News

    Carole Munro, a 72-year-old Scottish grandma, just shattered expectations by winning Hyrox World Championship gold in Sweden—despite three hip surgeries, depression, and carpal tunnel recovery. Her son rallied the community, and Elastoplast stepped in to sponsor her trip. On race day, her son’s words fueled her to victory, and standing on the podium to the Scottish anthem? Pure magic. And she’s just getting started—planning multi-generational races with her family. Age? Just a number.

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  • Convicted Flight Rapist Gets Sentence Cut | Aberdeen News

    A man convicted of attempting to rape a flight passenger had his six-year sentence slashed to five years by Scotland’s Court of Criminal Appeal — a narrow but significant win for his legal team, who emphasized he was a first-time offender and a family provider.

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  • Penny Black Found in Oxfam Donation | Aberdeen News

    A student volunteer stumbled upon a historic Penny Black stamp—first adhesive postage stamp ever made—at an Oxfam shop in Aberdeen, hidden among thousands of donated stamps. Valued at $50 despite wear, it’s a rare find that’s now funding poverty-fighting efforts. The discovery highlights how history lurks in everyday places, thanks to passionate eyes and community collaboration.

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  • ScotRail’s $10 Ticket Rule Explained | Aberdeen News

    Starting July 1st, ScotRail is slapping a $10 minimum fare on anyone who boards without a ticket — but only if ticket options were available beforehand. This crackdown targets fare dodgers, with an education campaign already boosting ticket purchases by nearly 750,000 journeys. The move aims to recover $11 million annually lost to evasion, funding better services. With ticket machines and offices widely accessible, the policy is about accountability — not punishment. Since returning to public ownership, ScotRail has slashed ticketless travel from 9% to 2.5%, hiring dedicated officers to enforce it. While some short trips could now cost double, exceptions exist for concessions, disabilities, and specific ticket offers. The real win? More passengers buying tickets upfront — because ScotRail’s goal isn’t fines, but fairer, better-funded rail for everyone.

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    3 min

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