DOJ pushes for Google to break off Chrome browser after antitrust case
The Department of Justice is calling for Google to divest its Chrome browser, following a ruling in August that the company holds a monopoly in the search market. Chrome, which…
Bitcoin climbs, reaching a new all-time high above $97,000
Bitcoin breached the $95,000 level for the first time Wednesday evening as investors continued pricing in a second Donald Trump presidency. The price of the flagship cryptocurrency was last higher…
Concord and Bluefield State split Mercer-County matinee doubleheader
BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – The Bluefield State (BSU) Big Blue and Concord Mountain lions took the court Wednesday night for the firs time between Mercer County foes in a men’s and…
Investment in public services across Scotland is desperately needed to reverse years of cuts
The stark fiscal choices facing the Scottish Government were laid bare on September 3 when Finance Secretary Shona Robison set out £500m of spending cuts. As things stand, further spending…
Higher taxes on retailers could lead to increased prices for hard up Scots
SNP Ministers considering higher taxes on retailers that rake in cash from alcohol and tobacco sales will be weighing up finely balanced arguments. No one can dispute the toll alcohol…
Tenants rights to keep pets to be strengthened in new measures to improve renting
The Scottish Government have introduced new plans to make it easier for renters to keep pets in their homes. The new legislation will introduce a range of measures aimed at…
Simple ways pensioners can boost income or cut outgoings before end of this year
Nearly 12.7million people have now reached State Pension age across Great Britain, including over 1.1m living in Scotland. Many of those in retirement rely on the contributory benefit as their…
US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment
The Washington, D.C. court hearings on Google’s punishment are scheduled to begin in April and the judge is aiming to issue his final decision before Labor Day. WASHINGTON D.C., DC…
Calls for “Booze and Fags” tax on supermarkets as health groups make plea to SNP Government
A powerful coalition of health groups has pleaded with the SNP Government to impose a new “booze and fags” tax on supermarkets in the Budget. Campaigners say higher business rates…
‘Our son died with cancer aged seven and his nurses are still like family to us’
A Scots couple have thanked those who extended their condolences and offered support following the heartbreaking death of their seven-year-old son. Ethan Hunter was diagnosed with cancer after medics found…