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Scottish News for 31 December 2009

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Revellers gather for Hogmanay Dec 31 2009

Tens of thousands of revellers braved sub-zero temperatures tonight as they gathered to bring in the new decade at one of the world's most famous street parties.Read

Climbers killed in avalanches named Dec 31 2009

Three climbers killed when they were swept up in a series of avalanches in Scottish mountains have been named.Read

City cancels Hogmanay party plans Dec 31 2009

A major Hogmanay street party has been cancelled due to heavy snowfall.Read

Violence message for football fans Dec 31 2009

Police are to send football fans text messages urging them to avoid violent behaviour in an attempt to halt the rise in domestic incidents associated with major play-offs.Read

Swine flu cases increase by 15% Dec 31 2009

The number of people believed to have caught swine flu in Scotland rose by almost 15% in Christmas week, figures have revealed.Read

Jobless teachers urged to volunteer Dec 31 2009

A leading charity has urged jobless teachers to volunteer to help youngsters in some of the world's poorest countries.Read

Bengal tigers 'adopted' by 18,000 Dec 31 2009

They would not make the cuddliest pets but tigers are the most popular species for adoption, a wildlife charity has disclosed.Read

Opposition 'have eyes on election' Dec 31 2009

The leaders of the three main Holyrood opposition parties have focused on the forthcoming UK general election in their new year messages.Read

Scotland 'a must-visit country' Dec 31 2009

Scotland's tourism industry has been hailed for rising to the challenge of the recession.Read

Wrap up warm, revellers urged Dec 31 2009

Revellers have been urged to wrap up warm as they bring in the new decade at Hogmanay celebrations across Scotland, with sub-zero temperatures expected.Read

Plea from brother of murdered woman Dec 31 2009

The brother of a grandmother brutally murdered in her Glasgow flat has said he is "mystified" about why she was killed.Read

Campaigners swap coal for postcards Dec 31 2009

Environmental campaigners will swap the traditional lump of coal in a first foot stunt to highlight "greener" power sources, it has been revealed.Read