Nasa intern helps to discover new planet in first week at organisation
A school student interning at Nasa helped to discover a planet with two stars, the agency has announced.
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Police praised after clearing snow for 99-year-old resident
Police in New York have been praised for clearing snow from a 99-year-old resident’s driveway on Monday.
Space camp opportunity for north-east youngsters after link up
North-east children could get the chance to go to an American space camp as part of a twinning agreement.
Snoop Dogg calls for US women’s team to receive more prize money
American rapper Snoop Dogg has called for the pay gap between the USA men’s and women’s soccer teams to be ended after the women won their fourth World Cup on Sunday.
John Noakes climbing Nelson’s Column named as greatest children’s TV moment
Blue Peter presenter John Noakes’ ascent of Nelson’s Column has been named as the greatest ever children’s TV moment.
Emma Watson and Rihanna criticise Alabama abortion laws
Emma Watson and Rihanna have joined the backlash against new abortion laws passed in the US state of Alabama.
Digital Minister denies final decision taken on Huawei and UK 5G network
Digital Minister Margot James has stamped on reports that the Prime Minister has given the go-ahead for controversial Chinese firm Huawei to work on the UK’s 5G network.
Five Eyes intelligence experts meet amid Huawei 5G controversy
Specialists from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance are meeting to discuss cyber threats as it emerged that Chinese telecoms giant Huawei will reportedly help to build Britain’s new 5G network.
Five Eyes intelligence members to share stage in UK for first time
Members of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance are to share a stage in the UK for the first time.
International neonatal expert to visit Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
A charity has funded a six-month visit to Aberdeen from an international neonatal expert.
Aberdeen artist sets out to create large mosaic in aid of charity
Since announcing the project on social media she has received items from as far afield as the USA and New Zealand.
Aberdeen’s Corsie takes heart from narrow defeat to USA in Paisley
Aberdeen's Rachel Corsie said Scotland women’s tight 1-0 defeat to world champions the USA was a “step forward”.
USA clash perfect test for Scots women’s side
Scotland women’s boss Shelley Kerr will use tonight’s friendly with the USA to start testing her squad ahead of next year’s World Cup.
Europe win Ryder Cup as Molinari wins decisive point in France
EUROPE have won the Ryder Cup back after Francesco Molinari defeated Phil Mickelson on the 16th hole at Le Golf National, Paris.
Smog-busting device from Aberdeen uni team goes under spotlight on Capitol Hill
A smog-busting device pioneered by Aberdeen academics has been showcased to US senators in a hope it will make factories greener.
North-east groups to join forces and protest Trump’s Scotland visit
North-east residents are planning to protest US President Donald Trump’s trip to the UK, as it was revealed he will spend time in Scotland.
David and Victoria Beckham all smiles in ‘amazing’ family night picture
David Beckham posted a picture of himself and wife Victoria smiling in a restaurant, a week after the pair were forced to deny rumours their marriage was experiencing difficulties.
Facial recognition to be trialled at American border port in August
Starting in August, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in the United States will begin testing a new system for scanning drivers’ faces as they enter and exit the country.
Former Aberdeen Grammar School pupil dies aged 79
A former Aberdeen school pupil and talented player who gave up his beloved rugby to start a new life across the Atlantic at a remote Arctic trading post has died at the age of 79.
Breaking: Tsunami warning issued for west coast of US after earthquake
A tsunami warning has been issued for the west coast of the US and Canada after a magnitude 8.2 earthquake struck 175 miles south east of Kodiak, Alaska. More to follow
Aberdeen charity cyclist seriously hurt after being hit by car in USA
An Aberdeen man has been left seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle during a cycling challenge in the United States.
Bobby Clark understands why move to USA would seem attractive to Dons skipper Ryan Jack
Dons fans were today warned Ryan Jack might not be the only young Scottish talent considering going stateside in the next few years.
BrewDog reveals further details on plans to build brewery in USA
A NORTH-EAST craft beer firm today revealed further details on their plans to build a brewery in the USA.
After six years … President Obama finally has his own Twitter account
BARACK Obama has opened his own personal Twitter account today.
Mother seeks dead daughter’s eggs
A mother is launching a legal battle for possession of her dead daughter’s frozen eggs so that she can become pregnant with her own grandchild.
North-east singer Ryan aims to make it as songwriter in America
A MUSICIAN is set to cross the Pond in a bid to make it as a songwriter in the USA.