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Scotland's weirdest baby names with Lucifer, Ranger, Sailor and Greatness among most bizarre

National Records of Scotland files show a whole range of unusual names given to newborns across the country in 2022, including Aladdin, Lzarus, Lava and Anointed.

Glasgow Live

Deaths of cyclists and pedestrians in Glasgow prompts police and council safety group

The death of French student Emma Newman is just one of several in recent months, and councillors have called for more work on safety.

Glasgow Live

Most popular baby names in Scotland confirmed as top spot changes for first time in 14 years

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Jack knocked off top spot as most popular baby name in Scotland, new data shows

Scotland's most popular baby names have been announced.

The National (Scotland)

Noah knocks Jack off top spot to be most popular baby name in Scotland

The National Records of Scotland data also shows Olivia was the most popular name for girls born last year.

The Independent UK

Scotland's most popular baby names of 2022 as top spot changes for first time in 14 years

There have been some big changes in the most popular baby names in Scotland with the top pick for a boy changing for the first time in 14 years as well as some surprising risers.

Glasgow Live

Deaths in Scotland outnumber births as country sees 'negative natural change'

New figures from National Records of Scotland (NRS) showed that there was a “shortfall” of 15,983 births compared to deaths in 2022.

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Scotland's most popular baby names from 100 years ago as mums now shun classic picks

Parents are no longer keen on biblical names, including Mary and John.

Daily Record

Poorer Scots spending one-third of their lives in ill health, figures suggest

PEOPLE in Scotland’s most deprived communities spend more than a third of their life in poor health, according to the latest figures.

The National (Scotland)

Number of people who died in Lanarkshire while homeless falls significantly during 2021

Across Scotland an estimated 250 died which was similar to the previous year

Daily Record

Edinburgh charity worker warns people are sleeping in their cars due to cost of living crisis

Julie Woods has warned that the government needs to work on preventative measures, as statistics show 250 people died from homelessness in the past year.

Edinburgh Live

Support worker warns of 'huge rise in homelessness' as 250 people died on Scotland's streets

Julie Woods has warned that the government needs to work on preventative measures, as statistics show 250 people died from homelessness in the past year.

Daily Record

'Heart-breaking': Latest homeless deaths in Scotland revealed

AN estimated 250 homeless people died in Scotland last year, figures show.

The National (Scotland)

Covid deaths in Scotland rise slightly in latest weekly update

CONFIRMED or suspected coronavirus deaths in Scotland rose slightly in the week to Sunday, according to the latest figures.

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Cause of Queen's death being 'kept secret' despite record being made 13 days ago

Despite inquiries about the Queen's death being referred to the National Records of Scotland, the public body is understood to have told council staff not to release any details to media outlets

Daily Record

Life expectancy in Motherwell & Wishaw among lowest in the country

Statistics from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) show that a male baby under 12 months old living in the Scottish Parliamentary constituency is expected to live an average of 73.10 years.

Daily Record

Latest statistics show life expectancy continues to fall across Lanarkshire

The National Records of Scotland (NRS) said COVID-19 deaths accounted for the majority of the fall.

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Who tests your food for pesticides in Australia?

Australia has some of the highest pesticide use in the western world – yet finding out who tests fruit and vegetables for chemical residue is surprisingly hard

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Irish Mirror

Queen's cause of death remains mystery as authorities block attempts to find out

The document would reveal several details including the cause of Her Majesty’s death and where and when she died.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's worst and best areas for life expectancy revealed in new league table

The life expectancy rates in the capital are close to the national average but there is an eight year difference between the lowest and the highest rates in the city

The National (Scotland)

More than 1,000 people are reaching 100 or over in Scotland

THE ESTIMATED number of people aged 100 or older has passed the 1,000 mark in Scotland for the first time, according to new figures from National…

Insider UK

Funding package announced to improve island infrastructure

Funding comes as new statistics show a decline in Scottish city populations, with more moving to rural areas of the country

The National (Scotland)

Population boost on Scottish islands as many swap city life for rural communities

SCOTS are swapping city life for smaller rural communities, according to the latest statistics.

The National (Scotland)

Alcohol deaths in Scotland reach highest level since 2008

THE number of deaths in Scotland caused by alcohol is at the highest level since 2008.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow drug deaths at a record high as new figures published

Despite a slight fall in drug deaths across Scotland, the country still saw the second highest number on record last year - while Glasgow once again saw an increase in drug deaths.

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