• The European factor that can help Hearts attract 'better players' as Tynecastle improvement sought

    European football will come with a financial boost - and Lawrence Shankland believes that could help the club attract a higher calibre of player. Steven Naismith’s side have impressed this campaign and look destined to finish third in the Premiership. That could be guaranteed even if they suffer defeat against Celtic on Saturday, as Kilmarnock losing to Rangers would leave them needing to make up an uncatchable 11-point gap with nine left to play for. Finishing third will clinch a Europa League...

  • You can solo two powerful Pokemon Go Mega Raids but there’s strict requirements to meet

    Pokemon Go has announced its May 2024 content with exciting Raid Bosses, and a couple of popular Mega Raid battles can be soloed as long as some particular conditions are met. With each month getting close to Go Fest 2024, Pokemon Go has set the stage for a thrilling May, with debuting Ultra Beasts like Blacephalon and Stakataka, exciting Megas and Legendaries in Raids, and several Pokemon to catch. The schedule for the Mega Raids in May includes several Mega-evolved forms of Kanto...

  • Steve Clarke names the Hearts demands that stars must meet as Shankland makes two key improvements

    Scotland head coach Steve Clarke knows the Hearts shirt comes with two telling demands - and Lawrence Shankland is living up to the lofty expectations. The striker is on 28 goals in all competitions for Steven Naismith’s side this season. He is bidding to be the nation’s starting striker for the Euro 2024 opener with Germany this summer, and the subsequent games that will follow in the major tournament. With QPR’s Lyndon Dykes and Southampton’s Che Adams to contend with, there is debate about...

  • 11 Hearts and Hibs transfer deals rated in bumper Premiership rankings with Rangers, Celtic + Aberdeen men

    The numbers have been crunched to try and give scope on what Premiership team has pulled off the best transfer this season. Hearts and Hibs were both busy last summer in an attempt to secure European football. It’s the Jambos who have been successful in their quest, with the Premiership’s third place available to be wrapped up this weekend with victory over Kilmarnock. That will bring European group stage football, meanwhile, there is an ongoing review at Easter Road after a disappointing...

  • Want to live longer? Take the stairs! Simple lifestyle tweak to skip lift can help you avoid early death by keeping heart healthy, scientists find

    Scientists at the University of East Anglia wanted to investigate whether climbing stairs, as a form of physical activity, could play a role in reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease and early death.

  • How to transfer files between two Macs with a cable

    Even with AirDrop's convenience for Mac users, transferring large files or navigating software incompatibilities often requires a more robust solution. Here are some options for using a cable. How to transfer files between two Macs using a cable Apple equips you with several intuitive methods for transferring files between Macs. These include Ethernet for straightforward wired connections, Target Disk Mode for transforming one Mac into an external hard drive accessible by another, and...

  • European elections 2024: who can you vote for in June?

    With exactly one month to go until the Netherlands goes to the polls, you might be wondering what your options are to vote in the European parliamentary elections. The Netherlands currently has 29 members in the 720-seat European parliament, 27 of whom are affiliated to a party and two independents. After June 6, that total will go up to 31. In total, 20 parties are taking part and 497 potential MEPs are hoping to win enough votes to go to

  • Two named 2024 Regional Academic All-Stars

    Two local students were recently recognized for their achievements in and outside of the classroom. Continue reading at The Republic News.

  • Steven Naismith reveals what constitutes success for Hearts

    As his first season in charge at Hearts edges towards a conclusion, Steven Naismith is content with the progress made. Two more points will secure the Edinburgh club third place in the Premiership and guarantee European league-stage football. They also reached both national cup semi-finals and Naismith is satisfied with his maiden campaign as head coach. He will continue to strive for better in the months ahead but, speaking to the Edinburgh News, he explained that finishing third and playing in...

  • How 'Loss Mitigation' Can Help You Avoid Foreclosure

    If you're facing foreclosure, you can use loss mitigation to make your mortgage payments affordable and avoid losing your home.

  • Maybe we can cool it on pushing children to be ‘changemakers’

    In the public libraries in the places I have lived, the children’s book sections always display, prominently, books urging children to become activists who change the world. “Children can change the world” is a fine notion on its own. Every place and generation needs rabble-rousers, questioners of the status quo, and leaders who will rally […]

  • Hearts' plans to invest with £5m European cash on the horizon

    Hearts are investing in players and training facilities throughout this year in a bid to improve standards at Riccarton. A strong league campaign sees them on the cusp of securing third place and £5m in European cash through guaranteed league-stage football after the summer. Club officials are already looking at spending with the future in mind. Three new players will arrive after pre-contracts were agreed with the Ross County midfielder Yan Dhanda, Livingston left-back James Penrice and...