First man on the moon Neil Armstrong dies

Sunday, 26 August 2012 00:00

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By a Newsnet reporter

Neil Armstrong, the first man to set foot on the moon, has died at the age of 82.

Armstrong created history in 1969 when, stepping on to the lunar surface, he uttered the immortal phrase: “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.”

Apple verdict could have major implications for smartphone industry

Saturday, 25 August 2012 23:59

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By Bob Duncan

Apple has won its historic US court battle with South Korean smartphone manufacturer Samsung, and has been awarded more than $1 billion (£630 million) in damages, in a ruling which could change the smartphone and tablet industries for ever.

Apple and Samsung had accused each other of infringing on software patents, with Apple’s allegations also including a few design patents.

World-first in marine renewables for Scotland

Thursday, 23 August 2012 22:57

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The world’s first community-owned tidal turbine will be made and deployed in Scotland, after a fabrication contract between Scottish firms Steel Engineering and Nova Innovation was announced today by First Minister Alex Salmond.

Newsnet Scotland’s online store goes live

Thursday, 23 August 2012 16:10

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Newsnet Scotland would like to announce the arrival of our new online store.

Operating in partnership with Scottish based charity ‘Cornerstone’ our store will offer readers of Newsnet Scotland the opportunity to purchase a variety of items, each bearing the Newsnet Scotland brand logo.

SNP deliver UK’s best student support package

Thursday, 23 August 2012 08:51

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Scottish students will benefit from the best funding package available in the UK with enhanced support and free tuition, Education Secretary Michael Russell has announced.

On top of current benefits such as free tuition, the new package, to be introduced in 2013 includes: