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Scottish factory supplies all curling stones for 2026 Winter Olympics
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A small factory in Mauchline, Scotland, crafts the curling stones used at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, from unique granite quarried on the remote island of Ailsa Craig. Kays Scotland, founded in 1851, holds exclusive rights to the island's microgranite, ensuring the stones' durability and performance on ice. The process combines ancient geology with handcrafted precision, supporting the sport's Olympic tradition since 1924.
Adventure Rider magazine has published edition #11-26 of its popular Inmate Photos of the Week on March 13, 2026, highlighting spontaneous adventures and scenic rides shared by community members. The collection includes trips across Scotland, Canada, the US, and more, captured on various motorcycles.
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Award-winning writers Jon Miller and LG Thomson will host the WordHaus event, a cabaret of poetry and prose, at the Ceilidh Place in Ullapool on March 27. They will be joined by poets Cáit O’Neill McCullagh and Lynn Valentine. The event aims to create a lively space for audience connection with performers.
Scotland replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2026 Group C after the latter's security-driven exit from India-hosted matches, sparking uncertainty over Pakistan's participation as PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi awaits government decision—Uganda poised as potential substitute.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales visited Scotland's National Curling Academy in Stirling on January 20, 2026, where they tried the sport for the first time and met Team GB and Paralympics GB athletes ahead of the Winter Olympics. In a light-hearted competition, Kate emerged victorious over William despite an initial slip on the ice. The event highlighted curling's Scottish roots and the teams' successes.
A Tesla Cybertruck is on display at Scotland's Silverburn shopping centre from November 11 to 16, 2025, drawing both excitement and criticism. The futuristic electric vehicle, not available in the UK, has sparked debate due to owner Elon Musk's recent controversial statements. Glasgow MSP Patrick Harvie has condemned the exhibition for promoting Musk's brand.
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Scotland announced it will halt funding to weapons manufacturers supplying certain parties on September 4, 2025. The decision affects companies involved in specific arms supplies. It aligns with policy shifts on international conflicts.