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Putting Edinburgh tech scene on the World map
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We all take where we live for granted. I recall living 32 miles from London, and really not thinking that much about it. Or visiting Edinburgh, as I did every year for our annual “escape the clutches of the English” holiday, and walking past historic monuments and buildings without even…
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US Ambassador to Ireland Brags About St. Louis
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While not quite as far as Scotland, Ireland is still across the Pond from the US. And when the new US Ambassador to Ireland, Kevin O’Malley, spoke this week at the Dublin Tech Summit and talked about the tech scene and vibrant startup ecosystem in St. Louis, I paid attention.…
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Scotland is the “manliest” country in the world
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No surprise here, but new, cutting edge research conducted by The Bluebears Revenge shows Scotland to have a commanding lead in regards to its manliest status. As noted in the article, “Scotland also produces around 90 per cent of all SAS members and is home to the deep fried mars bar,…
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The Immortal Memory – A Tribute to Scotland & Robert Burns
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Every January 25, or a date nearby, Scots the world over gather together and raise their glasses to Robert Burns, or as he is known in Scotland, Rabbie Burns. It is a night of bagpipes, haggis, fine meals, fine Scotch, and speeches. And the highlight, hopefully, of the evening, is…
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Increasing Number of Americans Visiting Scotland
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Figures released by Scotland’s Office for National Statistics show a 32% increase in US visitors to Scotland. You can read more over at STV News. And in other news, Scotland has been voted one of the friendliest countries in the world, and the friendliest country in Europe. Read more at Visit…
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Campaign for independence raised profile of Scotland in America
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My latest article in the UK Telegraph allowed me to talk Scottish Independence, the Scottish Government in the US, Scottish Development International, St. Louis and the St. Louis Cardinals. You can read it here.
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Segue: Talking About the Scottish Referendum on WSIE
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On September 19, the day after the Referendum in Scotland, I had the honor of discussing the historic vote on WSIE, along with a panel of international academics.
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The Scottish Takeover of St. Louis
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The 12th Annual St. Louis Scottish Games takes place this Friday and Saturday. This year will feature highland athletics, bagpipes, folk music, food, drink, crafts, goods, highland dancing, kids activities, sheepdog trials, sword fighting, birds of prey and much more. It’s a great time to enjoy traditional Scotland in the middle…