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• American investment fund sues Russia over $200bn century old debt
  An American investment fund is attempting to recover $225.8bn from the Russian government due to debt on bonds issued by the Tsarist regime
• High-profile Scots hotels join 'fantastic initiative' to boost struggling hospitality
  Backers of new campaign hope special offers can 'ease the strain and inspire people to enjoy the best of UK hospitality'
• DC Singh extends his fashion and digital tech across the globe
  The global fashion sector shifts constantly and demand for designer clothing shapes much of that movement. This category continues to influence buying patterns, online retail growth and seasonal trends across major markets.
• Court of Session bins Biffa’s £51.4m Deposit Return Scheme claim against ministers
  Court of Session rejects Biffa’s £51.4 million claim against the Scottish Government over the collapse of the Deposit Return Scheme.
• Plan to demolish former law offices for student housing to be approved
  Plans to demolish former law offices to make way for student housing have been brought forward
• Former baggage handler rises through ranks to land top Scottish airport job
  Mr Paterson has assumed his new role bringing "extensive operational experience gained across the aviation sector"
• Caledonian Sleeper makes first departure from Birmingham to Scottish Highlands
  Caledonian Sleeper marked "a major milestone in its history" as its first-ever service departed from Birmingham International on Thursday night.
• Supermarket firm wants to expand alcohol offering at these Scottish stores
  Supermarket giants Lidl have launched a bid to expand the alcohol offering at their two North Ayrshire stores.
• New homeware store opens its doors in Scottish shopping centre
  A new store has opened its doors in the Clyde Shopping Centre this week
• Festive sales provided ‘little Christmas cheer’ for retailers, says industry
  There was “little Christmas cheer” for Scotland’s retailers with just a small increase in sales over the festive period, an industry body has said.
• Private jet specialist restores 'lifeline' Scottish air link
  Air Charter Scotland operated the first of six weekly return flights between Wick to Aberdeen on Wednesday, on time, and to schedule, restoring vital connectivity to the far north of Scotland.
• What the Dickens, is optimistic Starmer really Mr Micawber?
  Sir Keir Starmer is losing support because although he exudes optimism he has made too many U-turns.
• Demolition date set for historic Scottish golf clubhouse
  Members queued up amid this past weekend's snow to secure memorabilia and raise funds for charity
• Silence, secrecy, and stonewalling: CalMac under fire on public cash probe response
  Ministers have been urged to act to ensure CalMac co-operates with an investigation into its handling of taxpayers' money that has rocked Scotland’s ferry network.
• 'Aggressive minority' warning as crunch vote looms at Scottish company
  There has been a huge wave of support for the Scottish company, which is under attack from a US hedge fund
• 'Wonderful' says Scottish law firm as two experienced solicitors return
  Two experienced solicitors are returning to the Scottish law firm after two years
• Temporary housing plan for fire-ravaged Scottish hotel set for green light
  Plans for temporary housing at the site of a former hotel have been brought forward
• 'Exponential growth' as s1jobs thrives with technical innovation
  Data sharing has allowed the digital jobs platform to thrive
• Owner of Glasgow's famous Horseshoe Bar highlights £130m cost hit
  Mitchells & Butlers confident of increasing market share in the year ahead despite facing higher labour costs
• Popular doughnut shop in Scottish city shuts doors 'with immediate effect'
  Dough and Co, located in the city’s Belmont Street, opened in September 2023 and won rave reviews for its array of fresh doughnuts and breakfast sandwiches.