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Scotsman
3 days ago
- General
- Scotsman
14 Scottish universities ranked best to worst in league table, according to students
The Complete University Guide's annual university league tables and rankings are a useful guide for anyone entering into higher education. The respected website's 2025 league tables rank the UK's best universities from best to worst – and we've crunched the data to compile our own list of Scotland's universities. League tables like this are essential for students, as they help them to make informed decisions over which university to attend, based on a number of factors – including entry standards, student satisfaction, graduate prospects, and plenty more besides. Browse our picture gallery to see how 14 Scottish unis compare, according to the Complete University Guide. 1 . Scotland's 14 universities ranked for 'student satisfaction' Scroll through our gallery to see Scotland's 14 universities ranked for 'student satisfaction' levels in 2025. Photo: Pixabay Photo Sales 2 . University of St Andrews Scotland rank: 1. UK rank: 4. Overall score: 94%. Entry standards: 100%. Student satisfaction: 83%. Research quality: 83%. Graduate prospects: 90%. Photo: Third Party Photo: Third Party Photo Sales 3 . The University of Edinburgh Scotland rank: 2. UK rank: 15. Overall score: 80%. Entry standards: 93%. Student satisfaction: 74%. Research quality: 85%. Graduate prospects: 83%. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales 4 . University of Glasgow Scotland rank: 3. UK rank: 28. Overall score: 75%. Entry standards: 99%. Student satisfaction: 76%. Research quality: 86%. Graduate prospects: 83%. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales
Scotsman
17-05-2025
- Climate
- Scotsman
17 photos of Edinburgh beer gardens where you can soak up the sun with a cold drink
The beautiful weather we've been enjoying sees no signs of abating, with blue skies, bright sunshine, and highs around the 20C mark on Saturday, May 17. It goes without saying, but this means lots of locals will be heading for a pub beer garden to catch some rays and enjoy a cold drink or three. Of course, deciding on where to go is often the toughest part, so we asked Evening News readers to tell us their favourite outdoor drinking spots in the Capital. We got plenty of responses, with recommendations ranging from traditional pubs to stylish cocktail gardens. Before heading out for al fresco drinks today, have a look through our photo gallery to see 17 of the very best Edinburgh beer gardens – all of them chosen by Evening News readers. 1 . 17 of the best pub beer gardens in Edinburgh Take a look through our gallery to see 17 of the best pub beer gardens in Edinburgh. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales 2 . The Outhouse Tucked away on Broughton Street Lane, The Outhouse is still something of a 'hidden gem' boasting one of the best beer gardens in Edinburgh city centre. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales 3 . The Torfin Cosy up next to a chiminea and enjoy drinks and some tasty pub grub in The Torfin's secret garden. You can find this pub in St Johns Road, Corstorphine. Photo: The Torfin Photo Sales 4 . The Pear Tree The Pear Tree came up so many times when our readers were asked to name their favourite Edinburgh pub gardens. Located in Newington, its famous beer garden has a big screen for live sports, and is known for hosting barbecues and live music. This place gets packed to the rafters when the sun shines on Auld Reekie. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales Related topics: EdinburghDrinksPubsWeather
Scotsman
11-05-2025
- General
- Scotsman
14 Scottish universities ranked highest to lowest for ‘student satisfaction' in 2025
Each year, the Complete University Guide's university league tables and rankings serve as a guide for those entering into higher education. The website's 2025 league tables rank the UK's best universities from best to worst – and we've studied the data to put together our own list of Scotland's 14 universities. These league tables are essential for students, as they help them to make informed decisions over which university to attend, based on a number of factors – including entry standards, student satisfaction, graduate prospects, and plenty more besides. Scroll through our photo gallery to see how 14 Scottish universities compare against each other, according to the Complete University Guide league table for 2025. 1 . 14 Scottish universities ranked highest to lowest Scroll through our gallery to see 14 Scottish universities ranked highest to lowest for 'student satisfaction' in 2025. Photo: Pixabay Photo: Pixabay Photo Sales 2 . University of St Andrews Scotland rank: 1. UK rank: 4. Overall score: 94%. Entry standards: 100%. Student satisfaction: 83%. Research quality: 83%. Graduate prospects: 90%. Photo: Third Party Photo: Third Party Photo Sales 3 . The University of Edinburgh Scotland rank: 2. UK rank: 15. Overall score: 80%. Entry standards: 93%. Student satisfaction: 74%. Research quality: 85%. Graduate prospects: 83%. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales 4 . University of Glasgow Scotland rank: 3. UK rank: 28. Overall score: 75%. Entry standards: 99%. Student satisfaction: 76%. Research quality: 86%. Graduate prospects: 83%. Photo: Third Party Photo Sales
News18
09-05-2025
- News18
Hemkunt Express: Indian Railways Cancels Caterer's Contract After Passenger Assaulted Over Rs 15 Water
Last Updated: The Hemkunt Express runs between Rishikesh and Katra, a key route for pilgrims visiting the Sri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. Indian Railways has swiftly cancelled the catering contract with Hotel Rajasthan after a shocking incident on the Hemkunt Express, where a passenger was allegedly beaten by catering staff for complaining about being overcharged. The cancellation was announced on Thursday via the Ministry of Railways' official account on social media platform X, following a detailed investigation. After a detailed investigation into the incident involving the mishandling of a passenger on Train No. 14609 Hemkunt Express by the on-board catering staff, @IRCTCofficial has terminated its catering contract with Hotel Rajasthan with immediate effect.— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) May 8, 2025 What Happened on Board The incident took place on 6th May aboard the Hemkunt Express, which runs between Rishikesh and Katra, the gateway to the Vaishno Devi shrine. A passenger travelling in Third AC raised a complaint after being charged more than the approved price for basic items like water, coffee, and noodles. The passenger used the RailMadad app to file a complaint and later shared a video of the incident online. What started as a pricing complaint soon turned violent. The passenger was allegedly attacked by a group of men, believed to be associated with the catering staff. The man later appealed for justice and demanded strict action, saying the attackers tried to seriously harm him. Swift Action by Indian Railways Following a detailed investigation, the Ministry of Railways announced on X (formerly Twitter) that it had: The IRCTC added that the matter had been escalated to senior officials to ensure quick action. Indian Railways stated this move is part of a larger effort to protect passengers from overcharging and misconduct by onboard service providers. First Published: May 09, 2025, 09:36 IST
Malaysian Reserve
06-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Cboe Global Markets Announces 2025 Annual Meeting Results
CHICAGO, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), the world's leading derivatives and securities exchange network, today announced the preliminary shareholder voting results from its 2025 Annual Meeting held today. All 12 board of director nominees served during the 2024-2025 board term and received a majority of votes cast. The board members re-elected to serve one-year terms expiring in 2026 are: William M. Farrow, III Fredric J. Tomczyk Edward J. Fitzpatrick Ivan K. Fong Janet P. Froetscher Jill R. Goodman Erin A. Mansfield Cecilia H. Mao Alexander J. Matturri, Jr. Jennifer J. McPeek Roderick A. Palmore James E. Parisi In other proposals, shareholders: Approved, in a non-binding resolution, the compensation paid to the company's executive officers; Ratified the appointment of KPMG LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm for the 2025 fiscal year; Approved the Third Amended and Restated Cboe Global Markets, Inc. Long-Term Incentive Plan to, among other things, increase the share reserve by 3,000,000 shares and extend the term of the plan; and Approved a stockholder proposal regarding political spending. Additional information about each of the matters acted upon by shareholders at the Annual Meeting is in the proxy statement that was furnished to shareholders in connection with the meeting. The proxy statement is also available in the Investor Relations section of The final vote totals for the matters acted upon by shareholders at the Annual Meeting will be reported in a current report on Form 8-K filing with the SEC and posted on About Cboe Global Markets, Inc. Cboe Global Markets (Cboe: CBOE), the world's leading derivatives and securities exchange network, delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to people around the world. Cboe provides trading solutions and products in multiple asset classes, including equities, derivatives and FX across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Above all, we are committed to building a trusted, inclusive global marketplace that enables people to pursue a sustainable financial future. To learn more about the Exchange for the World Stage, visit . Cboe Media Contacts Cboe Analyst Contact Angela Tu Tim Cave Kenneth Hill, CFA +1-646-856-8734 +44 (0) 7593-506-719 +1-312-786-7559 atu@ tcave@ khill@ CBOE-C CBOE-OE Cboe® and Cboe Global Markets® are registered trademarks of Cboe Exchange, Inc. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Cboe Global Markets, Inc.
