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Inside 10 more Scottish clan mottos and meanings featuring crests and feuds

Looking back over Scotland's history, there have been hundreds of clans that have made their mark — and we've rounded up 10 to give you an insight into their origins.

Daily Record

Braveheart actor James Cosmo lights up Stirling Old Brig ceremony

He switched on new lights at the ancient monument near the spot where Wallace and de Moray's army once battled.

Daily Record

James Cosmo on Braveheart and breaking bread with Brendan Gleeson

RIGHTLY or wrongly, ask anyone around the world to name a film set in Scotland and the chances are they’ll say Braveheart.

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Climate activists deny vandalising cabinet containing iconic William Wallace sword

Stirling Council said: “We are currently assessing whether there is any damage to the historic Wallace Sword and the cost of repairs.”

Daily Record

Meet the activists who keep disrupting FMQs

THE climate activists who disrupt First Minister Questions every week and smashed the glass case holding William Wallace’s sword say they will…

The National (Scotland)

Activists arrested after smashing William Wallace display with hammers

The pair smashed the glass containing the historical figure's sword and spray painted the display.

The National (Scotland)

Climate activists smash William Wallace sword display as two people arrested

The display unit which houses William William's sword was targeted in the latest stunt carried out by protest group, 'This is Rigged'

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Braveheart actor James Cosmo to switch on new lights at Old Stirling Bridge

James Cosmo will switch on new floodlights on evening of Friday March 10.

Daily Record

The stunning castle just half an hour from Glasgow that's set to reopen this spring

The imposing castle, which sits at the base of Dumbarton Rock, was where William Wallace was taken following his capture in 1305.

Glasgow Live

Italian city of Turin celebrates birth of Highland cow Gino

A HIGHLAND cow born in Italy has had a Scottish birthday party – complete with a piper.

The National (Scotland)

Highland cow born in Italy welcomed to world with Scottish-themed birthday party

Staff dressed up in kilts served Highland cow cakes and locals staged Highland dancing with a bagpiper.

Daily Record

Judgement Day Rallies Guide: ‘We’ll galvanise the Yes movement’

THE Yes movement is gearing up to receive the verdict from the UK Supreme Court on whether Scotland can legislate for an advisory independence…

The National (Scotland)

Likes of Mel Gibson to blame for calls for Scottish independence, says Tory MP

Tory MP Giles Watling (Clacton) told the House of Commons that it would be “foolish” to let the Union fall apart during Cabinet Office questions.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish council breaks silence over Wallace Tower red, white and blue Queen tribute

THE council responsible for illuminating the Wallace Tower in red, white and blue after the death of the Queen has broken its silence after…

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Council slated for lighting up Wallace Tower in Union flag colours

COUNCIL chiefs have been criticised for lighting up the Wallace Tower in Ayr in honour of Queen Elizabeth.

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The family of William Wallace protecting Scotland's only native oyster fishery

A NEW Scottish champion was crowned over the weekend. Two, in fact.

Daily Record

35 fun facts you (probably) didn't know about Scotland

How many of these did you know? Hopefully a few will surprise you.

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A hike in Scotland’s borders – ‘a world of emerald hills, meandering rivers and tiny villages’

The Borders Railway Line opens up walking trails through a landscape of rivers, ruined abbeys and museums, bringing to life a turbulent and poetic past

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Scottish nationalist group hold Lanarkshire event to remember betrayal of William Wallace

Wallace was betrayed at Rutherglen kirk in 1305

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'Freedom!': Braveheart impersonators base jump off the Wallace Monument

TWO men dressed as William Wallace have caused backlash after jumping off the Wallace Monument.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh boxer avoided being robbed in NYC pretending to be undercover drugs cop

A former boxer turned hip hop star from Edinburgh, Stevie Creed, has opened up about how he used his Scottish dialect and background to survive the streets of New York.

Daily Record

Dumfries and Galloway's Jimmy Wallace remembers a farming life

Fingland between Dalry and Moniaive has been with the Wallace family for four generations

The National (Scotland)

Mel Gibson heckled by fans yelling 'freedom' as he chats indyref2 during Scotland visit

The Hollywood star hasn’t been to Scotland since the Braveheart film premiere was held at Stirling Castle in 1995.

Glasgow Live

The actor, famous for his portrayal of William Wallace in Braveheart, hasn't visited Scotland for almost 30 years - but he's back, and better than ever!

Daily Record

Mel Gibson speaks about Scotland in first return to country in almost 30 years

Gibson, who played William Wallace in Braveheart, hasn’t been back since the film’s premiere was held at Stirling Castle in 1995.

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