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6 August 2019

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Hockey

Scots set up Austria group decider

Scotland beat Czech Republic 3-2 and will play Austria to decide who wins their group as both qualify for the EuroHockey Championship II semi-finals.

Glaciers

Robots to take on 'dangerous' Arctic mission

They will help Scottish scientists understand the extent of melting from Arctic glaciers.

Kirsty Wark

Book festival stirs up literary 'melting pot'

Almost 300 events are promised as part of proceedings in Scotland's national book town this year.

Eye stock

New test exposes lying by tracking eye movements

The test could help police decipher whether hostile witnesses are lying about recognising people.

child playing with tractor

Concern over 'staffing crisis' at private nurseries

Hundreds of childcare providers are facing recruitment problems ahead of an increase in free nursery entitlement.

Jack and Victor on the set of Still Game

Still Game was most-watched Scottish show of 2018

Traditional viewing makes up the bulk of TV time in Scotland despite the rise of streaming services.

Heledd Gwyndaf

Internet 'as key as Bible translation' for Welsh

Campaigners says young people's online habits make it a pivotal moment for the language.

Beverley Humphreys with the Pontypridd team

The opera singer who doubles as a football coach

The classical music lover and radio host began coaching two teams after working with refugees.

Newport and the River Usk

Planning Wales 2040: 10 things to watch for

This is what homes, transport and jobs could look like in 20 years' time.

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