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5 April 2020

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declaration of arbroath

The most famous letter in Scottish history?

The Declaration of Arbroath, written 700 years ago, continues to inspire and divide opinion.

Dr John Davy Rolleston

Does my grandad’s infectious disease advice still stand?

Frank Gardner's grandfather recommended soap and sunlight when dealing with infectious patients. Other ideas haven't aged so well.

Family argument

As Easter holidays begin, families in lockdown feel strain

When families are locked down together what are the pressures on relationships?

Rescued sun bear in Indonesia

How the pandemic is putting the spotlight on wildlife trade

Conservation experts say the pandemic is a watershed moment for curbing global wildlife trade.

Woman in face mask

Coronavirus: 24 hours on lockdown 

A group of 24 photographers record one hour each of life under restrictions imposed because of coronavirus.

Lochaber-based Matt Haydock'

‘Overnight all my paying work disappeared’

People working in the outdoor industry tell of the impact which coronavirus is having on business.

Mike Horn

'We all have resilience... You've got to make it grow'

Professional explorer Mike Horn reflects upon his daredevil career so far.

Army officer wearing a mask

Quarantined village turned into human laboratory

Could a tiny hilltop village in Italy help us solve some of the mysteries around coronavirus?

Indigenous chief

Coronavirus 'could wipe out Brazil's indigenous people'

Respiratory illnesses are already the main cause of death for the country's native communities.

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