Unsung heroes in the spotlight
Principals take a backseat this week, as Andrew Youngson interviews the talented ensemble cast of hit musical Dirty Dancing
Q&A: Paul Merton
Ahead of his hilarious improvisation shows in Aberdeen and Inverness in May, Have I Got News For You funnyman Paul Merton talks to Andrew Youngson about the joys of unpreparedness
Give in to your Wicked side
It’s not easy being green – it’s Wicked. The emerald witch herself, Ashleigh Gray, speaks to Andrew Youngson
Slow and steady wins the race
This weekend’s Portsoy to Huntly Slow Marathon is all about the journey – not the speed of reaching the destination, writes Andrew Youngson
Industry view: Taking a byte out of workplace wearable tech
Help may be at hand for employers who want to offer flexibility on when employees work or their benefits and, at the same time, exceed business objectives.
Menopause – the last taboo at work
In today’s modern world where employers recognise key stages in life, it seems there is one remaining natural life event that is being ignored – the menopause.
Best foot forward
Ahead of his live performance in Aberdeen, West End and Hollywood star Adam Garcia talks to Andrew Youngson about the challenges of being an all-round performer
Photo Diary: Ross County Annual Dinner
What: Ross County Annual Dinner.
Photo Diary: Cornerstone Fizz Friday
What: Cornerstone Fizz Friday.
Oteac appoints business development manager
Specialist fire and safety engineering products and services provider, Oteac, has appointed a business development manager as it seeks to expand its international offering.
Industry view: Staying on top of pensions paperwork
In recent months, the majority of auto enrolment headlines have focused on smaller employers who are preparing to meet their staging dates – but what about those employers who have already staged and their considerations for this year?
Fall in value of black gold has a human price
The significant economic challenge facing the North Sea oil and gas sector, brought to a head by the fall in the oil price, is taking its toll in human terms.
Photo Diary: AIYF fundraising dinner
What: Aberdeen International Youth Festival (AIYF) annual fundraising dinner, hosted by the Friends of AIYF.
Photo Diary: The Sparkling Showstoppers Supper
What: The Sparkling Showstoppers Supper.
Aberdeen city living with a whole lot of space
Spacious living and access to amenities coincide beautifully in this Aberdeen flat.
Photo Diary: The Vine Trust reception and dinner
What: The Vine Trust reception and dinner, sponsored by Wood Group PSN. Vine Trust is an international interdenominational volunteering charity which seeks to enable volunteers to make a real and significant difference to some of the poorest children and communities in the world.
I can live with HIV – worst thing about it is stigma
Thirty years after HIV was first tested for in the UK, Andrew Youngson finds out what it means to live with the condition today
“People think HIV didn’t come to Grampian. That’s nonsense.”
Today, the prognosis for Brits living with HIV is mercifully better than it was at the point of outbreak 30 years ago, with the vast majority going on to lead long and fulfilling lives.
Photo Diary: Trek dinner and dance
What: Trek (Together Raising Essential Kindness) charity celebratory dinner and dance.
HIV – A brief timeline of medical advances
Since the first HIV tests were introduced in the UK 30 years ago, the treatments have taken huge steps forward. Here's a brief rundown of some significant steps on the way to helping people living with the condition lead long and full lives:
Fighting stigma of living with HIV
Thirty years after HIV testing was introduced in the UK, Andrew Youngson finds out what it means to live with the condition today
Open your eyes to art
The lives of our nation’s historical figures will intertwine with those of upcoming artists and designers next week. Andrew Youngson finds out why there has never been a better time to look again at our immediate surroundings
Q&A: Hollie McNish
Ahead of her Lemon Tree gig later this month, poet and spoken-word artist Hollie McNish talks to Andrew Youngson about her Scottish inspirations
Photo Diary: Grampian Food Forum Innovation Awards
What: Grampian Food Forum Innovation Awards.
Photo Diary: Aberdeen Asset Management Universities’ Boat Race Ball
What: Aberdeen Asset Management Universities’ Boat Race Ball.
Photo Diary: ACCA Scotland annual members’ network dinner
What: The ACCA Scotland annual members’ network dinner in Aberdeen.
Photo Diary: Gladrags and Cartridge Bags
What: Gladrags and Cartridge Bags shooting club event.
Photo Diary: The 2015 Gordonian Association Dinner
What: The 2015 Gordonian Association (GA) Dinner.
Photo Diary: The Taylor Made Ball
What: The Taylor Made Ball.
Watch our rough and ready quickfire interview with Adam Garcia
Adam Garcia has a name and a face which is known to many, but particularly fans of the film Coyote Ugly, and the stage musical Saturday Night Fever. But did you know the Aussie star has also shared top billing with the likes of Drew Barrymore, Lindsay Lohan and Frozen star Idina Menzel?
Adam Garcia: Life is pretty sweet for the ‘Ugly’ guy
While he tries to maintain a low media profile, Adam Garcia can’t fight being forever known as the ‘Ugly’ guy. Andrew Youngson writes
Industry view: How long could you survive on your savings?
It is often said that change is the only constant in life. While some events in life can be planned for, other events can happen out of the blue. All the more reason to consider a personal financial plan, which will provide peace of mind that whatever is around the corner, you have adequate resources set aside to manage.