Mensa or Densa? There is only one other word in the English language that can be spelled out with the letters from the word INSATIABLE. Can you work it out? If not, don’t worry, one Dundee school pupil can. Answer, plus full story, in Friday’s distinctly high-brow Courier.
We also have the remarkable story of a pair of hip-hop hoaxers from Tayside whose amazing tale is set to be immortalised on the silver screen.
Times have been tough for the coal industry north of the border. We carry details of some sad news for those still employed in the industry.
A man who cultivated a massive cannabis farm in a small Tayside town has been brought to justice. Find out more in The Courier.
Visitors from every corner of the planet have been descending on a tiny corner of Highland Perthshire to marvel at a fantastic formation of stones. Some are drawn by the magnetism of the site, while others simply want to sit cross-legged and feel the cosmic energy flowing through their bodies. It’s not quite Stonehenge and even the property’s owner admits it’s a bit “weird”. Find out more in Friday’s Courier.
We have all heard of people dying from a broken heart but few really believe it to be literal. However, that is exactly what is said to have contributed to the demise of one lovelorn Fife widow. We have the full heart-wrenching, yet incredibly touching, story.
Thursday was World Book Day did you spend many happy hours with your nose buried in a favoured tome? We reflect on celebratory events held in Courier Country.
In sport, Dundee United winger Gary Mackay-Steven speaks to The Courier after winning a call-up to the Scotland squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Wales and Serbia later this month.
There’s also an interview with a new signing at Tannadice, and an award-winner.
At Dens Park, Gary Harkins basks in the glow of a rare SPL win, while a director indicates his intention to resign.
St Johnstone stalwart Dave Mackay reflects on an anniversary that was far from happy, while Dunfermline boss Jim Jefferies opens up on his fear that there won’t be a Pars to manage next season.
Rugby writer Steve Scott brings the latest news from the Scotland camp, and Courier columnist Eve Muirhead praises to potential stars of Glasgow 2014.
For all this and more, see Friday’s Courier or try our digital edition.