Ewan Mowat

Glasgow, Scotland

Deputy Trends Editor at Scottish Daily Record

Deputy Trends Editor for @Daily_Record 📰 // @UniStrathclyde 🎓 // Half & half strip guy // [email protected] // He/him

Articles

The underwater tunnel that let people walk 1500ft beneath the Firth of Forth

5 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Ewan Mowat |Robert Fairnie

The feat of engineering once allowed people to take a shortcut from Fife to West Lothian. An incredible underwater tunnel near Edinburgh was once a hidden passage allowing individuals to travel beneath the Firth of Forth. In fact, specialists have mentioned that it's so well camouflaged "you probably wouldn't even know it was there".
Mind-bending maths questions leaves readers divided as no one can agree on answer

5 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Eve Wagstaff |Ewan Mowat

The equation was posted on social media and has caused quite a stir. Do you fancy yourself as a bit of a maths whizz? Do you find equations easy and are you fearless with fractions? Well, we've found a mind-bending maths question that is causing a bit of an uproar online. What seems to be a simple sum has divided social media - as no one can agree on the answer. Puzzles like this are great for keeping your mind sharp. Brainteasers can test your mental abilities and force you to think outside the box.
Scottish road trip through rugged terrain and picturesque coastline that rivals the NC500

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Ewan Mowat |Sean Murphy |Ambarish Awale

The North East 250 is a quieter 250-mile Scottish road trip that rivals the famous NC500 with stunning sceneryScotland’s famed North Coast 500 has long been a magnet for adventurers, drawing visitors from across the globe eager to tackle its 500-mile circuit of breathtaking Highland landscapes. But while it may dominate the headlines and bucket lists, another road trip is quietly making waves, offering a scenic, crowd-free alternative with just as much charm.
Vape ban fire fears as experts warn of 'ticking time bomb'

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Ewan Mowat

The ban on selling disposable vapes in the UK comes into force tomorrow, Sunday, June 1. A nationwide crackdown on disposable vapes comes into force tomorrow. From Sunday, June 1, it will be illegal to sell the single-use devices anywhere in the UK. The move is aimed at protecting the health of the nation, especially youngsters as the bright-coloured puffers with their sweet flavours have proved a hit with teens in recent years.
Experts say the vape ban could improve your sex life in two crucial ways

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Ewan Mowat

After this weekend, it will be illegal to sell disposable vapes anywhere in the UK. The vape ban comes into force this weeked, with the sale of disposable e-cigs becoming illegal as of Sunday, June 1. The move aimed at protecting the environment, as almost five million vapes were littered or discarded every week last year, according to worrying figures from Material Focus.
Only cleverest 20% of readers get correct answer to this brainteaser in 60 seconds

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Ewan Mowat

Are you feeling lucky today? Well, why not try this puzzle and put it to the test. Brainteasers and puzzles are a great way to keep your mind sharp. They can help you with problem solving, attention to detail, and pattern recognition. Whether you are looking to give yourself a jolt after a long day or just enjoy the feeling of correctly solving a tricky test, they can be a great way to start the pitter patter of grey matter and get you thinking.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 hit lowest price since Black Friday at five different retailers

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Nisha Mal |Ewan Mowat

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are currently on offer at a number of top shops. Owners of Apple devices who are considering enhancing their music and streaming experiences can currently bag the AirPods Pro 2 at a significantly reduced price. Typically priced at £229, these earphones have been slashed to their lowest price since Black Friday at five major retailers. Argos, Currys, Amazon, EE, and Very have all knocked £40 off the sought-after device, bringing the price down to £189.
Scotland to see wet and warm end to sunniest ever spring this weekend

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Ewan Mowat

We have been blessed with stunning weather recently but we have an 'unsettled' few days to come. It's no secret that we've been enjoying some incredible weather in recent months. Last week, it was confirmed that it had been Scotland's sunniest spring since data began in 1910. This was followed by the news yesterday, May 28, that the UK had also seen more sunshine hours overall from March to May than any year ever recorded. April started and finished with two mini-heatwaves.
Prove your Harry Potter knowledge by taking on our quiz about The Boy Who Lived

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Freya Hodgson |Ewan Mowat

After the young actors who will play Harry, Ron, and Hermione in the new TV series were announced, we thought it was about time to test your Potter prowess with a quizWith excitement for the upcoming Harry Potter TV series ramping up, we're expecting an influx of new Potterheads right across the UK - and the world. This week, the three key cast members were announced, with Warner Bros and HBO confirming they had found their Harry, Ron, and Hermione.
Check if you're eligible for Nationwide £100 payment being offered to millions

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Levi Winchester |Ewan Mowat

The building society is dishing out bonus cash to more than four million people, with payments to drop in weeks. Nationwide has confirmed that they will be giving out another round of £100 payments to millions of their customers. The bonus cash will be dished out over the coming weeks. The move, confirmed today, Thursday, May 29, is part of the building society's Fairer Share scheme, where they share their profits with customers.