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Dutch Families Honor Fallen Aussie Soldiers for 80 Years
Acts of KindnessApr 25

Dutch Families Honor Fallen Aussie Soldiers for 80 Years

For eight decades, Dutch families have adopted the graves of Australian World War II airmen, visiting them with flowers, candles, and whisky on special occasions. This tradition of gratitude spans generations, with thousands still caring for the soldiers who died liberating their country.

ABC Australia2 min read
Whisky Night Raises £2,100 for Ayrshire Hospice
Acts of KindnessFeb 27

Whisky Night Raises £2,100 for Ayrshire Hospice

A Scottish whisky club turned their passion for fine spirits into £2,100 for hospice care. The Mudhook Whisky Club's annual charity event brought together rare whiskies, local businesses, and a community eager to make a difference.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Scotland's Whisky Country Turns Winter Floods Into Summer Water
SolutionsFeb 18

Scotland's Whisky Country Turns Winter Floods Into Summer Water

Scotland's whisky distilleries are transforming winter flooding into a solution for summer droughts. Simple landscape tricks like leaky dams and restored wetlands could help the whole UK bounce between extreme weather.

Phys.org3 min read
Scotland Turns Whisky Waste Into Fish-Free Omega-3s
InnovationJan 24

Scotland Turns Whisky Waste Into Fish-Free Omega-3s

A Scottish biotech company is transforming leftover whisky grains into sustainable omega-3 supplements, saving billions of fish while recycling millions of liters of distillery waste. The breakthrough could revolutionize how we source this essential nutrient.

New Atlas2 min read
Scottish Distillery Tests Aluminum Bottles for Whisky
Planet WinsJan 20

Scottish Distillery Tests Aluminum Bottles for Whisky

A small Scottish distillery is partnering with scientists to explore whether aluminum bottles could replace glass for whisky, potentially slashing the industry's carbon footprint. Early tests show promise, though researchers need to perfect protective liners first.

Phys.org3 min read