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Centre for Population ChangeCPCpopulation@sciences.social
2026-03-03

In the latest issue of Changing Populations, we report on a study by CG member Dr Jo Hale from the University of St Andrews, which has found that reducing social isolation protects the brain in later life.

Head to section 8 to find out more: sway.cloud.microsoft/WzAYgcw05

#ageing #cognition #socialisolation #loneliness #brainhealth #publichealth #gerontology #Alzheimers #demography #mentalhealth #laterlife #StAndrews #healthyageing #neuroscience #wellbeing

Image shows screenshot from Changing Populations newsletter of two people are embracing closely in front of warmly lit holiday decorations, including blurred golden lights and a decorated Christmas tree. Over the top of the image is a white banner with black text reading: ‘Reducing social isolation protects the brain in later life.’ To the right of the image, a large white text panel contains the following text: ‘CG member Dr Jo Mhairi Hale is the lead author of a newly published study which has found that reducing social isolation protects the brain in later life. The study, published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series B: Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences, found a consistent pattern: higher social isolation causes faster cognitive decline whether or not people identify as lonely. Social isolation is objectively measurable—for example, by availability, membership in community organisations, and religious practice. Loneliness is subjective and defined as feeling isolated from other people (feeling alone). Whilst loneliness and social isolation often go together, in this study, they appear to have independent and opposite associations. Dr Hale, based at the University of St Andrews, alongside researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research in Germany and University of Texas in the U.S., analysed data from the US Health and Retirement study, a study of 18,953 cognitively functioning adults between 2004 and 2016 who provided interviews.
Centre for Population ChangeCPCpopulation@sciences.social
2026-03-02

🔖 Check out these three #PhD #studentships in the School of #Geography and Sustainable Development, University of St Andrews, all supervised by CPC-CG member Dr David McCollum. Fully funded by the #Economic and #Social Research Council.

Apply by 24 March. Full details at: sgsss.ac.uk/studentships/curre

#PhD #ESRC #SGSSS #StAndrews #Geography #Sustainability #RuralScotland #GreenTransition #Demography #Migration #Inequality #SocialScience #RuralDevelopment

A promotional graphic for an ESRC‑funded, supervisor‑led studentship titled “Moving beyond the numbers? Uncovering the ‘ideal migrant’ to address Scotland’s rural demographic challenges.” The background is dark blue with geometric shapes. Text lists the University of St Andrews as the host institution and names three supervisors along with the James Hutton Institute as the collaborating partner. Application deadlines are provided. A circular photograph shows a historic stone building at St Andrews under a bright blue sky. Another circular element features the James Hutton Institute logo. A green circle at the bottom left directs applicants to apply at apply.sgsss.ac.uk.A promotional graphic for an ESRC‑funded, supervisor‑led studentship titled “Skills in rural Scotland and the green transition.” The background is dark blue with geometric shapes. Text lists the University of St Andrews as the host institution and names three supervisors along with Skills Development Scotland as the collaborating partner. Application deadlines are noted, and a circular photo shows a historic stone building at St Andrews under a blue sky. A teal and magenta circle contains the Skills Development Scotland logo. A smaller green circle states that applications should be submitted via apply.sgsss.ac.uk.A promotional graphic for an ESRC‑funded, supervisor‑led studentship titled “The mobilities slowdown and the reproduction of socio‑spatial inequalities.” The design has a dark blue background with pale geometric shapes. Text lists the University of St Andrews as the host institution, naming two supervisors. Application deadlines are provided. On the right, a circular photograph shows a historic stone university building under a bright blue sky. A large green circle on the left includes the instruction to apply at apply.sgsss.ac.uk.
Geob-o-maticgeobomatic@piaille.fr
2026-02-28

In memoriam

#photography #ipernity #darktable #cemetery #gravestone #Scotland #StAndrews

Exif and more:
ipernity.com/doc/geobert/53155

Photo format portrait montrant une pierre tombale ancienne avec une croix aux 4 branches identiques, reliées par un cercle. D’autre tombes sont visibles en fond
Follow GOLFfogolf@vive.im
2026-02-27

fogolf.com/1177559/puttin-arou Puttin Around indoor mini golf to open in Columbia, SC #ColumbiaScActivities #ColumbiaScMiniGolf #Golf #GolfNews #IndoorMiniGolfColumbiaSc #MiniGolfLocations #PuttinAroundMiniGolf #RainyDayActivitiesColumbiaSc #StAndrews #StAndrewsRoad

Puttin Around indoor mini golf to open in Columbia, SC
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2026-02-26

fogolf.com/1176514/tiger-woods Tiger Woods Still Desperate to Tick Off the One Thing Missing From His Legendary Career #PacificPalisades #RivieraCountryClub #StAndrews #TigerWoods

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CBC New Brunswickcbcnb_mirror@mastodon.hongkongers.net
2026-02-23

N.B. man left in limbo after opting for private surgery in Quebec
In need of a hip-replacement surgery, a St. Andrews man opted for quicker care in Montreal. But paying out of pocket for surgery left him in limbo between a private clinic and the public health-care system when he returned back home with complications and no family doctor to fol...
#healthcare #surgery #Quebec #Montreal #StAndrews
cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswi

Geob-o-maticgeobomatic@piaille.fr
2026-02-19

Not much left

#photography #ipernity #darktable #architecture #buildings #cathedral #ruins #Scotland #StAndrews

Exif and more:
ipernity.com/doc/geobert/53144

Un des murs des ruines de la cathédrale de St Andrews en Écosse, avec une tour au bout, au fond de la photo, sous un beau ciel bleu
Think But logicallyTechTainmentOra
2026-02-19

How Lady Louise’s Boyfriend Won Over Duchess Sophie
youtu.be/qmrV8qtMTKI

Geob-o-maticgeobomatic@piaille.fr
2026-02-18

Base

#photography #ipernity #darktable #architecture #buildings #cathedral #ruins #Scotland #StAndrews

Exif and more:
ipernity.com/doc/geobert/53142

Au premier plan, une colonne en pierre dont il ne reste que la base affleurant le sol. Derrière, les ruines d’un mur en pierre de cathédrale, éclairé par le soleil derrière le mur. Des raies de lumières passent par les « fenêtres » du mur et éclairent la pelouse qui recouvre désormais le sol de l’ancienne cathédrale
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2026-02-18

fogolf.com/1169118/ludvig-aber Ludvig Aberg takes advantage of a rule change on replacing damaged drivers #BrianRolapp #Golf #GolfNews #JackNicklaus #JoeSkovron #LudvigAberg #MattFitzpatrick #PebbleBeach #PgaTour #Riviera #RoryMcilroy #StAndrews #TigerWoods

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Futurist Jim Carrolljimcarroll@mastodon.futurist.info
2026-02-17

"How you manage your disappointments defines whether you just heal, or whether you evolve!" - Futurist Jim Carroll

Skiing has defined a large part of who I am and what I do.

And I've certainly documented my history with the sport here!

For over 25 years, the slopes have been my winter sanctuary. I’m usually the first one at the chairlift, chasing that perfect morning run and the "exuberance of the carve." It’s more than just a hobby; it’s a rhythm that connects me with friends and family, acting as the backdrop for some of my best memories.

The sport has even found its way into my professional life as a futurist. I’ve often written about the "Powder Principle." It's a story about a young engineer who turned down a high-paying job because it would mess with his skiing time, which became a great way to explain shifting generational values. I’ve also explored the link between high performance and business speed, drawing lessons from sharing the slopes with Olympian Larisa Yurkiw. Then there are numerous trends and innovation pieces I have written about the sport as a way of explaining the future and opportunity.

Skiing has always been a perfect metaphor for agility and looking ahead!
Of course, this past season didn't go as planned. As many of you know, a fall on the ice left me with a spinal injury that sidelined me for the entire winter. It was a tough break - literally- but I’m making this my final word on the matter.

Yesterday, during an early morning walk, I went over to the chairlift where I would usually start my day, at the sport where I would claim 'first chair.' It was tough to be there, but it was kind of a cathartic moment, and a big learning opportunity for me!

It reminded me that dwelling on the "what ifs" doesn't help anyone, and
frankly, I’m ready to move past the injury narrative and focus entirely on the recovery. 

That brings me back to the idea of evolving. Instead of being bitter about the lost season, I’ve shifted my focus to what’s next. I’m trading the ski boots for golf clubs as I prepare for a tee time at St. Andrews in just 48 days, and I'm finding joy in new roles, like being a grandfather to Mason.

Managing disappointment isn't just about healing the damage; it's about pivoting to new opportunities with a positive mindset!

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Futurist Jim Carroll will start 'rotation' exercises in just a few weeks to start his rehab process for golf!

**#Disappointment** **#Evolution** **#Healing** **#Skiing** **#Resilience** **#Pivot** **#Mindset** **#Growth** **#Recovery** **#Perspective** **#NewChapter** **#Gratitude** **#Golf** **#StAndrews** **#Grandfather** **#Transformation** **#Cathartic** **#Forward** **#Opportunity** **#Positivity** **#Lessons** **#Moving** **#Letting** **#Embrace** **#Onwards**

Original post: jimcarroll.com/2026/02/daily-i

Geob-o-maticgeobomatic@piaille.fr
2026-02-15

The Other Side

#photography #ipernity #darktable #nature #landscape #sea #Scotland #StAndrews #docks

Exif and more:
ipernity.com/doc/geobert/53137

A photo from a high point of view of the city of St Andrews, Scotland. We can see the sea and an old now unused dock with tourists on it of an harbor, a sand beach and some grass. A piece of land is peaking in from the right, and the bottom is occupied by some buildings, The sky is very pale blue with a lot of clouds
Centre for Population ChangeCPCpopulation@sciences.social
2026-02-13

This week, the #Economics Observatory published articles on declining #fertility rates, featuring reflections from CPC-CG members Professor Ann Berrington (University of #Southampton) and Professor Hill Kulu (University of #StAndrews) on why people are having fewer #children, particularly in wealthy countries - catch-up in the overview article #BabyBust below ⤵️

economicsobservatory.com/baby-

#demography #population #birthrates #socialsciences #socialpolicy

Undiscovered ScotlandUndisScot@mastodon.scot
2026-02-07

St Andrews Castle in St Andrews, Fife, which stands on a site fortified since the 1100s. From around 1200 it was the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St Andrews and it witnessed many grim events over the centuries. More pics and info: undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/sta

#Scotland #StAndrews

St Andrews Castle. The image shows the castle standing above a sandy beach in evening sunlight coming from the left. The keep is on the left and the rest of the castle to its right. Another beach can be seen beyond a broad bay in the background. There is straw coloured grass in the foreground.
Geob-o-maticgeobomatic@piaille.fr
2026-02-02

From The Other Side

#photography #ipernity #darktable #architecture #buildings #church #ruins #Scotland #StAndrews

Exif and more:
ipernity.com/doc/geobert/53125

Photo carrée montrant en contre jour les ruines d’une façade de cathédrale, à travers une alcove en pierre avec l’arche caractéristique en pointe de l’architecture gothique
Assoc for Scottish Literaturescotlit@mastodon.scot
2026-01-23

StAnza 2026
13–15 March, St Andrews & online

Tickets are on sale for StAnza 2026, Scotland’s award-winning poetry festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms & many languages to audiences around the world

stanzapoetry.org/festival/stan

#Scottish #literature #poetry #festivals #StAndrews

Cornovia PostcardsVibracobra23@vivaldi.net
2026-01-11

Lade Braes, St Andrews, Fife, 1940 - Valentine's RP Postcard

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#StAndrews

Printed sepia postcard showing a view of the bridge and river by the Lade Braes path at St Andrews in Fife. Published by Valentine & Sons Ltd, Dundee & London, No 49999, photo registered in 1905, stamp box dated 1940. Postally unused. Good condition, with very slight corner bumps, but remnants of black paper to the corners where the card has been stored in an album.
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2026-01-10

fogolf.com/1133678/brooks-koep Brooks Koepka Approaches PGA Tour With an Impossible Request After LIV Golf Departure #AlfredDunhill #BrooksKoepka #fife #Golf #GolfNews #LivGolf #PGAChampionship #PgaTour #scotland #StAndrews #StAndrewsGolfClub #ThosCaffrey

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markusmarkus@toot.orchid-cottage.uk
2026-01-09
What in the FUCK is that purple fucking light on your fucking golf course A&M?

#StAndrews #GolfDisneyland #FUCKOFFRICHAMERICANS
Marcus Jaschenmjaschen
2026-01-09

Saint Pierre LFVP → St. Andrews Codroy Valley CDA5

After takeoff and a big 270° turn, I cruised straight over Miquelon-Langlade (remember the last season of Peaky Blinders?) heading northwest. Hugged Newfoundland’s south coast all the way to the island’s western tip, where the tiny St. Andrews Codroy Valley airstrip marked the day’s finish line.

A small airplane with a red stripe on its white fuselage is positioned centrally on a runway, its nose and wing lights glowing brightly against the snowy surface. Large white numerals “26” are painted prominently on the runway ahead of the aircraft. Thick fog dominates the scene, reducing visibility significantly and obscuring distant treelines, which appear as faint, hazy silhouettes. Snow covers the ground beyond the runway, with visible patches of icy texture on the asphalt. A low sun near the horizon emits a diffused orange glow, contributing to the muted, wintry atmosphere. The plane remains stationary, likely preparing for takeoff or taxiing within the fog-enshrouded airport. The surrounding landscape is blanketed in snow, creating a cold, serene environment with limited visual clarity due to the dense fog.A single-engine propeller aircraft with a white fuselage and a dark red stripe along its side flies through thick, low-lying clouds. Its propeller spins steadily, and the plane maintains a consistent altitude. The fog blankets the terrain below, obscuring most of the landscape except for faint outlines of distant mountains, a winding waterway, and a narrow strip of open land. Above, the sky features a mix of fluffy white clouds and a patch of brighter blue where the sun shines through, casting a soft golden glow. The dense mist creates a hazy, muted atmosphere, with the sun’s radiance visible through breaks in the cloud cover, illuminating the upper edges of the fog. The aircraft remains the central subject, navigating through the vapor as it moves over the obscured land, with the sun’s light filtering through the clouds and fog.A close-up view shows the wing tip section of a small aircraft in flight, with a cluster of lights on its forward tip and the white tail fin featuring red and black accents. The tail fin displays the text TBM 930 in bold black letters. The aircraft is traveling above a vast expanse of soft, fluffy white clouds, with a clear blue sky above. The sun is positioned near the tail, casting a bright glare and illuminating the scene with natural light. The overall setting conveys a smooth, steady flight at a high altitude, with the aircraft moving through the upper atmosphere.A small twin-engine aircraft, featuring a white fuselage with red accents on the tail and fuselage, is about to land on a paved runway. The runway displays prominent white centerline markings and a large white "18" identifier near the horizon line, signifying the runway number. The plane’s landing gear is fully extended. Surrounding the runway, expansive green fields stretch to the horizon: to the left, dense, uniform grass leads to rolling hills and distant mountains covered in lush greenery, while the right side includes grassy terrain with intermittent snow patches along the runway edge. A lone tree stands isolated on the left field, near the mountainous terrain, enhancing the rural atmosphere. The sky above is partly cloudy, with soft light filtering through the clouds, casting gentle shadows across the grass and runway surface. The overall scene conveys a tranquil, remote airfield environment with no visible activity, suggesting a quiet day at a secluded airport. The landscape combines well-maintained runway markings, lush green fields, and distant mountains under a softly illuminated sky, creating a realistic depiction of an isolated airfield on a calm day.

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