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Orkney

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/ ˈɔːknɪ, ˈɔːknɪz /

plural noun

a group of over 70 islands off the N coast of Scotland, separated from the mainland by the Pentland Firth: constitutes an island authority of Scotland; low-lying and treeless; many important prehistoric remains. Administrative centre: Kirkwall. Pop: 19 310 (2003 est). Area: 974 sq km (376 sq miles)

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While living and working in Orkney, Netsi said she roasted coffee only for herself, as well as for friends and charity events.

From BBC ● May 31, 2026

And not only central Europe – they also spread across the English Channel and throughout Britain, extending as far north as Orkney.

From Science Daily ● May 30, 2026

The young male - who was given the name Magnus - was first spotted at the Orkney island of Stronsay last month.

From BBC ● May 13, 2026

Trials in other places, including Orkney, seek to gather data to address those concerns.

From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026

“Even the Orkney faction helped. Sir Gawaine is one of the searchers.”

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

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