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An amber weather warning for rain and snow in the east of Scotland has now been downgraded to a yellow warning for rain which will remain in place until 09:00 on Sunday.

And, yes, both shows tuck some contemporary works into their historical displays, downgrading them as well.

Just 16 public seats are available for the hotly anticipated hearing of the Menendez brothers, who are hoping a judge will downgrade their charges from first-degree murder to a lesser charge.

Even a seemingly benign downgrade — from “honorable” to “general discharge under honorable conditions” — makes a difference.

It came after warnings that a prolonged strike could lead to downgrades of Boeing's credit rating, which would make it more expensive for it to borrow money.