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Martin Compston: ‘Filming The Rig brought back memories of magical Aberdeen’
Ahead of the release of upcoming Amazon Prime series, The Rig, actor Martin Compston reveals how the production brought back childhood memories of the Granite City. → Read More
Here are 28 pubs in Edinburgh selling takeaway pints and cocktails
You can still enjoy a freshly poured draft pint or expertly mixed cocktail while the pubs are closed → Read More
Take a look at the adorable Edinburgh babies born during lockdown (Part 1)
While Edinburgh was under strict lockdown, families were still welcoming brand new babies to the world across Scotland’s capital → Read More
Scotland weather New Year 2019: This is the forecast for Hogmanay
Will Scotland stay dry as we move into a new decade? Here’s a look ahead to the expected Hogmanay forecast, according to the Met Office. → Read More
This soup sold in Waitrose and Asda is being urgently recalled over listeria contamination fears
A fresh soup sold in Waitrose and Asda supermarkets has been recalled over fears that it may contain listeria monocytogenes. The Food Standards Agency released the warning on Saturday (14 September). Three varieties of soup produced by Soupologie are affected. The products are also sold by online grocer, Ocado. Which soups are affected? The following … → Read More
Quiz: Which quintessentially Scottish food are you?
From shortbread to square sausage, Scottish cuisine is unlike any other - and it’s eaten and loved the world over. → Read More
10 shocking crimes that took place on Mansfield railways in the last 5 years
Mansfield has had several serious crimes occur in or around its railway station in recent years, and similar incidents have also been reported at other stations within the area. → Read More
20 photos of the Edinburgh Festival in the 1960s that show how much it has changed
Started in 1947, the annual Edinburgh International Festival is now a huge part of the city's identity. → Read More
Lewis Capaldi at Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Can you spot yourself in our photo gallery?
The Glasgow singer-songwriter played live in Princes Street Gardens last night (Tue 13 Aug). → Read More
A View From The Terrace: How a football podcast-turned-TV show became BBC Scotland’s most promising production
Men talking about football on television is nothing new - yet BBC Scotland’s latest incarnation of the concept is quietly but bravely pushing boundaries. → Read More
This video of a British Airways flight attempting to land in high winds is terrifying
Footage has emerged of a British Airways Airbus A320 fighting to stay level as it battles with a strong crosswind above Gibraltar. The hair-raising video, posted by Airlive.net, shows flight number BA492 (between London Heathrow and Gibraltar) rocking violently in the air while performing a go around. Ultimately, the plane attempted to land at Gibraltar International … → Read More
Take a look around one of the best value properties for sale in Edinburgh right now
Edinburgh is a notoriously expensive city for purchasing property - but there are always a few bargains on the market, if you know where to look. → Read More
5 iconic BYOB restaurants in Edinburgh
Cut down the cost of a meal out by bringing your own bottle → Read More
Six Nations 2019: What you can and can't bring into Murrayfield Stadium during games
If you’re heading to a Six Nations match at Murrayfield, don’t risk having your belongings confiscated → Read More
These are the 27 HMV and Fopp stores due to close with immediate effect
Following news of music retailer HMV’s sale to Canadian company, Sunrise Records, a list of HMV and Fopp stores marked for immediate closure has been released. Among them is the brand’s flagship Oxford Street branch, which was the location of HMV’s first store. The move will result in 455 redundancies, according to the BBC. HMV … → Read More
Take a look around the most expensive house for sale in Edinburgh right now
The well preserved 16th century Craigcrook Castle in Ravelston is just a 20 minute bus journey from Edinburgh city centre, and it’s currently on the market - if you can afford the £5 million price tag. Take a look around this luxury property, straight out of a period drama. → Read More
Where to charge your electric car in Edinburgh
These are the public charging points available in and around Edinburgh’s city centre → Read More
This is what people are stockpiling for Brexit
Political uncertainty has left many UK residents worrying about their food supply after Brexit. Some people are considering stockpiling food and other non-perishable items – but what exactly are they stocking up on? Here’s advice from some foodie experts. Tins, tins, tins For food writer Jack Monroe, it’s all about tins. In a blog post … → Read More
This is what people are stockpiling for Brexit
Political uncertainty has left many UK residents worrying about their food supply after Brexit → Read More
10 behind the scenes Outlander photos taken on location in Scotland
Much of Outlander is filmed on location in Scotland, everywhere from Glasgow city centre to Fife. Here are some behind the scenes snaps of the show’s production. → Read More