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Access to free period products becomes legal right in Scotland

Local authorities and education providers in Scotland now have a legal duty to provide free period products to anyone who needs them.

My Europe Series

Scotland plans abortion clinic buffer zones, as protests turn ugly

Supporters of the buffer zones would defuse an often intimidating atmosphere for patients; while opponents say it clamps down on their freedom of speech and freedom to protest.

United Kingdom

Edinburgh festival celebrates its 75th year with over 3,000 shows

Thousands of performers from across the world are in Scotland for the world's largest arts gathering.

Nature

Scottish community ‘defies odds’ to double its own vast nature reserve

Langholm bought more than 2,000 hectares from a duke’s estate last year to restore nature. Now they have done it again.

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Culture news

Going to Edinburgh Fringe? Here's some advice from veteran performers

The biggest arts festival in the world is back. Here's what you need to know for your first time...

Green News

Loch Ness Monster existence ‘plausible’ after fossil discovery

Scientists have discovered fossils in Morocco that could give hope to ‘Nessie’ hunters.

United Kingdom

UK Supreme Court to hear Scottish independence case in October

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon wants to hold a new referendum on independence in October 2023.

Nature

Scientists fear these plants with ‘unique genetics’ are going extinct

These beautiful plants are disappearing from the UK’s 10th highest mountain, in an ominous sign for biodiversity elsewhere.

United Kingdom

London says 'no' to Scotland over new independence vote

Nicola Sturgeon said that Scottish democracy 'will not be a prisoner' to Boris Johnson or any other British prime minister.

United Kingdom

'Now is the time': Plans unveiled for new Scottish independence vote

The first minister has asked Boris Johnson to negotiate the terms of a referendum, but is also getting a ruling on whether the Scottish Parliament can do it legally without London's approval.

Culture news

Up Helly Aa Viking fire festival squads open to women for first time

Women will be able to take part in squads at the main Up Helly Aa fire festival in Shetland for the first time next year, organisers have announced.

United Kingdom

Scotland looks to Europe as new independence campaign launched

The first minister compared Scotland to other European countries and said after independence, Scotland would be wealthier, fairer and happier.

Sport

Ukraine defeat Scotland 3-1 in emotional World Cup qualifier

Ukraine have moved one step closer to competing in the World Cup, after beating Scotland 3-1 Wednesday night.

Travel News

Could underwater tunnels finally link up the remote Scottish isles?

Inspired by the Faroe Islands, one British politician is keen to link up the Scottish islands through a series of tunnels - but is this a good idea?

My Europe Series

Will Scotland's longest-serving leader deliver an independence vote?

Nicola Sturgeon passes her predecessors this week to become Scotland's longest serving first minister - and plans to hold a new independence referendum in 2023.

Sport

Eintracht Frankfurt beat Glasgow Rangers in Europa League final

Eintracht Frankfurt won against Rangers in the Europa League final, ending its 42-year wait for a European trophy.

Women Beyond Borders

This woman is recreating expeditions by forgotten female adventurers

Elise Wortley is following in the footsteps of history’s forgotten female explorers to prove adventure can be for anyone.

Travel News

This 81-year-old man has climbed more than 200 Scottish mountains

After 636 days of climbing mountains, Nick Gardner is now halfway through his challenge.

Nature

Can becoming a 'Lord of Glencoe' really help conserve Scotland?

Highland Titles has made thousands of people green 'lairds' - including Beyonce. We investigated what's going on with the souvenir plot scheme.

Culture news

What's in the Oscars swag bag that's causing controversy in Scotland?

Scott Wortley, a lecturer in commercial law at the University of Edinburgh Law School, gives us the lowdown.