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Scotland urges US to ‘make haggis legal again’ ahead of World Cup

Scotland's national dish has been illegal in the US since the 70s. Now, the tartan rebellion has begun, with one of Scotland's leading butchers leading the charge. After all, how can Scotland be expected to compete (and win) if haggis isn't on the menu?

Residences

New luxury Scottish retreat to open near the UK’s most remote village

Kilchoan Estate by Dunton, found in the Knoydart Peninsula, will open in June 2026 with five cottages and a spa.

Destinations

Inspired by the Masters? Play golf on Europe’s best new courses

Featuring world-class destinations in Scotland, Ireland and Portugal, Europe’s newest openings and reimagined courses should be added to your golf travel bucket list.

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This new low-cost train service will connect London and Scotland

Budget rail company Lumo has announced that tickets are on sale for journeys between London Euston and Stirling this summer.

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Destinations

These are the 50 best cities in the world right now

Time Out’s 2026 ranking named the Scottish capital third overall and the best in Europe, closely followed by London in fourth.

Residences

Whisky-themed hotel with just 12 rooms named UK’s best stay

Stays at Ardbeg House on the Scottish island of Islay include a whisky tour at the nearby distillery, and guests can also try a small-batch dram exclusively available at the on-site bar.

Nature

A joyful celebration’: Photo awards celebrate Britain's quiet beauty

Fluorescent lobsters and leaping toads have starring roles in this year’s winning photos.

Travel News

These European cities are getting new train connections in 2026

From a revived Balkan connection to an underrated Scottish city link, here are five new train routes confirmed or planned for 2026.

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Up Helly Aa: Hundreds of torchbearers gather on Scottish island for Viking fire festival

The Up Helly Aa festival, Europe's largest fire festival, is held on the last Tuesday in January in Shetland.

Moments

How to get paid to move to Europe in 2026

Here’s how you can find support for moving to Europe - and maybe even get paid.

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Is Vienna dull? Austria invites entire Scottish village to find out

Vienna is so eager to bust its ‘dull’ reputation, it has invited 100 Scots to experience the city’s highlights.

United Kingdom

UK warns Russia against incursions after spy ship spotted off Scotland

British officials said the Yantar is part of the Russian navy, designed to conduct surveillance in peacetime and sabotage during times of war.

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ScotRail removes peak rail fares in move to promote train travel

The removal of peak rail fares is expected to significantly help passengers with savings and deal with the current cost of living crisis.

United Kingdom

Firefighters battle large gorse fire on Edinburgh hillside

The fire broke out on Arthur's Seat, a large extinct volcano whose sweeping views over Edinburgh make it one of the city's most popular landmarks.

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Amber wind warning in place as Storm Floris hits Scotland

Authorities in Scotland have cancelled trains and closed parks as Storm Floris brings destructive winds of up to 137 km/h, posing significant risks to lives and property.

Earth News

Is wind power really a ‘con job’? Fact-checking Trump’s latest claims

US President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of wind energy during a visit to Scotland, calling turbines ugly, costly, and harmful to wildlife.