Scotland

Travel News

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.

01/09/2025

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.

11/08/2025

Travel News

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.

04/08/2025

Green 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.

30/07/2025

United Kingdom

Trump says Gaza suffering 'real starvation' and pledges US food hubs

Trump’s comments seemed to result from the images in recent days of the worsening hunger crisis in Gaza and were more urgent than the resigned message he had about the 21-month Israel-Hamas war last week, when ceasefire talks derailed.

28/07/2025

Europe News

Von der Leyen and Trump strike EU-US deal with 15% tariff for the bloc

The trade deal will introduce a 15% tariff for the vast majority of EU products. But some will benefit from a "zero-for-zero" scheme.

27/07/2025

World News

Trumps tees off in Scotland amid nationwide protests

Protesters around the country took to the streets to decry his visit and accuse United Kingdom leaders of pandering to the American.

26/07/2025

Europe News

Trump says immigration is 'killing Europe' during Scotland visit

Upon his arrival in Scotland for a five-day visit, the US president will tour golf courses owned by his family during his stay, as well as meet with the European Commission president and the British prime minister.

25/07/2025

Culture news

Shipwreck of 18th century warship uncovered on remote Scottish island

With the help of archaeologists, the wreck was identified as the Earl of Chatham, which served in Canada during the Seven Years’ War and later became a whaling ship.

24/07/2025

Europe News

Scottish man's body found in council toilet six days after death

48-year-old Julie Stephen said she believed her husband Sean's body had been lying in the toilet at Edinburgh City Chambers for almost a week.

17/07/2025

Culture news

Man arrested after Stone of Destiny glass broken at Scottish museum

The glass display protecting the rare artefact was broken and the stone was not damaged in the incident. What is the Stone of Destiny and why is it so important in British history?

14/07/2025

Eco-Innovation

Scotland’s underwater turbines break record after 6 years in situ

The turbines generated enough electricity collectively to power up to 7,000 homes annually.

08/07/2025

Destinations

Thousands of visitors pledge good behaviour on Scotland's iconic NC500

The pledge comes after ongoing concerns about road safety and traffic management in the region due to the tourists making the famous journey.

11/06/2025

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Prince William joins kickabout at Edinburgh community centre

Prince William laced up his boots in Edinburgh on Wednesday, joining a kickabout during a visit to Leith Community Centre with Street Soccer Scotland.

22/05/2025

Destinations

Whisky, history and the Highlands: Why you should visit Inverness

Inverness is a small but thriving city, one of the fastest-growing in the United Kingdom.

02/05/2025

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New tartan commemorates women accused under Scotland’s witchcraft laws

A newly registered tartan, woven in black, grey and red, has been designed to commemorate those accused under Scotland’s centuries-old witchcraft laws.

25/04/2025

Destinations

Big screen buff? Take your next film-inspired holiday in Britain

Britain continues to be the real star of the show for our favourite films and TV series. Here's where to visit.

05/03/2025

Travel News

A journey through time: The world’s most beautiful railway bridges

These amazing feats of engineering allow trains to navigate the steepest valleys and cross the deepest rivers.

04/03/2025

Art

Scottish painter Jack Vettriano dies in France at 73

Jack Vettriano, the self-taught Scottish painter renowned for his dreamlike beach scenes, has died at the age of 73.

03/03/2025

Travel News

Direct ferry linking Scotland to France sets sights on 2025 launch

‘Project Brave’ aims to launch a passenger and freight ferry service between Scotland and France, but when?

27/02/2025