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Edinburgh Festivals
All the very latest Edinburgh festivals news, reviews, top tips, and offers from The Scotsman's expert team of writers and critics
All the very latest Edinburgh festivals news, reviews, top tips, and offers from The Scotsman's expert team of writers and critics
Salman Rushdie 'stabbed in neck' on stage in New York
World
Douglas Ross: Boris Johnson used 'rude' words when I called for him to resign
Politics
Eurovision 2023: Glasgow named on shortlist to host event
People
Emergency services respond to incident at Culzean Castle
News
Public can expect more help on cost of living from next PM - Boris Johnson
Politics
Waste workers plan four-day strikes in pay row
Environment
Drought declared for parts of England after extreme weather dries up rivers
Environment
Covid vaccines safe in pregnancy, large study confirms
Health
Scotland to meet 'heatwave' criteria as temperatures could hit 30C
Weather
Anne Heche: US actress not expected to survive, says family
World
Fringe Society comes under fire from former board member
What's On
Edinburgh Festivals
Director Charlotte Wells and star Paul Mescal on new Scottish film Aftersun
What's On
Edinburgh Festival Fringe reviews: Patti Harrison | Mark Thomas: Black and White
Edinburgh Festivals
Film Festival diary: 12 August
Edinburgh Festivals
Fringe reviews: Boom | Caligari | Heroin to Hero + more
Edinburgh Festivals
EIF music reviews: Jeff Mills | Aimard | Chineke! Chamber Ensemble
Edinburgh Festivals
Fringe Firsts week one - we reveal our 2022 Edinburgh festival award-winners
Edinburgh Festivals
Book Festival interview: author Daniel Hahn on the art of translation
Edinburgh Festivals
The Scotsman Recommended Video
Scotsman Video
Opinion
French wildfires show why heatwaves are no longer cause for celebration
Columnists
If grouse shooting was a new idea, would you support it? – Max Wiszniewski
Columnists
Brexit fundamentalism threatens swathe of environmental gains
Columnists
Obair mhòr ri dheànamh a-thaobh atharrachadh na sìde
Columnists
Featured video
Lifeguard charity shares tips on choosing the perfect spot for a cooling swim
Outdoors
WATCH: Scotland international Sophie Howard joins us preview the Euro 2022 final
International
The Scotsman Sessions #325: Jill Jackson
What's On
Food and Drink
Day in the Life: Lucy Calder from Kilduff Farm
Lifestyle
We try the Swell Room at Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel
Opinion
Pillow fights and laughter with Fringe return
What's On
Alan Cumming on bringing Robert Burns back to life in his new dance show
Sport
SRU release further statement after harrowing interview with Cattigan family
Rugby Union
Postecoglou responds to Celtic speculation over two players
Celtic
Ferguson remains man to catch in County Antrim despite carding 70
Golf
Why Rangers need games between UCL ties rather than following PSV move plans
Rangers
Why Scottish football fans are annoyed at the SPFL over proposed £29.5m TV deal
Celtic
'Ragged, loose, foggy': Dundee Utd reaction after devastating defeat by AZ
Football
The impact of Boyle at Hibs laid bare by Johnson
Hibs
Mitchell hopes 'old school' tactics will help thwart Rangers
Rangers
How Dundee United suffered humiliation against AZ Alkmaar
Football
Politics
Holyrood blasted over 'overly complicated' plans for business rates appeals
Business
Brian Wilson: Energy bills must be capped by government – full stop
Columnists
Animal Rebellion should rethink their self-indulgent tactics
Columnists
Scotland needs to up its game on EV charging points – Scotsman comment
Columnists
Suella Braverman's remarks about trans pupils were disturbing – Vic Valentine
Columnists
Mar-a-Lago raids: Bid to unseal FBI search warrant for Donald Trump's home
Politics
Joyce McMillan: Tories' ludicrous plans highlight opposition's lack of vision
Columnists
Heritage and Retro
Royal Deeside: a firm favourite on the NE250
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The 10 most and least sociable breeds of adorable dog
Heritage
Tracing Fateh Ali, a travelling salesman on the Isle of Arran
Heritage
From da Vinci's drawings to Cern, all cutting-edge science is eventually history
Columnists
When it comes to luxury countryside glamping there’s no place like Dome
Heritage
The birth of the MacGoldblatt tartan – Professor Joe Goldblatt
Columnists
Eilish McColgan wins Commonwealth Games gold while wearing tartan scrunchie
Lifestyle
The Scotsman Sessions
The Scotsman Sessions: links to numbers 1-300
What's On
The Scotsman Sessions #327: Bee Asha Singh
What's On
The Scotsman Sessions #326: Monica Queen with Johnny Smillie and Rory McGregor
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The Scotsman Sessions #325: Jill Jackson
What's On
The Scotsman Sessions #324: Dictator
What's On
The Scotsman Sessions #323: Nicole Cassandra Smit with Toby Mottorshead
What's On
The Scotsman Sessions #322: Chloe-Ann Tylor
Theatre and Stage
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Sport Opinion
Scottish football has reached tipping point with treatment of fans
Sport Opinion
Lionesses can inspire Scotland's women to footballing glory – Scotsman comment
Columnists
Commonwealth Games is proving sport and politics do mix – Christine Jardine MP
Columnists
Homes
Are you aware of 'green' changes you can make at home to save you money....
Homes and Gardens
Use these six quick ways to get your garden looking good in a heatwave
Homes and Gardens
Wild and rugged estate with two cottages nestled within a spectacular ancient la...
Homes and Gardens
Obituaries
Obituaries: Lamont Dozier, songwriter who helped propel Motown to prominence
People
Obituaries: Dame Olivia Newton-John, singer and actor catapulted to fame by Grea...
People
Cars
Video shows police smash their way into car to rescue distressed dog
News
2022 SsangYong Korando e-Motion review
Cars
Used car sales fall by 400,000 as traders feel supply squeeze
Cars
Insurance expert’s advice on how young drivers can save £368 per year
Cars
Garmin Dash Cam 57 review: solid all-rounder from big-name brand
Cars
Campaigners demand 25p fuel duty cut to ease cost of living crisis
Cars
Rugby Union
Transgender rugby rights expected to be discussed at SRU meeting
Rugby Union
SRU hierarchy to address the death of Cattigan as agm topics set out
Rugby Union
Why Edinburgh must strive to make the most of early trip to South Africa
Rugby Union
Glasgow Warriors stand-off Ross Thompson to miss start of season
Rugby Union
What is Motor Neuron Disease and what are the symptoms?
Health
New Glasgow coach Smith speaks on Townsend, South Africa and McLaren
Rugby Union
Forget the All Blacks: You are playing New Zealand now, just another country
Rugby Union
Glasgow and Edinburgh's URC schedule fixture schedule confirmed
Rugby Union
Franco Smith: First impressions of new Glasgow Warriors coach
Rugby Union
Must Read
Gleneagles Townhouse launches exhibition of swimming pool photographs
Food and Drink
How to host the perfect summer garden get together
Must Read
La Clique's new Scottish act, Miranda Menzies, on her hair suspension skills
What's On