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Pop megastar named as president of football club
Huge blaze in UK city
Former footballer dies aged 50
Man seriously injured in disturbance
Man dies after falling from cliffs
Schoolboy attacked in wooded area

Lifestyle

Workers survey Storm Isha damage to an electrical substation in Falkirk. Image: Michael Gillen

Kirsty McLuckie: how to protect property during a storm

Last week’s storms are just the latest in a sustained battering we’ve been suffering of late. In bet...
Prestige property: Exclusive address offers fabulous family home
Number 14, Northumberland Street is an impressive A-listed Georgian townhouse set over four storeys,...
What is it? A five-bedroom energy-efficient home which has undergone a splendid architect-designed renovation and boasts unparalleled sea views across the Firth of Forth.

Property: Contemporary homes promoting energy efficiency

Peek inside these contemporary constructions that promote energy efficiency to present buyers with the chance of moving to greener pastures.
Former shinty star reveals plans for home turf music festival in the HighlandsBrian Ferguson
Brian Ferguson
Charming family home in popular coastal town hits the market
A generously proportioned five-bedroom home in a popular East Lothian village has hit the market....
Backlash against influencers may help people live life, rather than filming it
Museums, restaurants and other venues have begun to turn away influencers armed with selfie sticks...
The Brasserie Pic: Kathryn Devine@DearEverest

Travel: Hotel des Grands Voyageurs, Paris, review

Sir Billy Connolly is one of the world's most hilarious men. Here are 80 of his funniest lines and jokes.

Here are Sir Billy Connolly's funniest jokes and one liners ever

Game of Thrones was tame in comparison to some episodes in Scottish medieval history (Picture: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Scotland's real-life Game of Thrones: Alexander II was a 'psychopathic maniac'

​Dreaming of sunnier climes? This is one of the peak times of the year for holiday bookings, so you might not get much of a bargain (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

Don’t get played now you’ve just got paid - Martyn James

King Charles III receives His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, King of the Ashanti Kingdom, during an audience at Buckingham Palace in May.

Should artefacts obtained in colonial times be returned?

Who is calling me from this number? How to see who’s calling you

The all-electric Macan will have a 381-mile range. Credit: Porsche

Porsche reveals electric Macan with 381-mile range

The eighth generation Golf brings styling upgrades plus new tech and engines. Credit Volkswagen

2024 VW Golf marks 50th anniversary of icon

There are a number of reasons your dog might be a bit whiffy.

The 5 most common reason for your adorable dog being smelly

What is the most popular cat breed in the world 2024?

Dogs - Best of 10 Things

Lifestyle
10 of the laziest breeds of dog
The 10 breeds of adorable dog with the most health problems
The 10 smelliest breeds of adorable dog that need regular baths
Laziest Dogs: Here are the 10 lazy breeds of adorable dog who don't mind skipping the occasional walk - including the loving Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 🐕

The 10 most destructive breeds of dog that are prone to chewing

The 10 fittest breeds of dog who love endless walks and exercise

10 great guard dogs to protect your home and family

Cats - Best of 10 Things

Lifestyle
10 ways to know if your cat loves you
10 of the best breeds of loving cat for an elderly owner
Here are 10 breeds of adorable cat that have the fluffiest fur
Cat Love: 10 ways to know if your cat loves you

9 cat breeds that are similar in personality to dogs

The top 10 cat breeds that bond easiest with a new owner

Here are 10 cat breeds that have the most hair

Bars and restaurants

Ten years after 'Farmageddon', I see signs of hope about nature-friendly farming Philip Lymbery

Mario Gizzi is co-founder and director of restaurant group DRG, which originated in 1985 with Glasgow’s Di Maggio’s.

Interview: Mario Gizzi of restaurant group DRG behind brands such as Di Maggio’s

Great Chieftain o’ the Puddin-race to defeat Trump? Scotsman comment

Explainer What is Haggis made of? Is it Scottish? Why is it banned in the USA?

The crossed-out manuscript written by Robert Burns. PIC: Glasgow University.

'Cancelled' Burns song could have cost bard his livelihood, says scholar

Address To A Haggis by Robert Burns performed by Jolyn Crawford

Address To A Haggis by Robert Burns performed by Jolyn Crawford

Which Scottish seaside town will you visit next? Photo: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Here are the 20 best Scottish seaside towns for tourists to visit

Ashley Jensen: When I did Shetland I just really felt like I’d kind of come home

Treat yourself to a peaceful getaway at Trump Turnberry's self-catering cottages in the west coast of Scotland. Featuring access to the resort's lavish amenities, world-class views and signature Scottish hospitality.

Ad Feature Escape to coastal tranquillity at Trump Turnberry's charming cottages.

The MS Raymonde. Pic: CroisiCruise/PA

A gentle barge holiday in France - Scotland on Sunday Travel

Staycation

Jen Mackenzie Pic: Alison Gilbert

Jen Mackenzie on making her Scottish deer antlers into artworks

Young woman having facial massage in beauty salon

Sleeping Beauty salon, Edinburgh, review

The 10 most picturesque winter walks in Scotland

The sprouting fountain on the lake at Allerthorpe Golf & Country Park. Image: Prestige Country Parks

A luxury lodge staycation in the stunning North Yorkshire countryside

Shapes class

We experience new Les Mills fitness class Shapes

A bedroom at the Hotel Dame des Arts Pic: Ludovic Balay

Hotel Dame des Arts, Paris, hotel review

KnotStressed in Edinburgh

Spa Spy: Edinburgh's KnotStressed offers a Neal's Yard Organics Bespoke Facial

Travel

Hotels with co-working spaces are on the rise. Pic: Alamy/PA.

Hotel trends 2024 – Scotland on Sunday Travel

Urquhart Castle at Drumnadrochit, Scotland's third most popular attraction where visitor numbers are down 31 per cent since the pandemic. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images.

Scotland’s historic sites down £10m in visitor income

Ishga's product range is being introduced across all 16 spa properties in Macdonald Hotels & Resorts' portfolio. Picture: contributed.

Scottish hotel group and Hebridean seaweed skincare brand dive into new tie-up

Outdoors

A still from Thrawn, the new film from Hannah Bailey

New Scottish snowboard film stars Lesley McKenna and Beira, goddess of winter

Choughs, which are members of the crow family, have been disappearing from Scotland and are now only found in the western islands of Colonsay, Islay and Jura

Chough love: Action to save acrobatic bird from extinction must be stepped up

The Radical Road and Salisbury Crags PIC: Colin Hattersley / National World

Brendan Paddy of Ramblers Scotland on the campaign to reopen the Radical Road

10 of the most popular breeds of gun dog that were bred to hunt

Some of the more unusual sights to see in Scotland.

21 hidden gem Scottish attractions reachable from the Central Belt

Beinn Ghlas

Celebrating 90 years since the first Scottish ski race, the 1934 Killin Slalom

Dogs need a little extra care when the weather turns cold during winter.

10 expert tips to keep your dog happy and healthy in winter

Arts and Culture
Outdoors books 2022: Essential reading for lovers of wide-open spaces
13 items dog owners should take on summer walks to avoid emergencies
10 expert tips for taking your dog on a camping or caravan holiday
Outdoors books 2022: Essential reading for lovers of wide-open spaces
A swan has started hanging around at Telford Park School, after its mate died. It appears to find comfort in looking at its reflection in the glass panels on the school building

Grieving swan crosses road every day to stare at its own reflection

Colder weather drives many birds to seek refuge in gardens (Photo: Ben Andrew/RSPB)

Three ways to throw garden birds a lifeline during the cold snap

These regal birds gave me goosebumps as I watched them return against all odds

Cars

Visually, the Hyundai Kona Electric is a leap forward from the outgoing model. Credit: Hyundai UK

Hyundai Kona Electric review: Spacious and practical EV

The chances of your car being stolen partly depends on the make and model you drive.

The UK's 10 most stolen models of car

Motorway’s user guide takes the stress out of profiling and selling your car online. Picture – supplied

Ad Feature Learn how to get more money for your car with Motorway

Quickest ways to defrost and demist car windscreens

Homes

The exterior of 4 Campbell’s Close, Edinburgh. Image: Iain Robinson

Property: One-time brewery offers quiet two-bed Canongate bolthole

The exterior of 2 South Lauder Road. Image: contributed

Prestige property: Distinctively Dutch in Southside of the Capital

What is it? A traditional stone-built detached cottage extensively upgraded by its current owners, with the potential to be an on-going business concern thanks to five adjacent timber cabins. These were were added in 2018, and have since operated as a successful holiday letting business. Contact: Savills

Property: Cottagecore adds a touch of quaint

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