Edinburgh has implemented Scotland's first tourist tax, a 5% levy on overnight stays, aiming to raise £50m annually for city improvements like housing and policing. The charge, capped at five nights, faces concerns over uniformity and impact on local visitors.
Edinburgh has become Scotland's first city to implement a 5% overnight tourist tax, capped at five nights, effective Friday. The levy aims to raise £50m annually for local improvements, but faces concerns over visitor deterrence and administrative complexity.
Hong Kong triathlete sisters Cade and Tallulah Wright, 23, are poised for Asian Games debuts in September. Their coach believes they can achieve Olympic qualification and major medals if they focus on the sport until at least the 2032 Olympics.
UK-based healthcare billing software maker Craneware announced a cyberattack resulted in the theft of a "significant volume" of customer, employee, and partner data. The breach affects a company whose software is widely used in the U.S. healthcare sector, and its investigation is ongoing.
Fire crews are tackling a significant blaze on Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, with a large plume of smoke visible from Fife. Six appliances are on scene, Queens Drive is closed, and no casualties have been reported.
A historic building on Edinburgh's Princes Street, the former Debenhams, was severely damaged by a large fire that broke out early this morning. Firefighters worked for hours to control the blaze, leading to road closures and transport disruptions. No injuries have been reported.
Firefighters are battling a significant blaze that erupted in a disused building on Edinburgh's Princes Street early this morning. The fire, which appeared to be under control by 08:00, caused extensive damage to the upper floors and roof. Police have closed several streets and are investigating.
An 18-year-old, Umar Dumbuya from London, has died after getting into difficulty in the River Wye near Glasbury, Powys, during a Duke of Edinburgh Award expedition. Emergency services recovered his body, and his college and family have paid tribute to him.
Andy Burnham's devolution pledges, including a "No 10 North," are met with skepticism by pro-independence parties in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Concerns arise over his understanding of existing devolved powers and a perceived U-turn on reforming the Barnett formula, leading to disappointment among Celtic administrations.
Londra'da bir müzayede evinde, 200 yılı aşkın gümüş işçiliği tarihini yansıtan nadide bir koleksiyon satışa sunuluyor. Koleksiyonda Çarlık Rusyası dönemine ait kupalar ve Edward dönemi mücevher kutuları gibi özel parçalar bulunuyor.
An antique silver collection, discovered in an Edinburgh family's attic and containing over 100 items from the early 1700s to early 1900s, has sold for nearly £60,000 at auction. The items, expected to fetch £23,000, were found packed away for nearly a century.
England secured a comeback victory against the Democratic Republic of Congo in a World Cup match, with Harry Kane scoring a late double. Coach Thomas Tuchel's assistant, Anthony Barry, urged calm at half-time, and the team's resilience was highlighted as they prepare to face Mexico.
An 18-year-old has died in the River Wye during a Duke of Edinburgh Award expedition near Glasbury, Powys. His body was recovered after a search involving mountain rescue, firefighters, and police.
An 18-year-old male student drowned in the River Wye in Glasbury, Powys, Wales, while participating in a Duke of Edinburgh's Award expedition. Emergency services, including Mountain Rescue and the fire service, located his body after a search. The DofE organization is liaising with authorities and offering support.
An 18-year-old participant in a Duke of Edinburgh Award expedition has died after entering the River Wye near Glasbury, Powys. His body was recovered by emergency services after a search operation.
Queen Camilla met author JK Rowling at the Palace of Holyroodhouse to discuss their shared passion for books and the importance of children reading. The meeting marked the start of Royal Week in Edinburgh, an annual celebration of Scottish culture.
An anti-racism rally in Edinburgh drew thousands in solidarity with victims of alleged anti-Muslim attacks, where 5 were injured and a suspect faces terrorism-linked attempted murder charges.
Construction has begun on the UK's new £750m national supercomputer at the University of Edinburgh, set to be one of the world's most powerful by late next year, supporting advanced research in quantum computing, climate change, and cosmology, despite an initial government shelving.
Lewis Hawkes, 36, charged with 5 counts of attempted murder with terrorist connection, assault, robbery, and other offenses after Edinburgh attacks targeting Muslims, leaving 5 injured.
Nicola Benedetti, director of the Edinburgh International Festival, has implemented a "phone free" policy for live performances, citing artist and audience requests to preserve the unique experience of live performance. The festival aims to minimize disruptions caused by mobile phones during concerts.
The Edinburgh International Festival, under director Nicola Benedetti, will be a phone-free environment to enhance live performance. The policy, requested by artists and audiences, aims to protect the concert experience from disruptions like ringing phones and filming, though photo-taking at curtain calls will be permitted.
A 36-year-old man, Lewis Hawkes, has been charged with five counts of attempted murder, aggravated by a terrorist connection, following a series of attacks in Edinburgh. The incidents targeted Muslims and people of color, leaving five men injured.
Lewis Hawkes, 36, appeared in Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with five counts of attempted murder, assault, robbery, and other offenses, all aggravated by a terrorist connection. The charges stem from alleged anti-Muslim attacks on Friday night that injured five people, including two men stabbed near Broomhouse Mosque.
Lewis Hawkes, 36, appeared in Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with five counts of attempted murder, assault, robbery, and other offenses, all aggravated by a terrorist connection. The charges stem from alleged anti-Muslim attacks on Friday night that injured five people, including two men stabbed near Broomhouse Mosque.
