Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe previews showcase a diverse range of dance and circus performances, including AI-themed productions, explorations of cultural roots, and autobiographical works. Highlights include San Francisco Ballet's 'Mere Mortals', Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's 'Ihsane', and the Palestinian Circus's 'Step and a Half'.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is broadening its program beyond traditional author talks, incorporating musical performances, Noh theatre at Greyfriars Kirk, and live cookery events to attract new audiences and explore literature's connections with other art forms.
A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, involving 147 passengers and crew from 23 nationalities, has been successfully contained. Spain's leadership in docking and managing disembarkation, WHO's technical guidance, and UKHSA's repatriation efforts were crucial. This success highlights effective international cooperation in public health.
Research reveals UK patients with hypermobility conditions wait up to 21 years for diagnosis, facing chronic pain, dislocations, and mental health issues. Low awareness among healthcare professionals contributes to fragmented care and significant impacts on employment and education.
Scotland celebrates its first World Cup qualification in 28 years with unique traditions, including new tartans, whisky collaborations, and fanzones. Despite past disappointments, fans embrace the moment with a mix of hope and self-deprecating fatalism, with the First Minister attending the opening match against Haiti.
Cathy Allen and Justin Kenrick are challenging their arrests for supporting Palestine Action in Scotland's High Court. They argue the proscription violates freedom of expression and assembly, potentially setting a precedent for the UK. Figures show a high number of terrorism charges linked to the group in Scotland.
Rangers are reportedly considering Hearts manager Derek McInnes as a potential replacement if Danny Röhl departs for RB Salzburg. Talks are ongoing between Rangers and Salzburg for Röhl, with a move anticipated within days. McInnes, a former Rangers player, has guided Hearts to second place in the Premiership this season.
Peter Murrell, former SNP chief executive, bought a £124,550 motorhome with embezzled party funds, driving it only four miles. He falsified records to hide the purchase and stocked it with luxury goods. The vehicle remained unused for over two years before police seizure.
Richard Gadd's 'Half Man,' a companion series to Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer,' is described as a relentlessly bleak psychological thriller, not a comedy. The show features graphic violence and characters struggling with immense despair, drawing comparisons to 'Black Mirror' and 'The Leftovers.'
Former SNP Chief Executive Peter Murrell has pleaded guilty to embezzling over £400,000 from party funds. The ex-husband of Nicola Sturgeon admitted the offences at the High Court in Edinburgh, following a lengthy investigation into the party's finances.
Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell has pleaded guilty to embezzling £400,310.65 from the party. He admitted reduced charges in court after nearly £60,000 was deleted from the indictment. The judge called it a "gross breach of trust" and remanded him into custody.
Hearts FC has issued a strong statement condemning the "shameful" and "disgraceful" scenes at Celtic Park following Celtic's title-clinching victory. The club reported "deeply disturbing" treatment of players and staff during a pitch invasion, leading to their squad leaving the field before the match concluded.
Hearts have issued a strong statement condemning "shameful" and "disgraceful" scenes at Celtic Park after their players and staff were subjected to "deeply disturbing" treatment during Celtic's title-clinching victory. The Edinburgh club's squad left the pitch before the end of stoppage time due to safety concerns.
Celtic retained their Scottish Premiership title with a 3-1 victory over Hearts, securing the win in the final minutes. Thousands of Celtic fans celebrated in Glasgow, while Hearts fans expressed pride despite the loss.
Celtic secured their fifth consecutive Scottish Premiership title with a 3-1 victory over Hearts at Celtic Park. Thousands of fans celebrated in Glasgow as the win dashed Hearts' hopes of winning their first league trophy in 66 years.
Celtic secured their fifth consecutive Scottish Premiership title with a 3-1 victory over Hearts, dashing the Edinburgh side's hopes of winning their first top-flight trophy in 66 years. Despite Hearts scoring first, Celtic equalized and secured the win with two late goals, leading to jubilant celebrations from their fans.
Celtic secured their fifth consecutive Scottish Premiership title with a 3-1 victory over Hearts, dashing Hearts' hopes of winning their first top-flight trophy in 66 years. Despite Hearts scoring first, Celtic equalized and secured the win with late goals, leading to jubilant celebrations from their fans.
Celtic secured a fifth consecutive title after fans invaded the pitch, prompting Hearts to abandon the match. Despite still having stoppage time, Hearts players were confronted and left the field, later departing under police escort.
Edinburgh prepares for a potential victory parade as Heart of Midlothian nears a historic Scottish league title win. If Hearts secure at least a draw against Celtic on Saturday, it will trigger celebrations and road closures in the city.
Hong Kong's SFC is increasingly using monetary settlements, totaling HK$2.5 billion recently, to address financial misconduct. This aligns with global trends, prioritizing compensation for investors over lengthy legal battles and jail terms.
Connacht secured a URC play-off place with a bonus-point victory over Edinburgh. Tries from Ioane, Hurley-Langton (2), and Devine sealed the win, moving Connacht to sixth in the table.
Hearts can clinch the Scottish Premiership title with a win over Falkirk and a Celtic loss to Motherwell, marking a potential first title since 1960, despite Celtic's five-game winning streak under Martin O'Neill.
Edinburgh Zoo welcomed a male Linne's two-toed sloth, named Atty in honor of Sir David Attenborough. The birth is a significant event for the zoo and Scotland.
More than a third of the properties in Quartermile area have been bought by people based outside the UK.
