Unidentified bones discovered close to a famous site in Edinburgh prompt inquiry

Discovery of Rare Bones Near Iconic Scottish Landmark A notable collection of bones has been found close to one of Scotland’s famous landmarks, though the circumstances surrounding their presence remain unclear. The remains were discovered at Crow Hill, near Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat, a prominent point in Holyrood Park that overlooks Lough Duddingston and the Firth […]
Scotland Achieves Historic Victory against USA Rugby in Edinburgh

Scotland Dominates U.S. Rugby Team in Historic Match The U.S. national rugby team faced a tough challenge on Saturday in Edinburgh, aiming to make its mark but instead found itself on the receiving end of a record-breaking defeat at the hands of Scotland. Scotland emerged victorious with an astonishing score of 85-0, marking the team’s […]
Edinburgh is the top choice for US homebuyers looking at UK properties.

Recent data indicates that inquiries from Americans interested in purchasing homes in the UK have reached an eight-year high, with Edinburgh leading the way. This uptick coincides with record levels of UK citizenship applications. According to property website RightMove, inquiries from North Americans about UK homes for sale have increased by 19% compared to the […]
Shedinburgh festival is back with a new 100-seat location at the Edinburgh fringe.

When the 2020 Edinburgh Fringe was canceled due to Covid-19, producer Francesca Moody and theater maker Gary McNair created a DIY alternative called Shedinburgh. This initiative showcased theater, comedy, and music performances in various sheds that were streamed live online. It gained significant popularity, leading to its return the next year. Now, the Shedinburgh Festival […]
Scotland’s first minister holds ‘warm’ meeting with Eric Trump in Edinburgh | Scotland

The Scotland's first minister held a “warm” meeting with Donald Trump's son Eric in Edinburgh on Thursday, days after the US President's golf course in Turnbury was targeted by protesters. John Swinney met Eric Trump at his official residence, a Georgia townhouse in Newtown, Edinburgh, as both sides described it as a daily business meeting […]
Letter from 1300 in support of Scottish hero William Wallace goes on display | Edinburgh

A significant letter supporting Scottish hero William Wallace was displayed on St Andrew's Day. More than 250 people gathered on Saturday to see the fragile document, which was on display for only five hours to prevent too much sunlight. A letter written by the King of France to his representative at the Papal Court in […]
Damaged review – Samuel L Jackson comes to Edinburgh in crime thriller | Movies

HIt appears to be a full-on crime thriller set in the rough streets of Edinburgh and starring the unlikely trio of Gianni Capaldi (Blood of Redemption), Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction), and Vincent Cassel (Les Rêves). If you've ever wondered what a British police procedural TV show starring this cast would be like (and why […]
Philharmonia/Soddy review – Strauss’s Nazi-tainted last opera ends Edinburgh international festival | Classical music

TThe 2024 Edinburgh International Festival, and the Philharmonia Orchestra’s residency with the event, concluded with a concert of Richard Strauss’s final opera, Capriccio, a work that premiered in Munich in 1942 and is forever tainted by its approval by the Third Reich. The programme had been created by the festival’s former head of music, Andrew […]
Love Beyond review – powerful story of dementia plays out like a thriller | Edinburgh festival 2024

TThis is the story of an elderly, hearing-impaired man suffering from dementia who comes to live out his final days in a hospice. On the surface, nothing in particular happens. Ramesh Meiyappan’s astonishing play derives its power from the drama of this man’s inner turmoil, where memories collide with reality and hallucinations invade his everyday […]
Edinburgh fringe comedy 2024 week two roundup: I’ve seen 50 shows but am I laughing? | Edinburgh festival 2024

circleWe’re halfway through the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Over a third of the 3,600 shows are comedies. In the pouring rain, I’m climbing one of the city’s many hills to get to the next show. It’s the festival’s 50th show. This is my second year as a judge for the festival. Edinburgh Comedy AwardsThe Best Show […]