Edinburgh has been making headlines recently due to a variety of events, including the city being the capital of Scotland and one of its 32 council areas. Additionally, there have been reports of significant developments such as the launch of a Taylor Swift course by Glasgow Clyde College for attendees of the Eras Tour in Edinburgh. The Duchess of Edinburgh's denouncement of the use of rape as a weapon of war by Vladimir Putin's forces during her visit to Ukraine has also garnered attention. Furthermore, there have been instances involving individuals such as a former parliamentary researcher facing charges under the Official Secrets Act and a 29-year-old convicted prisoner, Jamie Ross, who managed to evade his guards while attending a funeral.
Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, has a rich history dating back centuries. Historically part of the county of Midlothian, the city is known for its stunning architecture, including the iconic Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Edinburgh is a cultural hub, hosting the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest arts festival. The city is also home to several universities, including the University of Edinburgh, a prestigious institution known for its academic excellence. With a vibrant arts scene, historic landmarks, and a bustling city center, Edinburgh attracts visitors from around the world.
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The one-day course is aimed at parents and plus-ones who can't tell their "Fearless" from their "Folklore."
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Spurs collapsed again on Sunday, this time allowing Liverpool to race into a 4-0 lead, with the subsequent defeat extending an alarming trend that hints at a bleak future next season under Ange Postecoglou
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The Scotland back couldn’t be happier after making the switch to the French club who next face Harlequins in a Champions Cup semi-final
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New venture “can provide a shop window for local innovators to a global network of investors who specialise in sectors where Scotland is strong”.
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Hostmore said on Friday that 2023 was a “transitional year” as it sought to put its finances back on a strong footing.
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The Duchess of Edinburgh denounced Vladimir Putin’s forces for using rape as a “weapon of war” on her visit to Ukraine on Monday (29 April). The Duchess, who is the first member of the royal family to visit Ukraine since the start of the Russian inv
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A former parliamentary researcher facing charges under the Official Secrets Act for allegedly gathering information for China arrived at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Friday, 26 April. Christopher Cash, 29, from Whitechapel in east London, alongside C
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Jamie Ross, a 29-year-old convicted prisoner, had been allowed out to attend a funeral but managed to evade his guards - with police now hunting him.
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The UN global plastic treaty could be as important as the 2015 Paris accords, says Steve Fletcher, professor of ocean policy and economy at the University of Portsmouth
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In parliament debates and council meetings we hear a lot about “joined-up thinking” and “collaborative approaches” and of course plans are always “holistic” and “follow extensive consultation with stakeholders”.
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Ray Nolton, a resident of Dalgetty Bay and member of the Scalefour Society’s East of Scotland 4mm Group, has built a highly detailed model of a typical rail served Scottish industrial site, as it might have looked in the 1950s/60s, called ‘Union Mills
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The average delay for flights across all airports was almost 20 minutes and 42 seconds - down from 23 minutes and 12 seconds in 2022.
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The round-of-16 tie was due to be played at the Hive Stadium in the city.
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Fraser Taylor, France-Lise McGurn and Sandy Moffat reflect on their storied careers at three new exhibitions
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Thirty years ago, one of the world’s most visceral bands unknowingly took the stage in a repurposed German airport hangar to play their last ever show. Mark Beaumont looks back at that storied night and its devastating aftermath to uncover exactly what
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The independent cinema has received a £1.5m grant from the UK government.
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Ron Hassner says school made sufficient commitments to ensure safety of Jewish students after series of incidents on campus, including pro-Palestinian protest that turned violent
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Move into new location follows merger of Morton Fraser and MacRoberts.
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Lawrence Russell had two previous convictions for driving under the influence, the Edinburgh sheriff said.
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Nashir Ahmed, 65, and his friend were set upon by another man on 10 March. Police are treating his death on Friday as murder.