Sturgeon, Rankin & McDermid Headline Winter Words Festival
Nicola Sturgeon, Ian Rankin and Val McDermid lead an eclectic line-up at Pitlochry Festival Theatre's Winter Words Festival in February. Tickets on sale 16 December.
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Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
UK's Best Christmas Market is in Edinburgh
Discover why Edinburgh's Christmas Market was named the best in the UK. From boozy mulled wine to stunning lights, find out what makes this festive experience unforgettable.
Edinburgh's Perfect Autumn Break Revealed
Discover why Edinburgh is the ultimate autumn city break, from transformative whisky experiences to historic tours and award-winning dining. Plan your trip today!
Corona Capital Festival Celebrates 15 Years in Mexico City
The Corona Capital music festival celebrated its 15th anniversary in Mexico City with a multi-stage lineup. See the photo gallery from this major international cultural event.
Yoga Festival Collapse Leaves £218k Debt, 284 Creditors
Soul Circus yoga festival founders Roman and Ella Wroath left customers and traders £218,765 out of pocket as company enters liquidation, with 252 customers awaiting refunds after 2024 cancellation.
Scotland's oldest bakery for sale after 172 years
Forsyth's of Edinburgh, Scotland's longest-running bakery established in 1852, is now for sale as the sixth-generation family owners announce their departure, marking a poignant moment in Scottish culinary history.
Waterfront Festival 2026: Sam Fender & Becky Hill to Headline
The spectacular Waterfront Festival 2026 has unveiled its incredible musical lineup featuring Sam Fender, Becky Hill and more. Discover dates, ticket details and why this is the must-attend event of summer 2026.
Jamie Foxx's daughter joins GloRilla on stage
Hollywood star Jamie Foxx's daughter Corinne made an unexpected cameo during GloRilla's SKVLK Festival performance, joining the rapper on stage in a memorable Halloween weekend moment.
Harvest Rock 2025: Adelaide's Musical Triumph
The 2025 Harvest Rock festival in Adelaide transformed the city into a musical paradise with electrifying performances from global superstars and emerging talents, creating an unforgettable weekend of rock revival.
Nazi costume tourist battered with beer stein in Edinburgh
A German tourist wearing a Nazi uniform was battered with a beer stein in an Edinburgh pub after his offensive costume provoked other patrons. The 22-year-old man required hospital treatment following the violent confrontation.
Black British Book Festival Returns to London Barbican
The vibrant Black British Book Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary at London's Barbican Centre, bringing together authors, publishers and readers for a weekend of literary discovery and cultural celebration.
Philip Pullman's Final Book of Dust - Exclusive Extract
Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.
Edinburgh Crowned UK's Top Tech Hub Outside London
Scotland's capital surges ahead of Cambridge and Manchester as leading technology centre, with record venture capital investment and booming startup scene transforming the city's economic landscape.
Nova festival survivor reveals playing dead to escape Hamas
A young woman's miraculous escape from the Hamas massacre at the Nova music festival reveals how she survived by pretending to be dead while militants executed fellow revellers around her.
National Book Award 2025 Finalists Revealed
The prestigious National Book Award shortlist features acclaimed authors Bryan Washington and Rabih Alameddine among twenty exceptional finalists across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and young people's literature categories.
RISE Festival cancelled amid dust storm safety fears
Organisers forced to pull plug on major UK festival as dangerous weather conditions and unauthorised sky lanterns create 'perfect storm' of safety concerns
Deniliquin Ute Muster: Australia's Iconic Outback Festival
The iconic Deniliquin Ute Muster returns with spectacular ute displays, country music stars and outback celebrations in rural NSW. Discover what makes this Australian festival unforgettable.
Edinburgh Tourist Tax: Why Visitors Should Welcome It
Discover why Edinburgh's controversial visitor levy isn't just another tax burden but an investment in preserving the city's magic for future travellers.
Byron Bay festival strip search sparks police investigation
A young woman's traumatic strip search at Byron Bay's Splendour in the Grass festival has prompted a formal police investigation after she was forced to remove her clothing in front of multiple officers.
Edinburgh University staff strike over pay and conditions
Academic and support staff at the University of Edinburgh have launched a three-day strike in a major dispute over pay, pensions, and working conditions, causing significant disruption.
Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by £1,200 book valuation
A guest on Antiques Roadshow was left speechless after expert Justin Croft appraised a seemingly ordinary 19th-century book, revealing its astonishing four-figure valuation and fascinating literary history.
Edinburgh Airport staff to strike in July over pay
Unite the Union confirms over 250 workers at Edinburgh Airport will walk out in July in a major dispute over pay, threatening significant disruption for summer holiday travellers.
Laneway Festival 2026: Chappell Roan Headlines Stellar Lineup
The highly anticipated Laneway Festival 2026 lineup has been unveiled, featuring breakthrough sensation Chappell Roan as headliner, alongside major acts Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, and PinkPantheress. Discover the full roster for Australia's premier indie music
Laneway Festival 2024: Music & Style Spectacle
The highly anticipated Laneway Festival captivated audiences with electrifying performances, stunning celebrity appearances, and unforgettable fashion moments. Discover the highlights from this year's most talked-about music event.
Tom Cox's Folk-Horror Masterpiece: The UK's State of the Nation Novel
Discover why Tom Cox's folk-horror masterpiece, 'Everything Will Swallow You', is being hailed as the most perceptive and unsettling state of the nation novel of our times. A review of the cosy catastrophe that holds a dark mirror to modern Britain.
DeSantis Signs Controversial Florida Book Challenge Law
Governor Ron DeSantis signs contentious legislation enabling swift book challenges in Florida schools, drawing fierce criticism from free speech advocates and legal experts who decry it as censorship.
Lauren Sanchez's New Book Backed by Kris Jenner
Lauren Sanchez announces the release of her second children's book, 'The Flyaway Fox,' with powerhouse friend Kris Jenner leading the charge of celebrity endorsements. Discover the inspiring story and the star-studded support behind this eagerly awaited r
Coachella 2026 Headliners Leaked: Eilish & Radiohead?
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the monumental headline acts for Coachella 2026, featuring a pop icon's grand return and a legendary rock reunion in the Californian desert.
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