6 d. ago Can the Edinburgh International Book Festival repair itself?

After last year’s sponsorship furore nearly broke the Edinburgh International Book Festival, David Robinson looks ahead to see if new strands, new venues and appearances from internationally renowned writers can help it thrive

Society

1 week ago Doctors issue alert for Mounjaro users as popular summer drink could derail weight loss

People using Mounjaro for shedding pounds may need to reconsider that holiday tipple this summer

Events

1 week ago 'Drink of the summer' to takeover Edinburgh Festivals venue courtyard

A revived gin drink from the 1950s is taking over an ‘iconic’ Edinburgh courtyard this month.

Events

1 week ago Is summer making you lose your hair? Here how to eat and drink your way to better locks

Hair is more fragile and likely to shed in the summer months. So how can you keep it full, bouncy and looking its best? Louise Pyne has your guide

Politics

1 week ago Festivals diary: Flying chandeliers and venue closures as Amber wind warning hits Edinburgh

Amber wind warning causes festivals chaos

Events

1 week ago 5 easy picnic bakes to make this summer – from sausage rolls to jam tarts

From a flaky quiche Lorraine to old-school jam tarts, these simple summer bakes from Doves Farm are perfect for packing up and sharing alfresco

Politics

1 week ago Where To Eat, Drink, Play And Stay In London For Summer 2025

Where To Eat, Drink, Play And Stay In London For Summer 2025  Forbes

Politics

3 w. ago Las Iguanas has a Kids Eat Free offer running through the summer holidays

There are other deals available, including a weekday lunch for £10

Politics

4 w. ago London Open House Festival 2025: Preview of venues for booking released

London Open House Festival 2025: Preview of venues for booking released  ianVisits

Culture

4 w. ago Retailers warned not to offer refills of popular summer drink to children under 10

A food watchdog has issued updated guidance as the weather gets warmer.

Events

4 w. ago Health warning over popular summer drink as kids under seven should stay away

The popular summer treat shouldn't be consumed by kids younger than seven, experts have said, should also be limited to no more than 350ml - roughly the amount of a fizzy drink can

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4 w. ago The search for the drink of summer 2025 is over – and it’s Lonkero

Sorry, BuzzBallz, spicy paloma, Hugo spritz, Suntory –196 and Tiramibru, but nothing hits the spot like gin mixed with grapefruit sodaIdeally, to qualify for the title, the drink of the summer – like the song of the summer – should be obvious and undeniable, emerging some time in mid-June before spreading, as though on the breeze, to be inescapable by August.You should have never even heard of this beverage before the temperature hits 20C, then you shouldn’t be able to imagine life without it. You might return to it years later, and even enjoy it – but it should never hit quite the same way as it did that first summer it was everywhere. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago 'Do not drink' warning for children under seven as popular summer treat said to pose 'serious risks'

They contain an ingredient that can pose a serious health risk to children

Events

4 w. ago Summer holiday warning as children told not to drink popular ice drink

Exposure to glycerol can cause shock, very low blood sugar levels and loss of consciousness, the watchdog said

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4 w. ago Food safety warning over popular summer drink posing 'serious risk' to children

The much-loved treat can cause shock, very low blood sugar levels and even loss of consciousness

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