96 m. ago Edinburgh Rugby match rearranged due to Pope's funeral as new date set

Italian government order match to be rescheduled

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2 h. ago Chris Eubank Jr: ‘I shouldn’t be doing this. But we are the daredevils of sport’

British boxer discusses the horrors of making weight and strained relations with his dad before Saturday’s grudge match with Conor BennChris Eubank Jr sits in his hotel room, locked in the extremes of a savage weight cut. Boiling down in weight gets even harder at the age of 35 but the words still flow freely. Eubank Jr can produce intelligent insights as easily as he churns out typical bombast and so he has no difficulty in explaining why his fight on Saturday night with Conor Benn will darken the British sporting landscape this week.They were first meant to fight in October 2022, when a manufactured scrap was built on the enmity between their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, in the 1990s. Separated by two weight divisions, the sons were brought together in a dubious catchweight contest while banging on about family feuds and legacies. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Beauty guru who traveled to Korea for 'harmless' skincare treatment returns home blind in one eye

In a now-deleted TikTok that raked in millions of views, Esther Jeong, from California, explained that she was recently injected with a collagen stimulant.

Transport

5 h. ago Greater Manchester hospital named 'best in the country' in one treatment area

The hospital has been named the best in the country for accuracy in the crucial test, and is rated as one of the fastest in getting the results

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5 h. ago Rare Victorian engine once used in Edinburgh police building discovered in hotel attic

The Crossley engine lay hidden for decades before it was discovered in the attic of CoDE The Court, now a hotel in the city.

Events

5 h. ago Joe Hendry 'disagrees' with WrestleMania blowback as famous Celtic fan delivers knockout message for WWE pathway

The TNA Champion broke his silence after the Edinburgh native was swiftly beaten by Randy Orton in Las Vegas

Sport

6 h. ago Driver on the run after high speed police chase through Edinburgh

"The escaped driver is still on the run and Police Scotland were doing door to door checks looking for the suspect in the street and asking for Ring doorbell footage."

Events

6 h. ago Rare Victorian engine hidden for decades found in city attic during renovations

The engine is now on display in Edinburgh.

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6 h. ago The Pope in Scotland: Here are 26 amazing pictures of Pope John Paul II's visit to Edinburgh, Rosewell and Glasgow in 1982

It’s been more than four decades since tens of thousands of people took part in events at Murrayfield and Bellahouston Park to welcome Pope John Paul II to Scotland.

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6 h. ago Man 'stabbed' in Cambuslang attack as police cordon off street

He was rushed to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment, where his current condition is unknown.

Events

7 h. ago Paula Radcliffe opens up about 'horrible' experience of daughter's cancer treatment

She described it as the 'hardest thing a parent can go through'

Politics

8 h. ago JD Vance says his wife Usha has received ‘celebrity’ treatment in India

Family members tell The Independent they are ‘very happy’ to see America’s Second Lady return to embrace her Indian roots

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8 h. ago Edinburgh 'Speyside whisky' beer crowned 'best in the UK' at prestigious awards

Only 875 cans of the unique beverage will ever be produced.

Events

9 h. ago 'I took a UK lake holiday so luxurious a sudden change of plans didn't ruin the fun'

A busy mum, Sally McLean, recounts her luxury staycation with gal pals for a much-needed Scottish break, including a Champagne cruise, hotel spa and the all-you-can-eat-buffet.

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9 h. ago The story of how a stool thrown in iconic Edinburgh cathedral toppled a regime

King Charles I’s push for religious reforms in Scotland enraged the Edinburgh mob and lit the fuse for the Wars of the Three Kingdoms

Politics

10 h. ago Signs of ketamine addiction as The Vivienne's family want to tackle 'stigma'

UK Addiction Treatment Centres has emphasised that it is never too late to seek help for dependence

Politics

10 h. ago Revealed: The miracle treatment that could ease your crippling knee pain and save you from surgery for years

Former Olympic athlete Allison Curbishley used to compete for Britain in the 400m, but by last year she was struggling to even walk a few feet because her right knee was so painful and stiff.

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10 h. ago Scotland weather: Edinburgh to be hotter than Istanbul next week as spring sunshine returns

Temperatures are set to soar again across Scotland at the start of next week

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12 h. ago Private landlord scheme helping Scotland’s housing crisis: Find out how much your property could achieve

Much-needed emergency housing which also provides landlords with guaranteed, long-term rental income is being provided by the City of Edinburgh Council’s Private Sector Leasing (PSL) scheme. Find out more.

Events

12 h. ago Returning to education? How a nursing or midwifery degree at Edinburgh Napier University can suit you

Mature students will find a warm welcome and a wealth of possible career options with a nursing qualification from Edinburgh Napier University.

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