2 h. ago 'I'm terrified but I've always wanted to do the Edinburgh Fringe'

The EastEnders actor has made a career out of stepping out of her comfort zone

Events

6 h. ago 'Terrified' Brits run from 'charging police' in Serbia riots as armed cops fire tear gas

Tourists have been faced with tear gas and burning barricades as escalating violence takes over Belgrade, nine months on from a disaster that saw 16 people die when a railway station’s roof collapsed

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8 h. ago Hero fisherman pulls woman to safety after she jumped from Louisiana bridge

‘He may not have caught many fish yesterday, but he certainly made a terrific save helping this lady – a terrific catch,’ said Causeway general manager Carlton Dufrechou

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9 h. ago Man charged with attempted murder after 'gunshots fired' on Edinburgh street

Njanko Njie appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Friday.

Events

10 h. ago Special Bannockburn rugby fundraiser aims to spread message of inclusivity

The match between the local women's team and an Edinburgh opponent will raise money for Stirling Pride as well as promoting the role of sport and equality.

Events

10 h. ago I've tried plenty of Edinburgh restaurants' set menus , and these are the absolute best

There’s a move towards set menus, and we firmly approve

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10 h. ago Arthur's Seat fire: Public told to avoid popular Edinburgh beauty spot as fire crews remain on scene

The fire service were alerted to the blaze on Sunday.

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10 h. ago Thugs caged for 101 years after 'gangland' attacks left man with hand 'hanging off' and prison cars torched

Michael Heep is a trusted lieutenant of Edinburgh crime boss Mark Richardson.

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10 h. ago Oasis fan scatters best friend’s ashes during Edinburgh concert in viral video

The video has gone viral on TikTok with others inspired to do a similar thing

Sport

13 h. ago Beautiful Scotland 2025: Here are the 10 most scenic Scottish spots according to new research

Edinburgh Castle topped the rankings.

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13 h. ago ScotRail: Train delays between Edinburgh and Glasgow and Inverness after lightning damage

Disruption and delays are expected until 3pm

Events

13 h. ago Scottish Comedian Marc Jennings announces extra Fringe shows due to huge demand

With the rest of Marc Jennings’ shows this week sold out and very limited availability for next week, Monkey Barrel Comedy have added a second extra show at 10.40pm on Saturday, August 16. Book now - this will sell out fast too.

Culture

13 h. ago Fringe in full colour: Let your favourite colour guide your festival picks

With nearly 4,000 shows to choose from at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, deciding where to begin can be overwhelming. Do you search online? Trust the flyerer on the Mile? Or maybe you let your favourite colour make the call.

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14 h. ago Four Star Comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025: 17 acclaimed shows you can still get tickets to see this weekend

Looking for some comedy at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this weekend? We’ve got you covered.

Sport

14 h. ago Touching moment Edinburgh Oasis fan scatters best pal's ashes at Murrayfield gig

A video on TikTok has gone viral of the man making a touching tribute to his loved one at the Edinburgh Oasis show.

Politics

14 h. ago Wintry chills and an alter ego in Edinburgh, plus surreal toys in London – the week in art

Wintry chills and an alter ego in Edinburgh, plus surreal toys in London – the week in art  The Guardian

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14 h. ago Edinburgh’s couple acts: the fringe duos starring together – and even getting married on stage

Love is in the air on the fringe as romantic partners put their private lives in the spotlight through daft sketches, acrobatics, folk songs – and a real weddingSome people blow their wedding budget in Las Vegas or on Venice’s Grand Canal. But the actors and writers Linus Karp and Joseph Martin will be tying the knot at the Edinburgh fringe, walking down the aisle of the Pleasance Grand on Saturday. Tickets to attend are £12 a pop – and they hope to avoid getting star ratings. Continue reading...

Politics

14 h. ago Charity rowers MP mistook for migrants complete first leg of journey

Row4MND is aiming to raise £57 million for research into motor neurone disease with a series of four epic rows over four years.

Events

15 h. ago Dan Gunn on reconstructing the life of Muriel Sparks through letters

Few people have immersed themselves in the lives of great writers as thoroughly as Edinburgh-born academic Dan Gunn.

Politics

15 h. ago Dan Gunn on reconstructing the life of Muriel Spark through letters

Few people have immersed themselves in the lives of great writers as thoroughly as Edinburgh-born academic Dan Gunn.

Politics