3 d. ago Mother calls for answers after son’s suicide over university grades error

Ethan Brown took his life on the day he would have been due to graduate.

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3 d. ago Tiny UK seaside town with independent shops that have lasted a century

It was named as the most beautiful high street in Scotland in a public vote in 2019

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3 d. ago I went on a foraging walk at one of Scotland's most picturesque spots

A weekend foraging walk on Scotland’s beautiful west coast makes for an ideal slow Sunday, finds Rosalind Erskine.

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5 d. ago Beautiful Scots village to hosts events filled with 'mystery and starlit wonder' this autumn

New Lanark is offering a thrilling mix of creativity, mystery and starlit wonder this autumn.

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6 d. ago The little town in Scotland with the most beautiful high street in the country

The small island town was named the most beautiful high street in Scotland in 2019, and it's not hard to see why - the picturesque seaside town is full of thriving independent businesses

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8 d. ago Lanarkshire groups honoured at Keep Scotland Beautiful awards

Brighter Bothwell and Glenboig development trust were both recognised

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1 week ago 'Magical' Scottish woodland is perfect spot for autumn trip that is fun for entire family

A stunning woodland garden in Scotland has been named one of the UK's most beautiful gardens and it's perfect for an autumn day out with the family

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2 w. ago East Kilbride optometrist honoured for years of service by Specsavers founders

Faayza Haq is one of only five Specsavers optometrists from across the UK and the Republic of Ireland to receive the Doug Perkins medal for clinical excellence this year.

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2 w. ago Scotland's Best Buildings: 13 of the most beautiful buildings in Scotland

What is the most beautiful building in Scotland? There are hundreds across the country - but we’ve put together a list of 13.

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3 w. ago 'We boarded world's most beautiful train in Scotland and one thing floored us'

While on holiday, a family booked on to the Jacobite Train and shared what it's really like to go and see it, saying it's so important that you get to the car park early

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3 w. ago North Lanarkshire honours local heroes at sport and volunteer awards

Now in its tenth year, the awards featured 13 categories that highlight the efforts of coaches, volunteers, schools and organisations who help people get active, learn new skills and feel part of something special.

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3 w. ago Daredevil Scots mum honours late dad in charity skydive for MND Scotland

After her dad lost his life to motor neurone disease (MND), Fiona Drummond has continued to support MND Scotland to help other families affected by this heartbreaking disease.

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3 w. ago Readers Gallery September 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by our readers

Readers Gallery September 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by contributors to The Scotsman Readers Gallery

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4 w. ago Two beautiful Scottish regions named among UK's best destinations for autumn escapes

Scotland has emerged as a top UK destination for autumn getaways, with two beautiful destinations ranked among the country’s best countryside regions.

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4 w. ago 10 beautiful walks in Scotland where you can enjoy the colours of autumn

Autumn is the perfect time to enjoy Scotland’s woodland walks, whether for a day trip or a longer countryside break.

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