12 h. ago Perth Museum hosts historic chance to see Mary, Queen of Scots manuscript

The document is believed to be the last letter ever penned, writing to her brother-in-law in France to put her affairs in order, with her execution set six hours later.

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17 h. ago Stanley Baxter dead at 99: Scottish TV funny man who sent up the Pope and Queen dies in London care home

Glasgow-born TV star died on Thursday in a north London care home for entertainment figures

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39 h. ago Last letter of Mary, Queen of Scots written hours before she was beheaded for treason by Elizabeth I is to go on display

Mary wrote to her brother-in-law King Henri III of France at 2am on Wednesday February 8, 1587, just six hours before she was put to death for treason.

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42 h. ago Stephen Miller claims he’s banned by CNN as Trump urges new ownership for network

Miller was asked about the situation by Sean Hannity, who said of his past appearances on CNN: “That was some of the best material we’d ever had on the program, in the history of the program, is you schooling these hosts’

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44 h. ago Last letter of Mary, Queen of Scots from 1587 to go display for first time in decade

A letter written by Mary, Queen of Scots just hours before her execution will go on display for the first time in nearly a decade

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46 h. ago 'Once in a generation' chance to see Mary Queen of Scots last letter in Scottish town

The letter is rarely seen outside of storage

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46 h. ago Mary Queen of Scots’ last letter to go on show for first time in nearly a decade

The last time the 1587 letter went on display people queued along George IV Bridge in Edinburgh for the chance to see it.

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62 h. ago Inside Scott McTominay's new life in Naples with 'Queen of Italy' girlfriend by his side

Scott McTominay has been a revelation on the pitch after he made a switch from Manchester United to Napoli in the summer of 2024

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4 d. ago Conan O’Brien serves up a Beatles geekfest: best podcasts of the week

The big-name US talkshow host goes all Fab Four superfan in this historical take on the lives of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Plus, Naomi Fry delivers a rich deep dive into The Doors’ legacyThe popular show’s two-part special on the Fab Four has, bizarrely, prompted its Beatles sceptic co-host Dominic Sandbrook to refuse to appear. But his mega-starry replacement is Conan O’Brien, in for an engaging chat with Tom Holland through the career of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Their USP? Says Holland: “We’re a history podcast rather than a music podcast so we need to make the case that the Beatles are significant historically.” Alexi DugginsWidely available Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Scott McTominay's stunning WAG dubbed 'Queen of Italy' wows in see

Former Manchester United star Scott McTominay's girlfriend who was the main attraction at the Grand Gala of Football 2025 Awards and it's easy to see why

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6 d. ago Strictly bosses to 'pay tribute to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman with best bits compilation' as duo gear up to host their final show

The iconic presenting duo made history as the BBC's first all-female hosting team, and in October they stunned fans by announcing that this series will be their last.

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9 d. ago Businesswoman who made millions from adult film empire buys historic hotel which once hosted The Beatles

IT once hosted an up and coming new band called The Beatles.

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1 week ago Kate Middleton handed key role ahead of historic state visit

King Charles will host the German president for a historic state visit in Windsor starting tomorrow, marking the third major state visit this year, with a key role for the Prince and Princess of Wales

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2 w. ago Scottish Ballet: The Snow Queen, Edinburgh review: 'not short on sparkle'

Although this production of The Snow Queen has its darker moments, there are enough dancing snowflakes and capering clowns to keep things feeling festive, writes Kelly Apter

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2 w. ago Iconic Ayrshire castle where Mary, Queen of Scots stayed undergoes restoration

The work will preserve the castle for generations to come.

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3 w. ago Chaos as SPFL clash due to be shown live on TV is called off just 15 MINUTES before kick

THE SCOTTISH Championship clash between Queen's Park and Ross County has been postponed - with the officials taking the decision just 15 MINUTES before kick-off. BBC Scotland were all in position to broadcast what promised to be an intriguing battle between two teams fighting it out at the bottom end of the division. But at...

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3 w. ago The Chase star makes 'TV history' leaving Bradley Walsh floored 'this is extraordinary'

The Chase host Bradley Walsh was left stunned as a player made TV history on the ITV quiz show

Culture

3 w. ago My first Royal tour was Charles and Diana's 'miserable' visit to South Korea it wasn't what ended their marriage

Hardman told co-host and historian Kate Williams that coverage of the visit was 'unfair' - although he acknowledged it 'wasn't easy' for the Prince and Princess.

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3 w. ago Freddie Mercury: Queen fans rush for UK Royal Mint commemorative coins that may soar in value

Some versions of the vibrant new coin are already sparking huge interest, and could become future treasures 🎶

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3 w. ago Emotional Countryfile host makes history in 'once in a lifetime' moment

Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin was left stunned after he made history on the BBC show

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