9 h. ago Scotland's 'whisky island' named top travel destination in Europe for 2026

It is home to many of the world's top distilleries.

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31 h. ago Badenoch warns of ‘oil and gas emergency’ in call for new drilling

The Conservative leader travelled to the north-east of Scotland to launch her party’s new campaign to end the moratorium on new oil and gas licences.

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32 h. ago Police searching for missing man believe he may have travelled to Scotland

Eugen may have travelled up north after vanishing from his home in Surrey, with worries now mounting for his welfare.

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52 h. ago A booming wild sauna culture is transforming how people explore the Scottish outdoors

Can Scotland compete with the sauna-loving Nordic and Baltic countries? Julia Clarke heads to the coast to find out

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53 h. ago BBC presenter dies aged 86 as tributes pour in for 'huge cultural icon'

Beloved broadcaster Archie Fisher presented on BBC Radio Scotland's Travelling Folk programme from 1983 until 2010 and was also an influential Scottish folk musician

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3 d. ago Police search for missing teenage boy who vanished from Inverness

Finlay Mackenzie, 14, was last seen just after 8am on Monday, November 3.

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7 d. ago Scotland village dubbed 'hardest to reach' that is home to a 'perfect' pub

Inverie has a population of less than 300 and is only accessible by boat or walking, with the nearest 24-hour pub a two-mile trek. But is it worth it? All signs point to yes

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8 d. ago The young local talent breathing new life into the Isle of Skye’s food scene

A new generation of chefs and distillers are showcasing the Hebridean island’s outstanding produce and creating jobs for fellow islandersWith its dramatic, rugged mountain skyline, winding roads and ever-changing weather, the Isle of Skye has long appealed to lovers of the wild. Over the last decade, however, the largest island in the Inner Hebrides has been drawing visitors for other reasons – its dynamic food and drink scene. Leading the way are young Sgitheanach (people from Skye) with a global outlook but a commitment to local, sustainable ingredients. It’s also the result of an engaged community keen to create good, year-round jobs that keep young people on the island.Calum Montgomery is Skye born and bred, and he’s passionate about showcasing the island’s larder on his menus at Edinbane Lodge. “If someone is coming to Skye I want them to appreciate the landscape, but also the quality of our produce,” he says. “Our mussels, lobster, scallops and crab are second to none.” Montgo...

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1 week ago How much are tourist taxes in the UK and where are they charged?

Exclusive: The mayor of Liverpool would like to see visitor levies expanded across the city

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1 week ago Free bus pass update as Department for Transport responds amid age change call

Calls are growing for more people to get concessionary bus travel in England - to bring it into line with Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

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1 week ago Scottish city is 'autumnal dreamland' with beautiful walking spots for all seasons

One beautiful Scottish city is particularly special during autumn when the leaves start to change colour.

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1 week ago 10 best hotels in Perth for escapes to the historic Scottish city

Escape to the Fair City this year and stay in Perth’s best hotels, found in old country houses to Scottish palaces

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2 w. ago Police launch urgent search for two missing Greater Manchester teenagers last seen at McDonald's

Police believe the pair are together

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2 w. ago Search continues for missing pregnant woman as Greater Manchester Police renew appeal

An urgent appeal has been issued

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2 w. ago Police hunting for missing Berlin schoolgirl who vanished six years ago aged 15 'will search grandparents' home'

Rebecca Reusch (pictured), 15, from the German capital, disappeared in February 2019 while visiting her sister and brother-in-law at their home in the Britz suburb of the city.

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2 w. ago Police searching for missing teen Rebecca Reusch scour grandparent's home

Rebecca Reusch, 15, vanished after visiting her sister and brother-in-law back in 2019 - now police are carrying out a search where they believe her remains could be

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2 w. ago South Uist crash: Police search for passenger missing after car crash

"We are appealing to anyone who has seen Iain.”

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2 w. ago Philadelphia police find human remains in search for missing woman

Philadelphia police have found human remains near where investigators were searching for a 23-year-old woman who disappeared from her nursing home job about two weeks ago

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2 w. ago Body found in water amid search for woman missing from Perth

Police have been searching for Lucy Sheldon who was reported missing yesterday.

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2 w. ago Teenage girl missing from Scots town as police launch search

Clare Degale vanished in the Harlaw Road area of Inverurie.

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