2 h. ago Best Beaches in Scotland 2025: Here are the 11 best sandy coastal spots according to online reviews

If you’re heading to the coast this weekend, here are the most perfect places to lie on the sand and stare at the sky.

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7 h. ago Readers' letters: Chief Miekelson's 'bams' appear in many guises today

The Chief’s wise words impress a reader – in particular his synonym for villains

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17 h. ago Caroline Weir: ‘I am not the loudest but I’d like to think I lead by example’

Midfielder wants to win silverware with Real Madrid and inspire girls and boys in Scotland as the SFA launches Galáctica, a documentary about herIn a Dunfermline back garden, a young girl doing keepy-uppies in her No 5 Zidane Real Madrid kit turns, shoots and scores in the bottom corner of a green, handbuilt, wooden board, painted by her dad to mark the outlines of a goal. Her family’s video footage is a reminder that the one club Caroline Weir always wanted to play for was Real Madrid.Fast forward two decades and that same all-white shirt – this time with Weir on the back – hangs on the walls of an Edinburgh cinema as the 29-year-old greets guests attending the premiere of a documentary the Scottish Football Association have made to honour their 108-times-capped midfielder. It feels fitting the film is being released within a fortnight of Weir scoring two decisive late goals in the women’s team’s first el clásico victory over Barcelona. Continue reading...

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44 h. ago Things to do in Scotland this Easter 2025: Here are 7 budget

Here are some great idea to create lasting family memories this Easter.

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49 h. ago 13 rising musicians from Scotland that you need to know about in 2025, including Spyres and Katie Nicoll

Who should you be adding to your Spotify playlist from Scotland’s music scene in 2025?

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50 h. ago What to see in Scotland in 2025: The 25 “Best sights for tourists” according to Scotsman readers

Scotland is on a lot of people’s bucket lists and if that includes you then these are the incredible Scottish locations you have to check out - as recommended by our Scotsman readers.

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50 h. ago When will the Red Arrows return to Scotland with stunning air shows? All 2025 dates confirmed

Before Scotland, the Red Arrows will perform at various UK events, including VE Day and the King's birthday celebrations

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50 h. ago Best Scottish Beaches 2025: These are the 12 best beaches in Scotland

These are the best beaches in Scotland, according to our readers.

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55 h. ago Readers' letters: Labour's push for growth will be stymied by tax hikes

A reader says we need a smaller, leaner state able to take a radical approach to economic policy

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3 d. ago Readers' letters: Library closures in rural Scotland will harm literacy levels

A reader warns there will be consequences for the literacy levels of young people if the spate of library closures continues

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5 d. ago Readers' letters: It's time to accept that the world has changed

A reader suggests its time for the UK to focus on other friendships now that the United States is so unreliable

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6 d. ago Readers' letters: Rachel Reeves has declared war on the most vulnerable in society

A reader brands Rachel Reeves’ welfare cuts immoral and depraved

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6 d. ago Scotland's 'best bakeries' for 2025 named by Good Food Guide

Bakeries from Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Highlands are all included on the roundup.

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6 d. ago Concerts in Scotland 2025: The biggest gigs coming to Scotland this year, from Sam Fender to Kendrick Lamar

With a number of epic concerts having come and gone, 2025 has already been a huge year for music in Scotland - and there’s still far more to come.

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7 d. ago Best Ice Cream in Scotland 2025: Here are 10 exceptional places to pick up a cone

It seems that wherever you live in Scotland you’re not far away from some delicious ice cream.

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7 d. ago When do Scotland play next? Scotland fixture list 2025, World Cup qualifying dates, latest ticket news

Here is when Scotland will play their next game - and when the 2026 World Cup qualifiers will start.

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7 d. ago Readers' Letters: Scotland hobbled by Westminster when it came to Covid PPE

Scotland’s efforts to protect medics and carers early in Covid pandemic were wrecked by Westminster, says reader

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7 d. ago Lady Gaga snubs Scotland in 2025 Mayhem Ball tour and fans aren't happy

Lady Gaga has announced her 2025 arena tour with four UK dates but sadly Scotland did not make the cut.

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7 d. ago Who is Scotland's most valuable footballer 2025? The top 20 Scottish players with the biggest transfer value

Here are the top 20 Scottish players with the highest transfer value in 2025.

Sport

7 d. ago Spring Statement 2025: What it means for Scotland in 6 points

Chancellor Rachel Reeves had moved to alleviate fears cuts could be coming to Scotland’s public services by vowing day-to-day and capital funding will be protected.

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