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Edinburgh police release image of man after attempted robberies on city centre street
Officers have now revealed CCTV images of a man following the incidents which occurred on Blair Street and Grassmarket within the city centre on Thursday, April 25.
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East Lothian couple lost £5,000 when they axed wedding 'their family wanted'
weddings
Jamie and David Swan, from Musselburgh had planned to get married at the prestigious Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate in their hometown.
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Inside Edinburgh's tough Saughton prison where inmates do yoga 'to escape'
Saughton Prison
We were invited down to sit in on some of the Mental Health Awareness Week activities that were being carried out by the Scottish Prison Service at HMP Edinburgh.
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Midlothian pupil seen 'brandishing knife' as police swoop on school
Police Scotland
A parent at the secondary school has expressed their concern after hearing of the incident, with a pupil being charged by police in connection with various offences.
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Edinburgh welcomes 'lavish and moody' rooftop bar with incredible skyline views
Edinburgh bars and pubs
Lochrin has opened up their doors within Moxy Fountainbridge, offering up a "warm and cosy" drinking spot with incredible skyline views over the city and unique cocktails.
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Major Edinburgh airline increases flights to summer destination as demand surges
Edinburgh Airport
As the holiday season approaches, Edinburgh Airport is gearing up for one of the busiest periods in recent years with a higher demand leading to many airlines increasing services to and from the capital
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NHS Lothian 'sorry' after deaf Edinburgh tourist had to wait for interpreter at A&E
NHS Lothian
Gary collapsed while visiting the capital and was transported to the Royal Infirmary where he asked for an interpreter. After becoming distressed when one wasn't available, he was allegedly cuffed by police
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Meghan Markle knows one move that would 'sell millions' but horrifies King Charles
Royal Family
Meghan Markle knows the one major move she could easily make that would "sell millions" and make her a ton of cash - but King Charles is "filled with horror" at the idea, according to a Royal expert
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Daughter horrified after Scottish funeral firm hand over ashes of 'complete stranger'
Real Life
Anne Gibson, 66, claims she was handed a box of ashes from A Milne Funeral Directors that contained the ashes of a 'complete stranger' five months after her mum's funeral.
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Edinburgh Meadows to George Street revamp will see less cars, more pavements and cycle lanes
Traffic and Travel
Plans have been proposed that will see pavements widened and ‘decluttered' along George Street and up to the Meadows. Locals are being encouraged to comment on the proposed plans that would stop traffic in the area.
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Edinburgh mum opens up on 'heartbreaking' moment premature twins were taken away
Health
Veronika Walker, 34, is organising the upcoming Miss GB Edinburgh event - raising funds for two charities that are incredibly close to her heart, and have been there when she need them most.
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Much-loved Edinburgh yoga studio announces closure as locals reminisce on 'second home'
Business
Meadowlark has announced their last day of business will be on May 31, as locals reacted to the news that the much-loved spot - which has been running for 12 years - is coming to an end.
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Vile Edinburgh man burned woman with lighter at Cameron Toll shopping centre
Courts
Martin Fleming made the youngster place their head into the sick and demanded they run up and down a set of stairs while they were unwell at an address in Edinburgh.
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Real Baby Reindeer Martha shares identity and claims she 'did not do jail time'
TV
Fiona Harvey, a Scottish lawyer, has claimed she did not do jail time and that her life will never be the same following the release of Baby Reindeer on streaming giant Netflix.
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West Lothian man with links to Edinburgh vanishes as police launch urgent appeal
West Lothian
Craig Duncan, 46, was last seen in the Columbia Avenue area of Livingston, and is understood to have travelled towards Alderstone Road shortly after he was last sighted.
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Join Edinburgh Live's WhatsApp community for breaking news and top headlines
In The News
Edinburgh Live is launching a WhatsApp community where you will receive the latest news and top headlines straight to your phone.
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Plush Edinburgh millionaire mansion with indoor swimming pool hits the market
Property
Located in the idyllic community of Barnton, this five-bed mansion comes with an extensive garden that looks onto a prestigious golf course in the north of the capital.
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Health
Edinburgh man in desperate plea for kidney donor after 'life turned upside down'
Tom Plenderleath was given the diagnosis at just age 12 but he did not begin to suffer from life changing symptoms until around six months ago when his life took a complete '180.'
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Edinburgh mum 'loses job and friends' as rib pain turns to nightmare diagnosis
People
Angelika Blaszczykiewicz, 33, is hoping that she will be able to raise the vital funds needed for surgery to combat her endometriosis diagnosis which she has struggled with since 2019.
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Scottish benefits cheat 'filmed on 5K run' after claiming she could barely walk
Crime
Bond was jailed for two years for conning nearly £70,000 from taxpayers after claiming she could barely walk unaided. However, a DWP surveillance team rumbled the 49-year-old after catching her jogging regularly
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Edinburgh motorists face severe delays after M8 collision leads to massive tailback
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Those leaving Edinburgh and heading along the M8 westbound can expect to experience significant delays as Traffic Scotland cameras show tailbacks following a road traffic collision.
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Edinburgh police warn public 'to be vigilant' following Taylor Swift ticket scams
Murrayfield Stadium
It's understood that the amount of money to have been fraudulently paid is estimated at over £5,000 between Edinburgh, Lothian and Borders, Aberdeen and Lanarkshire areas
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Enter our £1,000 Aldi voucher giveaway and go wild in the aisles
Shopping
Ten lucky winners could each be walking away with a cool £100 to spend in Aldi thanks to our fantastic competition
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Former Edinburgh schoolboys to turn 'childhood abuse into something positive'
Edinburgh News
Last year Giles Moffat, 51, was a former pupil at Edinburgh Academy and gave evidence at the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry. He now wants to turn his negative childhood experiences into something positive by raising money for the NSPCC and awareness of the impact of abuse.
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Edinburgh RNLI crews set to appear on popular documentary series after brave rescue
TV
Queensferry RNLI are set to appear in the ninth series of BBC's Saving Lives at Sea on Tuesday, April 9, following a rescue mission at Cramond Island
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East Lothian shop disturbance sees police swoop on high street as man 'warned'
Police Scotland
Police swooped on a busy high street following a report of a disturbance nearby as several marked cars were pictured at the side of the road with officers speaking to an individual
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Edinburgh Council car wiped out by pothole as resident claims 'poetic justice'
The City of Edinburgh Council
A motorist has shared images of a council car having its front tyre blown out by a massive pot hole that has been inflicting damage on the vehicles of locals for several weeks.
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Win a £200 Wickes voucher to celebrate the launch of Kimberley Walsh's new paint
Things To Do
Transform your home this spring by entering our fantastic competition to win one of 10 £200 Wickes vouchers to celebrate the launch of Kimberley Walsh’s new paint Subtle Sage
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The inspiring Edinburgh charity providing mental health support for locals
Mental health
The centre provides a non-clinical safe space for people with mental health conditions to socialise and engage in creative activities such as art and music making.
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Edinburgh set for £80m multi-storey block of student flats and residential homes
Leith
Ocean Point 2 has officially been approved by councillors, subject to conditions, more than a year after the proposals were revealed for hundreds of student flats and residential family homes
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Edinburgh high school students evacuated following reports of 'gas smell'
Education
Science pupils at Liberton High School were removed from the classroom following a gas smell at around 10am on Wednesday, May 15 with Scottish Gas present to carry out safety checks.
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Edinburgh locals slam 'inconsiderate' driver for parking at bus stop
Traffic and Travel
One motorist has been spotted parking within a city centre bus stop leaving locals both raging and amused with one person branding the decision as "inconsiderate".
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Edinburgh crowds flock to Calton Hill for Beltane Fire Festival and 'start of summer'
The Beltane Fire Festival was held on Calton Hill in Edinburgh on Tuesday, marking the end of the colder seasons and the beginning of summer with performers, drummers and fire.
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Edinburgh Hibs fans on what's next for club after sacking manager
Hibernian FC
The heavy home defeat was the final straw for Hibs' owners who duly called time on Montgomery's reign - but what next for the Easter Road outfit? We asked fans for their views.
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Edinburgh filming locations for Ian Rankin's BBC series Inspector Rebus
BBC
The much-loved Inspector Rebus novels have been transformed into a BBC series, filmed right here in "dark and brooding" Edinburgh and set to premiere on May 17.
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West Lothian prisoner dies behind bars as his son says 'there is a place in hell for him'
West Lothian
John Andrew Ballantyne was told that his dad had died behind bars in HMP Addiewell and said that he felt "anger rising up inside him" as he hoped he would be able to confront him one day
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Midlothian motorcyclist rushed to hospital following two-vehicle road crash
Midlothian
The crash took place on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 with emergency services racing to the scene. A 54-year-old motorcyclist was rushed to hospital for treatment.
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Edinburgh mum 'angry' as masked off-road biker gang torment locals at park
The Meadows
Following an incident on Saturday afternoon with a pair of youths reportedly shouting abuse at locals, one mum who visited the previous day also had to leave amid fears over her safety at the beauty spot
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East Lothian man, 22, arrested and charged following disturbance within property
East Lothian
Police swooped to the scene of the incident at around 9.30pm on Monday, May 13, after being made aware of an alleged disturbance within a property.
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Brazen Scottish dine and dash couple laugh as they 'flee cafe without paying bill'
Crime
The couple are also said to have 'created a mess' in the shop's toilet before brazenly leaving without paying as Davie's Cafe and Ice Cream Parlour in Dundee took to Facebook to warn others.
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Mortified mum and daughter 'thrown out Asda' after complaint about their clothing
Shopping
Chantell Humphreys and her daughter Isabelle were left feeling 'totally insulted' after being asked to leave Asda in Broadstairs, Kent, because of what they were wearing
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Gutted West Lothian dad hit with '£50,000 of repairs' after grim discovery at home
West Lothian
Colin Witherspoon discovered RAAC in his home after receiving a letter from West Lothian Council to have an inspection carried out at the property. He now faces repair costs of £30-50,000.
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Majorca police ordered to 'arrest' UK tourists over little-known clothing rule
Traffic and Travel
Locals have demanded a holidaymaker shopping in Majorca in tight green trunks is arrested for breaking the strict swimwear laws, as pictured by Majorca Daily Bulletin
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Princess Charlotte's sassy response when an aide tried to help her with a sweet gift
Kate Middleton
Princess Charlotte has always been a confident little girl, with her mum Kate Middleton once admitting that her daughter is 'the one in charge' - and she's not afraid to show it
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Young Edinburgh footballer with rare condition suddenly left paralysed from waist down
Sick Kids
The condition left the 10-year-old unable to walk as she spent a gruelling 46 days at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children where she underwent rehabilitation twice a day to regain the use of her legs.
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Edinburgh businessman diagnosed with bipolar at 41 - after life of being 'brushed off'
Health
Mark Paul Buckingham, who is chair of the board of trustees at Bipolar Scotland, said that more must be done to battle the misdiagnosis crisis impacting those living with bipolar.
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Edinburgh waiter swaps serving diners to dodging mines as he volunteers in Ukraine
Ukraine
David Sharkey will return to the frontline of Ukraine to try to deliver vital aid to the only rehabilitation centre east of Dnipro later this year on June 7 2024.
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Edinburgh woman gobsmacked as she's told 'change your hair' during job interview
Real Life
Sarah Anderson, 33, has been a hairdresser and barber for 15 years claims she was told to change one major thing about her appearance at a recent interview.
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Missing schoolgirl, 12, may have travelled to Edinburgh from Glasgow
Missing People
Police Scotland are appealing for information on the whereabouts of Maddison Faulds, 12, who may have travelled to the capital. Officers are growing concerned for her welfare
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New images give sneak peek of Edinburgh King's Theatre after huge makeover
Entertainment
The beloved redevelopment of the King's Theatre is 50 per cent complete. With the end of the demolition work in sight, we've been given a sneak peek into the work done so far.
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Edinburgh GP opens menopause and contraception clinic to offer locals a 'one stop shop'
NHS
Dr Catherine Smith, 45, has made the decision to start up her own clinic to provide "good quality care" to female patients looking to get easier access to contraception and menopause advice
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Edinburgh police looking to speak to 'stocky man' after 'incident in graveyard'
Police Scotland
Officers believe the man in the image could assist them in their ongoing enquiries after reports of a robbery in the city centre. Police are encouraging anyone with information.
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Keep chilly mornings and nights at bay this spring with Lekto Fire Logs
Partner Stories
Pop one into your stove or burner and keep things toasty for three hours until the outside temperature catches up
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The top baby names for Edinburgh and the Lothians in 2023 confirmed
Real Life
The most popular baby names in Scotland have had some changes with the top spot for boys in Edinburgh being Leo and Isla for girls
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Taylor Swift Eras Edinburgh Murrayfield tickets still available - how to get them
Music
Taylor Swift's Eras tour is set to kick off in the UK in less than a month, with shows in Edinburgh, Liverpool, Cardiff, and London all selling out almost immediately after going on sale
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Scottish mum hopes inquiry into death of teenage son will prevent more tragedy
Health
Teenager Harris Macdonnell was admitted to a an adult psychiatric ward at the age of 16 and diagnosed with autism. He then took his life just a short few years later.
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Edinburgh set for huge pop-up thrift market event with live music, food and bar
Shopping
A massive thrift market is coming to Edinburgh where locals can swap their unloved clothes for something unique to freshen up their wardrobes. Along with giveaways, there will also be street food, art classes, and live music.
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Work begins on affordable homes in Edinburgh after council declares housing emergency
The City of Edinburgh Council
12 new homes will be built in Blackford after the local council declared a housing emergency. This will mark the area's first affordable housing development built in 60 years
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East Lothian masseur groped two clients during treatment sessions at his clinic
Crime
Gavin Murray has been placed on the sex offenders register after it was found that he had sexually assaulted two of his female clients by groping their breasts.
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Edinburgh University student's family 'scammed' trying to rescue sister from Gaza
University of Edinburgh
An Edinburgh University student who is a Palestinian-Ukrainian national has spoken about her frantic efforts to rescue her younger sister from Gaza as she fears for her life.
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Edinburgh locals to get a glimpse of mega warship as it sails down the Forth
Armed Forces
HMS Queen Elizabeth has officially set sail for Rosyth after pulling out of a NATO exercise last month following a routine inspection of the vessel that revealed problems.
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Family of murdered teen Jodi Jones say Midlothian killer should 'never be free'
Edinburgh News
Luke Mitchell has continued to plead his innocence. Jodi Jones's family said it proved he wasn't ready for parole and that "he shouldn't be set free" until he admits his guilt
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Keep chilly mornings and nights at bay this spring with Lekto Fire Logs
Partner Stories
Pop one into your stove or burner and keep things toasty for three hours until the outside temperature catches up
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Asda launches four for £10 offer on large Easter eggs - choose from Twirl, Creme Egg, Aero, Maltesers and more
Shopping
Pick and choose from a selection of large chocolate shells
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Edinburgh landlords are charging five-figure sums for properties during Festival Fringe
Edinburgh City Centre
Analysis of stays throughout the year compared to advertised bookings specifically in the month of August show a surge in prices - in one case an eye-watering 1,500 per cent increase.
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Plans for dozens of new Edinburgh homes next to busy road on outskirts of city
The City of Edinburgh Council
The two buildings will vary in size with eight three-bedroom flats and 16 two-bedroom flats making up the proposed number of 24 new homes which have been reviewed by the Scottish Government
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Plans for huge Edinburgh development including sport pitches, care home and shops
The City of Edinburgh Council
A pre-application notice has been issued to the council and local councillors on behalf of AMA Ltd and Calton Planning and Development for a huge new 'masterplan' on the outskirts of the city
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Edinburgh plane in dramatic midair U-turn as emergency ground crews scrambled
Edinburgh Airport
Flight LM381 left the city for Bergen, Norway, at around 1.33pm on Tuesday afternoon but was forced to divert back to Edinburgh due to a suspected issue with the aircraft
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Property
Edinburgh Pentland millionaire mansion with private tennis court hits market
A spectacular mansion home located on the outskirts of Edinburgh has stormed onto the market with six-bedrooms and five-bathrooms as well as an outdoor tennis court.
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West Lothian man jailed for life after murdering friend 'he fell out with'
Crime
John Young was sentenced to jail for life on Tuesday, May 14, for the murder of James Hynes, 46, after he was found seriously injured outside an address in Jackson Place, Livingston.
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Caring Midlothian twin, seven, to run marathon race for charity that helped sister
Edinburgh Marathon
A caring seven-year-old girl is about to embark on her first ever run at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in order to raise money for charity Eczema Outreach Support that helped her twin sister.
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West Lothian schoolboys to run 5K in memory of pal who died from brain tumour
West Lothian
Jack Lees from West Lothian was just 11 when the cancerous mass was found inside his skull in 2022 and went through gruelling rounds of chemotherapy at Sick Kids in Edinburgh.
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Talented West Lothian siblings eye up Olympics after representing Scotland in championship
West Lothian
Stella and Murdo from Livingston both started judo at the age of four and six, and since then have competed in different competitions and earned various medals through their talents.
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Edinburgh News
Courts
Secondary school teacher attacked fellow choir singer in Edinburgh
Salvation Army choir member Dean Bromage's teaching career and church involvement lay in tatters after he was found guilty of sexually assaulting a trainee minister.
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Peak ScotRail Edinburgh train fares scrapped until end of September
ScotRail
Off-Peak ScotRail fares for Edinburgh passengers will continue to be sold all day up until September as the pilot scheme has been extended throughout the summer and the Festival Fringe.
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Edinburgh housing expert issues urgent advice to renters facing eviction
Homelessness
The emergency legislation banning evictions and rent increases over three per cent was lifted on April 1. Now as renters fear homelessness, Natasha has urgent advice for them.
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Mum-of-22 Sue Radford fumes at husband after 'motorhome incident' near Edinburgh
People
The stars of Channel 5 series 22 Kids were travelling from their Morecambe home to the Scottish coast near Edinburgh when Noel managed to crash their beloved vehicle.
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East Lothian couple lost £5,000 when they axed wedding 'their family wanted'
weddings
Jamie and David Swan, from Musselburgh had planned to get married at the prestigious Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate in their hometown.
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Sky
Sky Mobile is offering new Apple iPad Air and iPad Pro from just £17 a month
Sky Mobile is offering the new Apple iPad Air and iPad Pro on contract, with prices starting from just £17 per month, no upfront fee and 100MB of data included.
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Edinburgh welcomes 'lavish and moody' rooftop bar with incredible skyline views
Edinburgh bars and pubs
Lochrin has opened up their doors within Moxy Fountainbridge, offering up a "warm and cosy" drinking spot with incredible skyline views over the city and unique cocktails.
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Shoppers switch to 'brilliantly cool' summer duvet they say is 'perfect for hot nights'
Shopping
The lighter tog is duvet is great for hot nights and for those who overheat when sleeping
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Weird things we all do and take for granted - from kissing to sleeping
Things To Do
People have been naming the odd things we all seem to think are normal
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'Miracle' £10 hair growth oil that works for eyelashes too helping people transform their looks
Shopping
Men and women say 'people have noticed my hair grow longer and thicker' after using the oil for just a week
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Traffic and Travel
ScotRail
Peak ScotRail Edinburgh train fares scrapped until end of September
Off-Peak ScotRail fares for Edinburgh passengers will continue to be sold all day up until September as the pilot scheme has been extended throughout the summer and the Festival Fringe.
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Edinburgh Meadows to George Street revamp will see less cars, more pavements and cycle lanes
Traffic and Travel
Plans have been proposed that will see pavements widened and ‘decluttered' along George Street and up to the Meadows. Locals are being encouraged to comment on the proposed plans that would stop traffic in the area.
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Edinburgh locals slam 'inconsiderate' driver for parking at bus stop
Traffic and Travel
One motorist has been spotted parking within a city centre bus stop leaving locals both raging and amused with one person branding the decision as "inconsiderate".
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Majorca police ordered to 'arrest' UK tourists over little-known clothing rule
Traffic and Travel
Locals have demanded a holidaymaker shopping in Majorca in tight green trunks is arrested for breaking the strict swimwear laws, as pictured by Majorca Daily Bulletin
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Scottish holidaymakers face fines for what they wear in Spain - including in restaurants
Traffic and Travel
Spain has introduced a number of strict laws for tourists in recent months, including two regarding what people can and can't wear
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Hearts
Heart of Midlothian FC
Edinburgh Hearts superfan shows off house of memorabilia including 'Jambos Bar'
John Cramb is a football mad Hearts fan who has turned his house into a shrine for all things Heart of Midlothian, and he appeared on popular BBC TV show A View from the Terrace to display his collection
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Touching moment Edinburgh football fans erupt into applause in tribute to Hearts super-fan
Heart of Midlothian FC
Thousands of football fans participated in a touching tribute for a Hearts super-fan on Saturday at the teams match against Livingston at Tyncecastle, after Aaron Coltart tragically lost his life in March.
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Edinburgh family organise touching tribute to Hearts super-fan after tragic death
Heart of Midlothian FC
Aaran Coltart, tragically lost his life on March 30, just a few weeks after his 30th birthday. His sister, Vicky, is now hoping to organise a round of applause for him at the Hearts v Livingston game on April 13
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New plans for Edinburgh’s Tynecastle hotel including wedding and party rooms
Heart of Midlothian FC
Tynecastle Park Hotel has given a sneak peek into its latest event facilities. Special guests will be able to make use of the new conference room and club lounge.
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We spent a night at the newly opened Hearts hotel and were taken aback by what we found
Heart of Midlothian FC
Throughout the stay, my friend and I both commented that you at times forgot you were staying in a major Scottish Premiership sides stadium, due to the professional service and luxurious decor.
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Hibs
Hibernian FC
Edinburgh Hibs fans on what's next for club after sacking manager
The heavy home defeat was the final straw for Hibs' owners who duly called time on Montgomery's reign - but what next for the Easter Road outfit? We asked fans for their views.
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Nick Montgomery sacked by Hibs after just eight months in charge
Hibernian FC
Nick Montgomery has been sacked by Hibs after just eight months in charge following the 4-0 humiliation to Aberdeen on Sunday afternoon
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Man, 27, charged over alleged racial abuse during Ross County vs Hibs
Police Scotland
Police Scotland have said that a 27-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly racially abusing Ross County player Yan Dhanda during the Highland side's clash against Hibs.
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Former Edinburgh Hibs star drunkenly lashed out during struggle with police
Easter
The former Hibs footballer lashed out with his arms and legs in an attempt to evade arrest after officers had been called out to remove him from a property in Leith back in February.
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The forgotten Edinburgh pub so rough they had to sell beer in plastic cups
People
The Gunner, at the end of Pennywell Road in Muirhouse, was a fearsome place to drink and was known for its violence - and the fact it had no windows
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Salt and Sauce
People with perfect vision struggle to see woman in 'frustrating' optical illusion
A confusing optical illusion has left people scratching their heads, and even those with perfect vision are struggling to see the "creepy" hidden image in the picture.
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The optical illusion that only two per cent of people can spot the hidden images in
Salt and Sauce
An optical illusion is baffling people online, with only two per cent of people able to spot the hidden images within it - after it was originally created by Ukrainian artist Oleg Shupliak.
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25 of the best words that have a totally different meaning in Scotland
Salt and Sauce
Often confusing visitors, there are some fantastic slang phrases out there, some which are only used in Edinburgh, and others which span throughout the country.
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The Edinburgh attractions you'll definitely have visited if you grew up in the 00s
Salt and Sauce
From 'chaos rules' parties at the Logy Gym to sticking your hand in the iceberg at Dynamic Earth, you definitely weren't an Edinburgh 00s kid if you can't check off a few of these.
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Edinburgh homeowner in stitches as squirrel clambers inside top bathroom window
Animals
The Edinburgh resident was more than surprised to discover the grey squirrel had made it's way up to the first floor and in through the bathroom window this week.
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UK and World News
Royal Family
Meghan Markle knows one move that would 'sell millions' but horrifies King Charles
Meghan Markle knows the one major move she could easily make that would "sell millions" and make her a ton of cash - but King Charles is "filled with horror" at the idea, according to a Royal expert
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Daughter horrified after Scottish funeral firm hand over ashes of 'complete stranger'
Real Life
Anne Gibson, 66, claims she was handed a box of ashes from A Milne Funeral Directors that contained the ashes of a 'complete stranger' five months after her mum's funeral.
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Determined lad struggling to get on property ladder builds £15k home in parents garage
Property
He started the build in January 2023 and took eight months to complete the work - with tips he picked up on YouTube. Josh had initially struggled to get himself on the property ladder
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Mortified mum and daughter 'thrown out of Asda' after complaint about their clothing
Shopping
Chantell Humphreys and her daughter Isabelle were left feeling 'totally insulted' after being asked to leave Asda in Broadstairs, Kent, because of what they were wearing
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Taylor Swift Eras Edinburgh Murrayfield tickets still available - how to get them
Music
Taylor Swift's Eras tour is set to kick off in the UK in less than a month, with shows in Edinburgh, Liverpool, Cardiff, and London all selling out almost immediately after going on sale
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Mum-of-22 Sue Radford fumes at husband after 'motorhome incident' near Edinburgh
The stars of Channel 5 series 22 Kids were travelling from their Morecambe home to the Scottish coast near Edinburgh when Noel managed to crash their beloved vehicle.
East Lothian couple lost £5,000 when they axed wedding 'their family wanted'
weddings
Jamie and David Swan, from Musselburgh had planned to get married at the prestigious Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate in their hometown.
Meghan Markle knows one move that would 'sell millions' but horrifies King Charles
Royal Family
Meghan Markle knows the one major move she could easily make that would "sell millions" and make her a ton of cash - but King Charles is "filled with horror" at the idea, according to a Royal expert
Edinburgh police release image of man after attempted robberies on city centre street
Police Scotland
Officers have now revealed CCTV images of a man following the incidents which occurred on Blair Street and Grassmarket within the city centre on Thursday, April 25.
West Lothian thieves 'force themselves' into property and steal two cars from driveway
West Lothian
West Lothian police are appealing for those with information following the theft of the two car vehicles to come forward to help officers with their investigation.
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Foreign Office updates Turkey advice as Scottish tourists told 'leave the area'
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Turkey, one of the UK's most popular holiday destinations, with warnings about terrorism, crime and political demonstrations
Edinburgh police release image of man after attempted robberies on city centre street
Police Scotland
Officers have now revealed CCTV images of a man following the incidents which occurred on Blair Street and Grassmarket within the city centre on Thursday, April 25.
East Lothian couple lost £5,000 when they axed wedding 'their family wanted'
weddings
Jamie and David Swan, from Musselburgh had planned to get married at the prestigious Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate in their hometown.
Mortified mum and daughter 'thrown out of Asda' after complaint about their clothing
Shopping
Chantell Humphreys and her daughter Isabelle were left feeling 'totally insulted' after being asked to leave Asda in Broadstairs, Kent, because of what they were wearing
NHS Lothian 'sorry' after deaf Edinburgh tourist had to wait for interpreter at A&E
NHS Lothian
Gary collapsed while visiting the capital and was transported to the Royal Infirmary where he asked for an interpreter. After becoming distressed when one wasn't available, he was allegedly cuffed by police
People
Mum-of-22 Sue Radford fumes at husband after 'motorhome incident' near Edinburgh
The stars of Channel 5 series 22 Kids were travelling from their Morecambe home to the Scottish coast near Edinburgh when Noel managed to crash their beloved vehicle.
Edinburgh welcomes 'lavish and moody' rooftop bar with incredible skyline views
Edinburgh bars and pubs
Lochrin has opened up their doors within Moxy Fountainbridge, offering up a "warm and cosy" drinking spot with incredible skyline views over the city and unique cocktails.
East Lothian couple lost £5,000 when they axed wedding 'their family wanted'
weddings
Jamie and David Swan, from Musselburgh had planned to get married at the prestigious Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate in their hometown.
Meghan Markle knows one move that would 'sell millions' but horrifies King Charles
Royal Family
Meghan Markle knows the one major move she could easily make that would "sell millions" and make her a ton of cash - but King Charles is "filled with horror" at the idea, according to a Royal expert
Edinburgh police release image of man after attempted robberies on city centre street
Police Scotland
Officers have now revealed CCTV images of a man following the incidents which occurred on Blair Street and Grassmarket within the city centre on Thursday, April 25.