Scientists warn of world beer crisis amid global warming 15 Oct 2018 16:59 Living by the Sword Climate change threatens the world with drought, rising sea levels, powerful storms - and a global beer crisis, say researchers.
Rising stars of world literature to create work in Edinburgh 15 Oct 2018 05:00 Living by the Sword International writers are set for a high-profile residency to immerse themselves in Edinburgh each year as part of a project launched to celebrate its status as the world’s first Unesco City of Literature.
Shot of icy Glencoe wins landscape photographer of the year 15 Oct 2018 05:00 Living by the Sword A striking shot of shards of ice on a bitterly cold morning in Glencoe has scooped the top prize in this year’s Landscape Photographer of the Year Award.
13th century castle brought back to life as Airbnb accommodation 15 Oct 2018 05:00 Living by the Sword A medieval castle said to have provided the inspiration for one of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s best-known buildings has been transformed into one the nation’s most historic Airbnb properties.
Scottish actor Richard Madden expected to be next James Bond 14 Oct 2018 13:16 Living by the Sword Scottish actor Richard Madden is expected to be announced as the next James Bond, according to reports.
Review: Mazda6 13 Oct 2018 22:44 Living by the Sword Mazda has given its 6 saloon and Tourer estate a tweak in quality and styling. This fine-looking car dates from 2012. The latest facelift is intended to keep it on the boil – in a sector which this decade has been dominated by the premium marques from Germany.
Leader comment: It’s time for Hollywood treatment of Bash Street Kids 13 Oct 2018 05:00 Living by the Sword There’s been a lot of good news about Dundee of late – the opening of the V&A museum, being dubbed Scotland’ “coolest” city and listed as one of the hottest tourist attractions in the world by the likes of The Wall Street Journal.
From o’erswak to whutterick-fuffing: 10 old Scots nature words that deserve to return to common usage 12 Oct 2018 17:01 Living by the Sword Last autumn, the author and academic Robert Macfarlane teamed up with illustrator Jackie Morris to produce a true book for our times: The Lost Words. Intended to be read by both adults and children (and by adults and children together)...
Three scenic drives in Scotland named amongst best in UK 12 Oct 2018 14:23 Living by the Sword Three of the top five most scenic drives in the UK can be found in Scotland, according to new research.
Storm Callum: All CalMac sailings either cancelled or delayed 12 Oct 2018 11:10 Living by the Sword Ferry passengers in Scotland are facing major disruption today with every one of CalMac's sailings either cancelled or subject to delays.
Aussie wife hits £6000 target needed to stay in Edinburgh 12 Oct 2018 09:16 Living by the Sword An Australian woman who has lived and worked in Edinburgh for seven years has raised the £6,000 she needs to avoid being kicked out of the UK.
Fair Isle gets 24-hour electricity for the first time 11 Oct 2018 23:01 Living by the Sword There will be no more scrabbling for torches or lighting candles in the night on Fair Isle as the island gets a 24-hour electricity supply for the first time.
It’s a dog’s life for traditional canine breeds 11 Oct 2018 20:51 Living by the Sword Celebrities and social media may be driving once-popular dog breeds into extinction, as new owners demand “fashionable” breeds inspired by famous owners.
Edinburgh heritage boss apologises for ‘misleading’ photograph 11 Oct 2018 19:48 Living by the Sword The boss of a heritage group opposed to plans to turn Edinburgh’s old Royal High School into a luxury hotel has apologised after admitting doctoring an image of the scheme and presenting it at a public meeting.
Thrillers, dramas and chick lit - free books wing their way to rough sleepers 11 Oct 2018 18:20 Living by the Sword Garry Knox, 50, sleeping rough on the streets of Edinburgh, says having a book to read is “like having an extra blanket.”