Scientists warn of world beer crisis amid global warming
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Climate change threatens the world with drought, rising sea levels, powerful storms - and a global beer crisis, say researchers.
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Rising stars of world literature to create work in Edinburgh
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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
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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
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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
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Scottish actor Richard Madden is expected to be announced as the next James Bond, according to reports.
Review: Mazda6
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Garry Knox, 50, sleeping rough on the streets of Edinburgh, says having a book to read is “like having an extra blanket.”
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