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African objects used for ceremonies and defence, part of the David Livingstone Birthplace collection (Photo: Kat Gollock)

David Livingstone Birthplace Museum set to re-open

The David Livingstone Birthplace in South Lanarkshire is to reopen on Wednesday July 28. Home to one of Scotland’s most famous explorers, the museum will...

Fascinating tales from a shipwreck hunter

Treasure Islands: True Tales of a Shipwreck Hunter is a thrilling memoir. Alec Crawford recalls some of his most memorable dives from his time as...

When lairds had their private railway stations

When compared to other books of its kind, Lairds in Waiting stands out. It focuses on the private railway stations and waiting rooms situated along...
Damon Albarn (Photo: Linda Brownlee)

Edinburgh International Festival unveils line-up

Edinburgh International Festival, the world’s leading performing arts festival, pioneers the return of live performance in Scotland. From August 7–29 it will feature a diverse...

Longlist revealed for Bloody Scotland prize

Five years ago the Scottish Crime Book of the Year Award was renamed the McIlvanney Prize in memory of William McIlvanney. This year his final...

Digital buzz in a week-long arts programme

Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre are presenting the Digital Buzz Festival, a week-long programme celebrating the creative output of the various performing arts groups...


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