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Red Squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) in oak west coast woodland

New book aims to inspire Scotland’s natural sights

Books

Golden eagles, beavers, ospreys and pine martens will take centre stage in a landmark new conservation book aiming to inspire a sea change in attitudes...

Calling the shots as Calibre film is released

Film & TV | Scotland

Matt Farnham reviews Calibre, released as part of the Edinburgh International Film Festival. When expectant father Vaughn joins old school best friend Marcus on a...

A celebration of Gaelic at this year’s XpoNorth

Culture

Delegates to Scotland’s leading creative industries festival will see and hear about some of the leaders in the Gaelic language at the festival. XpoNorth 2018...

Gail Porter returns to Portobello Beach (Photo: Angus Blackburn)

Why Gail Porter’s heart still belongs to Portobello

Books | Film & TV

Scottish TV presenter Gail Porter has been in the public eye for well over two decades. Gail hosted shows including The Movie Chart Show, Top...

Alice Wyllie and Katie McAllister from National Museums Scotland listen in to the soundtrack of Scotland (Photo: Neil Hanna)

Explore Scotland’s contribution to pop music this summer

Culture

Scotland is being celebrated in a new exhibition dedicated to its contribution to the popular music scene. This summer the National Museum of Scotland presents...