Naomi’s free Fringe show will make a big impression

Rising star Naomi McDonald is set to make a big impression at the Fringe this summer. Naomi will be giving her take on Melania Trump, and audiences will find out what may have happened if the American First Lady loved Scotland so much that she refused to fly home to the White House – and…

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Two weekends of classic cars at Scottish castle

Car lovers are in for a treat at a National Trust for Scotland’s castle this weekend. A celebration of Jaguars is being held in Drum Castle’s grounds in Aberdeenshire this weekend, whilst it hosts its MG Classic Car Show next weekend. From the 1920s to the present day, MGs have been seen as the definition of…

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V&A Dundee opening attracts Scots music stars

A free two-day celebration of design, music and performance will mark the opening of V&A Dundee. Legendary Scottish rockers Primal Scream will headline the 3D Festival, and will be joined by singer-songwriter, and BBC Radio 1 Brit List artist, Lewis Capaldi and Dundee’s own Be Charlotte, to perform at the 3D Festival on Friday 14…

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Leave your sword for Game of Thrones parody

Game of Thrones is one of the biggest TV shows in the world, and a musical parody is coming to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Following three total sell-out years – with extra shows included – and a five star sell-out run at this year’s Adelaide Fringe, alongside sell-out shows in LA and Chicago, Thrones!, the…

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Book review – 1824: The World’s First Football Club

Queen’s Park Football Club are acknowledged as Scotland’s oldest football club, having been founded in 1867. But Hampden Park’s finest weren’t the first team in the land. The Foot-Ball Club which was formed in Edinburgh in 1824, the world’s first known organisation dedicated to football. It was founded by John Hope, a student lawyer, and…

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Congratulations – Songwriter to the Stars

In this engrossing autobiography, Bill Martin, one of the most successful and prolific songwriters of the last few decades, tells not only the story of his Glasgow upbringing, but also some fascinating anecdotes from his long career in the music industry. Bill wrote several number one hits in the 1960s and 70s and received numerous recognitions…

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They’ve got designs on glory during Glasgow event

A new exhibition and shop created to coincide with the European Championships is set to open this weekend. Made In Glasgow by Local Heroes  is an innovative and interactive city showcase of high quality design created to coincide with the hosting of the Berlin/Glasgow 2018 European Championships. Running from 28 July to 12 August 2018…

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The world’s smart thinkers are coming to Scotland

Bright thinking will be coming to Scotland next summer, after it fought off stiff competition from around the globe to play host to the next TEDSummit. TED is a non-profit organisation devoted to identifying, and then spreading, relevant and potentially impactful ideas. The prestigious summit, part of the TED network, which has previously been held…

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Coffee house award is a monumental honour

The cafe at a major tourist attraction has been honoured for its outstanding commitment to local Scottish produce. Legends Coffee House, at The National Wallace Monument in Stirling, has been awarded Taste Our Best accreditation from VisitScotland. This quality assurance status is awarded to food and drink establishments that can demonstrate their use of fresh,…

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Dogs will be everywhere at country fair

Dog owners and lovers will be spoiled for choice with an array of events to enjoy at Galloway Country Fair this summer. Whether visitors are looking to gain dog discipline tips from renowned trainer John Halstead, kit out their furry friend in stylish handmade collars or simply enjoy the array of canine entertainment – Drumlanrig…

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