News & Features

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Scotland Celebrates International Human Rights Day
To celebrate International Human Rights Day this year, we’re looking at some of the amazing initiatives…

Scotland Celebrates International Human Rights Day

South of Scotland Spotlight: Discover Scotland’s Starry Nights
There are few experiences that are as wondrous as gazing up at an inky black, twinkling night sky. Find…

South of Scotland Spotlight: Discover Scotland’s Starry Nights

South of Scotland Spotlight: The Growing Demand for Borders Textiles
The news that Scottish luxury cashmere manufacturer Hawico is planning to open stores in Paris and New…

South of Scotland Spotlight: The Growing Demand for Borders Textiles

South of Scotland Spotlight: “Living the dream” in Scotland
We got the chance to chat with Alice Landry, who moved to Scotland from England to run a B&B and…

South of Scotland Spotlight: “Living the dream” in Scotland

South of Scotland Spotlight: An Author’s Perspective on Scotland’s Book Town
Beth Cochrane is part of the next generation of incredibly talented Scottish female authors. Here she…

South of Scotland Spotlight: An Author’s Perspective on Scotland’s Book Town

Scotland is a field of dreams for careers and lifestyles
Scotland's rugby team is a shining example of diversity, galvanising a top team of players from…

Scotland is a field of dreams for careers and lifestyles

The bigger picture – Scotland’s leading role as a top film location
While American actor Chris Pine takes the lead role in the new Robert the Bruce Netflix epic Outlaw…

The bigger picture – Scotland’s leading role as a top film location

Scotland remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice 100 years on
The names of Scotland’s World War One fallen will illuminate the Scottish Parliament as a mark…

Scotland remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice 100 years on

Eunice Olumide: The Scots-born Supermodel Opening Up the World of Fashion
Scots-born model, designer, curator, and entrepreneur Eunice Olumide MBE wants to put Scotland on the…

Eunice Olumide: The Scots-born Supermodel Opening Up the World of Fashion

10 amazing reasons why Scotland is so family friendly
Scotland will put a smile on your face around every corner, with so many family-friendly aspects to…

10 amazing reasons why Scotland is so family friendly

…Because we’re happy…Scotland’s people are happier than ever
Latest surveys show that the population of Scotland are bucking the trend of their nearest neighbours,…

…Because we’re happy…Scotland’s people are happier than ever

Dear Haters: Scotland’s Bold New Crusade to Tackle Hate Crime
Scotland is meeting hate head on in a fierce new campaign that’s targeted at making the country…

Dear Haters: Scotland’s Bold New Crusade to Tackle Hate Crime

Scotland’s commitment to being a good global citizen is stronger than ever
Scotland is strengthening its position as a good global citizen by continuing to make real contributions…

Scotland’s commitment to being a good global citizen is stronger than ever

What to expect during Freshers Week in Scotland
Before all the hard work and studying begins at Scotland's universities, new students come together…

What to expect during Freshers Week in Scotland

Converge Challenge and the Quest to find Scotland’s next big Innovator
It’s that time of year again, when Scotland brings together the most ambitious and creative thinkers…

Converge Challenge and the Quest to find Scotland’s next big Innovator

Charles Rennie Mackintosh: The Father of Glasgow Style
Since rising to prominence at the end of the 19th Century, Mackintosh is still regarded today as one…

Charles Rennie Mackintosh: The Father of Glasgow Style

Dundee: Scotland’s Designer Destination
With all eyes on Dundee for the opening of the new V&A museum, it’s worth remembering that…

Dundee: Scotland’s Designer Destination

Scotland is Now: Showcasing Scotland’s Diversity and Inclusivity
What better time to showcase Scotland’s commitment to diversity than during the Edinburgh Festival…

Scotland is Now: Showcasing Scotland’s Diversity and Inclusivity

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