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The Good Books, Martin Stewart: ‘Being a pre-screen child meant devouring words and language’

Books
The former English teacher and lecturer on the comfort of reading non-fiction and his childhood love of Roald Dahl.   The first book I remember...
SPECTRA: Connecting you to the Granite city through light. Credit: Perth Museum

Ancient faces brought back to life at Perth Museum

Culture
Dramatic facial reconstructions of people who lived up to 4,000 years ago will go on display in Perth, thanks to advanced DNA techniques. Cutting-edge technology...
Adrian Taylor with the Cabrach Picnic and Games Rose Bowl. All pictures credit Peter Jolly.

Highland Games trophy missing for 90 years returns home

Culture
A Highland Games trophy missing for nearly 90 years has returned home after being found in England. The coveted Rose Bowl trophy was awarded to...
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Photo Essay: Water of Leith and Dean Village

Culture
Photographer Rachel Bolton heads out around the Water of Leith to capture some incredible pictures.  When living in a city, it can be difficult to...
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Watch: Billy Connolly releases new artwork reflecting on Glasgow childhood and friend Robin Williams

Culture
Billy Connolly has released new artwork which reflects on his childhood in Glasgow and remembers his friend, Robin Williams. Sir Billy has launched his Born...
Credit: Alan Simpson/EIFF Edinburgh International Film Festival

Edinburgh International Film Festival: Sir Sean Connery honoured with new prize backed by actor’s family

Culture | Film & TV
Sir Sean Connery is to be honoured with a new award in his name at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. The Sean Connery Prize for...
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