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National Museums Scotland curator Dr Matthew Knight examines the Carnoustie Hoard. Photo © National Museums Scotland 4

Carnoustie Hoard: Bronze Age hoard from 3,000 years ago saved for the nation

A Bronze Age hoard discovered on land that was due to be turned into football pitches will go on display next year after being saved...
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Scottish brothers set new world record for fastest human-powered crossing of the Pacific Ocean

Three Scottish brothers have set a new world record after completing the fastest human-powered crossing of the full Pacific Ocean.  Rowers Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan...
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A new dawn? Isle of Rum’s Kinloch Castle back on the market after locals agree sale

It was once an opulent Edwardian mansion, built for Sir George Bullough as a Highland hideaway for industrialists in the 18th century. But now, after years...
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Sir David Attenborough names golden eagle chick born in Scotland

Sir David Attenborough has named the first young golden eagle to fledge as part of a conservation project in southern Scotland. The TV broadcaster named...
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Harris Weed? PETA calls for Harris Tweed to end use of sheep’s wool and switch to hemp

PETA has called on Harris Tweed to stop using sheep’s wool in the production of the famous fabric - and suggested they switch to plant-based...
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Rebecca Atkinson-Lord, An Tobar and Mull Theatre: ‘It’s still so important we come together and share stories’

 Artistic Director of An Tobar and Mull Theatre, Rebecca Atkinson-Lord, on island life, how the theatre has changed the lives of many locals and her...

Specialist Kier Alexander with 'Lady Ogilvy's dress'. Credit: Stewart Attwood.

Dress worn by 18th century Scottish noblewoman linked to Jacobites goes under the hammer

A dress reputedly worn at the Palace of Holyroodhouse by an 18th century Scottish noblewoman closely allied to the Jacobite cause is going under the...
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Top 5 things to do at Scone Palace International Horse Trials

Sponsored Content | This summer, for the first time, a brand-new equestrian spectacle is galloping onto Scotland’s sporting and social calendar, we take a look...
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St Kilda overtakes Bass Rock as home of the world’s largest gannet colony

St Kilda is now home to the world’s largest gannet colony, the first drone census of the remote archipelago has revealed.  Gannets are the UK’s...
The 250 year old remains of the Sanday Wreck, the identity of which is understood to be Earl of Chatham. Credit: Wessex Archaeology

Archaeologists identify 250-year-old shipwreck in Orkney

Archaeologists have identified a 250-year-old shipwreck, which was discovered on the island of Sanday in Orkney. Evidence points to the wreck being the Earl of...
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Life on Barra and Vatersay explored in new documentary as islands buck depopulation trend

From its world-famous beach airport and stunning landscapes to its strong Gaelic identity and vital fishing and crofting industries, life on the Hebridean isles of...
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Scottish Highlands community secures funds to buy their local pub

A community in the Scottish Highlands is celebrating after securing the funds to buy their local pub whose original structure pre-dates 1746. The historic Glenuig...

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