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Ukraine fundraising efforts around Scotland

COMMUNITIES throughout Scotland are continuing to raise funds for people affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. In Fraserburgh, a concert held last Saturday raised more...

Beer festivals name their dates

SCOTLAND is preparing for a summer of beer festivals, with events unveiled in Edinburgh and Glasgow. First up is Holyrood Distillery, which will hold the...

Platinum jubilee display unveiled for Holyroodhouse

JEWELS from the Queen’s personal collection will be displayed this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations....
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A week in whisky: Friday the 13th special

Peter Ranscombe returns with his light-hearted weekly round-up of what's happening with whisky - and his first column has a distinctly supernatural feel to it…...
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Ka Pao: An Asian-inspired menu that packs a punch

After receiving a coveted Bib Gourmand award for their Glasgow restaurant, Ka Pao has opened its doors in Scotland’s capital city. Rosie Morton heads to...
FREE PICTURE:  50th Book Sale for Christian Aid, Edinburgh, 12/05/2022:
Book fans delight as Christian Aid book sale on Edinburgh’s George Street returns for its 50th sale:
Scotland’s biggest charity book sale opens its doors for the 50th time this Saturday.  In the last decade alone, the book sale at St Andrew’s and St George’s West Church on George Street, Edinburgh, has raised over a million pounds for international development charity Christian Aid.  
  Pictured on the steps of the St Andrew’s and St George’s West Church  is Glasgow-based writer Bernard MacLaverty, author of five novels and six short-story books, and the patron of this year’s 50th sale. Bernard has revealed that he has attended the sale since the mid-1970s and much enjoys buying books.
  The sale opens this Saturday 14th May (2022) and runs again from Monday 16th to Friday 20th May - see:: https://www.stagw.org.uk/
  More information in the accompanying Press Release and from Christian Aid Scotland media officer Jo Dallas  -  07778 109 541 - jdallas@christian-aid.org
  And more info about Christian Aid Week and events taking place can be found at:  www.christianaid.org.uk/get-involved-locally/scotland/christian-aid-week-in-scotland
  Photography for Christian Aid Scotland from: Colin Hattersley Photography - www.colinhattersley.com - cphattersley@gmail.com - 07974 957 388.

John Sentamu opens Christian Aid 50th book sale

CHRISTIAN Aid welcomed former archbishop of York John Sentamu to Edinburgh on Saturday to open its 50th book sale. Scotland’s biggest charity book sale is...

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Gin Bothy unveils plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route

Scottish producer Gin Bothy has unveiled plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route.  The distillery in Glen Prosen, Angus, sits on land...
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Scotch Malt Whisky Society releases two new Taiwanese whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has released two new Taiwanese whiskies. The whisky club is shining a spotlight on the five-year-old single malt Taiwanese...
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A Dram With Graham Omand, Lagg Distillery: ‘Welcoming Ewan McGregor and gifting him his very own cask was some achievement’

From welcoming Ewan McGregor to the distillery to gift him his own cask and celebrating five years in business, it's been a busy year for...
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The Glen Grant releases its rarest ever whisky – a 65 Year Old with a £39,000 price tag

When James ‘The Major’ Grant inherited Speyside distillery the Glen Grant in 1872, he brought his affinity of plants, flowers and the natural world with...
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Formula One Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc becomes new face of Scotch whisky Chivas Regal

F1 Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has become the new face of Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal. The partnership comes following news of the spirit company...
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A Dram With Euan Campbell, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society: ‘We’re pushing boundaries but respecting the heritage of this centuries old drink.’

Whisky drinkers all over the world have likely heard of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Since the whisky club was first formed in 1983, it...

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