According to Ms Houston, Scotland’s reliance on public service sectors, which are not projected to grow rapidly, is hindering its economic growth. She emphasizes that the key sectors that will drive growth in the future are business services and information and communications, in which Scotland has a smaller share compared to the UK average. This …
The mesmerizing beauty of the Scottish Highlands serves as a backdrop for an exciting adventure. A group of enthusiastic monster hunters are not content with just admiring the sweeping landscapes; they are determined to uncover the truth behind Scotland’s most enduring mystery – the existence of the Loch Ness monster. This weekend, hundreds of folklore …
Torsa Island, part of the picturesque Slate Islands archipelago off the west coast of Scotland, is now on the market for $1.9 million. This marks the first time in 85 years that the island has been listed for sale. Spanning 270 acres, Torsa Island is steeped in history, with one notable feature being the ruined …
The City of Edinburgh Council has raised concerns about the negative effects of an excessive number of short-term lets on housing shortages and anti-social behavior. The average fees for licenses range from £214 to £434, but for properties capable of accommodating at least 21 people, the annual fee can reach up to £5,869. Since October …
Three hikers who went missing while attempting a challenging scramble on a narrow ridge in the Scottish Highlands have been found dead, according to police. The group set out to hike the Aonach Eagach, a treacherous 6-mile ridge that reaches a height of 3,600 feet and features steep drops. When the hikers did not …
Greta Thunberg has chosen not to participate in an international book festival, where she was scheduled to discuss her recent book on climate change. This decision was made due to her concerns about “greenwashing” by the festival’s main sponsor. Greta Thunberg mentioned in a statement that she could not support the Edinburgh International Book Festival, …
An American fugitive, accused of feigning his own demise in order to avoid a rape charge in Utah, has been granted extradition to the US by a Scottish judge. In his ruling on Wednesday, the judge described the man, known in Scotland as Nicholas Rossi, as “dishonest, deceitful, evasive, and manipulative.” The fugitive, who was …
An American fugitive, who is accused of feigning his own death to evade a rape charge in Utah, has been deemed eligible for extradition to the United States by a judge in Scotland. The judge, Norman McFadyen, dismissed the man’s claims of mistaken identity as “implausible” and “fanciful.” The fugitive, who goes by the name …
A recently unveiled blueprint by Humza Yousaf assures Scots that they will still have the freedom to live and work in England without border controls, even after gaining independence. The Scottish government report on citizenship outlines that in a separate Scotland, the nation would become part of the existing Common Travel Area (CTA) shared by …
In 1997, the legendary Bob Dylan expressed his affinity for Scotland through his iconic song “Highlands,” where he declared, “Well my heart’s in the Highland, I’m gonna go there when I feel good enough to go.” This love for the country prompted him to purchase a property known as the Aultmore House in 2006, alongside …