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Europe

Volunteers and staff at Empty Kitchens Full Hearts, a charity set up during the first Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, prepare meals for delivery to people in need around Edinburgh. Picture: Scott Barron

We are what we eat: How our broken food system is wrecking lives

Suspended Hibs manager Lee Johnson was forced to watch from the stand as his team lost 3-1 to Motherwell at Easter Road. Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group
Suspended Hibs manager Lee Johnson was forced to watch from the stand as his team lost 3-1 to Motherwell at Easter Road. Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group

Johnson defends himself after Postecoglou retort and blasts 'stupid rule'

Leicester Tigers' stand-off Handre Pollard eyes up a tackle on Edinburgh's Emiliano Boffelli as the Scottish outfit crashed out of the Heineken Cup.
Leicester Tigers' stand-off Handre Pollard eyes up a tackle on Edinburgh's Emiliano Boffelli as the Scottish outfit crashed out of the Heineken Cup.

Edinburgh's season is damp squib as Wiese's inspired try gives Leicester victory

A new report has found that rapidly melting Antarctic ice is causing a dramatic slowdown in deep ocean currents and could have a disastrous effect on the climate.
A new report has found that rapidly melting Antarctic ice is causing a dramatic slowdown in deep ocean currents and could have a disastrous effect on the climate.

Melting Antarctic ice causing slowdown in deep ocean currents

Scotland's Scott McTominay celebrates as he makes it 2-0 during the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier between Scotland and Spain at Hampden Park. Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group
Scotland's Scott McTominay celebrates as he makes it 2-0 during the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier between Scotland and Spain at Hampden Park. Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group

Scotland's new generation of Tartan Army foot soldiers is emerging

Stateless, by Elizabeth Wein
Stateless, by Elizabeth Wein

The Best Books for Teens this Easter

Jijay Shen, General Manager of Alibaba.com Europe
Jijay Shen, General Manager of Alibaba.com Europe

Ad Feature Digital export opportunity for Scottish producers of food and drink

The Europe-wide study looked at honey imported into EU countries, and tested the imported samples for impurities.
The Europe-wide study looked at honey imported into EU countries, and tested the imported samples for impurities.

Study finds 10 UK honey brands are diluted with cheap sugar syrup

Fashion Sakala has revealed he receives regular abuse when away with the Zambia national team. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Fashion Sakala has revealed he receives regular abuse when away with the Zambia national team. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Rangers star reveals 'vicious insults' from Zambia fans in social media post

A general view of The Wytch Farm oil production centre, on March 27, 2023 in Poole, England
A general view of The Wytch Farm oil production centre, on March 27, 2023 in Poole, England

Major incident declared after oil spill in Dorset

SNP leadership candidates Humza Yousaf, Kate Forbes and Ash Regan. Photo: Andy Buchanan/PA Wire
SNP leadership candidates Humza Yousaf, Kate Forbes and Ash Regan. Photo: Andy Buchanan/PA Wire

Leader: Leading the SNP will be harder than ever

Organisations from around Europe have written to Circular Economy Minister Lorna Slater to show support for the Deposit Return Scheme.
Organisations from around Europe have written to Circular Economy Minister Lorna Slater to show support for the Deposit Return Scheme.

Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme ‘has inspired campaigns around Europe’

Edinburgh's WP Nel and Boan Venter look dejected after the game in Connacht.
Edinburgh's WP Nel and Boan Venter look dejected after the game in Connacht.

Edinburgh left to lament familiar failings as season now rests on Europe

Sir Richard Branson and piper Louise Marshall mark the opening of the new Virgin Hotels Edinburgh development in the Old Town. Picture: Euan Cherry/PA Wire
Sir Richard Branson and piper Louise Marshall mark the opening of the new Virgin Hotels Edinburgh development in the Old Town. Picture: Euan Cherry/PA Wire

Richard Branson urges Edinburgh to build more hotels to keep city centre ‘alive’

Celtic and Rangers could be involved in the new European Super League. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Celtic and Rangers could be involved in the new European Super League. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Celtic and Rangers could land windfall, Super League target 'domestic kings'

Iain Russell is the club manager at East Renfrewshire Golf Club. Picture: Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE)
Iain Russell is the club manager at East Renfrewshire Golf Club. Picture: Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE)

Scot Russell awarded bursary for golf club managers across Europe

Tom Sime, CEO of Exchange Communications
Tom Sime, CEO of Exchange Communications

Now is the time to embrace the digital revolution - Tom Sime

Wetherspoons announce major change to their menu

The potential for tidal energy in France is 'huge', says Nova. Picture: contributed.
The potential for tidal energy in France is 'huge', says Nova. Picture: contributed.

Tidal power firm Nova Innovation makes French debut, and eyes broader EU market

Celtic's Sead Haksabanovic celebrates after scoring to make it 3-1 over Hibs. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)
Celtic's Sead Haksabanovic celebrates after scoring to make it 3-1 over Hibs. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Celtic star set for hostile clash of countries that could rival Rangers derby

Rangers manager Michael Beale shares a laugh with Ryan Kent after the final whistle at Motherwell.
Rangers manager Michael Beale shares a laugh with Ryan Kent after the final whistle at Motherwell.

Beale calls for Rangers unity, backs Wilson and says enough people want failure

People gather in Kyiv next to candles that are put in order to depict the word 'Children' during a memorial event on the anniversary of the Mariupol Theater Airstrike. Picture: Roman Pilipey/Getty Images
People gather in Kyiv next to candles that are put in order to depict the word 'Children' during a memorial event on the anniversary of the Mariupol Theater Airstrike. Picture: Roman Pilipey/Getty Images

Seven-year-old girl flown to Kyiv from Aberdeenshire for NHS treatment

The custom of changing our clocks twice per year dates back over a century to when it started in the First World War.
The custom of changing our clocks twice per year dates back over a century to when it started in the First World War.

When do the clocks go forward in 2023 and when is Spring?

Team Emirates' Slovenian rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates as he crosses the finish line of the 8th and final stage of the 81st Paris - Nice cycling race.
Team Emirates' Slovenian rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates as he crosses the finish line of the 8th and final stage of the 81st Paris - Nice cycling race.

Milan-San Remo: Pogacar is man of the moment but expect twists and turns

Steve Dunlop, Non-Executive Director, Crosswind Developments
Steve Dunlop, Non-Executive Director, Crosswind Developments

Ad Feature Edinburgh must show ambition to remain globally competitive

Nicolas Raskin has revealed how the attire as well as the attributes of one Rangers players made a lasting impression on him from an early age. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Nicolas Raskin has revealed how the attire as well as the attributes of one Rangers players made a lasting impression on him from an early age. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

We need him here’ - Rangers playmaker Nicolas Raskin’s ‘best player’ revelation

Entire T-rex skeleton to be auctioned off in Europe for first time

An employee works on a wind turbine blade bearing at the Siemens Gamesa factory – in Germany (Picture: Focke Strangmann/AFP via Getty Images)
An employee works on a wind turbine blade bearing at the Siemens Gamesa factory – in Germany (Picture: Focke Strangmann/AFP via Getty Images)

Scotland is being left behind in the green industrial revolution

Rangers youngster Bailey Rice made his senior debut in the 3-0 win at Livingston last month. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Rangers youngster Bailey Rice made his senior debut in the 3-0 win at Livingston last month. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Rangers face fight to keep star youngster 'tracked ' by Real Madrid

Former Hearts manager Craig Levein insists Celtic and Rangers moving to the EPL would benefit Scottish football. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Former Hearts manager Craig Levein insists Celtic and Rangers moving to the EPL would benefit Scottish football. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Craig Levein on why Old Firm should leave Scottish football and pay back £100m

Steve Timoney, centre, says it is a hugely exciting time for Caledonia Gladiators and Scottish basketball.
Steve Timoney, centre, says it is a hugely exciting time for Caledonia Gladiators and Scottish basketball.

Caledonia Gladiators set for state-of-the-art 6,000-seater home after £20m boost

Moonlight Zoo
Moonlight Zoo

Under the Radar: Moonlight Zoo

Scottish-Pakistani artist Aqsa Arif will be among those showing work in the forthcoming exhiibition Uprooted Visions at Edinburgh Printmakers.Picture: Neil Hanna.jpg
Scottish-Pakistani artist Aqsa Arif will be among those showing work in the forthcoming exhiibition Uprooted Visions at Edinburgh Printmakers.Picture: Neil Hanna.jpg

Work from 30 refugee and migrant artists to be showcased in Edinburgh

Only winning things points the way that Rangers manager Michael Beale knows the club must go under him, as Celtic close in on the Ibrox club's major trophy haul. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Only winning things points the way that Rangers manager Michael Beale knows the club must go under him, as Celtic close in on the Ibrox club's major trophy haul. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

'We play for Rangers, there are things on the wall' - Michael Beale

Celtic take the acclaim of their support after the 3-0 win over Hearts at Tynecastle.
Celtic take the acclaim of their support after the 3-0 win over Hearts at Tynecastle.

Celtic's starlings far too nifty - but Hearts can take crumbs of comfort

The business says that as part of its B Corp accreditation, building materials for the new office were sustainably sourced. Picture: contributed.
The business says that as part of its B Corp accreditation, building materials for the new office were sustainably sourced. Picture: contributed.

Consultancy Kin + Carta reinforces Edinburgh connection with new office in city

Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers (Wet Leg), Central Cee and Simona Tabasco are among the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe class of 2023.
Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers (Wet Leg), Central Cee and Simona Tabasco are among the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe class of 2023.

Forbes 30 under 30 Europe class of 2023 revealed

A baby's clothes and pieces of wood are washed up on the beach, two days after a boat of migrants sank off Italy's southern Calabria region.
A baby's clothes and pieces of wood are washed up on the beach, two days after a boat of migrants sank off Italy's southern Calabria region.

Italy boat tragedy: How many asylum seekers cross the Mediterranean by sea?

Claire Howell, music memorabilia consultant at Hansons Auctioneers, with the Sex Pistols poster.
Claire Howell, music memorabilia consultant at Hansons Auctioneers, with the Sex Pistols poster.

Sex Pistols flyer from 1976 could fetch thousands at auction

SFE's CEO Sandy Begbie
SFE's CEO Sandy Begbie

Sandy Begbie: We have a significant challenge to meet growing skills gaps

Daria Khelsengreen relaxes during a summer heat wave on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, which has seen record-breaking temperatures in recent years (Picture: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
Daria Khelsengreen relaxes during a summer heat wave on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, which has seen record-breaking temperatures in recent years (Picture: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Climate change is one reason why Scotland is drawing closer to Arctic nations

Emiliano Boffelli scored two tries on his return to the Edinburgh side after injury but Leinster won 47-27. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)
Emiliano Boffelli scored two tries on his return to the Edinburgh side after injury but Leinster won 47-27. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Thoughts turn to Europe as Edinburgh drop down to 12th place in URC

Hibs manager Lee Johnson celebrates the 4-1 victory over Livingston at full time with the visiting fans.
Hibs manager Lee Johnson celebrates the 4-1 victory over Livingston at full time with the visiting fans.

Johnson: Europe in Hibs' sights as they maintain Hearts chase on emotional day

The Six Nations returns next week
The Six Nations returns next week

Six Nations 2023 schedule: Next round of fixtures & how to watch on TV

Should polar bears be kept in zoos? (photo: Polar bears in the wild)
Should polar bears be kept in zoos? (photo: Polar bears in the wild)

First News: Should polar bears be kept in zoos?

Ed Sheeran announces surprise UK tour 2023 - how to get tickets

Kevin P Gilday
Kevin P Gilday

The Scotsman Sessions #353: Kevin P Gilday

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's ministers have faced increasing questions about a key wind statistic.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's ministers have faced increasing questions about a key wind statistic.

Two ministers told to resign over misleading parliament around wind statistic

Tripadvisor 25 best beaches - the UK locations which made the cut

Dr Jamie Marshall completed the world’s first doctorate focused on surf therapy.
Dr Jamie Marshall completed the world’s first doctorate focused on surf therapy.

Radical resort at the forefront of surf research and therapy - Dr Jamie Marshall

The UK could be facing a pizza crisis
The UK could be facing a pizza crisis

UK facing pizza crisis as cost of tomato skyrockets amid shortage

Nokia has unveiled a trio of new smartphones, including one designed to be easily repairable by users themselves (Pic: Matt Crossick/PA Wire)
Nokia has unveiled a trio of new smartphones, including one designed to be easily repairable by users themselves (Pic: Matt Crossick/PA Wire)

Nokia unveils new smartphones users can repair themselves

Empty fruit and vegetable shelves at an Asda store (Pic: Yui Mok/PA Wire )
Empty fruit and vegetable shelves at an Asda store (Pic: Yui Mok/PA Wire )

Farmers’ union warns fruit and veg shortage in shops is ‘tip of iceberg’ for UK

Watsonian ladies hockey team have qualified for European competition for the first time. Picture: Duncolm Sports
Watsonian ladies hockey team have qualified for European competition for the first time. Picture: Duncolm Sports

Watsonian ladies hockey team reach Europe for the first time

Ukrainian and Czech circus artists performed at the McEwan Hall during last year's Fringe. Picture: Lisa Ferguson
Ukrainian and Czech circus artists performed at the McEwan Hall during last year's Fringe. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

Edinburgh Festival Fringe acts may be staying in schools, ships and empty shops

Mike Blair is to step down as Edinburgh head coach. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Mike Blair is to step down as Edinburgh head coach. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Mike Blair to step down as Edinburgh Rugby head coach

The Scotsman Top Stories

Humza Yousaf speaks to the media after being voted the new First Minister at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. Picture date: Tuesday March 28, 2023.
Humza Yousaf speaks to the media after being voted the new First Minister at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. Picture date: Tuesday March 28, 2023.

Almost half of Scotland thinks Humza Yousaf 'too focused' on independence

New Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf at his first First Minister's Questions at the Scottish Parliament. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
New Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf at his first First Minister's Questions at the Scottish Parliament. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Humza Yousaf may soon come to regret achieving the highest office in the land

From Lewis Capaldi's Neflix documentary How I'm Feeling Now, relased on Wednesday 5 April. Pic: Netflix
From Lewis Capaldi's Neflix documentary How I'm Feeling Now, relased on Wednesday 5 April. Pic: Netflix

Lewis Capaldi's revealing Netflix documentary takes viewers behind the scenes