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JK Rowling

SNP leadership candidate Humza Yousaf tweeted this image along with a promise to advance women’s rights

Yousaf's pink heart reveals he’s got a lot to learn about sexism – Susan Dalgety

SNP leadership candidates were asked in a TV debate whether they thought JK Rowling, seen with her Companion of Honour medal, was a 'national treasure' (Picture: Andrew Matthews/WPA pool/Getty Images)
SNP leadership candidates were asked in a TV debate whether they thought JK Rowling, seen with her Companion of Honour medal, was a 'national treasure' (Picture: Andrew Matthews/WPA pool/Getty Images)

A democratic outrage reduced to culture war clickbait about JK Rowling

JK Rowling says she “absolutely knew” that her comments and views on transgender issues would make Harry Potter fans “deeply unhappy”.
JK Rowling says she “absolutely knew” that her comments and views on transgender issues would make Harry Potter fans “deeply unhappy”.

JK Rowling: I knew views on trans issues would make Potter fans deeply unhappy

The SNP leadership candidates were asked if JK Rowling was a national treasure during the Sky Debate
The SNP leadership candidates were asked if JK Rowling was a national treasure during the Sky Debate

SNP leadership candidates asked if JK Rowling is a national treasure

JK Rowling has warned against “black-and-white thinking”, urging people to “think again, look more deeply” in a podcast which is set to address the backlash over her comments about the transgender community.
JK Rowling has warned against “black-and-white thinking”, urging people to “think again, look more deeply” in a podcast which is set to address the backlash over her comments about the transgender community.

JK Rowling to address backlash over transgender comments in new podcast

Demonstrators show their support for the UK Government's decision to block Scotland's Gender Recognition Reform Bill in Glasgow earlier this month (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)
Demonstrators show their support for the UK Government's decision to block Scotland's Gender Recognition Reform Bill in Glasgow earlier this month (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

Sturgeon a role model for women? ‘Real’ feminists saw through her

The Royal Mint has launched a new coin featuring Albus Dumbledore and King Charles as part of a new Harry Potter themed collection. The monarch’s likeness features on the “heads” of the special 50p, while the Hogwarts headmaster features on the other side.
The Royal Mint has launched a new coin featuring Albus Dumbledore and King Charles as part of a new Harry Potter themed collection. The monarch’s likeness features on the “heads” of the special 50p, while the Hogwarts headmaster features on the other side.

Dumbledore joins King Charles on new 50p coin from Royal Mint

JK Rowling
JK Rowling

JK Rowling says her transgender views ‘profoundly misunderstood’

Author JK Rowling with pupils from Millfield Preparatory School in 1999
Author JK Rowling with pupils from Millfield Preparatory School in 1999

Librarian discovers forgotten Harry Potter books signed by JK Rowling

Some of the richest people in Scotland - according to the Sunday Times Rich List 2022.
Some of the richest people in Scotland - according to the Sunday Times Rich List 2022.

Who are the richest people in Scotland this year?

Kirsty Wark has interviewed First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for the new BBC Scotland series The Women Who Changed Modern Scotland. Picture: Two Rivers Media/BBC
Kirsty Wark has interviewed First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for the new BBC Scotland series The Women Who Changed Modern Scotland. Picture: Two Rivers Media/BBC

Kirsty Wark: Toxic atmosphere on social media is forcing women out of politics

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon

'Obviously the case' some gender reform critics are bigots, says Nicola Sturgeon

Brian Cox, leaves BBC Broadcasting House in London, after appearing on the panel of BBC One current affairs programme, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
Brian Cox, leaves BBC Broadcasting House in London, after appearing on the panel of BBC One current affairs programme, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.

Brian Cox ‘proud’ of Scotland’s gender identification law and defends JK Rowling

Former Scottish Labour leader Johann Lamont addresses protesters against the Gender Recognition Reform Bill outside the Scottish Parliament (Picture: Peter Summers/Getty Images)
Former Scottish Labour leader Johann Lamont addresses protesters against the Gender Recognition Reform Bill outside the Scottish Parliament (Picture: Peter Summers/Getty Images)

Gender bill may have passed, but women are rallying to oppose it – Susan Dalgety

The idea that JK Rowling is transphobic is a myth (Picture: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images)
The idea that JK Rowling is transphobic is a myth (Picture: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images)

How I came to regret my part in framing and defaming of JK Rowling – EJ Rosetta

L to R: Susan Smith, J.K. Rowling, Johann Lamont, Margaret McCartney, Rhona Hotchkiss. Picture, Nicole Jones
L to R: Susan Smith, J.K. Rowling, Johann Lamont, Margaret McCartney, Rhona Hotchkiss. Picture, Nicole Jones

JK Rowling opens new sexual violence support service for women in Edinburgh

The leather-bound special 15th anniversary edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone - published exclusively for the competition in 2012.
The leather-bound special 15th anniversary edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone - published exclusively for the competition in 2012.

‘Rarest’ Harry Potter book ever seen could fetch £10,000 at auction

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was heckled at the event. Picture: Getty Images
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was heckled at the event. Picture: Getty Images

Sturgeon heckled over Scottish Government's Gender Recognition Act plans

Ash Regan, the former community safety minister, resigned over gender reforms.
Ash Regan, the former community safety minister, resigned over gender reforms.

Minister who resigned over gender reforms claims FM 'well aware' of concerns

The author, who is known as a vocal critic of the reforms, praised Ash Regan, saying: “This is what a principled politician looks like.”
The author, who is known as a vocal critic of the reforms, praised Ash Regan, saying: “This is what a principled politician looks like.”

MSP who quit the Scottish Government is a heroine, JK Rowling says

British author J. K. Rowling poses upon arrival at the BAFTA British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London on February 12, 2017.
British author J. K. Rowling poses upon arrival at the BAFTA British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London on February 12, 2017.

Scottish Government hits back at critical JK Rowling article

Picture: Lisa Ferguson/JK Rowling Twitter
Picture: Lisa Ferguson/JK Rowling Twitter

Nicola Sturgeon responds to JK Rowling's 'destroyer of women’s rights' T-shirt

A women's rally outside of Holyrood that has specifically targeted Nicola Sturgeon. Picture: Lisa Ferguson
A women's rally outside of Holyrood that has specifically targeted Nicola Sturgeon. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

JK Rowling wears T-shirt calling Nicola Sturgeon ‘destroyer of women’s rights’

Dame Hilary Mantel holding her Dame Commander of the British Empire medal presented to her for services to literature at an Investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace in central London. The Wolf Hall writer has died "suddenly yet peacefully" surrounded by close family and friends aged 70, HarperCollins has announced.
Dame Hilary Mantel holding her Dame Commander of the British Empire medal presented to her for services to literature at an Investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace in central London. The Wolf Hall writer has died "suddenly yet peacefully" surrounded by close family and friends aged 70, HarperCollins has announced.

Beloved writer Dame Hilary Mantel dies aged 70

Writer, rapper and political activist Darren McGarvey was speaking at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Picture: John Devlin
Writer, rapper and political activist Darren McGarvey was speaking at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Picture: John Devlin

Award-winning writer Darren McGarvey credits JK Rowling for kickstarting career

Salman Rushdie, 75, pictured at an event in Germany, is recovering after being repeatedly stabbed (Picture: Thomas Lohnes/Getty Images)
Salman Rushdie, 75, pictured at an event in Germany, is recovering after being repeatedly stabbed (Picture: Thomas Lohnes/Getty Images)

If Sadowitz is cancelled, how long before Rowling is too? – Murdo Fraser MSP

British author Salman Rushdie was repeatedly stabbed during a public appearance in New York state (Picture: Herbert Neubauer/APA/AFP via Getty Images)
British author Salman Rushdie was repeatedly stabbed during a public appearance in New York state (Picture: Herbert Neubauer/APA/AFP via Getty Images)

Rushdie attack shows fight for free speech is never ending – Scotsman

Nick Barley is director of the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Picture: Robin Mair
Nick Barley is director of the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Picture: Robin Mair

Book festival chief says event is a form of defiance’ amid threats to writers

JK Rowling. Picture: Mike Marsland/WireImage
JK Rowling. Picture: Mike Marsland/WireImage

Euan McColm: Rushdie attack shines light on threats to female writers

Sir Ian McKellen (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
Sir Ian McKellen (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

Gaby Soutar: The Festival is here, so let's play Celebrity Spotting Top Trumps

The faded black and white photograph of Susan Dalgety playing football as a toddler which makes her look to the past - but also the future. PIC: Contributed.
The faded black and white photograph of Susan Dalgety playing football as a toddler which makes her look to the past - but also the future. PIC: Contributed.

This photo reminds me how far I've come - and how far I must go - Susan Dalgety

The author has been trending on Twitter after highlighting the threatening tweet (file image). Picture: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images.
The author has been trending on Twitter after highlighting the threatening tweet (file image). Picture: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images.

Threatening tweet aimed at JK Rowling blasted as 'dangerous' and appallling'

JK Rowling's first Harry Potter book was rejected by several publishers (Picture: Justin Tallis/AFP via Getty Images)
JK Rowling's first Harry Potter book was rejected by several publishers (Picture: Justin Tallis/AFP via Getty Images)

JK Rowling’s perseverance on Harry Potter still inspires 25 years on

Margaret Houston, principal librarian at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow, explains how the Harry Potter books helped the library encourage more children into reading.
Margaret Houston, principal librarian at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow, explains how the Harry Potter books helped the library encourage more children into reading.

Libraries and Harry Potter 'opened the door' to reading for many children

A signed proof copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone: Picture: Cathal McNaughton/PA Wire
A signed proof copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone: Picture: Cathal McNaughton/PA Wire

Harry Potter turns 25: How JK Rowling’s global literary phenomenon was born

Comedian Dave Chappelle speaks onstage during the 90th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center on March 4, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Comedian Dave Chappelle speaks onstage during the 90th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center on March 4, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Dave Chappelle attacked during live show in Los Angeles

Scaramanga owner Carl Morenikeji is celebrating a Hollywood hat-trick of three movie supply roles in three months. Picture: ASM Media & PR
Scaramanga owner Carl Morenikeji is celebrating a Hollywood hat-trick of three movie supply roles in three months. Picture: ASM Media & PR

Fantastic Beasts movie helps weave some magic for Fife vintage props supplier

Meghan Gallacher MSP
Meghan Gallacher MSP

Tory manifesto backs women-only spaces in schools and swimming pools

Jessica Williams, Callum Turner, Jude Law , Catherine Waterson, Dan Fogler and Eddie Redmayne in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
Jessica Williams, Callum Turner, Jude Law , Catherine Waterson, Dan Fogler and Eddie Redmayne in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

Film reviews: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore | Murina | The Outfit

Vladimir Putin has cited Edinburgh author JK Rowling as an example of cancel culture in the West.
Vladimir Putin has cited Edinburgh author JK Rowling as an example of cancel culture in the West.

Putin cites JK Rowling trans controversy as proof West likes to ‘cancel’ people

Head of rare books Helen Vincent with the National Library's copy of the Gutenberg Bible, which is going on display in its new Treasures gallery. Picture: Neil Hanna
Head of rare books Helen Vincent with the National Library's copy of the Gutenberg Bible, which is going on display in its new Treasures gallery. Picture: Neil Hanna

Robert Burns, Bonnie Prince Charlie and JK Rowling treasures brought together

The open world RPG sets players in the centre of the action at Hogwarts. Photo: IGDB.
The open world RPG sets players in the centre of the action at Hogwarts. Photo: IGDB.

All you need to know about Hogwarts Legacy

Edinburgh City FC is to to fundraise for JK Rowling’s charity Ukraine appeal.
Edinburgh City FC is to to fundraise for JK Rowling’s charity Ukraine appeal.

Edinburgh City to raise funds for Ukraine appeal

Scottish Greens co-leader Lorna Slater said comments by high-profile figures were part of a wider 'misinformation campaign' (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Scottish Greens co-leader Lorna Slater said comments by high-profile figures were part of a wider 'misinformation campaign' (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Green hysteria over JK Rowling doesn’t help trans gender debate – Murdo Fraser

Emma Watson appeared to make a subtle dig towards JK Rowling (Photo: BBC)
Emma Watson appeared to make a subtle dig towards JK Rowling (Photo: BBC)

Emma Watson ‘throws shade’ at JK Rowling at Baftas after transgender row

Party leaders Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater during a photocall beside the Wallace Monument at the Stirling Court Hotel ahead of the Scottish Green Party conference.
Party leaders Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater during a photocall beside the Wallace Monument at the Stirling Court Hotel ahead of the Scottish Green Party conference.

Green criticism of JK Rowling 'shutting down women's voices', claim Tories

British author andJ .K. Rowling. Photo: TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty
British author andJ .K. Rowling. Photo: TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty

JK Rowling 'not helping' trans debate, say Greens

The First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon has said she ‘fundamentally disagrees’ with the author JK Rowling who said the new gender recognition process reform “will harm the most vulnerable in society”.
The First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon has said she ‘fundamentally disagrees’ with the author JK Rowling who said the new gender recognition process reform “will harm the most vulnerable in society”.

Nicola Sturgeon 'fundamentally disagrees' with JK Rowling GRA tweet

JK Rowling has launched an appeal to send aid to the children of Ukraine. Photo: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images
JK Rowling has launched an appeal to send aid to the children of Ukraine. Photo: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images

War in Ukraine: JK Rowling launches appeal to aid orphans

Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Viaduct

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A tweet posted by trans activists targeting JK Rowling will not be treated as criminal, Police Scotland have said.
A tweet posted by trans activists targeting JK Rowling will not be treated as criminal, Police Scotland have said.

Police take no action over tweet that revealed JK Rowling’s home

Harry Potter author JK Rowling.
Harry Potter author JK Rowling.

Streeting: Don’t shut down JK Rowling

Jon Stewart says comments he made about the Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone film were meant to be “light-hearted” and he was not accusing author JK Rowling of antisemitism.
Jon Stewart says comments he made about the Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone film were meant to be “light-hearted” and he was not accusing author JK Rowling of antisemitism.

Jon Stewart says he did not accuse JK Rowling of antisemitism

Former US talk show host Jon Stewart has hit out at JK Rowling for the “anti-Semitic” imagery used in the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
Former US talk show host Jon Stewart has hit out at JK Rowling for the “anti-Semitic” imagery used in the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

Jon Stewart says he did not accuse JK Rowling of antisemitism

The Boswells School in Chelmsford, Essex, that named a house after JK Rowling has dropped the title in light of the Harry Potter author's "comments and viewpoints surrounding trans people"
The Boswells School in Chelmsford, Essex, that named a house after JK Rowling has dropped the title in light of the Harry Potter author's "comments and viewpoints surrounding trans people"

School drops JK Rowling house name amid controversy over gender identity remarks

Quidditch organisations have announced that they will be changing the name of the sport. Picture: Creative Commons
Quidditch organisations have announced that they will be changing the name of the sport. Picture: Creative Commons

Quidditch leagues to change name of sport - here's why

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Humza Yousaf pictured after being elected as the new SNP party leader (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
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Hoy in the Orkney Isles. A petition has been launched on the island against plans by RSPB Scotland to cut its ranger position from a full-time to part-time position. PIC: Peter Stenzel/Flickr/CC.
Hoy in the Orkney Isles. A petition has been launched on the island against plans by RSPB Scotland to cut its ranger position from a full-time to part-time position. PIC: Peter Stenzel/Flickr/CC.

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