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One reader named L'Alba D'Oro as the most affordable chippy in Edinburgh. The award-winning fish and chip shop on Henderson Row is family-run.

The 15 most affordable chippies near you Anna Bryan

Visitors face paying a levy on their overnight accommodation in Edinburgh once the tourist tax legislation is passed at Hoyrood. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

All you need to know about plans for a city tourist tax Ian Swanson

Iain Glen is one of Edinburgh's greatest acting exports. Born in the Capital, he went to Edinburgh Academy before studying acting in London. An accomplished theatre actor, Glen is best known for playing Jorah Mormont in Game of Thrones, Dr Alexander Isaacs in the Resident Evil franchise, and recently as Magnus MacMillan in The Rig.

15 of the most famous faces from our city, in pictures Ginny Sanderson

32 per cent of pupils at Liberton High School achieved five Highers or more- that's six per cent more than the government-set benchmark. Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

10 high schools in the area which are overpeforming Neil Johnstone

Stuart Grant outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Painter left woman 'disturbed' and 'fearful' after date encounter Alexander Lawrie

Pitt Street food market closed last year ready for a move to a bigger site in Granton, but the reopening has now been put off until next year.

Popular street food market reopening delayed Ian Swanson

We’ve rounded up 11 Edinburgh venues where famous faces have been spotted.

11 Edinburgh bars and restaurants visited by celebrities Gary Flockhart

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Tara McGilvray-Guard, pictured, can't wait to open Wheel of Fate in Edinburgh's Causewayside this month.

New witch craft store opening in Causewayside Gary Flockhart

People across Edinburgh are set to unite against cancer by taking part in Race for Life 2023 this weekend.

Race For Life: Road closures, course details meeting point Gary Flockhart

Climate activist Greta Thunberg is to take part in an event at the Edinburgh International Book Festival in August. Picture : Yui Mok/PA Wire

Greta Thunberg to make speech at festival Lucinda Cameron

The Declaration of Arbroath was due to go on display in Edinburgh three years ago but plans had to be postponed because of the pandemic. (Picture: National Records of Scotland)

Iconic Scottish document on display for first time in 18 years Ian Swanson

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Edinburgh's Peter Sawkins was the youngest every winner of the Great British Bake Off - and the first Scot.

We meet Edinburgh Bake Off champion Peter - and he tells all Annabelle Gauntlett

Local residents watch fire engulf the Lyceum Cinema, in Slateford, in May 1963.

29 pictures from the 1950s and 1960s of Edinburgh's cinemas David Hepburn

Runners in the Edinburgh full Marathon run through the four mile mark in the Craigentinny area of the City on Sunday morning.

Watch as runners take to streets for Edinburgh Marathon Rhoda Morrison

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The sun has set on their time at Easter Road for some first-team players. Picture: SNS

Hibs announce the exit of 9 players from Easter Road Craig Fowler

Hearts celebrate their NAP Cup final win as they complete the treble. Credit: Ger Harley, SportPix

Hearts open pathway to first-team as talented teenagers seal treble Jack Dawson

Hibs are in talks with their preferred candidate to become the club's new women's team manager

Key Hibs appointment expected in coming days Jack Dawson

Craig Gordon is hoping to get back playing regularly for Hearts before he sets Scotland dreams. Picture: SNS

Craig Gordon dares skeptics to write him off Craig Fowler

Aiden McGeady has been released after only playing 14 times this season due to injury problems

Hibs squad size updated after player contract decisions made Phil Johnson

Hearts directors are meeting today to discuss appointing a permanent manager.

Hearts board meet to discuss new manager - several directors backing Naismith Barry Anderson

The 29-year-old Angolan striker is out of contract at Reading, who were relegated from the Championship. Hibs director of football Brian McDermott's Reading connections means the club will be well aware of him. Joao has attributes that would suit the Scottish game. He has physicality to compete with defenders, but he can also run in behind and score goals. He scored just seven times in the season just finished, but in the two seasons prior to that netted 29 times in 63 games.

10 out-of-contract players Hibs could sign – including Chelsea man Phil Johnson

Hearts are looking to recruit

10 out-of-contract players Hearts could sign – including Finland international Phil Johnson

CrimeSee more

Tracy Milne, 46, has been found safe and well after she was reported missing from Edinburgh.

Missing woman found safe and well Anna Bryan

James Christopher Armour, 57, has been jailed after being convicted of a spate of rapes and violent offences in Fife, in the 1980s.

Predator jailed for serious sexual assaults Anna Bryan

Police called to two-car crash on Glasgow Road in Edinburgh, near M9 Newbridge junction.

Police rush to crash on city road Anna Bryan

Tracy Milne, who is missing from Edinburgh, was last seen in Morningside on Tuesday, May 30.

Concerns for welfare of missing woman Anna Bryan

What's OnSee more

Almost like Scotty in Star Trek, Brian Cox has helped to put Scotland on the map with his role as Logan Roy in Succession (Picture: Lia Toby/Getty Images for BFI)

Succession spin-off? Roy family could bid to take over Beano – Susan Morrison Susan Morrison

The Gladstone Memorial at the junction of George Street and St Andrew Square in 1953 shortly before it was moved to Coates Crescent.

33 photos showing how much Capital has changed Gary Flockhart

Anton Du Beke is the latest big name to be confirmed for this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Strictly favourite Anton Du Beke to star this year Brian Ferguson

Rose Matafeo won the main Edinburgh Comedy Awards prize for best show in 2018.

Comics who owe their careers to the Fringe should help keep awards going Brian Ferguson

RetroSee more

Portobello power station demolition in 1978.

25 incredible photos of Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Morna Young is adapting the Lewis Grassic Gibbon novel Sunset Song for a new stage production.

Writer Morna Young to become first woman to adapt classic novel Sunset Song Brian Ferguson

One of Edinburgh's most famous sons, Alexander Graham Bell was a famous inventor, scientist and engineer who is credited with patenting the first practical telephone. He also co-founded the American Telephone and Telegraph Company in 1885. He lived from 1847-1922 when he died in Canada aged 75. The family home was at South Charlotte Street, and has a stone inscription marking it as Bell's birthplace. Many other inventions marked Bell's later life, including groundbreaking work in optical telecommunications, hydrofoils, and aeronautics. Bell also had a strong influence on the National Geographic Society and its magazine while serving as the second president from January 7, 1898, until 1903.

150 famous faces who shaped our city, part one Kevin Quinn

Having given joy to generations, Portobello Bathing Pool and its gorgeous art deco surrounds met with the wrecking ball in 1988. The pool, which dated from 1936, closed for the final time in 1978.

17 incredible buildings we loved and lost Gary Flockhart

Homes and GardensSee more

For sale in Edinburgh: 2-bed flat for £115,000 Beth Franklin

Gardeners beware - Japanese knotweed is extremely destructive

Japanese Knotweed: high risk areas in Edinburgh and how to manage it Beth Franklin

For sale in Edinburgh: 2-bed terraced home for £240,000 Beth Franklin

Best battery-run grass trimmers UK 2023

Best battery-run grass trimmers Richard Hood

LifestyleSee more

This beach, which is situated between the Joppa area of Edinburgh and the East Lothian town of Musselburgh, is one of the beaches with the poorest water quality. Locals were previously warned not to swim at the beach, after it received a 'poor'' rating for five years in a row. However, Fisherrow Sands has recently been re-designated as an official bathing water by SEPA.

These are the 7 local beaches with the dirtiest water Anna Bryan

A good night's sleep can be difficult to come by for so many people (photo: Adobe)

Foods to help get a better night’s sleep Fiona Evans

Take a look through our photo gallery for a look at this ‘hidden gem’.

In pictures: Edinburgh's hidden beer garden Gary Flockhart

Ignite has been named ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year’ in the Scotland Prestige Awards 2023/2024.

Edinburgh curry house named ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year’ Gary Flockhart

PeopleSee more

Lewis Capaldi surprises crowd with impromptu Taylor Swift cover at festival. (Photo by Shane Anthony Sinclair/Getty Images)

Lewis Capaldi wows crowd with impromptu Taylor Swift cover at festival Simi Mundey

Carolyn during treatment for triple negative breast cancer

Woman who supported mum through cancer devastated after same diagnosis Jolene Campbell

Jamie Laing reveals he asked Lewis Capaldi to sing at his wedding Holly Stagg

Jordan Dunn, Jack Blyzinskyj, Ross McWhirter and Dan Wallace with Harrison Haines missing the photo-call.

Five swimmers aiming to raise £330,000 with a record-breaking sea crossing Bill Lothian

HeartsSee more

Hearts are preparing players and staff for season 2023/24.

Hearts' summer plans become clearer with return date revealed Barry Anderson

Alan Forrest wants to make more of an impact at Hearts next season.

Forrest reveals his impact plan for the months ahead Barry Anderson

Hearts players in training. Picture: SNS

When every Hearts player's contract will expire Craig Fowler

Players and officials from both sides became involved in a flashpoint at the end of Saturday's Edinburgh derby. Picture: SNS

Hearts peacemaker has say on Edinburgh derby fracas Craig Fowler

HibsSee more

Chris Cadden being stretchered off against Hearts after damaging his Achilles. The Hibs midfielder will now be out for several months. Picture: SNS

Hibs provide 'devastating' injury update Craig Fowler

Kevin Nisbet celebrates scoring to make it 1-1 against Hearts during the final Edinburgh derby of the season at Tynecastle. Picture: SNS

The transfer fee Hibs accepted from Millwall for Kevin Nisbet Craig Fowler

Rachael Boyle only made two appearances before picking up her ACL injury.

Exclusive: Hibs star 'learning to walk again' after ACL injury Jack Dawson

Lee Johnson has teased a summer of change at Hibs

Hibs striker facing decision on future Patrick McPartlin

Other SportSee more

Josh Taylor will defend his WBO super lightweight title against Teofimo Lopez in New York

“Piece of trash” talk as Taylor walks out on interview Phil Johnson

Instruction under way at Pottishaw in the coarse run by West Lothian Angling Association.

Arms raised in triumph on fishing introduction course Nigel Duncan

Rory McIlroy in action at the 2021 abrdn Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club. Picture: Andrew Redington/Getty Images.

World No 3 Rory McIlroy confirmed for Genesis Scottish Open Martin Dempster

Great Britain's women eight on their way to silver at the European Championships. Picture: Benedict Tufnell.

Edinburgh rowing star leads Great Britain to European silver medal Tom Harle

Best In EdinburghSee more

This busy pub is Greene King's best-rated venue in Edinburgh. The Festival, which has a five star rating on Google, is located on Morrison Street, near Edinburgh Haymarket Station, making it a perfect spot for travellers and commuters.

All the local Greene King pubs rated best to worst Anna Bryan

Chaakoo Bombay Cafe will open a restaurant on Edinburgh's Lothian Road, after seeing success at its two Glasgow venues.

Popular Indian restaurant to open in city centre Anna Bryan

You can celebrate Beyoncé's arrival in Edinburgh with a free lemonade from ASK Italian on Shandwick Place.

Italian restaurant to serve free lemonade to Beyoncé fans Anna Bryan

OpinionSee more

The Cornet and his followers head for Lauder Moor (Picture: Phil Wilkinson)

Common Ridings and Gala Days help ensure we have a thriving community spirit Christine Grahame

Edinburgh's trams will soon start running from the city centre to Leith and Newhaven (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Tram extension will mean big changes for Leith – John McLellan John McLellan

Questioned about the need for the deposit return scheme to include glass, Lorna Slater resorted to gobbledygook about the 'lossiness' of kerbside recycling (Picture: Steve Welsh/PA)

Slater's deposit return scheme is a 'total farce', not a cunning indy plan John McLellan

Harry Styles performs at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium on Friday last week (Picture: Lloyd Wakefield/DFConcerts/PA Wire)

SNP must stop short-changing Edinburgh – Ian Murray Ian Murray

BusinessSee more

'We see our position in Scotland as being of real strategic long-term importance to us,' says Mr Durlacher. Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

Interview: Julius Baer International CEO David Durlacher's Scottish ambitions Emma Newlands

Rhona Bree, who joins Equity Gap from Scottish Enterprise as a senior investment and portfolio manager, with Fraser Lusty, who becomes managing director.

Edinburgh investment syndicate Equity Gap unveils shake-up at top Scott Reid

The entrepreneur says that rather than try and emulate high-profile business leaders, 'I am just keen to carve my own path'. Picture: contributed.

Interview: entrepreneur extending reach from security-focused foundations Emma Newlands

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Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre Jacob Little

Best electric garden shredders for chipping, shredding and maintaining your garden

Best electric garden shredders Richard Hood

8 best laptops under £1000 UK 2023

8 best laptops under £1000 UK 2023 David Phelan

Best sleeping bags for camping in summer 2022 UK

Best sleeping bags for camping in summer UK Jacob Little

Best garden parasols UK 2023: garden umbrellas for blocking sun and wind

Best garden parasols and umbrellas for blocking sun and wind Katrina Conaglen

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EEN reporter, Annabelle Gauntlett, reviews Harry Styles concert at Murrayfield Stadium.

Harry Styles delivers a showstopping performance Annabelle Gauntlett

Harry Styles has now cleverly reinvented himself after his One Direction years (Photo: Helene Marie Pambrun via Getty Images)

Discovering the power of Harry and One Direction - Kevin Buckle By The Newsroom

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Mental load a major barrier to adoption of e-vehicles by women in UK Richard Jenkins