A man’s body has been found at a beauty spot in Edinburgh.

Man found dead at beauty spot as emergency crews rush to scene

Morris McLean appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Teenager fined after head butting Hearts player in city centre bar

A revamp of Portobello town centre is to b paused. Picture: Dan Phillips

City transport projects divided into two lists: 'proceed' and 'pause'

The boy was bitten outside a shop at Drumshoreland Road, Pumpherston.

Three-year-old boy bitten by bulldog outside shop

Sage-Ahliea Gold was found to be carrying more than 16 kilos of herbal cannabis in a suitcase when she arrived at Edinburgh Airport in August last year.

Student broke down in tears after she was caught with drugs in airport

A rare coastal gem just steps from the beach, this charming, detached home in Portobello blends period character with modern style. Set within a beautifully landscaped walled garden, 19 Bedford Terrace features vaulted pine ceilings, exposed beams, and a striking stained-glass window. Already under offer, having been available for offers over £575,000, this unique home offers versatile family living in a peaceful setting just moments from Portobello’s vibrant High Street and promenade.

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Cowgate reopens after building blaze

Robbie Williams, pictured above in 2003, at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.

Robbie Williams slashes ticket prices for Murrayfield show

Christie & Co has been instructed to market Grosvenor Gardens Hotel, a charming hotel in Edinburgh’s vibrant West End.

Hotel in historic building dating back to 1890 goes up for sale

Gym reopens with 'latest technology’ after closing two years ago

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European guarantees up for grabs as Easter Road side seek clean sweep of top flight rivals

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Beni wanted reassurance on McInnes and says he hates facing Killie

Hibs Women coach Grant Scott is closing in on title

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Soon to be Hearts manager Derek McInnes.

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Hearts release players as part of a Tynecastle overhaul

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Derek McInnes to Hearts latest and Liam Fox's future talk

Fox due a Hearts 'thank you' from fans, players and directors

Hearts impressive recent record gives hope ahead of St Johnstone clash

Hearts and Kilmarnock open talks after approach for Derek McInnes

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Hibs recent record against St Mirren as Gray's men continue Euro push

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Crime

Police launch investigation after vehicles stolen from outside home

24/7 police station closed to the public 40 times in six weeks

Campbell Taylor, 49, pictured outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court.

Stables boss sexually assaulted women at livery yards

A 58-year-old man was assaulted at around 1am on Tuesday, May 6 on Elbe Street in Leith. He was rushed to hospital for treatment.

58-year-old man assaulted and taken to hospital

Taylor Welsh, 20, and Leo Brown, 22, were part of a group who chased victim Scott Christie onto the roof of Edinburgh’s Waverley station.

Two friends slammed for chasing teen onto roof of train station

Pupils in Edinburgh have been cut off from revision resources ahead of exam dates following an attempted cyber attack.

Council hit by cyber attack affecting schools network

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Sleep Token are set to headline Download Festival 2025 - but are they set to clash with anyone now the set times have been revealed?

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Retro

Which ice cream which reminds you of your childhood would you most like to see brought back?

11 retro ice creams and lollies you'd love to see return

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Retro video games could be worth thousands of pounds, even if they are used and in some cases lacking their boxes, according to new research by Currys

The 20 most valuable retro video games you might own, worth up to £4K

Do you remember these and other popular lunch box snacks and drinks of the 1980s?

13 retro snacks every 80s child wanted in their lunch box at school

The 1982 Eurovision Song Contest was staged in the north of England for the first time. That year's show opened with the question 'Where is Harrogate?' as an international audience was introduced to the charms of the North Yorkshire spa town.

When Eurovision came to Harrogate - a look back at the 1982 final

Scroll through our photo gallery and journey back to 1988.

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Homes & Gardens

Mortgage adviser Liam Cockerham has offered his expert advice to first-time buyers on the pitfalls to avoid, including one easy mistake to make

The one easy mistake to avoid when buying your first home

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These are some of the best places to live in Scotland, according to Garrington Property Finders, where family homes are becoming better value

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The Hampshire home is a new-build, in a stunning new development

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Lifestyle

Take a look through our gallery to see 18 photos of Edinburgh’s finest pubs as the city is named as ‘Britain's best place for a pint’. Photo: Pixabay

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Edinburgh's The Village Bistro, on Main Street, Davidson's Mains, has been put on the market.

Bistro which holds 'prominent place in local dining scene' up for sale

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Your World

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Rosehill High School S1 pupils took part in a recent DIY masterclass led by Barratt Homes.

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People

The 17 local winners at prestigious pie awards

The winners of the 2025 World Championship Scotch Pie Awards have been announced – and a host of top butchers and bakeries across Edinburgh and the Lothians claimed prizes.

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Scroll through our gallery to see 14 Scottish universities ranked highest to lowest for ‘student satisfaction’ in 2025. Photo: Pixabay

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Eilidh Mutch from Edinburgh spent years working behind bars, and decided to set up a business to help bring fun back to pubs.

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The Barlogist, on Commercial Street in Edinburgh, will call last orders on Saturday May 17.

Award-winning cocktail bar to close ‘after many wonderful years’

A pretty pub near Edinburgh has made the list of the 12 best beer gardens in Britain, according to Eat Drink Meet.

Beer garden with 'stunning views' named among the best in Britain

Opinion

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer holds a press conference on immigration at Downing Street (Picture: Ian Vogler - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Starmer becomes a Farage tribute act on immigration - Angus Robertson

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Businessman Sir Tom Farmer, the founder of the KwikFit garage chain, has died aged 84.

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John Swinney has reversed the decision last year to scrap the trial of all-day off-peak fares.

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Portobello High School will be first in Scotland to introduce a zero-phone policy for pupils. Pupils will place their devices into magnet-locked Yondr pouches for the duration of the school day. Pictured are S3 pupils Julia and Carly (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

No more snapping up bargains on Vinted during Modern Studies - Susan Dalgety

Young musicians from Big Noise Wester Hailes performing for council leader Jane Meagher

We now need to continue Val’s legacy - Jane Meagher

The detailed plans for the statue of Hugo the cat.

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Business

The medals of a Portsmouth soldier honoured for his heroics in the First World War are going up for sale in Southsea, including a Victoria Cross.

"Worthless" WWI medals to be sold at auction - and could fetch £250k

Nissan is to axe 20,000 jobs worldwide amid "weak sales"

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Google is updating its G logo.

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M&S gives update following cyber attack after customers noticed changes to loyalty card

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