Waseem Abuaglin moved to Scotland from his homeland of Gaza in 1999 and is fearful for his family and friends back in the Palestinian territory.

I love life in Edinburgh but dread family calls from back home in Gaza

Edinburgh voted against a congestion charge in 2005. Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

Edinburgh to explore introducing congestion charge

The Just East-sponored hire scheme in Edinburgh closed in 2021. (Photo by Greg Macvean)

Edinburgh electric cycle hire scheme gets go-ahead

The Causey

City transport projects restored to priority list

The historic harbour suffered significant storm damage. Picture: Fife Free Press

The 10 most expensive Scottish seaside towns and villages to live in

Liam Nolan outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Man who paid child in Ukraine to perform sex acts on video is jailed

On average, firms in the North East lose £2,721 a year due to cyber-attacks

'Personal and sensitive' school data stolen in cyber attack

Macauley Martin, 26, from Livingston in West Lothian was arrested in connection with a fatal crash in Leeds on Friday, May 16

Man arrested days after teenager killed in hit and run

The former tattoo studio will be transformed into a new restaurant after plans were approved.

Tattoo parlour to be transformed into a new restaurant

The Edinburgh Marathon is the largest event of its type in Scotland

Edinburgh Marathon weather forecast as rain set to return

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Sport

Watch video of new Hearts signing Kyziridis scoring goals for fun

Winger from Greece is moving to the Scottish Premiership for season 2025/26

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Rangers coach leaves to join Hearts in a key role

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Kabangu discusses his Hearts future & what he wants ahead of transfer

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Second Hearts transfer done with more new signings to follow

UEFA confirm Scotland's fate with England, Wales, Ireland at Euro 2028

Tony Bloom is proposing investment into Hearts

Hearts' challenge to Celtic & Rangers explained by football expert

SFA punishment for Dhanda after red card appeal

Hibs Latest

Postecoglou and Montgomery ahead of a Europa League meeting with Rangers at Ibrox earlier in their run to Bilbao.

Axed Hibs boss helps Tottenham to Europa League glory in Bilbao

Players and fans enjoyed an Easter Road love-in after final game of season.

Exclusive Hibs ace Cadden opens up on emotional connection with Easter Road fans

Hibs Women got their hands on the SWPL trophy - as did a few others at Sunday night’s bash.

Exclusive Hibs SWPL title party underlines unity as Gayle goes on photo quest

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Hibs boss Gray's plans for Scottish Cup final as Euro destiny decided

Crime

Man charged in connection with serious sexual assault

Roger Shaw outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Former care home manager physically and sexually abused young girls

Police launch investigation after pensioner assaulted

West Yorkshire Police said Macauley Martin, 26, from Livingston in West Lothian ‘remains wanted on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving’

Man wanted in connection with hit and run which left teenager dead

James Campbell from Broughty Ferry, who was reported missing on Monday,

Police appeal for information after 82-year-old reported missing

Appeal after home break-in and car theft

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The Edinburgh Marathon is the largest event of its type in Scotland.

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Carbona Not Glue at the CLuny, Newcastle

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Ant and Dec host BGT once again in 2025

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JoJo Siwa appears to have 'confirmed' a relationship with a fellow CBB star

CBB star ‘confirms’ romance with ITV housemate

Retro

​The museum sheds light in an important part of Scotland’s industrial past.

Museum launches major fundraising campaign to secure its future

A major Midlothian heritage site has launched a fundraising campaign to help safeguard the future of an irreplaceable part of Scotland’s industrial history.

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What smell do you most associate with the 1970s?

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These are some of the things you found in almost every 70s household

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These are some of the most valuable Lego minifigures, according to BrickEconomy.com

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These were some of the Eurovision Song Contest's most popular presenters of the 70s, 80s and 90s

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Homes & Gardens

Properties in Scotland are now worth on average £185,939

Edinburgh homes soar by £17,000 in a year

The Scottish capital continues to flourish in the property market, surpassing the UK average price increase according to the latest House Price Index figures.

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Edinburgh based housing association secures £13m funding injection

Prices in some parts of the UK, like North East Derbyshire, have soared, while in some of London's poshest neighbourhoods, including Kensington and Chelsea, they have plummeted

The big house price winners and losers

These are some of the UK's top cities, which have made the top 100 in the 2025 list of Europe's Best Cities

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An artist's impression of the planned new area in Granton.

Large mixed-use residential led development with 847 homes approved

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Lifestyle

Have a look through our picture gallery to see the 15 best and worst rated GP surgeries in East Lothian. Photo: Pixabay

15 East Lothian GP surgeries rated 'best and worst'

A heritage gem, perfect for a day out and only 7 miles from Edinburgh

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ANON is launching its premium alcohol-free ‘Summer Cocktail’ on Ocado.com, the world’s largest dedicated online supermarket.

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An expert warned that regularly waking up 'too early' could indicate a thyroid problem

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Your World

Gregor Poynton MP at a business roundtable.

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Neil Parry (Persimmon Homes East Scotland Managing Director), Jane Wood (Homes for Scotland Chief Executive), Paul McLennan MSP, Katie Wood (The Ridge Managing Director) and Jen (Joinery Apprentice at The Ridge).

Dunbar charity receives £4,000 boost from Persimmon Homes East Scotland

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Homecare’s Got Talent returns for 2025 – and entries are now open!

People

Browse our photo gallery for the top 13 primary schools in East Lothian, ranked by the latest data available in 2025. Photo: Pixabay

The 13 best East Lothian primary schools in 2025

The best performing state primary schools in East Lothian have been named – and it will make interesting reading for parents and guardians.

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Antonietta Coppola, who lives in Corstorphine, made lasagnes and tiramisu for the doctors and nurses who cared for her during her cancer treatment.

'I made lasagnes for all the hospital staff who helped save my life'

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Best in Edinburgh

Cold Town House in Edinburgh's Grassmarket is famed for its breathtaking views.

Edinburgh pub named among best UK beer gardens

The Wetherspoons-owned Caley Picture House, on Lothian Road, is one of the biggest pubs in Edinburgh.

Giant Edinburgh Wetherspoon pub crowned one of the best in the UK

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A new study has revealed the cheapest and most expensive cities in the UK to buy a pint.

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Opinion

QI panellist, comedian and Jonathan Creek star Alan Davies, is back with his new show, Think Ahead

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An upgrade to the cycle route from Balerno to East Calder via Kirknewton is being proposed

Cycle route upgrade takes the biscuit - Sue Webber

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen at a press conference at the end of the UK-EU Summit (Picture: Carl Court/PA Wire)

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Some youths are using illegal souped-up e-bikes

Illegal e-bikes becoming a scourge - Sue Webber

In South West Edinburgh, police have targeted the illegal use of e-bikes and e-Scooters as part of Operation Pillar

Operation targets illegal e-bike and e-scooter use - Niven Bull

Johnny Keating’s version rang out across Goodison Park for the final time as Everton and Southampton players walked out for kick off on Sunday (Picture: Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

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Royal Navy, Army and RAF personnel have received a new above inflation pay rise, less than 12 months after a previous salary increase.

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What are the most coveted musical DVD releases that users of online marketplace Discogs are after?

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Metallica have announced four UK tour dates as part of their M27 World Tour for 2026.

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Kendrick Lamar continues his incredible 12 months with 10 nominations at this year’s American Music Awards

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