Europe

Who invented Christmas Crackers and where did the tradition begin?

Edinburgh's Christmas market has been named the third best Christmas market in Europe in research carried out by Saga Cruises. Photo by SWNS.

City has 'third best Christmas Market in Europe'

The new W hotel offers stunning views of Edinburgh, including from here, the Wow suite living room.

New hotel with stunning views from rooftop terrace opens

Research suggests Edinburgh Christmas market sells the best hot chocolate in Europe and is the most 'Instagrammable' Christmas event in Scotland

Christmas market has the best hot chocolate in Europe TripAdvisor data reveals

President of the European council and soon to be Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk

EU would welcome Scotland - Angus Robertson

Ryanair is axing flights from Edinburgh Airport to Turin in Italy, Santiago de Compostela in Spain, and Carcassone, Nîmes and Poitiers in France.

Ryanair axes routes to Italy, Spain and France

The Shore at Leith has been voted the best neighbourhood in the UK and Ireland. Picture: Scott Louden.

Historic area of Edinburgh named best neighbourhood in the UK at awards

Aurora, located on Leith's Great Junction Street, will cease trading after the bells on Hogmanay.

Popular city restaurant announces its 'sad closure'

Amadou Bakayoko believes Dundee can reach Europe

Latest news from Hibs and Hearts' Scottish Premiership rivals

Edinburgh is the second most popular choice for Brits after London

Edinburgh second top holiday destination as Brits choose 'staycations'

A Remembrance poppy wreath

Remembrance Day far is too close - Angus Robertson

Set to open in September 2024, Lost Shore Surf Resort in Ratho will be world’s first inland surfing resort with largest wave pool in Europe
Photo: Armadilla and Wavegarden

First look at new surf resort which is set to open in 2024

The evenings are set to get darker in Edinburgh after the clocks go back on Sunday at 2am. Photo by Getty.

All you need to know as the clocks go back this weekend

Lost Shore Surf Resort Edinburgh is set to open in September 2024. Partnering with Spanish firm Wavegarden, the resort will utilise cutting edge wave technology capable of producing up to 1000 customisable waves per hour from 52 software driven modules

Edinburgh set to have the largest surfing complex in Europe

Edinburgh City Chambers. Neil Hanna Photography

Councillors’ Code of Conduct needs to include ECHR article

Roslin, which is home to the 500-year-old Rosslyn Chapel, pictured, was ranked at No.5 on a list of the creepiest villages in Europe.

Local village named amongst 'creepiest' places in Europe
At No.1 on the list is the Romanian village of Bran, in the heart of Transylvania...

Wizz Air moves Edinburgh flights to Glasgow

Wizz airline scraps Edinburgh airport flights

The solar panels which can potentially generate up to 880,000 kWh of power a year and produce around a quarter of the conservation charity’s annual electricity consumption. Photo: RZSS

Edinburgh Zoo's solar meadow will produce a quarter of the charity's electricity

The Student's editor-in-chief Joe Sullivan, centre, with deputy editors-in-chief Callum Devereux, left, and Rachel Hartley, right.

Europe's oldest student publication struggles to stay in print

Edinburgh is famous for hotels such as The Balmoral and several new ones are in the pipeline but demand is said to be outstripping supply.

UK grabs top spot for hotel building but demand outstrips supply in Edinburgh

Could ferry services soon by coming to Rosyth or Leith? Stock photo by John Devlin.

Support for Scotland to Europe ferry link

Brandon Barker continues his hunt for a club in 2023/24 season

Football news: Celtic target emerges as ex-Rangers player on the hunt

Angus Robertson, right, with Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg

Sure Scotland will rejoin EU - Angus Robertson

Satellite view of Earth taken on September 6 shows Saharan dust blowing over the UK.

Windows and cars left ‘dusty’ as Sahara sand blows across UK

A group of Hearts supporters from Edinburgh proudly display their flag tribute to Fraser Wanless on a trip to Greece.

Greek football ultras steal flag tribute to Hearts fan

Scotland Pipeline Graphic from report launch

Scotland works for key Euro energy role - Angus Robertson

Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lorna Slater

An independent Scotland in the EU could thrive - Lorna Slater
The Believe in Scotland / Yes for EU protest on Saturday showed the strength of the movement for a fairer, greener and independent Scotland in Europe.

Oktoberfest marks 10th anniversary in Edinburgh: Tickets now on sale for one of the most fun events in the city. Picture – supplied.

Ad Feature Oktoberfest is back in Edinburgh: Full details unveiled

Hibs interim boss David Gray led his side to a rare victory over Aberdeen at Pittodrie. Picture: Paul Phelan / SNS Group

Gray hails Hibs' effort in rare Dons win

Paolo Nutini played at Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre. Photo: Hans-Peter van Velthoven

Review: Paolo Nutini on top form at Edinburgh gig

Interim boss David Gray has urged the Hibs players to treat Sunday's trip to Aberdeen like a cup final. Picture: Craig Foy / SNS Group

Gray: Dons game a cup final for Hibs

Andy Halliday wants more game time at Hearts with his contract in its final year. Pic: SNS

Andy Halliday holds talks with Hearts management to make his feelings clear

Blink 182 tour: UK & Ireland reunion tour postponed as Travis Barker returns home - will dates be rescheduled?

Blink 182 postpone UK & Ireland shows - what has been said?

Jhon Duran of Aston Villa nips between Hibs defenders Paul Hanlon and Rocky Bushiri to score the opener at Villa Park. Picture: Clive Mason / Getty Images

Hibs exit Europe but restore some pride with improved display against Villa

The 1975 announce ‘Still… At Their Very Best’ UK tour including Glasgow & London - list of dates & tickets

The 1975 announce massive UK tour 2024 - List of dates & tickets

Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lorna Slater

It is time for Scotland to rejoin the EU - Lorna Slater

Kyosuke Tagawa and Kenneth Vargas should be involved for Hearts against PAOK. Pic: SNS

Hearts players cleared for Greek flight after UK visa issues

In January, Public Health Scotland issued a warning about the increase of opioids found on the streets and in prisons (Picture: Eric Baradat/AFP/Getty Images)

We cannot sit back and wait for opioids to destroy a generation of lost boys and...

The Hibs players leave the field of play after the defeat by Livingston. Midfielder Jimmy Jeggo believes the team are conceding too many soft goals. Picture: Simon Wootton / SNS Group

Hibs midfielder blasts 'soft goals' after Livi loss

Cammy Devlin wants Hearts' European run to continue after ties against Rosenborg and PAOK Salonika. Pic: SNS

Devlin explains why he'd take a red despite suspension tightrope

Barrie McKay will be back in action for Hearts in European Conference League play-off

Hearts v PAOK TV channel and how to watch

Dad had to pay £3k and drive 1,102 miles due to Brexit passport rule

The Hearts and Hibs European ties will both be shown on BBC Scotland this week.

Hearts and Hibs Euro ties will be live on TV

The Bullring shopping mall in the centre of Birmingham has plent of restaurants and bars for Hibs supporters to enjoy before heading to Villa Park in the city's Aston area for the battle of Britain football match.

9 pubs for Hibs fans to visit in Birmingham

Hearts players celebrate Cammy Devlin's first goal against Rosenborg. Pic: SNS

Offiah hope for Hearts and 'knackered' Denholm after Euro rollercoaster

Cold Town House, in Edinburgh's Grassmarket, has just been named as one of the ‘Best Rooftop Bars in Europe in 2023’. Photo: Cold Town House

Edinburgh pub named among '50 Best Rooftop Bars in Europe'

Will Lauren James be available for the World Cup final?

Conductor Tan Dun, dancer Chen Yining and the London Philharmonic Orchestra (Picture: Edinburgh International Festival)

A magic woven every year in August - Joanna Mowat

Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lorna Slater

- Lorna Slater

Riders cycle down the Royal Mile at the start of the men's Elite Road Race at the Cycling World Championships in Edinburgh on August 6

Cycling world championships have beamed Scotland’s beauty and hospitality across...

Christian Doidge with manager Lee Johnson in training ahead of Hibs' first leg match with Andorran side Inter Club d'Escaldes last month. Picture: SNS

Christian Doidge responds to uncertainty over Hibs future

Hearts and Hibs are hoping to reach the Conference League play-off.

UEFA confirm Hearts and Hibs pots for Conference League draw

Liz McAreavey, CEO at Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce

Edinburgh Airport set for post-pandemic take off - Liz McAreavey

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan won’t mark Queen’s death with royal family

Working to ensure internet access in the capital - Angus Robertson