Top chefs Paul Rankin and Nick Nairn set off on their latest epic culinary road trip and cultural journey of discovery in their new series, which starts tonight at 8pm on STV. Continue reading Top chefs serve up a new series of their culinary road trip as they explore Canada
– Three UK cities rank in the bottom ten globally for concentration of fast food outlets –
– UK ranks as 11th worst country globally for adult obesity and the WORST in Europe –
Recent analysis by online home rental company Spotahome has revealed that Edinburgh ranks as the 3rd worst city in Europe for number of fast food outlets, and 5th worst in the world. Continue reading Edinburgh obesity levels on the rise as city has 5th highest number of fast-food outlets in the world
AN ICONIC children’s toy is assisting in the development of communication skills for young people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Continue reading Lego helps to build communication skills of young people with ASD
The British Lung Foundation has called on councillors in Edinburgh to adopt ambitious proposals for a low emission zone in the city, following publication of proposals to radically overhaul traffic and transport priorities in Edinburgh. Continue reading Breathe easy: city council urged to be bold with low-emission zone
The cast of Let It Be took a break from rehearsals in London this morning this week to become Day Trippers on a Magical Mystery Tour to recreate one of The Beatles’ most iconic images. Continue reading Let It Be cast recreate iconic image on Abbey Road
Deidre Brock MP has slammed the UK government’s ‘hostile environment’ policy after a dozen authors who were planning to attend this year’s Edinburgh International Book Festival have had their visas refused. Continue reading UK Government’s ‘hostile environment’ keep authors away from Book Festival, says Brock
House hunters across Scotland are being urged to check the property’s heating system before buying a new home to help avoid any unexpected costs. Continue reading Not checking heating system biggest regret of house buyers in Scotland
A digital experiment is hoping to tackle large social issues by using an app to inspire an outbreak of small good deeds. Continue reading deedit: app spreads acts of kindness on city streets
A man responsible for the death of a man in Longstone has been convicted. Nico Allan (24) was found guilty of the murder of Mark Squires at the High Court on Wednesday and will be sentenced next month. Continue reading Man convicted of Longstone murder
Scotland will reduce its suicide rate by 20% by 2022, Mental Health Minister Clare Haughey has said as she announced the country’s new prevention plan. Continue reading Scottish Government launches Suicide Prevention Plan
