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IntersectionsLove Bites: Sympathetic Resonance
This month’s columnist reflects on a musical love affair with a harp Read more »| 05 Nov 2026 -
Food And DrinkMore, More, More: Explore Leith, Newhaven and the Shore
As the festive season gets underway, there’s plenty to explore in Leith, Newhaven and the Shore, and a new voucher scheme to help you make the most of it all Read more »| 02 Nov 2026 -
Food And DrinkAuld but Gold: November’s Edinburgh Resident Rewards
From learning the untold histories of the Old Town to finding out more about the national drink, there’s plenty for Edinburgh residents to explore in their city this November Read more »| 02 Nov 2026 -
IntersectionsAsk Anahit: Art in Hard Times
In this month's advice column, one reader asks how to maintain hope in the face of collapse Read more »| 21 Oct 2026 -
StudentsCheap Thrills: Student Recipes
Flat warmings, potlucks and easy midweek meals – we’ve asked chefs from top Scottish dining spots to share their budget student recipes Read more »| 20 Oct 2026 -
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Ask Anahit: Student Friendship Edition
In this student special advice extravaganza, our resident agony aunt tackles your friendship at university questions Read more »| 20 Oct 2026
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IntersectionsLove Bites: First Round On Me
This month’s columnist reflects on the selfish wonders of a selfless act Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
IntersectionsKeeping the Faith: Rethinking religion at university
Revival or survival – reports suggest Gen Z are on the search for meaning during challenging times, but can answers be found in Christian spaces? Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
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Ask Anahit: Ex Files
In this month's advice column, one reader spirals when they see an ex Read more »| 06 Oct 2026 -
StudentsStudent Guide: Horoscopes for every Scottish University
Mystic Myrtle offers a horoscope reading for every star sign, and the Scottish University that most resembles it Read more »| 05 Oct 2026 -
Food And DrinkMountain Momo, Edinburgh
Mountain Momo serve up some plant-based Himalayan treats at their new permanent home in the west of Edinburgh Read more »| 05 Oct 2026 -
IntersectionsFuture Funds: The Basic Income for Artists Scotland campaign
Low pay, precarious contracts – Scotland’s creative workers want change. We speak to organisers and artists involved in the Basic Income for Artists Scotland campaign about creative freedom, class inequality and the nation’s cultural future Read more »| 03 Sep 2026 -
Food And DrinkSunshine on Leith: Explore Leith, Newhaven and the Shore
Leith, Newhaven and the Shore are home to great galleries, excellent independent shops, brilliant breweries and enough top-notch coffee to keep you going all day – here’s a few of our highlights Read more »| 02 Sep 2026 -
FashionExploring identity through fashion and hair with Crazy Color
We catch up with three creatives from completely different backgrounds to talk about the importance of personal identity through hair colour and fashion Read more »| 02 Sep 2026 -
TravelAccess All Areas: Exploring the Tay Country by Wheelchair
Leading accessibility travel writer Carrie-Ann Lightley talks to us about a recent trip to Scotland's Tay County, where she encountered woodland accommodation, Highland coos and a wonderful exhibition of art and design by disabled people Read more »| 31 Aug 2026