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View of The Jenners Building from the corner of Princes Street and South St David Street

First look: The Jenners Building façade nears its big reveal

Rainbow Glass for Jenners. Copyright Jim Stephenson 2026

Scaffolding set to be removed from Edinburgh's iconic Jenners building

QR code stickers offering mail delivery of illegal drugs spark alarm

NHS Lothian aims to relocate all services from Liberton Hospital by the end of the year. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

Planning round-up: New homes at hospital site and shop on busy street

There has been a delay at some schools in installing the magnets needed to unlock the pouches

Mobile phone ban still not fully up and running in all schools

Edinburgh council would effectively be abolished under the government's proposals

Council leaders call for rethink on council shake-up

Residents gathered outside City Chambers as councillors voted overwhelmingly to delay their eviction

Council to push for delay to artists' eviction from St Margaret's

Hibernian's Martin Boyle (L) and Hearts' Oisin McEntee in action

Hearts vs Hibs injury latest: 12 players out, three doubts & ace back

Halloween homes in Edinburgh.

15 great spooky Edinburgh Halloween homes across the city

Police are appealing for witnesses

Police appeal after six-year-old boy was slapped across face

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East Linton Bowling Club.

Drink driving bowling club president granted licence to sell alcohol

Edinburgh City Chambers.

Controversial council motion passes after impassioned Zionism debate

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Councillors raise the alarm on an influx of AI-generated complaints

Lothian Buses has said without a bus gate it will not divert its No 31 service into West Craigs

Measures to protect bus drivers ramped up during 'peak' disorder

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These £99 grown-up UK getaways offer activities for adults

Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

Boots unveils £25 beauty crackers worth over £70

Sport

Hibs predicted XI as changes on cards for Hearts semi-final at Hampden
Changes in midfield line-up as Easter Road side seek Edinburgh derby victory at national stadium
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Hearts predicted team v Hibs: Front four, full-backs and Mato call

Exclusive Hearts foursome to cause Hibs havoc - Hampden history on their side

Reedijk's keys to Hampden victory: How 'front foot' Hibs can win derby

The derby lesson Hibs must learn to beat Hearts - ace in red card plea

Hearts Latest

McCart reveals Hearts' non-negotiable issue against Hibs at Hampden

Breaking Hearts medical scan will determine team v Hibs as one player returns

Hearts and Hibs meet at Hampden this weekend.

Hearts vs Hibs semi-final ticket sales latest ahead of Hampden clash

Hearts Jordi Altena and Rogers Mato warms up during a William Hill Premiership match between Heart of Midlothian and Rangers

Hearts player sparks Tynecastle thinking after 'strong' performances

Hibs Latest

Breaking Hibs fitness latest amid 'very clear' Hearts message ahead of Hampden

'Special bond' between Hibs boss and Hearts goalie faces Hampden test

Hibs 'all or nothing' Hampden Hearts mission as league gap dismissed

St Johnstone's Josh Campbell scores to make it 2-2 during a William Hill Premiership match between St Johnstone and Motherwell at McDiarmid Park,

Hibs player shares woe that impacted Easter Road transfer decision

Crime

Thomas Morrison, pictured inset, left victim Ryan Wain bloodied and unconscious and suffering from a fractured skull when the pair clashed in the street outside a pub.

Man dubbed ‘Tartan Army Tommy’ jailed for brutal street attack

Three e-bikes were seized on Wednesday, October 28

Three e-bikes seized as police crackdown on illegal riding

A quantity of fireworks were recovered during a police operation in Wallyford

Teenager, 19, arrested after fireworks recovered during police raid

Police Scotland have raised concerns over the workload around Prevent referrrals. Picture: John Devlin

Two teen girls charged with assault after 'disturbance' in Bonnyrigg

Police car. (Pic credit: John Devlin)

Police crackdown on thefts and assaults as three people arrested

Midlothian-based soldier Darryn Bezuidenhout pictured outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court.

Soldier jailed for horror eight-year campaign of abuse against partner

What's On

Teviot House all lit up for Christmas in 2022.

Christmas light switch-on returns following building’s renovation

Alt-pop Edinburgh-based US artist Alas De Liona returns with cinematic, 80s-tinged drama for second album Noble Rot, out now.

City singer releases her 'vampiric' second album in time for Halloween

Iconic Bollywood film KUCH KUCH HOTA HAI to celebrate 30th anniversary at 2028 Edinburgh International Film Festival

Cult Bollywood film to come to Scottish screens for 30th anniversary

Singer-songwriter Sam Fender has announced a huge Edinburgh tour date at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium next summer

Sam Fender adds second Murrayfield gig to 2027 tour

Retro

Edinburgh primary school football teams over the years.

30 great photos of primary school football teams over the years
Mud and glory on Edinburgh’s football pitches for generations of pupils
Kevin Quinn

People shopping in St John's Road, Corstorphine, September 1980.

17 amazing photos of Edinburgh in 1980 – including lost nightclub

Life in Trinity over the years.

27 great Edinburgh photos of life in Trinity over the years

Retro look back at life in Craiglockhart.

30 great Edinburgh photos of life in Craiglockhart over the years

17 photos show life in Edinburgh during the 90s

Evening News Obituaries

Phil Wheeler served first as transport convener and then as finance convener when the Lib Dems were in power at the City Chambers

Tributes to former Lib Dem councillor Phil Wheeler, 'Mr Corstorphine'

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Kiltwalkers unite to honour pioneering charity worker

Many dog owners worry about what will happen to their pet after they are gone.

How to leave money to your pet in your will - expert outlines options

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Lifestyle

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Property: Attractive and spacious two-bedroom top floor flat

This striking former 1930's Art Deco cinema conversion is brimming with stunning architectural flourishes, and nestled on the bank of the Water of Leith.

Property: Stylish two-bedroom apartment in former Art Deco cinema

Set in coveted Colinton, this spacious four-bedroom property is packed with potential to be an incredible family home, with a stunning garden.

Property: Four-bedroom home packed with potential in desirable area

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e.l.f. has a range of Christmas gift sets for beauty lovers

Opinion

Growing intercity traffic takes up capacity to grow train transport around the city. Picture: Michael Gillen

Edinburgh needs rail investment to capitalise on existing success

Rob Falcon leads the campaign for the tram train proposal for the Edinburgh South Suburban Railway. But he’s also an important commentator on transport generall...

Donald Anderson

The Chancellor has unveiled a ‘cost-of-living Budget’. Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA

Will we see the Budget bear fruit up here?

The Scottish Greens are proposing a new railcard for people in their thirties and forties, offering a third off rail fares and funded by a Frequent Flyer Levy on those who fly most often

A railcard for wider age groups can help Scotland travel greener

The Capital’s public transport goes from strength to strength

Donald Anderson

Special envoy Steve Witkoff, centre, credited the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, left, with being ‘a humanitarian’ last week, a description that is widely disputed. Picture: Alexander Kazakov/Sputnik via AP

To call Putin ‘a humanitarian’ is an abuse of the English language

The Ross Fountain

Magic memories of Ross Fountain in full flow one fine morning

China sees self-ruled Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be under Beijing's control. Picture: Alex Wong/Getty Images

We have a moral duty to stand with Taiwan - Alex Cole-Hamilton

Business

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

The legendary record shop first opened in 1983

Legendary Edinburgh record store to close after four decades

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

UK Trending

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Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

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