The Latest Breaking News from Edinburgh

Edinburgh hotel guests fume at 'generic service' after paying for room upgrade

A four-star hotel has apologised after a customer left a seething review after they bought an upgrade. The customer claimed the room wasn't up to standard and was unimpressed with the style of balloons they received.

Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023

19th century Scottish criminal records including man jailed for 'annoying his mother'

New research from the National Records of Scotland has revealed some of the most bizarre and grisly crimes that people in Scotland were locked up for in the 19th century.

Daily Record · May 10, 2023

Niaomi Doran: Concerns for missing East Lothian girl last seen walking on high street

Police in Dunbar are appealing to the public in trying to trace a missing 14-year-old that was last seen on Dunbar High Street at around 8.45pm on May 8. Her parents are concerned for her wellbeing.

Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023

Edinburgh to be hit with thunderstorms as Met Office puts warning in place

Edinburgh is set for a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across the capital - with the Met Office forecasting two days of downpours.

Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023

Maven makes £1.25 million follow-on investment in Liftango

Edinburgh-based business will use the money to expand further internationally

Insider UK · May 10, 2023

The Edinburgh venues named in Scottish Burger Restaurant of Year award shortlist

At Edinburgh Live, we love a good burger and know that Edinburgh is home to some of the best eateries in the country - and it appears the judges at a top awards agree with us.

Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023

Plane passenger left fuming as woman nicks seat and refuses to give it back

One holidaymaker has been left seething after they had their plane seat stolen on a flight, where the seating was unreserved - and the thief refused to give up the seat.

Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023

Man, 40, dies from suspected carbon monoxide leak in Mallorca

Newlywed Jaime Carsi, 40, found in holiday let and wife, Mary Somerville, 39, is in serious condition in hospital

The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2023

Australian living in Scotland shares local phrases that make 'so much sense'

The Aussie has been living in Scotland for a number of months and says that he cannot wait to bring back some of the favourite sayings that he has picked up during his time living here.

Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023

New Waverley student accommodation plans published

Public consultation events are scheduled for May and June before a planning application is submitted

Insider UK · May 10, 2023