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Energy price cap hiked to more than 80% to £3,549 from October 1 as costs soar

The cap will come into effect for around 24 million households in England, Scotland and Wales on default energy tariffs on October 1, and will remain in place until December 31, when it will be adjusted again.

Edinburgh Live

Bin strikes spread as more workers walk out across Scotland

Unions have already rejected a 5% wage increase.

The Independent UK

Desperate residents use own baths and hire skips to store rubbish as bin strikes hit

Edinburgh residents have been forced to come up with unusual solutions like storing rubbish in baths due to a city bin strike which has led to huge piles of waste build up in the streets

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'Utterly incompetent' SNP Green government slammed by trade union chief over bin strike

Gary Smith said the Scottish Government had tried to "pass the buck and pass the responsibility onto local government".

Daily Record

Sean Connery's wife stages secret send off as icon taken on final trip around Scotland

Wife Micheline, 93, and other family members attended a lavish event at the Dalmeny Estate near Edinburgh after arriving in Scotland in a specially hired luxury train.

Daily Record

Hearts vs FC Zurich broadcast cuts out as fans slam 'shambles' TV blunder

BBC Scotland apologised to viewers for the loss of coverage during a rare Europa League qualifier for Hearts. Unfortunately by the time the game reappeared on screens the Edinburgh side had fallen a goal behind.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe Festival weather forecast as 2022 festival comes to a close

If you are heading to Edinburgh's Fringe Festival soon, here's what the Met Office has to say about the weather that lies ahead - and unsurprisingly, there's rain in their predictions.

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Edinburgh to Fife ferries 'could be like New York service' as plans back on agenda

Plans to connect Edinburgh with Fife via ferry could be tabled as part of a new public transport plan that will look to bring neighbouring local authorities in closer contact with the capital.

Edinburgh Live

Family of man who died in M8 tragedy say 'no words can describe devastation' as they hail 'fantastic dad'

James Murray, 54, was involved in the fatal collision at Hermiston Gait Roundabout in Edinburgh during rush hour on Tuesday, August 23.

Daily Record

Hibs squad share their favourite TV series in humorous TikTok video

The social media team at Hibs were hard at work giving the fans the content they wanted in a TikTok clip that revealed the some the clubs biggest players favourite TV shows.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh hotel guests woken up at 2am as Hearts fans set off fireworks to wake FC Zurich

Hearts fans besieged the Marriott Hotel on Glasgow Road in the early hours of Thursday morning in an attempt to distrub FC Zurich players ahead of their European clash.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh bin strike 'task force' to clean up worst affected areas of city

Council staff from other departments will be deployed to help with the clean up after councillors agreed the growing piles of litter in the street caused by striking workers was a potential health hazard.

Edinburgh Live

Channel 4 wins channel of the year at Edinburgh as privatisation threat looms

The awards were presented during a ceremony held during the Edinburgh TV Festival.

The Independent UK

Comedian criticises Edinburgh Comedy Awards as one venue dominates nominations

THE Edinburgh Comedy Awards have announced the shortlist for this year’s Best Comedy Show.

The National (Scotland)

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Jet2 offers early bird bonus for winter 23/24 with amazing ski carriage offer

It is offering customers ski carriage for just £1 return if they book a winter 23/24 flight to selected destinations before October 31, 2022

Edinburgh Live

Ex-Scotland rugby captain becomes Edinburgh barista to serve coffee for Doddie Weir charity

The former Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors flanker John Barclay turned from hard runner to barista in the capital this week as he raised funds for a MND charity.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh ice cream kiosk forced to close as bin strikes 'drive away customers'

Overlangshaw Ice Cream has operated their kiosk since 2014 but made the decision to close on Tuesday as the accumulated rubbish in the city drives away customers

The Guardian - UK

Revival of Big Brother ‘depressing’, says Channel 4 executive

Ian Katz also tells Edinburgh TV festival he is unsure whether new PM will push ahead with privatisation of channel

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Edinburgh Live

National Theatre of Scotland wows audiences by bringing Greek classic to life

National Theatre Scotland's performance of the classic Greek tragedy Medea easily stands out amongst other performances during Edinburgh's busy August lineup.

Edinburgh Live

Late night Pride party brings colour to Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Queenz The Show has everything you could want from a drag show. It is over the top loud and proud with vibrant costumes, performances and music. There are also heartfelt moments and plenty of showtunes.

Edinburgh Live

Dad-of-two dies in Edinburgh lorry crash as tributes paid to ‘one of life’s good guys'

James Murray, from Falkirk, has been named as the individual who tragically lost their life when a lorry overturned following a collision on the M8 at Hermiston Gait.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian councillors reject call for 'seat at the table' of workers pension fund

Although Lothian Pension Fund oversees retirement pots for workers in all four Lothian areas, only Edinburgh City Councillors have a say on the decision to merge with Falkirk Council Pension Fund and future investments

Edinburgh Live

Aldi recruiting 100 jobs in Edinburgh after issuing second pay-rise to all staff

Aldi are hiring in and around Edinburgh with 100 jobs up for grabs - positions rage from deputy manager to cleaner and apprentice and comes after the budget supermarket issued a pay-rise to its staff.

Edinburgh Live

Historic Edinburgh hotel warns cafe may be forced to shut due to roadworks

The hotel was part of a deputation to the council outlining the impact of delayed works on the bridge, which may now continue until 2025.

Edinburgh Live

Cost of running oven vs air fryer or microwave - and how to save £600

You could save yourself up to £600 a year on energy costs just by switching which appliance you cook with - here's what the six main types of cooking appliance cost to run

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