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Residents evacuated amid fears Highlands wildfire could spread

One evacuated resident said the impact of the fire could be ‘major unless they get hold of it’.

Evening Standard · Jul 15

Book that reshaped Highland crofting history marked at 50-year gathering

Dr Charlie Lynch attends a two-day conference held to mark 50 years since the publication of a book which ruffled the feathers of Scotland’s…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 14

The Dark review – this gothic crime drama is so icily creepy it’s practically a heatwave antidote

A cold finger of dread will run up your spine as you watch this tale of a Highlands murder investigation. It’s stylish, fun and chilling

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12

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This Scottish road trip made me fall back in love with campervan holidays

Emma Cook may have chequered memories of her childhood camping holidays, but after traversing the Highlands she discovers a more elevated side to life on the open road

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Major delays as Highland trains cancelled and services to Glasgow disrupted

TRAINS in the Highlands have been cancelled after a tree blocked the railway line, with services to Glasgow disrupted

The National (Scotland) · Jul 2

Three hydro-power projects in Highlands given green light by regulator

THREE new Scottish hydro-power projects have moved closer to development after receiving provisional support from the UK’s energy regulator ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26

Papua New Guinea at risk of food shortages as El Niño brings frost and drought

Oxfam predicts PNG will be worst-hit country in Pacific from the weather pattern, with up to 3 million people affected nationwide

The Guardian - AU · Jun 25

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Hollywood star makes 'surprise' charity donation while filming in Highlands

A Hollywood star has made a 'surprise' donation to a Scottish charity while shooting a new film in the Highlands

The National (Scotland) · Jun 20

'Landmark moment' for new Scottish hospital as planning approved

PLANS for a new modern hospital to meet the “evolving needs” of patients in the Highlands have been approved ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 19

Mining company fined after experienced electrician killed by mine fan

Colin Thwaites died in October 2024 while working at Lochaline Quartz Sand Limited’s underground mine in the Highlands.

Evening Standard · Jun 17

Neolithic treasures and sparkling seas on Orkney – all for £2 bus fares

A new cap on bus fares in the Highlands and islands makes exploring this stunning archipelago in Scotland a breeze

The Guardian - UK · May 27

Body found in search for missing hillwalker in Highlands

A BODY has been found in the search for a man who went missing while hiking in the Highlands ...

The National (Scotland) · May 25

Police launch search for two missing Scottish Highlands walkers

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of either Adam Chalmers or Timothy Rosser has been urged to contact police

The Independent UK · May 24

Plan to safeguard Highland dark skies goes before committee

A NEW planning policy aimed at protecting the Highlands’ famous dark skies and tackling light pollution is set to be considered next week.

The National (Scotland) · May 22

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The Conversation · May 22

Wildfire risk is now spreading to cool climates like the Scottish Highlands and Irish uplands

The most destructive wildfire season on record in Europe was in 2025, with more than one million hectares burned and tens of thousands of people displaced by fires across the continent.

The Times of India · May 13

Archaeologists found a hidden 1800s whisky distillery deep in the Scottish Highlands

Deep in the rugged landscape of Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve, archaeologists uncovered rare proof of Scotland's secretive whisky trade from the 19th century. They found an ‘An Gearradan,’ a copper alloy collar, which connected a still to its cooling equipment. Copper cost a lot back then, so finding this…

The Independent UK · Apr 29

Dave Bautista spotted hunting for Loch Ness Monster in Scottish Highlands

Dave Bautista played a visit to the home of Nessie while filming in Scotland

The Independent UK · Apr 25

Independence could help Scotland’s energy work for the country – Swinney

The First Minister is campaigning in the Highlands on Saturday.

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Evening Standard · Apr 25

Highlands and Islands ‘central to Scotland’s prosperity’ – Swinney

The party’s Highlands and Islands manifesto sets out plans for new action to support the region.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 20

Where to find Scotland’s best seafood. Clue: these places are just metres from the water

The Highlands and Islands are rightly lauded for their superb seafood – but these days it’s not reserved for fine dining and can be found at the simplest waterside shacks and inns

The Guardian - UK · Apr 17

Lochs, bothies and burial chambers: readers’ favourite trips in Scotland

From the epic landscapes of the Highlands and islands to intimate local community events, our readers share their best finds in Scotland

The Guardian - UK · Apr 15

Scottish ultrarunning champion dies during Highlands record attempt

David Parrish, who won Cape Wrath Ultra in 2023, had been attempting gruelling route again as fundraising challenge

The Independent UK · Mar 28

Photo used to advertise Scottish Highlands travel removed after it appears to show bus in China

‘Questions need to be asked’ said Highland Tourism of the ‘shameless’ incident

The Guardian - AU · Mar 5

Papua New Guinea offers cash for guns as amnesty opens to combat escalating tribal violence

Weapons amnesty and buyback scheme will run until August as PM James Marape says illegal guns ‘destroying families and villages’

The Independent UK · Feb 17

Dog rescued after falling through snow ledge and surviving freezing night on Highlands mountainside

It is believed Aggie survived the brutal night, where temperatures plummeted to below minus 10C with wind chill, by curling into a ball on an exposed corrie

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