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Edinburgh horror: Man armed with blood-stained knives leaves 2 injured, schools closed

Two people were injured after a man armed with knives allegedly attacked members of the public in Edinburgh’s Calder area on Monday morning, triggering a major armed police response and lockdown of nearby schools.

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Two in hospital after ‘stabbings’ in Edinburgh as police seal off tower block

A man armed with knives has apparently attacked people in the Calder area.

Evening Standard

Public warned to avoid parts of Edinburgh after reports of man with weapons

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Edinburgh knife attack: Two in hospital as armed police in stand-off with suspect

Locals says a number of people may have been stabbed, with an emergency response in place since before 9am on Monday

Evening Standard

Two injured after man spotted with knives sparking police search in Edinburgh

Armed police were called to the scene in Calder, Edinburgh

The Independent UK

Travel chaos as Dubai and Doha flights suspended after US and Israeli strikes on Iran

On a typical day, around 250,000 passengers arrive and depart at Dubai – the busiest international airport in the world

The Independent UK

Self-portrait by Jack Vettriano to be shown for first time since his death

‘Portrait Of The Artist’ will be on display for three years at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh

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Jack Vettriano self-portrait to go on show on first anniversary of his death

Portrait Of The Artist will be on display for three years at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

Evening Standard

Duchess Sophie Proves Maximalism is the Most Wearable Trend for Spring 2026

The bolder, the better.

Marie Claire

Edinburgh uni lecturers voting on further industrial action in ongoing cuts row

The dispute began in February last year when the university announced plans to slash its budget by £140 million.

Evening Standard

Duchess Sophie Visits Victims of Sexual Violence in Somalia Amid Brother-in-Law Andrew's Scandal

The Duchess of Edinburgh is continuing her work fighting for women's rights.

Marie Claire

England, Wales and Scotland given dilemma as strange host venues confirmed for Fiji’s Nations Championship fixtures

Fiji will play games in Cardiff, Liverpool and Edinburgh in the new competition

The Independent UK

The Sex Pistols announce UK and Ireland tour with two shows in London

The rock band will be joined by musician Frank Carter in their The Anarchy In The UK tour later this year with dates in London, Edinburgh and Dublin

Evening Standard

Ed Davey challenges Keir Starmer to sue Donald Trump over tariffs

The Liberal Democrats leader issued the challenge at the Scottish Liberal Democrats conference in Edinburgh.

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Sir Ed Davey to warn that Trump’s America ‘cannot become Farage’s Britain’

The UK Liberal Democrat leader will warn against the rise of Reform UK as he addresses his party’s conference in Edinburgh on Saturday.

Evening Standard

Tories would end dual role of Lord Advocate, says Badenoch amid Murrell memo row

The Conservative leader made the vow while addressing the Scottish Tory conference in Edinburgh on Friday.

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Other lives: Architect who helped shape the design of the Scottish parliament building

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One Day has been a bestselling novel, a forgettable film, a beloved TV series – now can it be a musical?

David Nicholls’s romantic saga is heading to stage, in the very city where its characters first felt the sparks fly. But how to cram 20 years of romance into two tune-filled hours? By focusing on the little moments, say its creators

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Scotland v England live: Flying Scots claim dominant Calcutta Cup win in Six Nations

Scotland 31-20 England: Steve Borthwick’s side see their 12-match winning run come to a crashing halt as pressure eased on Gregor Townsend by scintillating Scottish win

The Guardian - UK

History hangs heavy over Calcutta Cup but England’s young side can turn tartan tide

Scotland have lost only two of the last eight clashes with England but Borthwick’s squad are unscarred by failure

Evening Standard

Greg James' Comic Relief challenge: When, why and what is the route?

The Radio 1 DJ is riding from Weymouth to Edinburgh to raise funds for Comic Relief

Evening Standard

Davey joins beach clean as he demands improved sewage spill monitoring

The Lib Dem leader will join campaigners at Portobello Beach on Friday.

The Guardian - UK

Gregor Townsend warns England not to underestimate wounded Scotland

Gregor Townsend has warned England against underestimating his Scotland team and believes the hosts can maintain their fine recent Calcutta Cup record

Evening Standard

Woman appears in court on terrorism charge over Palestinian Action placard

Catriona Roberts, 23, is said to have committed the offence at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh on July 19 2025.

The Independent UK

Roman altars unearthed near Edinburgh set for public debut

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