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Man spends years looking for rare book – only to find it in his local Oxfam

His search saw him trawl bookshops and specialist sellers across the UK

The Independent UK

New research may rewrite origins of the Book of Kells, says academic

Exclusive: Author challenges assumption monks on Iona created manuscript, instead positing its origins are Pictish

The Guardian - UK

Iona strengthens to a Category 3 hurricane in the central Pacific off southern Hawaii

Hurricane Iona has strengthened to Category 3, several hundred miles south-southeast of Hawaii

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Hurricane Iona forms after strengthening in Pacific Ocean but poses no threat to Hawaii

Iona emerged on Sunday from a tropical depression and was about 1,440 kilometres southeast of Honolulu, the US National Hurricane Centre in Miami said.

Euronews

Hurricane Iona forms after rapidly strengthening in the central Pacific Ocean, no threat to Hawaii

Forecasters say Iona rapidly strengthened into a hurricane in the central Pacific Ocean and is expected to continue trekking toward the west over warm, open waters well south of Hawaii

The Independent UK

'Masterful' painting by famous Scottish artist to be auctioned for first time

A “masterful” painting by famous Scottish artist Samuel John Peploe is set to be auctioned for the first time.

The National (Scotland)

Could I become a Christian in a year?

After two friends unexpectedly converted, Lamorna Ash discovered a new generation of young people turning to faith. As she investigated the phenomenon, one of her first steps was to spend a week on a working retreat on Iona. And then something strange happened…

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Sacred island to receive ultrafast broadband in Scottish Government initiative

ENGINEERS are starting work to give the historic island of Iona an ultrafast broadband technology boost

The National (Scotland)

Book of Kells: A 1,200-year-old manuscript made by monks escaping the Vikings

The Book of Kells is considered one of the finest surviving medieval manuscripts.

LiveScience

8 of the best Scotland islands for rugged coastlines and picturesque villages

Sail away from the mainland to explore spectacular scenery and diverse wildlife in these unspoiled spots

The Independent UK

Scottish island hotel urged to acknowledge historic slavery connections

A SCOTTISH island hotel has been urged to publicly acknowledge its historic links with slavery ...

The National (Scotland)

Island businesses demand help from ministers for ‘failing ferry service’

ISLANDERS have written to new transport minister Fiona Hyslop demanding cash help from the Scottish Government.

The National (Scotland)

Ancient site on Scottish island 'vandalised' by tourists as locals 'tired' of clearing up

The historic Scottish island of Iona, which is associated with the origin of Christianity in the country, has been "vandalised" by tourists who are disrupting the site.

Daily Record

Pagan labyrinths are 'vandalising the ancient landscape' say locals

Mysterious labyrinth patterns measuring 10m across have appeared in recent years

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The Scottish island abbey where the real-life Macbeth was laid to rest

The tiny island of Iona, just off the Isle of Mull on the West Coast of Scotland, is home to what is widely considered one of Scotland's most historic and sacred sites.

Daily Record

Coastal cottage with sea view for sale is one of oldest houses on 'magical Scottish island'

A five-bedroom property in a "much sought-after" location on the Isle of Iona is available to purchase, and it is "thought to be one of the oldest properties on the island"

Evening Standard

Sailing, surfing and wild swimming: lesser-known UK summer travel ideas for 2022

From desolate desert at Dungeness to breathtaking wilderness on the Isle of Sheppey and crystal clear Scottish waters, Jess & Charlie, aka The Travel Project, are on a mission to uncover Britain’s best kept secrets

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