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Scotland’s elections confirmed that our nation’s leftwing identity is part myth, part reality

There is optimism even after support for Nigel Farage’s party surged in many postindustrial areas – as radical progressives won more seats than ever, says historian and writer Rory Scothorne

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The disaster that was Battle of Flodden in Scottish Borders

IN this penultimate part of my series on the ancient history of the Scottish Borders, I will deal with momentous events, none more tragic than the…

The National (Scotland)

Historic conservation work reveals new details about Honours of Scotland

SCOTLAND’S crown jewels have returned to display at Edinburgh Castle after undergoing the most significant conservation work in their history.

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Complaint rejected over last ‘British’ king to die in battle museum panel

A COMPLAINT about James IV being labelled the last “British” king to die in battle has been dismissed by a prestigious institution.

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Scottish crown jewels for King Charles explained including new £22,000 Elizabeth Sword

King Charles will journey to Edinburgh tomorrow for a 'second coronation', where he will be presented with the Honours of Scotland — priceless relics that date back centuries.

Daily Record

When will the Red Arrows fly over Edinburgh for the arrival of King Charles?

Here is everything you need to know as the Red Arrows conduct a flyover in Edinburgh for King Charles III receiving the Honours of Scotland.

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The Honours of Scotland and why they'll be presented to King Charles in Edinburgh

The King will be hosting a special ceremony of thanksgiving at St Giles' Cathedral on Wednesday, where he will be presented with the Honours of Scotland - the nation's crown jewels.

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New images of Scotland’s Crown jewels released ahead of royal visit

The Honours of Scotland comprise the Crown of Scotland, the Sceptre and the Sword of State and are believed to be the oldest Crown jewels in Britain.

The Independent UK

King Charles will have a second coronation – sort of. Find out why the oldest set of crown jewels weren’t at the first coronation, and where he will be presented with them

King Charles will be presented with the Honors of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in the United Kingdom

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Edinburgh's ancient 'magic' well with power 'to cure health problems'

Tucked away in an Edinburgh suburb is a spring that many local residents aren't aware of, which was one time rumoured to be able to cure skin problems such as eczema.

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Scotland's ancient 'magic' well with power 'to cure health problems'

Hidden away in an Edinburgh suburb is a spring that even many locals are unaware of, which was at one time was believed to be able to cure skin problems like eczema.

Daily Record

James IV: Queen of the Fight review – Rona Munro’s knotty latest Stewart dynasty play

A racist verse by the court poet William Dunbar is the problematic inspiration for the fourth of Munro’s James plays exploring Scotland past and present

The Guardian - UK

James IV: Queen of the Night and Don Quixote: Man of Clackmannanshire reviewed

SOME eight years have passed since Rona Munro’s “James Plays” (a trilogy set during the reigns of the kings James I, II and III of Scotland)…

The National (Scotland)

James IV: Queen of the Fight review – the explosive court of the Scottish king

The circle of the 16th-century monarch is fraught with brittle alliances and racism in Rona Munro’s new history play

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New play provides fresh perspective on the history of the Scottish aristocracy

WHEN Scottish playwright Rona Munro began writing James IV: Queen Of The Fight – the fourth on her series of “James Plays” about the kings…

The Guardian - UK

Queen of the Fight: the royally revelatory drama about James IV’s court

After her gripping trilogy The James Plays, Rona Munro continues her ambitious series on Scottish history with a saga about power and race in the 16th century

The Guardian - UK

Blues, Jews and Ukrainian ballet: the best theatre, dance and comedy of autumn 2022

Samira Wiley makes her UK stage debut, there’s an urgent counter to antisemitism, plus a fourth King James, refugee dancers and comedic returns

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Birthday to forget for King George III as riots rocked Edinburgh

THE celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee centre around her official birthday which this year took place on Thursday, June 2, the 69th…

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Tom Devine: The history of the Union of the Crowns

THE Union of the Crowns between Scotland and England in 1603 might have helped historically to make possible the current Platinum Jubilee…

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