Glasgow named culture capital of UK
Glasgow is the cultural and creative capital of the UK, according to the European Commission.
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Government should shift Ashes coverage to public broadcasters, say peers
The Government should make coverage of The Ashes free-to-air in order to dampen division and boost competition against the likes of Netflix, peers have recommended.
The Royal National Mod begins in Glasgow
Gaels from across the country came together in celebration last night as Scotland’s biggest Gaelic cultural festival began.
Boris Johnson dodges Brexit in UN speech on technology
Boris Johnson has largely avoided Brexit during the final speech of his visit to the United Nations, making mention of it only in an allusion to the Greek myth of Prometheus.
Galway’s European Capital of Culture year ‘could not be more timely’
Galway’s year as European Capital of Culture “could not be more timely” amid changing political relationships, a senior diplomat said.
Lloyd’s of London unveils £2.3bn profit as culture overhaul continues
Lloyd’s of London has notched up a £2.3 billion half-year profit haul as it ploughs on with a revamp of the under-fire culture across the insurance market.
Aberdeen band Pages aims for glory in battle of the bands competition with top prize of supporting Biffy Clyro
An Aberdeen band hopes to “represent the north of Scotland” when it competes against musicians from the central belt for the chance to take the stage with breakthrough Scottish rock band Biffy Clyro.
New funding scheme pays off with classical concert in Aberdeen and historic invention recreated at Grampian Transport Museum
A "pioneering" programme linking the north-east's business and cultural sectors has brought classical music to Aberdeen and allowed a transport museum to recreate a 19th century motor.
Jeremy Kyle invited to appear before MPs investigating reality TV
Jeremy Kyle has been asked to appear before MPs investigating reality TV.
‘Dream come true’ as house that inspired Peter Pan opens to public
Actress Joanna Lumley has hailed the transformation of the house which inspired Peter Pan author JM Barrie as proof that “dreams really can come true”.
National whisky festival heading to Aberdeen for the first time
Scotland's national whisky festival is heading to Aberdeen for the first time.
Jeremy Kyle ‘utterly devastated’ after cancellation of TV show
Jeremy Kyle has said he is “utterly devastated” at the cancellation of his TV show following the death of a guest.
The Jeremy Kyle Show axed for good after death of guest
ITV has said “now is the right time” for The Jeremy Kyle Show to end as it was permanently axed following the death of a guest.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon turns interviewer for opening night of Aberdeen’s Granite Noir
She is used to being the one being the one under the spotlight answering questions.
Doric at the centre of new documentary made by Aberdeen University
North-east Scots, usually known as ‘the Doric’ or ‘Toonser’ has been the subject of a new documentary, made by the University of Aberdeen’s Elphinstone Institute.
Time for a rethink on social media abuse
Sky News presenter Kay Burley needs a security escort to protect her from pro-Brexit protesters and a Guardian journalist filmed himself being hounded by a gang of men.
Highlands and Islands given tourism projects funding boost
Fresh investment has been announced by the Scottish Government to help promote the scenery, wildlife and culture of the Highlands and Islands.
Horniman and Tullie House among museums to receive part of £4m grant
London’s Horniman Museum, Manchester Museum and Tullie House in Carlisle are among 35 museums and galleries to receive portions of a £4 million grant.
Tourism can benefit from Mary Queen Of Scots movie, says minister
The new Mary Queen Of Scots movie offers a great opportunity for Scotland’s tourism sector, the Culture Secretary has said.
Gaelic language plan launched by Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has announced it is launching its own Gaelic Language Plan.
Creativity ‘at the heart of the UK economy’ as DCMS sectors add £270 billion
British creativity has been hailed as “at the heart of the UK economy” following the announcement of the 2017 figures.
Britain’s grime scene suffering because of ‘institutionalised racism’
Britain’s grime scene is not being properly supported because of “institutionalised racism”, the head of music at the Roundhouse has said.
BBC women ‘face long and frustrating process’ to resolve pay disputes
Female employees at the BBC face an “incredibly long and frustrating process with no immediate end in sight” to have grievances about pay inequality addressed, Damian Collins has said.
BBC has culture of discrimination against women, says equal pay report
The BBC is failing female employees who suffer under an “invidious culture” of discrimination against women, a report on pay equality at the broadcaster has said.
Royal National Mòd celebrations kick off in Dunoon
It was a time of gathering and remembering during the opening ceremony of Scotland’s biggest Gaelic cultural festival.
V&A Dundee will put city on the map, actor Brian Cox says
Actor Brian Cox has said the new V&A Dundee will “put the city on the map for the first time” as the £80.1 million museum officially opened to the public.
Clan Buchanan unveils new chief for the first time in 337 years
It is one of the most famous names in Scotland and has been appended to bus and train stations, libraries and art galleries as far afield as the United States and Australia.
Primal Scream headline festival celebrating ‘amazing’ V&A Dundee
Scots rockers Primal Scream have hailed the “amazing” V&A Dundee as they headlined a festival to celebrate the opening of the new museum.
Primal Scream to headline V&A Dundee celebration concert
Scottish rock band Primal Scream is headlining a festival later to celebrate the opening of the V&A Dundee to the public.
Scottish kirk in Rotterdam celebrates 375th anniversary – despite being destroyed by the Nazis
It has survived as a Scottish place of worship in the Netherlands since the 17th Century.
Celebration of shinty culture and heritage in new art project
The worlds of art and shinty have collaborated to produce a project aimed at celebrating the culture and heritage of one of Scotland’s oldest sports.
Aberdeen pupil wins music competition with ode to the Granite City
An Aberdeen pupil’s musical ode to the Granite City has won a competition to celebrate the upcoming reopening of Union Street’s historic Music Hall.