When Dual-Fuel Ferries and Family Drama Collide: A Comedy of Errors in Scotland

The Grand Unveiling of the Dual-Fuel Ferry Isle of Mull, Scotland In a scene that could only be described as a combination of a fairy tale and a modern-day sitcom, CalMac recently celebrated the handover of a shiny new dual-fuel ferry. This event, occurring exactly seven years after the ferry was initially launched by the former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, was marked with unexpected twists and turns that would make even the most seasoned playwright raise an eyebrow....

November 21, 2024 Â· 5 min Â· 867 words Â· Alistair MacGregor, Fiona Campbell

The Great Firework Fiasco: Scotland's Unofficial Holiday Celebrations Go Awry

The Great Firework Fiasco: Scotland’s Unofficial Holiday Celebrations Go Awry Edinburgh, Scotland – What was initially intended to be a festive celebration in Scotland has turned into an unexpected showdown between local police and enthusiastic revelers wielding fireworks, bricks, and a questionable sense of irony. The Night of the Explosions Last weekend, as the clock struck midnight, the streets of Edinburgh transformed from a serene landscape into a chaotic arena resembling a scene from an action film....

November 6, 2024 Â· 4 min Â· 722 words Â· Fiona Campbell, Liam MacGregor

A Hippo, a Marathon Runner, and a Bake Off Judge Walk into a Bar: The Unlikely Intersection of Fame and Fiasco

A Tale of Uncommon Fame and Unlikely Events Edinburgh, Scotland In the seemingly ordinary town of Edinburgh, a whirlwind of bizarre events has unfolded, leaving residents scratching their heads and the social media world in a frenzy. From a famous hippo gaining internet fame to a tragic incident involving a marathon runner, the bizarre has become a staple of the Scottish news cycle. But what happens when fame collides with the absurd?...

September 14, 2024 Â· 4 min Â· 761 words Â· Fiona MacLeod, Hamish Campbell