Immigrating from Scotland, centenarian Mary Waddington helped in WWII war effort
There must be something in Mary Waddington’s genes. The longtime Michigan Avenue resident will turn 100 years old on Monday and she’s not the only one in her family who has reached the milestone. Her ...
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Prince William Shares His Love of the Countryside During Scotland Visit with a Special Purpose
Prince William is rolling up his sleeves to tackle mental well-being in rural areas. The prince, 42, headed to Scotland — where he is titled the Duke of Rothesay — on Feb. 6 to shine a ...
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Burns is still playing a major role in Scottish society worldwide - Angus Robertson
It’s Robert Burns Season and Scotland’s national bard is being celebrated at home and around the world. The scale of events across all continents is hugely impressive. Did you know with a ...
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Best Burns Night essentials: Nail the Scottish traditions and etiquette with our expert guide
Burns Night, held on January 25, is the perfect chance tae raise a dram tae Scotland’s national poet, wi’ haggis, verse, and a splash o’ tartan. Every year, Scotland comes alive to toast the ...
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Kate Middleton and Prince William go by very different royal titles in Scotland - and here's why
Prince William and Kate Middleton are not known by their usual royal titles as the Prince and Princess of Wales when they travel to Scotland. They are instead referred to by another name when they ...
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Burns Night celebrations bring joy to HC-One Scotland care home residents across Glasgow
HC-One Scotland care homes in Glasgow have kickstarted 2025 by celebrating Burns Night on Saturday, January 25, in true Scottish style with a night of tradition, culture, and goodwill. Burns Night ...
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Iconic Scottish castles hosting events to celebrate Burns Night this January
Two historic Scottish castles are to host special celebrations of Scotland’s Bard to mark Burns Night. Stirling's ancient castle, along with Edinburgh Castle, will be hosting events to celebrate ...
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Scholar uncovers truth whether Nationalists or Unionists 'own' Burns
As we celebrate the Bard this weekend, our Writer at Large talks to the Scottish academic who has written the definitive account of the political exploitation of Robert Burns Communists and ...
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What is Burns Night and where can you celebrate it?
The first Burns supper was held in 1801, five years after the death of Scotland’s beloved poet, Robert Burns, setting a template that’s remained largely unchanged since: music, poetry ...
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6 of the most unusual Burns night celebrations in Scotland including underwater Burns supper and Ecuadorian fire cooking
Burns night will be celebrated across the world on 25 January, and there’s plenty to look forward to in Scotland. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited ...
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The small Scottish town seizing on its big Robert Burns connection
Today, you can still dine in the 18th-century kitchen where Mrs Hyslop worked but today the inn is Michelin listed and the menu offers Scottish ... including Burns ‘son, William Nicoll Burns.