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Ancient Pictish Royal Power Base Discovered Near Rhynie Village

A decade-long excavation near Rhynie, Aberdeenshire, reveals a major Pictish royal centre with extensive trade links and large settlements, challenging previous views of early medieval northern Scotland.

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Duncan McGlynn A woman, who is wearing glasses and her face blurred because she is out of focus, holds up the orange ceramic mould in a hand protected by purple plastic gloves.

Highland Refugee Film Project Receives £87,717 Funding for Expansion

Compass Collective's Film Futures project supporting young refugees in the Highlands has secured £87,717 funding to continue and expand over three years, fostering understanding and providing creative opportunities despite challenges from local protests.

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Compass Collective Two men are looking intently into the view finder of a camera. The man on the left, who has a beard, is wearing a blue jacket and a woolen hat. The other man is one of the students. He has dark hair, a black jacket and white T shirt.

Wireless Festival Confirms Kanye West to Perform Despite Ban Calls

Kanye West is set to perform at Wireless Festival despite calls for a ban over antisemitic remarks. Festival organisers emphasise forgiveness, while UK officials review his entry permission amid sponsor withdrawals.

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Kanye West at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills

Albert Mazibuko of Ladysmith Black Mambazo Dies at 77

Albert Mazibuko, a longtime member of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has died at 77 after a short illness. He was celebrated for his role as a wise elder and his contributions to the group's global success and message of peace during apartheid.

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WireImage A close-up shot of Albert Mazibuko smiling with a black background behind him

Preston's Historic Easter Egg Rolling Tradition Returns to Avenham Park

Preston's historic Easter egg rolling tradition, dating back over 150 years, returns to Avenham Park on Easter Monday, attracting 30,000 visitors with competitive and festive activities.

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The Harris/Preston City Council A black-and-white photograph, taken from the top of a hill, shows large crowds of people. They are at an outdoor event, with the silhouette of buildings along the skyline in the background.

Team Scotland Reveals Official Tartan for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Team Scotland has unveiled its official tartan for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, designed by Siobhan Mackenzie. The tartan features bold colors and metallic gold, symbolizing Scottish ambition and craftsmanship. Glasgow will host over 3,000 athletes from 74 nations.

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BBC A blonde haired woman wearing a blue tartan jacket against a blue tartan backdrop

Could Saunas Become the UK's New Social Hub Like Pubs?

Sauna culture is expanding rapidly across the UK, with advocates suggesting saunas could become the new social hubs like pubs. Users report health and mental benefits, while experts advise caution and further research. Wales' landscapes support this growing trend.

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Karl Jones The image shows a group of people on a beach surrounded by a fire, there's a wood fire sauna in the background.

Two Exhibitions Honor Marilyn Monroe’s Legacy as Creative Pioneer on Her Centenary

Two major UK exhibitions mark Marilyn Monroe’s centenary, celebrating her as a creative pioneer who shaped female stardom and crafted her own image beyond the iconic persona.

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A black and white photo of Marilyn Monroe wearing a white vest

Mindy Kaling Joins Ike Barinholtz’s New Quizshow Plus Top Podcast Picks

Mindy Kaling joins Ike Barinholtz’s new quizshow podcast blending trivia and chat. Plus, top podcast picks covering true crime, singledom, and the Amityville film series.

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Home of the Year Returns: Judges Seek Homes That Are 'Lived In and Loved'

Scotland's Home of the Year returns for its eighth series, with judges seeking homes that are 'lived in and loved.' The team visits three unique homes in the east of Scotland, assessing them for inspiration, originality, and personal style.

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IWC Media Danny Campbell, Anna Campbell-Jones and Banjo Beale sit on a bench in front of a stone wall in a garden. There are plants and flowers climbing the wall and surrounding the judges.

Carer Gains Online Fame Reviewing Custard Slices Across South Wales

Dawn Fearn, a carer from Swansea, has gained online fame reviewing custard slices across south Wales, blending her caregiving role with a nostalgic food tour inspired by her late mother.

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Dawn Fearn/ dawnietheexplorer Two photos side by side. On the left is Dawn Fearn, a woman in her 50s. She has shoulder length brown hair and a fringe and smiles at the camera. She is wearing a leopard print coat. On the right is a large custard slice pastry on a plate.

Beibl Aberfan yn rhan allweddol o gasgliad Amgueddfa Cymru

Beibl teuluol Cliff Bunford yw'r unig wrthrych i oroesi trychineb Aberfan 1966. Mae bellach yng nghasgliad Amgueddfa Cymru, gan adrodd hanes y drychineb a chadw cof y gymuned.

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Ar ford llwyd mae hen Feibl teuluol, gyda marciau amlwg ar y clawr lledr yn dangos oedran sylweddol y gyfrol. Mae lliw oren a phorffor ar ymylon y clawr, gyda'r lledr brown dal yn amlwg ar ganol y llun.

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