Edinburgh Evening News - April 29, 2025

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April 29, 2025

Employment and unemployment in Scotland rise at same time

Scotland's employment and unemployment rates have both increased, according to the latest figures.

1 min

Inside the quirky Coach House

A quirky Victorian home has hit the market in Edinburgh, offering buyers the chance to own a unique city property.

1 min

New child internet rules set out – but critics unconvinced

Online giants braced for change as Ofcom updates regulations

3 mins

Child sex abuse imagery hit record levels last year

Record levels of web pages hosting child sexual abuse imagery were discovered in 2024, a leading online safety organisation has said.

2 mins

Dynamic Earth outdoor club set to return

This summer, Dynamic Earth-Edinburgh's only Science Centre and Planetarium - is welcoming back children to its ever-popular Summer Outdoor Club following a sell-out club in 2024.

1 min

New chapter begins with 88-year-old's first exhibition

An inspiring new art exhibition will showcase the creative talents of Martin Birkhans, an 88-year-old Edinburgh resident who has rediscovered his passion for painting, proving that creativity has no age limit.

1 min

Edinburgh Park set for 160 new homes from social enterprise

Places for People (PfP) has completed the acquisition of land at Beat Street East, part of the wider Edinburgh Park masterplan, in a move that will deliver 160 affordable homes.

2 mins

SNP are failing a generation, say Labour

The Scottish Government has been accused of “failing a generation of young people” after figures revealed some are waiting more than six years for mental health support.

1 min

Staff call on city university to rule out compulsory job cuts

Edinburgh University staff have called on their employer to rule out compulsory job cuts after its principal said 350 workers have chosen to take voluntary redundancy.

1 min

Fettes College begins search for a visionary headteacher

A recruitment process has begun for a new headteacher at Fettes College in Edinburgh, with Helen Harrison announcing her retirement from the role next year.

1 min

BBC aims to declutter in West Lothian

A reality TV show that transforms homes \"through a supersized declutter\" is looking for West Lothian households to take part.

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Dazzling student creations brought to life by QMU

A vibrant theatrical catwalk show celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship and collaboration of Queen Margaret University's talented BA (Hons) Costume Design and Construction students, is set to dazzle audiences across two dates this May.

1 min

United Airlines increases service from Edinburgh to Washington DC

Flights between destinations will operate nearly year-round

1 min

Technology seen as way to improve car road safety

From self-driving cars, electric vehicles, blind spot detection, Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) technology and more, the automotive industry is always looking for the next major upgrade.

1 min

There's little to rival David's role

Rivals star David Tennant has said his BAFTA TV awards nomination for leading actor for his role in the series was a shock.

1 min

Too much tech time

The study also reveals that 58 per cent of parents in Scotland feel their child is spending too much time on devices, with 44 per cent concerned their child may even be addicted.

1 min

Kids spend a whopping 45 hours a week stuck indoors

Specsavers is launching a new awareness drive to highlight the growing issue of childhood myopia, or short-sightedness, as new research reveals children are spending an average of 45 hours a week indoors, with more than a third of that time glued to screens.

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Kirk's first openly gay minister lands at St Giles'

Edinburgh's most famous church is set to welcome as its new minister the man who was at the centre of the Church of Scotland's long-running controversy over gay ordination.

1 min

Brewers free to serve early beers at city marathon

The Edinburgh Marathon brewers have been given the go-ahead to keep serving pints at future events by East Lothian licensing chiefs.

1 min

Toys steal the show as tiny figures in starring

Two exhibitions being held in Edinburgh this month will showcase the work of Ulas Senturk, a visionary photographer and passionate toy collector who has been capturing cinematic scenes with action figures around the world for over 30 years.

1 min

Avoid higher energy costs

I want to alert people across Edinburgh Central about an urgent issue that could leave some households without heating or hot water - and facing unexpectedly high energy bills.

1 min

The big hearts at Big Hearts

It was great to see First Minister John Swinney visit Tynecastle Park to meet with Big Hearts, the official charity of Heart of Midlothian Football Club and other organisations to discuss the power of football in supporting communities.

1 min

How Edinburgh became a big draw for the world's diplomats

Edinburgh has one of the oldest and biggest consular corps among non-sovereign state capitals in the world.

2 mins

Elections will be first big test for all parties

The first big electoral test since last year's general election comes on Thursday this week with council elections in England.

1 min

Out and about in Grenada

So after the first couple of days enjoying the tranquillity and luxury we were off to see more of this Eastern Caribbean 'tri-island state' of Grenada, which includes sister isles of Carriacou and the smallest of the three, Petite Martinique, to its north east.

2 mins

Ultimate guide to barbecuing

TV chef Tom Kerridge chats to Lauren Taylor about how to cook on the grill

2 mins

Ask our expert

PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing answers all your pet questions

2 mins

Pets can help us reduce our stress levels say experts

April is stress awareness month, and leading vet charity PDSA is highlighting the positive impact that pets may have on our mental health.

2 mins

Easter fun and wholesome traditional fare

The Easter weekend was quite busy in our house.

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Strachan House celebrates Easter in style

Staff and residents at Barchester's Strachan House care home celebrated Easter with a whole host of different activities including an Easter egg hunt, Easter bonnet competition, egg and spoon race and a bunny colouring competition!

1 min

Gregor Poynton MP delivers the first Jack as East Calder Bowls into the 2025 season

East Calder Bowling Club officially opened its 2025 season last weekend with a community celebration, welcoming locals of all ages to take part.

1 min

Mekons album is an education in the art of entertainment

Inform, educate and entertain. Not the words of some rock'n'roll revolutionary, but a different institution - the BBC.

1 min

Schindler claims third Euro Tour title in Graz

Martin Schindler claimed his third European Tour title within two years at the Elten Safety Shoes Austrian Darts Open in Graz.

1 min

Dubois eyes his 'chance for revenge' over Usyk

Daniel Dubois has revenge on his mind after landing a heavyweight unification bout against Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley Stadium on July 19.

1 min

Hibs stars cannot be devastated by single loss as race for third rages on

Still in third place. By goal difference only, admittedly. But enough of a margin to be worth an extra point, in real terms.

3 mins

Red Devils eye replacement for Onana as Wolves try to keep star man

All the latest Premier League transfer talk including updates from Man City, Man United and Wolves

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For nearly 150 years, Edinburgh Evening News has helped the voices of our community be heard. The Edinburgh Evening News is a daily newspaper and website based in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was founded by John Wilson (1844–1909) and first published in 1873. It is printed daily, except on Sundays.

Much of the content of the Evening News concerns local issues such as transport, health, the local council and crime in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The paper has a significant number of journalists covering sport, with a dedicated reporter assigned to each of the city's football teams, Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian.