From Roseburn traders pushed to the brink to Corstorphine residents sidelined by traffic schemes, Edinburgh Council’s development agenda is leaving communities feeling forgotten

Scotland is set to honour a president who tried to overturn an election. Are we really prepared to celebrate a man who tramples the democratic values we claim to defend?

From a childhood Doctor Who fan to pioneering the use of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare, meet the woman striving to transform children’s sleep—one diagnosis at a time

Zain Rishi is making waves in Scottish literature with his bold poetry in some of the UK’s top literary magazines

Professional piper Anna Smart is breaking traditions and redefining what it means to play the pipes—all while inspiring girls to follow their dreams

Edinburgh newcomer Nimer shares his favourite discoveries, from peaceful coastal strolls to atmospheric bookshops and tucked-away museums, these spots offer a fresh way to experience the city

After years of being shaped by the demands of the corporate world, going back to University gave me something I didn’t know I’d lost: myself

The Men’s Shed in Leith is about quietly reclaiming a sense of worth. In sawdust and circuit boards, these men find connection, dignity, and a place to simply be

If Muna Dent’s charm doesn’t immediately enchant you, her food certainly will

Queer DJ collective Femmergy is reshaping Edinburgh’s nightlife with inclusive parties, grassroots community, and a whole lot of bass

A far cry from its thriving industrial past, the Water of Leith is now a haven for nature, art, innovation and recreation

In a city split by class, one football club’s memory group is tackling loneliness with tea, stories, and the power of the game

The Edinburgh Fringe steals the spotlight in summer but the city’s comedy scene doesn’t end when the posters come down

It may be the under-30s that hold the cards in the next Holyrood Election

Voices from the International Women's Day (IWD) March, 2025

After leaving her job to become an activist, Juliet Dunstone talks to Surge about the power of grassroots movements

The team with a mission to boot loneliness off the pitch

Edinburgh Council must act now to save one of the UK’s most famous high streets

Introduced by the former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, Baby boxes are a legacy for Scotland to be proud of

Alex Howard’s book delights cat lovers and history buffs alike, as he embarks on his latest project