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Scotland - true home of tartan

Tartan is instantly recognised the world over as uniquely Scottish.

Year of Creative Scotland 2012

A year long programme of events to celebrate Scotland’s world class culture and creativity will run throughout 2012.

Facelift for portrait gallery

Scottish National Portrait Gallery undergoes first major refurbishment in 120 years.

Edinburgh home for panda pair

The new home for a pair of eight-year-old giant pandas, Tian Tian and Yang Guang, is to be Edinburgh Zoo.

Cool Kilts

The kilt has come a long way from its 16th century origins and has become a firm fashion statement with edgy modern designs.

Whisky around the world

Scotland's national drink has a growing number of followers across the globe.

Tips for living and working in Scotland

Many people have been drawn to Scotland by the career opportunities, but also by the appeal of enhancing their quality of life. Find out more about how to make the leap.

Getting started in Scottish genealogy

October is Family History Month in the USA. We answer the ten most common questions on researching your Scottish ancestry.

Scotland's global family

Find out more about Scotland's diaspora which has spread to the ends of the earth.

Do you Dare to be Digital?

Dare to be Digital is a Scottish video games development competition open to universities and colleges around the world.