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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.

From the Soldier’s Leap to a leap of faith

Killiecrankie is an appropriate home for Britain’s first permanent bungee jumping platform.

Scottish design running wild in the Big Apple

Scottish fashion taking centre stage in New York this Scotland Week.

Join the dots

Dot Scot is the campaign to ensure Scotland has its own internet domain.

Building the ships of tomorrow

Scotland built the largest passenger liner in 1938 but is still making shipping news with the HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales, being built in Scotland.

Space Age Scotland

Scottish innovators are now driving advances in a frontier where few have gone before – outer space.

Kings and queens of fashion

Scotland's bright young fashion designers are making an impact all across the world.

Glasgow reinvented – the regeneration of Glasgow and the River Clyde

The regeneration of the River Clyde corridor, through both public and private investment, has changed Glasgow beyond recognition.

A New Dawn for Scotch Whisky

Scotland's new distilleries and producers are making the headlines across the world.

Hitting the heights in mountain research

Scotland's high peaks are rated some of the most dramatic in the world.