Culture

Scotland’s Grassroots Music Scene is Dying

What does it mean when for the future of Scotland’s music industry when the grassroots venues that supported so many of its biggest names continue to shut down every year?

The Normalisation of Social Gambling Among Scotland’s Youth

Far too often, people are drawn to the prospects of gambling. Many get stuck in a vicious cycle, one that ruins lives. So why has it become so normal?

The Small-Town Mindset Stifling Scottish Talent

Whenever someone in this country achieves something, we want to tear them down. But does that gossip say more about us than the person being gossiped about? And does it end up degrading our country as a whole?

The Silk Ribbon Ceiling: Unmasking Sexism in Borders Tradition

As the Common Ridings return to the Scottish Borders, we ask why one of Scotland’s oldest traditions is still struggling to bridge the gender gap.

Scotland is Losing it’s Community 

As younger generations spend more time in the digital sphere and politicians refuse to fund local infrastructure, are we at risk of losing the sense of community at the heart of Scottish culture? 

The Fear, Love and Hate of Scottish Literature

Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart  1980s Glasgow. Shuggie Bain is the youngest son of Agnes, a struggling alcoholic. Living in tenements in a time of extreme...

Scottish Gaelic – The Poetic Language That Shapes Scotland

The steady decline of the Gaelic language has been building since King James outlawed its practice in the 11th century but after the recognition as one of Scotland's official languages in 2025 a new generation of speakers have paved the way.

Escaping Virtual Insanity: A Return To Physical Media Must Be More Than Just The Latest TikTok Microtrend 

How vinyls, CDs, and DVDs can help us escape the social media algorithm. 
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The Charities Supporting Glasgow’s Homeless Community

As Glasgow slides further into a homelessness crisis, there are plenty of charities out there supporting people living on the street or temporary accommodation.

The Scientology Sales Pitch

We stepped inside the South Bridge headquarters to find out how scientology recruits it's newcomers

How I Stopped The Universal Crash Out of Your 20s?

Being in your 20s can feel isolating, like you’re being left behind while everyone around you flourishes. But at what point do those comparisons start to suck all the enjoyment out of life? And at what point will we realise it’s something we’re all experiencing?

Surviving the War on Ticketmaster

As musicians announce fewer and fewer dates on their tours, and companies like Ticketmaster have monopolies on the tickets they do release, it’s the fans that ultimately pay the price.

Edinburgh to Dublin – The Charity Cycle in Honour of Doddie Weir

Over 100 cyclists cycled from Edinburgh to Dublin during the six nations for the eighth annual charity cycle for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation for motor neuron disease.Â