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Exploring the extraordinary beauty of the Outer Hebrides

Actor Iain Robertson travels from Vatersay to the Isle of Lewis.

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Why there's something fishy about Ullapool's Christmas tree

Ullapool's creel tree has become a Christmas staple.

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Create a festive atmosphere without spending a fortune

DIY expert Laura de Barra shares tips for the Christmas season.

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How to turn your garden into a winter wonderland for wild birds

Nicola Singleton shares her seasonal advice.

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Real or artificial – which Christmas tree is greener?

There are pros and cons to both, says an environmentalist.

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The struggle for survival in the remotest part of the British Isles

St Kilda's landscape is wild and beautiful but living here proved impossible.

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Are you washing your clothes too often?

Why stepping back from the washing machine could save you money.

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Fika: The Swedish ritual that's more than just a coffee break

The tradition that brings people together.

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What's stopping us from being kinder to one another?

An act of generosity towards another person can make us feel good.

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Six things we learned about Armistead Maupin at the Book Club

The Tales of the City author joins The Big Scottish Book Club.

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How art helped one man cope with memories of Srebrenica

Robert McNeil spent years recording evidence of atrocities in the Balkans.

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Bill Browder: Putin thinks he can do most anything

Alleging corruption has come at a cost.

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The Big Scottish Book Club Reading List

All the titles discussed in series four.

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Should you stop kissing your dog on the mouth?

Harmful bacteria could be passed from dogs to their owners.

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The simple technique that can help you to slow down

Even in the smallest space we can learn to relax.

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The eye in the sky that keeps our railways running safely

Sean explains how a helicopter helps to spot problems.

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Bats per minute: The artist making dance music from echolocation calls

Hanna Tuulikki was inspired by the sound of pipistrelle bats.

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Pitch battle adds to woes of ‘the worst football team in the UK’

Fort William FC face a battle to stay in the Highland League

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Why does Clare Grogan think she's 'ruined' an '80s smash hit?

The Altered Images star reflects on her other musical legacy.

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Lawyer by day, comedian by night: How Sikisa is challenging views one joke at a time

Fringe star Sikisa tackles big issues in her comedy.

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'I discovered that my dad was a mafia hitman'

Anthony DeVito has taken his family story to the Fringe.

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The 10-minute habit that could improve your long-term health

A short walk after dinner can make a big difference.

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'We transformed our city back garden into a wildflower meadow'

An Inverness garden is blooming lovely.

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Expert's advice for helping young people deal with eco-anxiety

Worry about the future is on the rise.

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How wildfire disrupts the land it leaves behind

A fire on Rum changed the habitat of the island.

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How to make a floral crown with beautiful summer blooms

Beechgrove's Lizzie Schofield demonstrates her simple method.

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Do we really need to wash fruit and vegetables before eating?

Food scientist Dr Stuart Farrimond reveals the answer.

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Iain De Caestecker: I came out of the control room a nervous wreck

The Scots star on preparing for his new starring role.

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Natural pest control tips for keeping midnight munchers at bay

Diana Yates shares her kinder approach to bugs.

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'Mum rage': Could meltdowns signal a need for self-care?

Psychotherapist Anna Mathur on dealing with outbursts.

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'In the tool shop I was asked if I was buying for my dad'

Art blacksmith Agnes Jones on sexism in the industry.

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The medieval treatment for heavy periods that is baffling experts

An ancient manuscript reveals some curious advice.

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Boxing champ Josh Taylor prepares for the 'beautifully brutal' fight of his life

The Scot faces a punishing regime before meeting Jack Catterall.

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Swine stars revealing realities of pig farming on social media

Chloe and Bert the boar shed light on the industry.

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Difficult decisions as medics care for premature baby in distress

Alfie's carers decide whether he is strong enough to receive treatment.

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‘Our new Ukrainian family is safe with us, but we know they want to go home’

Why a Scots family opened their home to refugees.

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The wartime toy set that caused a public outcry

An exploding trench set shocked during WW1.

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Concorde: The pride and glamour of supersonic flight

Pilots, cabin crew and passengers remember this national treasure.

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Could gym-goers be the key to strongman success?

Why Highland games are crying out for home-grown talent.

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The transatlantic love affair that began with Eminem’s song Stan

Nikki Hardy has a world record and a new husband thanks to the US rapper.

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The steps you need to take if your car hits a deer

Advice from the Scottish SPCA on dealing with an accident.

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Lifting the lid on Scotland's dangerous relationship with alcohol

Darren McGarvey learns about long-term effects of heavy drinking.

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What could be worse than an angry bee? An angry bee with a score to settle

An apiarist explains why bees hold grudges.

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Slip, slop, slap – why we should apply sun cream at home and away

Sun protection begins at home, according to a skin expert.

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A deep dive into the claustrophobic world of the saturation diver

An extraordinary underwater career.

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What cabin crew want you to do when passengers behave badly

An insider warns against confrontation.

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Should you let go of cynicism to become ‘aggressively happy'?

Author Joy Clarkson on how to unlock happiness.

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Eyes down for creativity and camaraderie on the drag scene

Kings and queens on finding their voice.

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