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Was The Odyssey Worth 3 Hours In The Cinema? ★★★
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey (2026) was undeniably impressive with stunning visuals and a huge sense of scale. The movie incorporates several genres making it appealing to a vast audience. Mostly focussing on adventure, fantasy, romance the film depicts the aftermath of the Trojan War. The Odys...
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Grand opening for brand-new £200k track in rural Stirling biking hotspot
The new track was celebrated by cyclists young and old as the village aims to build on its reputation as a key favourite for mountain bikers.
Not Edinburgh or Glasgow - Scottish city named 'best thing to do in the UK right now'
It topped a new list of places to go by Time Out.
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BREAKING: Bannockburn battlefield centre set for closure over £3million revamp
The centre will close later this year for the modernisation works to take place - with a re-opening date set for "mid-2028" according to the site's owners.
Body found at Stirling retail park in search for missing camper and dog
George McCulloch, 58, was reported missing this week after last being seen in his campervan on Monday.
New Outlander-themed tourism guide highlights pair of Stirling attractions
The guide shares 48 locations which will be well-known to fans of the global hit series, with Duncarron Medieval Village and Doune Castle among those featured.
Five Scottish spots you need to visit before summer ends named by travel experts
From Ben Nevis to the Fringe, these are the Scottish picks on Time Out's list
Creepy photos show abandoned Scottish World War One bomb depots
Scots have been advised not to visit the area.
Pair of legendary snappers show off work at ninth Stirling Photography Festival
Celebrated music photographer Jill Furmanovsky and veteran fashion photographer and filmmaker Fabrizio Gianni headline the event through August and September.
Recovery Olympics celebrate tenth anniversary with biggest Stirling event
The gathering began back in 2016 and brings together organisations from all over Scotland helping those in recovery for a light-hearted 'sports day' of activities.
Raploch war memorial project goes for final funding push as plans move closer
The project, led by residents Mick Lowe and John Murie alongside a dedicated committee of local volunteers, has already raised an impressive £28,000 through community fundraising and grants.
Ward ready to take on the world after bagging second medal at Glasgow 2026
The 21-year-old gymnast backed up his historic gold medal in the men’s all-around final with a super silver on the pommel horse.
Stirlingshire rescue team issues advice over waterways after tragic incident
Bracklinn Falls and Falls of Falloch are two popular spots for summer visitors - but the volunteer rescue team have urged people to stay safe after the death of 19-year-old Freya MacLean earlier this month.
Axing of "lifeline" Perth to Edinburgh bus service slammed in communities
Operators Stagecoach confirmed the X56 bus, which sets out from Halbeath Park and Ride to Edinburgh Bus Station, would be removed from service on August 24.
Heating oil protection recommendations praised by Stirling MP after price rises
The levels of volatility in the market has led to the surges in price levels, as well as questions over deliveries and over when their heating oil is delivered - with rural households heaviest hit.
Stirling housing mega-development takes latest step with council house approval
The Durieshill development includes a provision for 40 council homes, with members of Stirling Council’s housing committee agreeing to begin the procurement.
Condition of Stirling playpark under fire as council launches call for feedback
The state of the Bruce Street facility is under the spotlight over half-finished works, as Scottish Government ministers look for help in assessing their next round of funding.
Perthshire bus timetable changes lead to access fears for affected communities
The new changes – to be introduced in two phases – will see revised timetables for services in and around Blairgowrie, which will take effect from Monday, August 17, followed by wider network changes across Perth from August 24.
Lanarkshire locals warned of loan shark activities by consumer watchdog
Nearly 400 reports of suspected loan shark activity were recorded across Scotland between March 2025 and March 2026, with Glasgow hitting the highest number at 124, followed by North Lanarkshire with 38.
This Scottish area was crowned best for 'happy later life' in retirement
Two towns in particular were singled out.