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From Star Wars: Ahsoka to Macbeth: a complete guide to this week’s entertainment

Whether it’s another spin-off in a galaxy far, far away or Reuben Joseph in a Shakespearean dystopia, our critics have you covered for the next seven days

The Guardian - UK

Silent Roar review – charming coming-of-age tale of existential angst and surfing

This sweet funny feature debut from Johnny Barrington set on the Isle of Lewis with shades of Bill Forsyth has been chosen to open the Edinburgh film festival

The Guardian - UK

Minister did not act irrationally in blocking gender law, says Advocate General

The UK Government has published legal arguments ahead of the case being heard at the Court of Session in Edinburgh next month.

The Independent UK

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Scotland's longest-serving firefighter retires after 55-year career

SCOTLAND’S longest-serving firefighters has retired after an incredible career spanning 55 years of service.

The National (Scotland)

‘It’s like a cult’ … the Edinburgh fringe acts willing audiences to take part

Comedians at the festival are enlisting volunteers to join in their acts, creating a warm, inclusive and fun space

The Guardian - UK

Graham Linehan show staged outside Scottish parliament after second venue cancels

Makeshift outdoor show held after two venues cancel booking of comedian known for his gender-critical beliefs

The Guardian - UK

Second venue refuses to host Graham Linehan comedy show in Edinburgh

THE organisers of a previously cancelled comedy gig in Edinburgh have said that a second venue has also refused to host the show.

The National (Scotland)

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Graham Linehan ‘considering legal action’ after Edinburgh show cancelled

‘Father Ted’ writer has been criticised for his repeated anti-trans comments

The Independent UK

Miniaturised shows tackle big problems at the Edinburgh festival

Two inventive productions, Dimanche and Concerned Others, use puppetry and object-theatre to tackle vast environmental and social subjects

The Guardian - UK

Best pubs in Scotland revealed ahead of awards ceremony

THE finalists of the Scottish Bar and Pub Awards 2023 have been announced.

The National (Scotland)

Graham Linehan mulls legal action against Edinburgh arts venue

Leith Arches cancelled scriptwriter’s comedy show after complaints from customers

The Guardian - UK

Prince William sent Gail Porter ‘weird but nice’ letter ahead of Edinburgh Fringe run

TV personality met royal in June as part of her work with homelessness charity Centrepoint

The Independent UK

17 of the best political Edinburgh Fringe shows to watch this year, tackling issues from gender to climate change

I’m at the Edinburgh Fringe this year directing CREEKSHOW, a play about the gentrification of Deptford. While here, I’ve watched as much politically minded work as I’ve been able to. With 3,031 registered shows a complete survey would be impossible, but below are some of my picks of the more…

The Conversation

‘You need an element of crowd control’: the Edinburgh comics also doing kids’ shows

They might be ‘edgy, queer’ comics by night – but by day Shelf are children’s entertainers, and they’re not the only fringe act with a sideline in making kids laugh

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Leech or saviour? Edinburgh fringe show spotlights theatre’s vexed relationship with critics

Attachment: The Leech Show is a merry romp about an influential reviewer and sums up the industry’s paradoxical attitude to theatre criticism

The Guardian - UK

Edinburgh arts venue axes Graham Linehan event after complaints

Leith Arches said it cancelled comedy listing at which gender-critical writer was due to appear

The Guardian - UK

Book festivals deserve sponsors, not boycotts

Letters: Readers respond to the row over Baillie Gifford’s sponsorship of the Edinburgh international book festival

The National (Scotland)

'A rip off': Scotland Office spends more than £75k on hospitality in 16 months

THE Scotland Office has spent more than £75,000 on hospitality in 16 months, The National can reveal.

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Scottish-based firm named among UK's fastest growing businesses

AN Edinburgh-based firm has been named among the fastest growing businesses in the UK.

The Guardian - UK

The hell and humanity of touting myself at Edinburgh: ‘I sidle up to strangers like a stray dog’

For all but the biggest names, handing out flyers in the street is still essential. That doesn’t make it any less awkward

The Guardian - UK

The Edinburgh fringe is back! But is it still the heart of the comedy scene?

After the pain of the Covid years, the festival has returned with a roar. It can make a new standup’s career – if they are willing to sleep in a nuclear bunker and expose their own trauma

The National (Scotland)

10 things that changed my life with mentalist Colin Cloud

From cats to Taylor Swift, here's the 10 things that changed Colin Cloud's life.

The National (Scotland)

Caledonian Sleeper 'sorry' after Prue Leith falls on train to Edinburgh

THE Caledonian Sleeper service has apologised to Prue Leith after she told of her “disaster” journey on the train from London to Edinburgh.

The Guardian - UK

Edinburgh’s superstar magicians on secrets and surprises: ‘You have to be very good at lying’

Magic and mentalism abounds at this year’s festival. But how are the tricks done? Some of the best performers remain tightlipped – while others reveal all

Evening Standard

All smiles: Laughter-powered restaurant livens up Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh is home to the UK’s first laughter-powered sushi conveyor belt

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