Scottish ‘centre of power’ containing pottery and ‘gaming pieces’ excavated

Remains of ‘a centre of power’ for the ancient Scottish tribe known as the Picts have been discovered in Perthshire, dating back more than 1,000 years.  Archaeologists uncovered evidence of the powerful Pictish society who feasted, drank, played games and enjoyed riches forged through trade links with Europe. The team from Perth and Kinross Heritage … Read more

SECURITIES TRUST OF SCOTLAND: The £220m Scottish fund… scouring the world for stocks

SECURITIES TRUST OF SCOTLAND: The £220m Scottish fund… scouring the world for stocks By Jeff Prestridge, Financial Mail on Sunday Published: 21:07 GMT, 13 April 2019 | Updated: 10:31 GMT, 15 April 2019 Although you wouldn’t guess from the name, Securities Trust of Scotland is an investment fund that scours the globe for dividend-friendly businesses. … Read more

A wee bit scary! Stomach-churning footage shows a daredevil base-jumping off remote Scottish peaks

Jumping off a mountain in sub-zero temperatures might not be everyone’s idea of enjoyment.  But for thrill-seeker and former Royal Marine Commando Tim Howell that’s just what gets him hopping with excitement.  Stomach-churning video footage shows the adrenaline-junkie being the first to base-jump off a number of terrifying-looking peaks in Scotland and swooping over magical … Read more