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Edinburgh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Edinburgh News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Edinburgh—from local news and business to culture, politics, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Edinburgh News Today is

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1:50

Lothian Buses Adjust Routes for Festival Season |...

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2026/08/05

Lothian Buses is rolling out new route tweaks for services 15, 33, 34, 43, 106, and X6 to ease traffic after the July Princes Street fire — especially as festival season hits. Changes kick in Wednesday, August 5, between 9 AM and 8 PM, with rerouted paths like westbound 15 via North Bridge and Chambers Street. Expect altered stops and connections; eastbound 43, 106, and X6 detour through Hope Street and Charlotte Square, while westbound routes have their own adjustments. Perfect if you’re

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1:41

Knife Attack on Duke Street | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

A 26-year-old man, Osarenkhoe Atutie, has been jailed for seven and a half years after pleading guilty to violently stabbing his ex-partner 12 times with a knife on Duke Street in Leith — an attack that left her with a collapsed lung and required hospitalization. The assault, which occurred while she was with their daughter, was only stopped when three bystanders bravely intervened, disarming him and holding him until police arrived. Judge Lord Cubie praised the heroes who saved her life,

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1:31

Edinburgh Attack Shocks Community | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

A man in Edinburgh got seven years and six months for brutally stabbing his estranged wife on a public street—right in front of their young child—with multiple wounds including facial injuries and a collapsed lung. He tracked them down after they moved away, brandished a knife, and attacked her repeatedly until bystanders intervened, disarming him and calling police. Their quick action saved her life. The judge noted his guilty plea cut his sentence from ten years and ordered a lifetime ban on

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1:28

Edinburgh Police Bust Major Drug Operation |...

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2026/08/05

Edinburgh police made a major drug bust on Calder Road, seizing heroin and weed worth £210k—part of a broader crackdown by Scotland’s Serious Organised Crime Taskforce. The 39-year-old driver faces charges and is set to appear in court. Detective Inspector Alan Sharp called it a significant win in the fight against organized crime, with investigations ongoing to dismantle deeper networks. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

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1:22

Edinburgh Gets £5M Fire Recovery Boost | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

Edinburgh’s getting a massive five million pound boost to recover from the devastating Princes Street fire, with funds aimed at reviving local businesses, securing the site, and supporting festival organizers displaced by the blaze—all while keeping the city’s pulse alive through key tram routes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on

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1:26

Edinburgh Buses ReRoute Amid Gridlock | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

Edinburgh’s traffic is in chaos as over fifty bus routes are rerouted around George Street following a major fire on Princes Street — causing delays up to thirty minutes during rush hour. Lothian Buses has rolled out temporary diversions for key routes like 15, 33, 34, 43, 106, and X6 between 9 AM and 8 PM to ease congestion, with buses taking detours via North Bridge, South Bridge, and Chambers Street. While the changes may be inconvenient, officials urge patience as they work to keep the

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0:58

Findlay Out, Hearts Face Tough Test | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

Hearts face a major setback as Stuart Findlay is ruled out for Sunday’s clash with Dundee United after his red card against Aberdeen stands despite the club’s appeal. The dismissal, handed just three minutes into injury time, leaves manager Wouter Vrancken short in defense and forces a reshuffle. The team remains tight-lipped but clearly frustrated — especially after they’d taken the lead only to see Aberdeen snatch two late goals. With no room for error, Hearts must find a way to win without

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1:15

James Gillespie's High School Alumni | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

From Outlander stars to Olympic medalists and literary legends, James Gillespie’s High School in Edinburgh is a powerhouse of talent—producing global icons like Sam Heughan, Dame Muriel Spark, Ronnie Corbett, Callum Skinner, and Robert Cavanah, proving greatness often starts in the halls of one remarkable school. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news

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1:35

Body in Suitcase, Impersonation, and a Boxer Accused...

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2026/08/05

A chilling murder mystery unfolds as a 38-year-old Edinburgh woman, Elisabeth-Jane Ross, is found dead in a suitcase inside a derelict Athens building — her body discovered during a deadly heatwave. The suspect, a 26-year-old Afghan boxer named Sharif Ahmadzai, allegedly stole over €10,000 from her accounts and is now charged with murder and theft. Initially detained for weapons, he confessed to moving the body but denies killing her. Investigators uncovered surveillance footage leading to his

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1:36

Monarchs Push for Playoffs at Home | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

Edinburgh Monarchs are on a critical playoff push, facing two massive home fixtures: Glasgow this Friday and reigning champs Poole Pirates a week later. A win over Glasgow would secure vital points and an aggregate bonus, especially with Kyle Howarth sidelined and Nick Morris stepping in. Team manager Alex Harkess is confident in their recent gating improvements and hopes reserve riders can deliver again like last time. The Friday match will be live-streamed for those who can’t attend, and

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1:24

Jordan Jenkins Back on Track | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

Jordan Jenkins is back on track after a four-meeting layoff due to crashes in the British Championship semi-final—his MRI revealed stable, manageable injuries, and he’s already lined up to guest for Poole Pirates, starting Wednesday against Edinburgh Monarchs and returning Saturday to face them again at Berwick. Meanwhile, teammate Jack Smith, who suffered a hip injury in their win over Workington Comets, is still being assessed before the Pirates match. Listen in comfort:Get a discount

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1:39

Princes Street Fire Sparks City Crisis | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/05

A devastating fire on Princes Street in Edinburgh has paralyzed the city’s busiest thoroughfare, forcing closures through August and crippling summer festival tourism. Councillor Kevin Lang blasts emergency response protocols as dangerously outdated, citing his airport management experience to demand a full citywide overhaul. While engineers race to stabilize the damaged Debenhams facade, the council leader pushes back, calling for calm and stressing that safety remains paramount — with

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1:41

Scotland Hockey Dominates Chile Again | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/04

Scotland’s hockey squad just delivered a dominant summer, sealing it with a 2-0 shutout over Chile—their third straight win against the South Americans. Ranked 17th in the world, they held Chile scoreless across all three matches, showcasing elite defense and resilience even after key player Lee Morton went down with a hamstring injury. Coach Neil Allan praised their tactical discipline under pressure, while goals from Jamie Golden and Keir Robb—set up by Callum Mackenzie—sealed the victory

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1:53

Edinburgh Athletes Shatter Medal Records | Edinburgh...

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2026/08/04

Edinburgh athletes dominated the Commonwealth Games with a record 10 medals—4 gold, 3 silver, 3 bronze—raking in enough hardware to rank 12th overall. Standouts include wheelchair racer Melanie Woods, who won two golds and the David Dixon Award, plus medical student Faye Rogers and swimmer Stephen Clegg, both claiming gold. Teammates Ciara Schlosshan, Anna Morgan, Josh Mitchell, Megan Keith, and Stephen Mackenzie added silver and bronze, including a Scottish record in long jump. Archie

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1:27

Ocean Drive Closed Again | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/04

Ocean Drive in Edinburgh is shut down Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM for urgent road repairs after a section sank—same spot closed last week. Buses 10, 17, 34, 35, and 36 are rerouted via Lindsay Road and Melrose Drive, with a new stop near Capital Cruise Building. Trams remain off-route to Ocean Terminal due to Princes Street’s ongoing closure (until mid-August), limiting service to Airport–West End only. Car park at the shopping centre stays open, but plan ahead—public transport is hit hard.

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1:18

Burnham Pulls Out of Edinburgh Show | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/04

New PM Andy Burnham cancels sold-out Edinburgh Festival Fringe chat, leaving comedy club heartbroken—his team cites crushing PM duties, while he admits disappointment. This follows his July 20th ascension after Starmer’s resignation, and comes as he pushes economic priorities over a second Scottish independence referendum, even during a high-profile visit to Scotland. The venue is offering refunds plus 30% off other shows to ease the blow. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli

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1:27

Teen Group Attacks Woman in Princes Street |...

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2026/08/04

A young woman known as Yomi was brutally attacked by five teens in Princes Street Gardens, suffering a nosebleed and facial swelling — the latest in a string of disturbing incidents sparking fears of rising anti-social behavior in Edinburgh. She urged witnesses to report the suspects immediately, warning against confronting them. Police responded swiftly but confirmed she didn’t need medical care. Community leaders are now calling for tighter collaboration between schools, parents, and law

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1:42

Shredded Cash Mystery in Scotland | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/04

In the quirky Scottish village of Longniddry, residents are baffled by months of shredded £10 and £20 notes turning up across streets and parks—complete with missing serial numbers. Locals have turned it into a bizarre scavenger hunt, while authorities wonder if it’s real money and why someone would deliberately destroy it. The mystery has spread to nearby towns, leaving everyone scratching their heads—and hoping whoever’s behind it donates instead of shredding. Listen in comfort:Get a

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2:11

Scottish Students Shine in Exam Results | Edinburgh News

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2026/08/04

Students across Edinburgh and the Lothians are celebrating record-breaking exam results, with soaring pass rates in National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher qualifications — marking the strongest performance since pre-pandemic times. In Edinburgh alone, 80.9% of National 5s and 78.5% of Highers hit grades A to C, while East Lothian hit its highest scores since 2022 and Midlothian saw the biggest jump in Advanced Higher passes. Teens like Moustafa Watti (three Advanced Higher A’s) and Bibi Coane

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1:29

Gannet Costume Campaign Wins Legal Battle | Edinburgh...

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2026/08/04

Rob Pownall, who ran for office in Scotland dressed as a giant gannet, didn’t win many votes—but he did get people talking about the brutal, centuries-old Guga Hunt. His campaign group, Protect the Wild, just scored a major victory when NatureScot denied this year’s license, but they’re not celebrating yet. The hunt could still resume if the law doesn’t change. Pownall, using his iconic costume to draw attention, walked 16 kilometers around the Scottish Parliament—each kilometer representing a

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