The largest arts festival on the planet is back. Every August, thousands of performers from around the world descend on Edinburgh’s cobbled streets. Pubs, libraries and even occasionally buses turn into pop-up theatres.

Emergency services were called to Jeffrey Street after the alarm was first raised shortly before 11.10am on Saturday.

We were kindly invited along to the W Lounge to try out their elevated seasonal menu, mythical inspired drinks and of course take in the stunning views on offer at the venue.

The Sixteen Films team, Ken Loach, Paul Laverty, and Rebecca O’Brien, will give a session on 20 August, while filmmaker Kevin Macdonald and his brother, producer Andrew Macdonald, will deliver the EIFF Keynote on 17 August. Scroll down for the full industry lineup.

Reporter Lucy Marshall felt like she went back in time as she rode the Northern Belle train last week. She shared her experience after paying a hefty price for the luxury experience from Yorkshire to

Regular train traveller and reporter Lucy couldn't wait to see what if a luxury train ride on the Northern Belle was worth the hefty price tag.

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