Dawn Kovell, the Marin Humane Society's director of behaviour and training, has identified 12 dog breeds she believes to be the most intelligent. While many might gauge a dog's intelligence by its ...

The streets of Lerwick are once again filled with fire and smoke as Shetland holds its world famous Up Helly Aa fire festival. The event, which is traditionally held on the last Tuesday of January ...

Up Helly Aa echoes the long rule of the Kingdom of Norway over Shetland and the return of the sun following the darkest winter days. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman ...

Sean Bean is lending his talents to a new BBC crime drama. Following his critically acclaimed stints in Time and Marriage, the actor fronts This City is Ours – an eight-part series set and shot ...

Brae’s father, Hybeck Blake, won the International Sheepdog Championship in 2019. They are lovely, good-natured dogs and great workers." Experience joyful connections, photography insights, and ...

Welcome to our coverage of the spectacular Up Helly Aa. The annual event celebrates Shetland's Norse heritage, on the last Tuesday in January in Lerwick. The celebrations will culminate in the ...

Up Helly Aa is returning to Shetland this week, seeing thousands of people across the islands come together to mark the spectacular occasion. The event has been a staple of the Shetland calendar for ...

Tribute has been paid to a young firefighter and rugby player who has died. Erin Quinn, 23, who lived in Lerwick and worked as a firefighter at Sumburgh Airport, had played for Shetland Valkyries ...

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This article explores some of the most cooperative dog breeds and what makes them great companions for each other. The Shetland Sheepdog affectionately called the Sheltie, is one of the most amicable ...

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Viewers around the world will be able to tune into Lerwick Up-Helly-A’ next week. The event will be be livestreamed thanks to a partnership between Promote Shetland, NorthLink and North Broadcast, ...