"Kith & Kin: People you are connected with, especially by family relationships"
A Brief History of Christmas in Scotland: From Yule Fires to Modern Festivities
Originally published 23 December 2025. From pagan Yule fires and Viking traditions to religious suppression and modern festivities, explore Scotland’s distinctive Christmas history.
Why So Many Scots Emigrated—and How to Trace Their Journey
Originally published 19 December 2025. Discover the forces that drove millions of Scots overseas, the destinations they chose, and the records that can help trace an ancestor’s journey.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh: A Story of Vision and Belonging
Originally published 10 December 2025. Charles Rennie Mackintosh transformed Glasgow through architecture, interiors and art, creating a visionary legacy.
Destiny Returned: The Stone of Destiny Comes Home
Originally published 30 November 2025. Returned to Scotland on St Andrew’s Day 1996, the Stone of Destiny embodies centuries of kingship, contested heritage, national identity and homecoming.
The Origins of St Andrew’s Day
Originally published 30 November 2025. From apostolic legend and medieval pilgrimage to the Saltire and modern celebrations, discover how St Andrew became Scotland’s enduring patron saint.
James Matheson: Merchant, Magnate and the Man Who Bought an Island
Originally published 17 November 2025. From Highland beginnings to Asian trade and ownership of Lewis, James Matheson left a complex legacy.