Where to experience the best Burns Night in Edinburgh, London and across the UK

Looking for somewhere memorable to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns? Suzy Pope picks some of the top events ...
Daily Record

Bagpipes do not originate from Scotland as historian reveals their true roots

Scotland is often associated with the famous Highland bagpipes - an integral part of Scottish culture. However, a history writer has recently highlighted that the instrument is not truly Scottish and ...
ABC News

Bagpipe Resurgence Comes to the U.S.

Band members rock out in kilts, while music fans are drawn to the drone. EDINBURGH, Scotland, Feb. 11, 2008— -- A quarter of a million people flock to Scotland's Edinburgh Castle every summer to ...

Central Florida Scottish Highland Games return this weekend for 48th year

This weekend, Central Winds Park in Winter Springs will resemble the rolling hills of Scotland, complete with bagpipes, Highland games, herding dogs and even haggis. These festivities are a part of ...
Reuters

World Cup bagpipe ban deflates Scotland and fans

AUCKLAND (Reuters) - A ban on bagpipes at the rugby World Cup in New Zealand has knocked the wind out of the Scotland team. The unique sound of the Scottish instrument is frequently heard before ...