The Scottish government is looking at giving local councils powers to charge taxes on cruise ships.

Based on Amy Liptrot’s award winning memoir, the film is about a young woman returning to Orkney to deal with her past.

The Italian Chapel was built and decorated by prisoners of war during World War Two.

The scimitar, mace and dagger belonging to Captain James Moodie date back to the 1600s.

A traditional Stroma yole - once smashed by a bull - is being returned to its former glory in Eyemouth.

Sports managers in Jersey and Guernsey are making preparations for the Orkney event.

The presenter said it was a chance to showcase her "happy place" to the world ahead of the event this summer.

Forecasters say parts of the country could fall below -16C overnight on Thursday.