Articles written by Ann Burnett

How true can a memoir be? How accurately can conversations be remembered? What tricks of the light does memory add to one's past life?

Apr 27, 2012 - Ann Burnett

The movie circus hits town as Brad Pitt and a film crew shoot scenes of his latest movie, World War Z, an £80 million blockbuster, in Glasgow's city centre.

Aug 21, 2011 - Ann Burnett

It takes many years to produce a fine single malt whisky but the Isle of Arran Distillery has already succeeded and has the sales to prove it.

Aug 14, 2011 - Ann Burnett

The first nursery school in the world was set up in Scotland nearly 200 years ago in New Lanark where Robert Owen put his educational beliefs into practice.

Feb 13, 2011 - Ann Burnett

Sunday 23rd January 2011 sees the official opening of the £21 million ($32 million) Burns Museum at his birthplace in Alloway, Ayrshire.

Jan 16, 2011 - Ann Burnett

The trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound is a must for its incredible scenery and fascinating history, tree-covered mountains and rushing waterfalls.

Aug 26, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Samantha Cameron (39) gave birth to her fourth child, a daughter, at the Royal Cornwall Hospital on Tuesday 24th August while on holiday in Cornwall.

Aug 24, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Jimmy Reid was a brilliant orator, the New York Times printing a speech in full and comparing it to the Gettysburg address. But he was much more than that.

Aug 14, 2010 - Ann Burnett

For thrills and adventure, magnificent scenery and vibrant night-life, Queenstown is the place to be. Over 1 million visitors a year make the journey.

Aug 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett

For stunning scenery, year-round snow and clear night skies where the southern constellations twinkle, the Aoraki/Mount Cook area is not to be missed.

Aug 8, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Recycling, saving energy and keeping fit are serious issues but let's look on the humorous side of it all. Some of these ideas might even work.

Jul 27, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Doctors at the British Medical Association's conference in Brighton have called for the National Health Service to stop funding homeopathic hospitals.

Jun 30, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Doctors in Iran believe they can predict when a woman will reach menopause by using a simple blood test to measure the levels of a hormone, AMH.

Jun 28, 2010 - Ann Burnett

There's plenty to see and do on this holiday island. Here are some of the attractions that can't be missed and make a visit to Arran a memorable occasion.

Jun 13, 2010 - Ann Burnett

There is so much on offer on the Isle of Arran. Here are just a few of the different outdoor pursuits to try during a holiday in Scotland.

Jun 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett

With a long tradition of Glasgow families renting cottages for their annual 'Fair Fortnight' holiday, Arran boasts a wide selection of houses and cottages.

Jun 11, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Mid-price accommodation on the Isle of Arran is quite varied and there is something to suit everyone's taste and budget for their holiday in Scotland.

Jun 9, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious holiday in Scotland on the beautiful Isle of Arran and let their way of life and 'Island time' take over and ease stress.

Jun 8, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The Isle of Arran has been described as Scotland in miniature. It has beautiful scenery from the majestic mountains to rugged coasts and sandy beaches.

Jun 8, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Honey has been known for thousands of years to be a healing agent as well as a foodstuff but what exactly is it and how can it be used? How effective is it?

May 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett

What makes manuka honey so special? What does it contain to make it such a powerful and effective healing agent for burns and infections?

May 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett

At 8.25pm on May 11, 2010, David Cameron (43) kissed the Queen's hand and became the UK's youngest Prime Minister in 200 years. He immediately set to work.

May 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The children's book publisher lists its best children's books from its inception in 1940 to the present day. The result is a delightful mix of old and new.

May 10, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Most mums have a picture of their foetus taken by ultrasound during pregnancy. Ian Donald was the doctor who discovered how to 'see' the baby in the womb.

Apr 29, 2010 - Ann Burnett

President Barack Obama is responsible for an improvement in global views of the USA, according to the results of a poll conducted by the BBC World Service.

Apr 19, 2010 - Ann Burnett

An Icelandic volcano which has erupted for the second time in a month has sent a cloud of volcanic ash drifting towards Northern Europe, disrupting flights.

Apr 15, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Sir James Black developed not one but two life-changing drugs in the course of his long career; propanolol or Inderal and cimetidine, marketed as Tagamet.

Mar 23, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The Queen Mother's Hospital in Glasgow ended 46 years of delivering Glasgow's babies on 13th January 2010. The era saw changes in maternity care and birthing practices.

Mar 17, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Parents, when choosing the name of their baby boy, need to be thinking about the effect their choice will have on their sons. An ill-advised name can cause problems.

Mar 16, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Parents choose their baby's names but sometimes their choices have not been thought through and their daughters are saddled with names that provoke laughter or derision.

Mar 15, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Every child under 5 in Scotland is given free book packs at birth, at age 2 and at age 3 in a government initiative to encourage parents to read with their toddlers.

Feb 28, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Every time we wash our hands, spread bread with margarine, munch a couple of biscuits, apply lipstick or light a candle, the orang-utan comes closer to extinction.

Feb 23, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The town of Penola is gearing itself for an influx of visitors after the canonisation of Mother Mary MacKillop. The small South Australian town has been waiting for this.

Feb 21, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The new SP range of hair products is designed to give a more personalised hair treatment to customers. Launched in January 2010, it featured in many women's magazines.

Feb 16, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Dementia costs the UK economy £23 billion each year but for every £1 donated for research into the condition, cancer research receives £26.

Feb 9, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The number of people in the UK suffering from one of the many forms of dementia is set to rise to one million by 2025. What can you do to ensure you are not one of them?

Feb 7, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Dementia is a blanket term covering many different forms of the condition. But all involve a significant decline in the functioning of the brain and associated problems.

Feb 7, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The Aye Write festival programme is packed with writers and thinkers from all over the world but does not forget the burgeoning local talent found in Scotland.

Jan 29, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The 'City of Adelaide' one of only two remaining composite clipper ships, the other being the 'Cutty Sark', is at present lying rotting on a slipway in Irvine, Scotland.

Jan 27, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Many people reach for a cup of coffee in the morning or an energy drink after a workout but do they know how much caffeine they are actually consuming and what it can do?

Jan 20, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Everybody has to deal with stress at various times. Here are some ideas to help you cope positively with tension and worry in your life.

Jan 19, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Exercise and relaxation are two ways to reduce your stress levels. Having fun is important; make sure you enjoy what you decide to do otherwise stress levels will rise.

Jan 18, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Stress is everywhere. Coping with it takes a lot of hard work and effort and being in the best possible physical health means people are better able to deal with it.

Jan 17, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The five-star Atlantis Hotel in Dubai has something for everyone, including families, as the award recognises. But adults are not forgotten either.

Jan 16, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The Burj Khalifa (formerly Burj Dubai) opened with a dramatic fireworks and laser show which belied the financial situation the Emirate now finds itself in.

Jan 16, 2010 - Ann Burnett

A Burns' Supper always ends on a sweet note and a piece of well-made shortbread or a plate of clootie dumpling are ideal ways to accomplish that.

Jan 15, 2010 - Ann Burnett

A Burns' Supper wouldn't be complete without someone reciting the whole of 'Tam O'Shanter', usually from memory. But how and why did Burns come to write this masterpiece?

Jan 14, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Robert Burns was a master at writing love poetry and setting it to music. His love songs are still sung around the world and nobody could say 'I love you' better than he.

Jan 13, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Burns Suppers tend to romanticise Robert Burns. But he was quite a character in his own right. Here are some facts about Burns' life which show the real man.

Jan 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Captain Paul Watson, who is leading the hunt for Japanese Whalers, is a veteran campaigner and founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.

Jan 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett