The New Orleans attack was just one in a string of recent Islamist inspired acts of terror. Foreign Editor David Pratt examines the factors that ...

AMERICA has always had a penchant for regime change and meddling in other countries’ politics. Cuba, Iran, Congo, South Vietnam, Chile, ...

From new pilgrimages to island hopping and a long-distance loop, there are many new opportunities to put your best foot forward in 2025 ...

In 2025, the island unveils the GR-226, a new route ... Ryan (Scotland’s southernmost sea loch), the cliff-top ruins of Dunskey Castle, the wild Mull of Galloway coast, tranquil Luce Bay and ...

The CEO for VisitScotland has unveiled details about new openings, anniversaries and other reasons for traveling to Scotland ...

BBC Scotland has launched its new Reporting Scotland: News at Seven television programme. The 30-minute show, presented by Laura Maciver and Amy Irons, will be aired every weeknight on the BBC ...

The first day of 2025 has brought a stunning display of the Northern Lights across Scotland. After days of stormy weather, clear skies ensured the bright colours of the aurora were visible after a ...

South Lanarkshire townsfolk welcomed in the New Year with the annual Biggar Bonfire that featured both pipers and drummers. Across Scotland, revellers enjoyed a traditional ceilidh, with people in ...

In the Orkney Islands, archaeologists close the chapter on a legendary excavation, capping two decades of remarkable ...