A man's birthday dinner took a shocking turn when his girlfriend used the occasion to stage a surprise marriage proposal—for herself.

Charles Darwin, famed for his theory of evolution, profoundly influenced modern biology. Notably, Darwin shared a birthdate ...

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At the top of Calton Hill, there are some of the best views over the city’s rooftops, including a sneak preview of The ...

Traveling to Edinburgh? Scotland’s whisky capital is an ideal place for organizing a Whisky Lover’s Weekend. Here are 20 must ...

Here’s a look at the life of former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Personal Birth date: February 20, 1951 Birth place: Glasgow, Scotland Birth name: James Gordon Brown Father: John Brown, Church ...

Local politicians in Edinburgh have approved a tourist tax for visitors staying overnight the Scottish capital, introducing the first charge of its kind in the United Kingdom. From mid-2026 ...

This group is diverse, with an increasing number who say they are of two or more races. For Black History Month, here are key facts about the nation’s Black population. In this analysis, the ...

Hoisted high atop Edinburgh, as if monitoring the city below, Edinburgh Castle is not only one of Scotland's most recognized landmarks, but one of the country's most-visited attractions.

Why should we appreciate our nervous system? Read these 11 fun facts and you’ll know why: 1. The body has billions of nerve cells Every person’s body contains billions of nerve cells (neurons).

The Duchess of Edinburgh is said to be celebrating her birthday privately with husband Prince Edward Christina Ebenezer/Buckingham Palace via Getty Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh is marking a ...

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh in a new portrait released to mark her 60th birthday, on Jan. 20, 2025 ...