Scotland’s roots stretch to prehistoric times, but no recorded history came about until the Roman Empire arrived in Britain. The Romans established the province of Britannia in the southern part of ...

Scotland and England are two nations divided by their experience of history. That divide was never wider than during the Wars of Independence in the 13th and 14th centuries when a chance event brought ...

In Scotland, New Year's Eve is known as Hogmanay and involves several fun traditions. The holiday dates back to the 1600s, when Christmas was made illegal throughout the country. In Scotland, it's ...

(Reuters) - Scotland will vote on breaking away from the rest of the United Kingdom in a referendum set for September 18. In the biggest test of national unity since most of Ireland broke away from ...

Ahead of its 90th Anniversary Concert, rediscover milestones that have shaped the orchestra’s nine-decade history with the ...

One of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Scotland, Falkland Palace was adored by Mary, Queen of Scots. It’s the result of the vision of James IV and his son James V who, in the early ...

Investigation work on a hydro scheme in Lochaber allows geologists "spectacular and unique" access.

Scotland, while modest in size, has had a remarkable influence on the evolution of medical science, producing innovations that have reshaped healthcare globally. Known for housing one of the world's ...