For the first time, the government in London is blocking legislation approved by the Scottish Parliament, saying the measure on gender identity would undermine U.K.-wide equality law.
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Seeking Heat, and Companionship, in a Hard Scotland Winter
In a Glasgow neighborhood, the cost-of-living crisis is exacerbating energy problems and financial worries, and vital community hubs are struggling to stay afloat.
Libyan Charged in 1988 Lockerbie Plane Bombing Is in FBI Custody
Abu Agila Mohammad Mas’ud, a Libyan bomb expert, is accused of building the explosive device used in the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103.
UK Supreme Court Bars Scotland From Unilateral Independence Referendum
In a setback to Scottish nationalists, the judges ruled that a second referendum on breaking away from London needed the consent of the British Parliament.
Your Wednesday Briefing: The U.S. Votes
Plus Europe makes climate pledges and Kenya discloses details of a Chinese railroad contract.
Shetland Cut Off From the World After Undersea Cable Breaks
The remote archipelago became even more so with phone and internet service disrupted.
4 Women Will Staff U.K. Base in Antarctica
They emerged from an applicant pool of thousands to run the world’s most southerly post office, monitor penguins and manage the wild landscape on Goudier Island.
4 Women Will Staff U.K. Base in Antarctica
They emerged from an applicant pool of thousands to run the world’s most southerly post office, monitor penguins and manage the wild landscape on Goudier Island.
Queen Elizabeth’s Death Certificate Reveals Cause and Time of Death
Queen Elizabeth died of “old age” at 3:10 p.m. on Sept. 8, the paperwork shows.
Princess Anne’s Influence, and Workload, Rises in a Slimmed-Down Royal Family
Often appearing at more than 400 events a year, Anne is likely to become even more central as a trusted adviser to her brother, the king.