Scottish

Scottish whisky is set for a major boost after US President Donald Trump said he will scrap tariffs on the industry, crediting the move in part to this week's White House visit by Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla. Trump pointed to the long-standing ties between Scotch makers and the American bourbon sector, as well as the effect of the royal visit, in announcing the change. Many Scotch distillers rely on casks sourced from the United States. The president said that although "people have wanted to do this for a long…

In a heartfelt turn of events, the team at Edinburgh Zoo in Scotland has linked the tragic passing of a baby red panda to the disruptive impact of fireworks, igniting a call for more stringent regulations surrounding their use. The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), the organization that oversees the zoo, has reported that veterinarians attribute the untimely death of three-month-old Roxie to her distress caused by nearby fireworks. It’s worth noting that her demise coincided with Bonfire Night, a holiday…

Alex Salmond, the former First Minister of Scotland and the head of the Alba Party, has sadly passed away at the age of 69. His death occurred earlier today at the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy Forum, nestled in the picturesque lakeside town of Ohrid, North Macedonia. This information was confirmed by Chris McEleny, the party's general secretary. Having just delivered a speech at the forum, Mr. Salmond reportedly suffered a heart attack, although an autopsy will take place to verify the actual cause of his passing. Mr.…