A waiter’s training takes an unlikely turn, panic on a crowded bus and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

Alexander Graham Bell was not the only person trying to invent the telephone. But 150 years ago, he won the race – just – and ...

In 1916, two suffragists drove from New York to California and back to push for the right to vote. Now, the same type of car will make the same trip to promote the Equal Rights Amendment.

Mr Watson, come here. I want to see you." Hardly momentous words, but their implications were enormous.Author Iwan Rhys Morus Professor of History ...

Photo by Bruce Connolly] Scotland has long been home to a sizable Chinese population. Some arrived many years ago from Guangdong and Hong Kong, while today, a significant number were born in Scotland.

The spirit of Scotland was alive and well in Lac la Biche as residents gathered at the Legion to celebrate the sixth annual Robbie Burns dinner.

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, First word of Auld Lang Syne, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, ...

Scotland vs England. The sense of occasion isn’t lost on Scotland captain Richie Berrington. Earlier this week, Berrington dared to dream of the headlines should his side beat England in Kolkata a ...

It’s not a great omen for the nation ahead of this afternoon’s Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website ...

Gregor Townsend’s side will take on France at Murrayfield on Saturday in week four of the 2026 Six Nations.

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