Scotland’s Former First Minister Alex Salmond Dies at 69
Former Scottish First Minister and ex-SNP leader, Alex Salmond passed away at 69 after collapsing during a conference lunch in North Macedonia on 12 October 2024.
Tag: Scotland
New Research Reveals Stonehenge Megalith Originating from Scotland, Not Wales
Archaeological research has revealed a discovery that challenges assumptions about the origins of the Stonehenge megaliths. For over a century, it was believed that some of the stones used to construct the monument originated in Wales, having been transported around 125 miles (200 kilometers) to the Salisbury Plain in southern England.
Taylor Swift’s Edinburgh Concerts Triggered Seismic Activity
Taylor Swift’s concerts in Edinburgh created a seismic activity, as thousands of “Swifties” generated detectable ground movement. Over the course of three electrifying nights at Murrayfield Stadium, more than 200,000 fans attended the performances, setting off seismic waves that were measured by the British Geological Survey (BGS).
Storm Kathleen: 70 Flights Cancelled as Storm Hits UK
Storm Kathleen unleashed high winds and heavy rain across Scotland, Ireland, and parts of England, causing travel disruption and power outages. The storm’s impacts were felt through canceled flights, disrupted train services, and thousands left without electricity.
