33 h. ago Myanmar earthquake: Rooftop pool sways as Thailand buildings rocked by 7.7

A rooftop pool at the top of a skyscraper in Thailand has been filmed swaying and throwing water over its edge, as the country was rocked by a 7.7-magnitude earthquake which hit Myanmar on Friday.

Politics

56 h. ago Brit in Bangkok says 'blood rushed to my head' in earthquake as he waited for takeaway

PR consultant Alex MacGregor, 36, was working from home waiting on a food delivery when he noticed the water in his swimming pool lapping at the edges before it got 'violent'

Events

3 d. ago The peaceful Scottish river walk that passes colourful garden and 200

The scenic hike includes some of Scotland's most charming and idyllic villages.

Politics

4 d. ago Peaceful Scottish cottage in 'lovely scenic location' on water's edge for sale

The idyllic property offers sweeping coastal views out towards the Isle of Arran.

Politics

9 d. ago Horrifying final moments of teenage girl as crocodile drags her to death in front of friends

Being near the water's edge is commonplace in a local Zimbabwe village and often, children are sent to fetch water or clean crockery, but on one fateful day, the children weren't alone

Events

1 week ago 'Peaceful' Scottish cottage conversion in Cairngorms with panoramic views for sale

The stunning cottage was previously a run-down farmhouse.

Politics

1 week ago The peaceful Scottish town with 'best tea room' perfect for Mother's Day outing

Our latest Town of the Week is a perfect spot for a Mother's Day afternoon out.

Politics

1 week ago Troubled waters: life on the edge of Africa’s Lake Kivu – in pictures

Lying between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lake Kivu has been a silent witness to more than 30 years of conflict between the two countries. The lake, in a region seismically unstable and dotted with active volcanoes, contains high levels of potentially deadly methane and CO2 – but for many of the nearly two million people who live on its shores, daily struggles are the more pressing concernPhotographs by Paloma Laudet, words by Margaux Solinas Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Unique job opportunity for wildlife lovers in peaceful Scottish island town

The island of Orkney is offering a unique opportunity to lead a major wildlife conservation project

Politics

2 w. ago Football club alleges fan spiked their goalkeeper's water bottle

A NSW football club has alleged a young fan spiked the water bottle of their goalkeeper during a match. Northern NSW Football is investigating the alleged incident.

Sport

3 w. ago ‘Very possible’ Scottish troops could head to Ukraine in peacekeeping force

Scottish Secretary Ian Murray also said the US was ‘100%’ a trusted ally.

Politics

4 w. ago Scottish troops could be in Ukraine 'by the end of the year' to assist peace deal

First Minister John Swinney raised the prospect of Scottish troops being part of a peacekeeping force.

Economics