ALL it took was three words: “Howay the lads!” for Britain to fall in love with President Jimmy Carter. He was in Newcastle when he won over a crowd of 20,000 with the Toon Army’s most famous chant. 7 Britain fell in love with President Jimmy CarterCredit: Getty – Contributor 7 The longest-living US leader … Read more
A BORDER between the UK and the US should be established at Edinburgh Airport, it’s been claimed. The Home Office has been urged to reach an agreement with their American counterparts to introduce preclearance facilities at the airport in Scotland’s capital to help improve connectivity and boost the economy. 3 Alba Party Holyrood leader Ash … Read more
ROGUE drone pilots could face life in prison after the Government triggered emergency powers to protect US bases. The crackdown bans drones at a dozen sites including air fields and spy bases “for reasons of national security”. 4 Rogue drone pilots could face life in prison in wake of crackdownCredit: Getty 4 Mystery ‘drones’ were … Read more
A HISTORIC cruise ship bigger than the Titanic will be sunk on purpose to create the world’s largest artificial reef – if it can complete its final journey. Officials reportedly fear that the ocean liner – left to rot in Philadelphia for decades – could crash into a landmark bridge during its last voyage. 8 The abandoned … Read more
SCOTS flyers will be able to jet off to one of the most popular destinations in the USA from next summer. JetBlue will launch direct flights from Edinburgh to the gorgeous east coast city of Boston. 4 The airline will fly to Boston from Edinburgh using A321 eosCredit: Getty 4 Boston is a fabulously walkable … Read more
AFTER a trip to the American Riviera, I’m a new woman – up at the crack of dawn and bursting with energy. Maybe that’s down to the inviting breeze on the rooftop of the Courtyard by Marriott hotel as I watched my first Santa Barbara sunrise (in December, dawn is at a reasonable 7am). 5 … Read more
BRITAIN’S first pet cloning clinic has been launched offering owners the chance to almost bring back their beloved animals. But at £40,000 a pop, getting a copy of your favourite cats and dogs comes at a steep price. 4 Tom Rubython with Mable and Myrtle, cloned from his beloved Cocker Spaniel DaisyCredit: ITV News 4 … Read more
MSC Cruises launches its biggest-ever ship – MSC World America – next spring and we’ve been given a sneak peek at how the giant 6,762-passenger vessel is shaping up. Spanning 22 decks, each named after a city or port in the Americas, the ship has been three years in the making at the Chantiers de … Read more
CHILLING documents declassified by US intelligence have revealed the names of Vladimir Putin’s foes who became “assassination targets”. Many influential Russians have died in murky circumstances throughout Putin’s 25 years of rule after opposing, criticising, or crossing the resentful despot. 8 Ruthless Vladimir Putin has blood on his hands after killing a long list of … Read more
DONALD Trump watches the UFC with top backer Elon Musk after a knockout election victory. The political heavyweights were joined by singer Kid Rock at Saturday’s fight night in New York. 2 Donald Trump watches the UFC with Elon Musk and Kid RockCredit: AFP 2 The pair were joined by Robert F. Kennedy Jr for … Read more
