UK, Great Britain and England — What’s the difference?

England is a country, while Great Britain is the island comprising England, Scotland, and Wales. The United Kingdom is the ...

Scotland’s energy shift exposes deep divide for communities

Our Power Shift investigation reveals how Scotland’s green energy boom brings prosperity for some communities, while others feel ...
Oman Observer

Cliff Challenge highlights Oman's adventure tourism

MUSCAT, NOV 30As many as 67 climbers from 13 different countries, along with representatives from several tourism companies ...
Ocracoke Observer

David Tweedie: a man of many talents

David Tweedie, executive director of Ocracoke Alive, plays the violin inside his home on Howard Street. By Patty Huston-HolmOn a morning nearing the first day of spring with a winter chill evident ...

24 of the best winter adventures for 2026

Winter sports enthusiasts rejoice — snowy season is here. And with the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics sprinkling some ...