By: Kirill Kruger | 2011-03-24 | History Mary Queen of the Scots remains as one of the most iconic leaders of Scotland in the country's history, with movies and countless books being made about her life. This article is a short but concise introduction to her life, intended as an introduction to this historic character. read more
By: Jane Shelley | 2011-07-27 | Travel & Leisure The United Kingdom is a place of contrast, form hard industrial cities to rolling countryside; it is a place of learning and relaxed country meals. read more
By: Room Smith | 2012-01-20 | Weather The United Kingdom is a popular tourist destination for its wide array of offerings for all kinds of tourists. Whether you want to experience the sports culture of the country or the unique cuisine that it’s famous for, UK has a lot to offer. Visiting London during the holiday season is like taking a snapshot of a Charles Dickens’ novel. read more
By: Lisa Finneral | 2011-10-30 | Cars As a Jaguar enthusiast I always highlight it when Jaguar does well and is in the media spotlight. As I have a lot of family and friends involved with the manufacturing and sale of Jaguar Land Rover cars I was very excited about the announcement that there will be a new plant opening near Wolverhampton in the next year or so! The new plant may help boost Jaguar servicing in Leicester. read more
By: Himfr Echo | 2011-01-10 | Business The dollar continued to rise to nearly 81 levels dropped slightly after, currently hovering at around 80. 50. Debt crisis in Europe or further escalation On Friday, Moody's credit rating from Aa2 Ireland cut five notches to Baa1, warning that if the Irish can not be stable in the foreseeable future, the debt situation will be further downgrades, making the debt crisis escalated once again in Europe, to promote the dollar's safe-haven buying, the dollar rally early this week to maintain... read more
By: Francis | 2011-07-23 | Theater Cheap tickets might be offered in advance through special promotions that can be found in newspapers or advertised through websites. It is a good idea to search around for deals and packages, but make sure the source you purchase from is registered with the Society of Ticketers and Retailers (S.T.A.R) This is the leading self-regulatory body for the entertainment ticketing industry across the United Kingdom, with many of the biggest names in ticketing as members; it works and operates guidelines read more
By: Laura_Campbell | 2012-01-31 | Small Business When planning to visit Edinburgh, you must visit all the famous attractions. I talk about some visitor attractions and places to stay in Edinburgh. Among many good options of renting a place, pearl apartments in Edinburgh is one. read more
By: MJ Campbell | 2011-07-21 | Entrepreneurs Discover how Brian Souter went from running two second-hand buses in 1980, to a transport tycoon with over 13,000 buses, trains and trams in the UK and North America and 30,000 employees around the world. Read on for a short biography of Scots entrepreneur Brian Souter. read more
By: Simon Haughtone | 2010-03-30 | City Guides Visiting another location in the United Kingdom, let's look at Bradford, a borough that is located within the foothills of the Pennines, and near Leeds. It's the 4th most populated borough in the UK, and the six highest in population for a district in the UK. read more
By: Contact Press | 2011-02-16 | Security The United Kingdom (U.K) government has acknowledged that it has suffered cyber-attacks from multiple sources during the recent months. read more
By: Matrix | 2010-12-06 | Destinations The United Kingdom is as diverse a land as one can imagine, with the south-west being marked by the characteristic rugged shores and a remarkable history, and the south-east being the metropolitan hub of the country (and in some cases, the world) in London. Coming to other parts, the Scottish regions are probably where the true English spirit lies; Southampton and Edinburgh are the fountainhead of art, while the Hebrides islands are the perfect spot for walkers and whiskey lovers. read more
By: Jeff Halter | 2010-11-18 | Destinations Bath is one of the most appealing destinations in United Kingdom. Visitors have a wide array of selections to choose from in this scenic city with plenty of historical landmarks and ancient sites. There are also more than a few picture perfect locations which makes the area a perfect holiday destination for those who want to take a break from the cliche of swaying palms and white sand beaches. read more
By: John Parks | 2010-04-02 | Economics A "recession" is a contraction of the economy marked by a decline in gross domestic product (GDP), an increase in unemployment, and a drop in trade that lasts at least six months. A "depression" is simply defined as a recession that lasts longer and has more serious economic consequences. Major recessions/depressions that have affected the United Kingdom since the turn of the 20th century are... read more