Scottish Author: 'We Want Control Over Our Destiny'
Scotland's independence vote is just a few days away. NPR's Lynn Neary talks to the best-selling Scottish novelist Val McDermid about her thoughts on the referendum.
Europe
Ukraine: Peace Disrupted By Barrage; Russia Sends New Aid Convoy
Rocket fire tested — but didn't break — a week-old cease-fire between Ukraine and pro-Russian separatists Friday night. And the EU made concessions to Russia on a trade pact.
Kate Bush Sells Out 22 Shows In Less Than 15 Minutes
Kate Bush fans have waited 35 years for her to go on tour. The rather reclusive British singer-songwriter has launched her first live shows since 1979 — but she's performing all of them in London.
Ukraine, Rebels Swap Prisoners As Part Of Cease-Fire Deal
The late-night prisoner exchange, involving dozens of captives on both sides, comes as the European Union has stepped up sanctions on Moscow for its involvement in the conflict.
Northern Ireland Unionist Hard-Liner Ian Paisley Dies At 88
The Protestant cleric who bitterly opposed the IRA later forged an unlikely friendship with senior Sinn Fein leader Martin McGuinness.
A Sad End For A Beloved Kitten
Peat the kitten had become the face of the Glenturret Distillery in Scotland. He died this week, apparently after being hit by a car.
Underneath Stonehenge, 'A Map Of What Was There In The Past'
Researchers from Birmingham University used high-tech equipment to map 17 ritual monuments in the area. That's in addition to the iconic circle of stones that has stood there for thousands of years.
Britain's Cameron Pleads With Scots To Stay In U.K.
The prime minister says he'd be "heartbroken" if Scotland voted to separate from the union in a Sept. 18 referendum.
Putin: Russia To Upgrade Nuclear Forces In Response To West
The Russian president also accused the West of staging the crisis in Ukraine in order to "resuscitate" the NATO alliance.
Behind Every Good Whisky Is A Trusty Distillery Cat
Whisky requires grain, which attracts mice and birds, which is why we have distillery cats. These days, though, public relations is also a key part of the job.