John Swinney’s party finished comfortably ahead of its rivals, but short of an overall majority.
Israel killed 31 people in southern Lebanon on Friday, including a rescue worker, Lebanon’s National News Agency said.
Footage released by the Pentagon shows US strikes on two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Tories had a grim night at the polls, losing seats to both Reform and the Liberal Democrats.
Reform makes huge gains in England, as Labour loses power in Wales and the SNP becomes the largest party in Scotland.
Britain’s famed natural historian David Attenborough is celebrating his 100th birthday.
Costa Rica inaugurated right-wing president Laura Fernandez on Friday as supporters gathered in the national stadium.
Fernandez enters office with her right-wing party holding an absolute majority in the legislature.
Sir Keir Starmer is facing what looks like a coordinated attempt to get him to set a timetable for his departure.
At this year’s Venice Biennale, the story isn’t just about what’s on display—but what’s missing.