Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as Supreme Court justice after narrow Senate vote
It was a victory for Donald Trump as the US mid-term elections loom. . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16966152.brett-kavanaugh-sworn-in-as-supreme-court-justice-after-narrow-senate-vote/
Me Too movement reacts angrily to Brett Kavanaugh’s controversial confirmation
His confirmation came after Dr Christine Blasey Ford accused him of a historic sexual assault, and two other claims of misconduct. . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16966153.me-too-movement-reacts-angrily-to-brett-kavanaughs-controversial-confirmation/
Sir David Attenborough optimistic US will return to Paris climate agreement
Sir David was speaking at an event at the Cheltenham Literature Festival. . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16966156.sir-david-attenborough-optimistic-us-will-return-to-paris-climate-agreement/
Turkish prosecutors investigate Saudi writer’s disappearance
Mr Khashoggi, 59, went missing while on a visit to the consulate in Istanbul for paperwork to marry his Turkish fiancee. . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16966160.turkish-prosecutors-investigate-saudi-writers-disappearance/
Iain Macwhirter: Sturgeon shouldn’t be afraid of a People’s Vote on Brexit – it’s the only referendum she’s likely to get
If Nicola Sturgeon is planning a “lifeboat” referendum on independence before the UK leaves the EU in March, as the Western Isles MP...
Global warming: What’s so significant about 1.5C?
A major report is to set out what needs to be done to keep global temperature rises to no more than 1.5C –...
Dramatic action urged globally amid stark warning on climate change
Major talks are talking place in South Korea involving 195 governments. . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16966066.dramatic-action-urged-globally-amid-stark-warning-on-climate-change/
Ferry evacuated amid fears of ‘device’ on board
The vessel was searched by officers. . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16966067.ferry-evacuated-amid-fears-of-device-on-board/
Class ceiling: Why don’t people want to be teachers?
RYAN Gilmour knew he wanted to be a teacher for the rest of his working life when he stood up in front of...
Tory hardliners soften Brexit stance in bid to get Chequers chucked
Move comes as Sir Bernard Jenkin said Brexiteers were not threatening to vote against the Budget unless PM gets tougher with EU. ....
