The area around the Scottish National Gallery was cordoned off and Princes Street was closed.
For most Afghans staving off starvation is the biggest challenge since the Taliban returned to power.
Three men are cleared of involvement in a drive-by shooting linked to Dublin drug feud.
Lancashire Police will work with the Merseyside, Cheshire, Cumbria and North Wales forces.
The move answers a major demand from European allies at a time of strained relations.
Kenya's Ferdinand Omanyala, the new African 100m record holder, insists he is not worried about questions raised by his 2017 drugs ban.
Wales international prop forward Ben Flower retires from professional rugby league at the age of 33.
Jennifer Beattie says playing Scotland's home Women's World Cup qualifiers at Hampden is a 'pinch-me moment'.
Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw is delighted by the return of fans for the friendly against Australia at Tallaght Stadium.
Eight months after the old bridge was swept away, the council warns over funding for a new one.
The Lancashire town has welcomed politicians from around the world for the G7 Speakers' Summit.
Jonathan Taylor faces questioning over bribery and corruption claims despite a failed extradition bid.
Tourism bodies warn Scotland's retention of rigorous testing rules while in England they are relaxed will harm trade.
An appeal on the 30th anniversary of Tom Oliver's murder prompted people to come forward, police say.
Warrington prop Mike Cooper will miss Friday's Super League play-off eliminator against Hull KR after receiving a one-match ban.
Ross Whiteley will join Hampshire next season on a three-year white-ball contract after deciding to leave Worcestershire.
Dywed cwmni bwyd 2 Sisters ei bod hi'n bosib y byddan nhw'n cynhyrchu 10% yn llai o gywion o fewn dyddiau.
Hossam Metwally, who injected his partner with powerful drugs, is sentenced to almost 15 years.
Dylan Price is believed to have been hit by a vehicle while walking along the road, police say.
The deputy first minister says she considered going to hospital after suffering "quite severe" Covid.
England Test batsman Dan Lawrence signs a new two-year contract to stay with county side Essex.
The deputy first minister says she considered going to hospital after suffering "quite severe" Covid.
After a year out due to Covid, this year's show is being held four months later than is traditional.
The US daily death toll from Covid-19 has risen above 2,000 for the first time since February.
Hibernian are hoping for a record crowd for the first ever women's Edinburgh derby to take place at Easter Road.