A glowing winter sunrise over the sheep fields in Birsay, Orkney, captured by Orkney Homestead, showcases the islands’ natural beauty.

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The ultra-remote island of North Ronaldsay may boast only around 60 people -- but it is home to what scientists say could be a breakthrough in cutting planet-warming ...

Sometimes, you just have to follow your instincts and let serendipity take care of the rest. North Ronaldsay, a remote island north of mainland Orkney, has a population of about 50 and a lot of sheep.