Linlithgow teen earns new cycling team first victory
Linlithgow Academy pupil Gregor Calvert won the Brechin Cycle Cross to give a new West Lothian Junior Cycle Team its first podium. The Linlithgow teen moved ahead of his opponents…
Alex Ferguson stuns Rangers, Celtic turn on the style and Hibs struck by tragedy – when Scottish football played on Christmas Day
Turkey and all the trimmings. The King’s speech. Charades. Silly cracker jokes. For many families up and down the country, they are all part of the traditional Christmas Day celebrations.…
Etiquette expert says we’ve all been pulling Christmas crackers wrong – and it’s time to change
Etiquette expert William Hanson has revealed that we’ve all been pulling our Christmas crackers wrong, as he explains the correct timing and method. In a piece for the Daily Telegraph,…
Only people with 20/20 vision can find all gnomes in fiendish Christmas puzzle
Puzzles and optical illusions can be a great way to boost your intelligence. There’s nothing quite like a good puzzle to dust off the cobwebs in your brain and get…
Music legend Richard Perry, producer of ‘You’re So Vain,’ dies at 82
Perry worked with some of the greatest artists of the 20th century, including the Beatles and Art Garfunkle. WASHINGTON — Richard Perry, a hitmaking record producer with a flair for…
Muslims and Jews forge bonds, friendship through traditional Christmas Day lunch
The traditional Christmas Day lunch will take place Wednesday in Round Rock. ROUND ROCK, Texas — On Christmas Day, two religious groups that don’t typically celebrate the Christmas holiday will…
Teen fatally shoots brother after mistaking him for attacker, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN/Gray News) – A 20-year-old Nebraska man is dead and his 16-year-old brother is in custody following an early Christmas Eve shooting that police say was the result…
Dunkin’ and IHOP among few chains keeping doors open on Christmas Day 2024
Most stores close for Christmas, but there are some exceptions. Here’s a complete list. AUSTIN, Texas — While most grocery and major retailers will be closed for Christmas Day, you’re…
William’s ‘thoughtful’ £100 Christmas gift for Kate sells out in minutes
Kate Middleton is often a source of fashion inspiration for royal fans thanks to her elegant style and envied wardrobe. And a pair of gorgeous earrings, which were gifted to…
Scottish party leaders thank emergency workers in Christmas messages
Scottish party leaders have paid tribute to the thousands of emergency service employees working this Christmas. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar and Scottish Greens co-leader Lorna Slater issued separate messages…