Celebration of West Lothian’s diverse community was ‘electric’
This year’s African Scottish Diversity Expo attracted people from around West Lothian for another “unforgettable experience”. The event held at the Steelyard in Bathgate was described as an “electric” celebration…
‘My mate butchered the spelling of her kids’ name – it makes me cringe’
Choosing a baby name is just the beginning, as you may face another challenge – selecting the right spelling. While certain names have one well-known spelling, others offer variations to…
New initiative at Ayr’s Holy Trinity Church offers free music lessons
Holy Trinity Church in Ayr has launched a new initiative with a “unique” singing programme. Voice for Life offers free one-to-one music lessons to participants of all ages through a…
“Ultimate” true crime night out to thrill Ayrshire audience
Fans of true crime in Ayrshire are set to be enthralled by an evening of entertainment investigating staged murders. Murder: Staged is coming to Ayr’s Gaiety Theatre on Friday, January…
Google files EU antitrust complaint accusing Microsoft of stifling cloud competition
Google filed an antitrust complaint with the European Commission Wednesday accusing Microsoft of using unfair licensing contracts to stifle competition in the multibillion-dollar cloud computing industry. At the heart of…
00s pop star who has ‘disappeared’ looks basically the same 21 years after huge hit
Stacie Orrico looks exactly the same as she did at the height of her fame (Picture: AP) Stacie Orrico, a major pop singer from the noughties, looks almost exactly the…
Crime and Public Safety | New documents lay bare warnings, missed chances in preventing 2022 Rikers suicide
As lawyers for the city and detainees gather Wednesday before a federal judge in a wood-paneled courtroom at 500 Pearl St. to argue over whether to hold the city in…
Lineker and Shearer blown away by Aberdeen as fellow pundit tips them to silence Celtic and Rangers and ‘do a Leicester’
Aberdeen have been tipped to challenge for the Scottish Premiership title by Gary Lineker and Micah Richards, thanks to their stellar performances so far this season. The Dons have had…
Crime and Public Safety | Man, 64, fatally struck by hit-and-run tow truck driver in Bronx crosswalk
A 64-year-old man was fatally struck by a hit-and-run tow truck driver in a Bronx intersection, police said Wednesday. SM Akhtaruzzaman was crossing Bronxwood Ave. at E. 229th St. in…
EasyJet shares major update for those travelling in 2025
EasyJet is ringing in the changes with updates to its holiday package brand, looking towards winter 2025. Next year’s travel plans are already taking off, with the budget-friendly carrier launching…