Tragic Incident: Two Children Die After Falling into Frozen Lake In a heartbreaking incident, a 12-year-old boy and an 11-year-old girl lost their lives after plunging into a frozen lake in New York. The tragedy unfolded around 4.35pm local time in Albany, New York, when the boy fell through the ice of the frozen Washington…

A new ecocide law in Scotland is set to be introduced at Holyrood following approval from MSPs. The proposed Ecocide Prevention Bill, put forward by Labour MSP Monica Lennon, could lead to severe penalties, including up to 20 years in prison for top executives of companies responsible for significant environmental harm. With the support of…

Tragedy struck the Coronation Street community when actress Carol Royle’s husband, Julian Spear, passed away in a tragic swimming accident. The 70-year-old actress shared the heartbreaking news on her Facebook page, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of her 47-year companion. Carol described Julian as a fit man who experienced a sudden massive brain haemorrhage…

A Glasgow woman, Laura Lynn, found herself in excruciating pain in her back, abdomen, and side, initially thought to be caused by kidney stones. However, thanks to a charity set up in memory of her cousin, Laura discovered it was actually a grapefruit-sized cyst in her ovaries. The 46-year-old decided to get a private scan…

Controversial cuts to Falkirk school hours have no support ahead of a crunch meeting scheduled for tomorrow. Three amendments have been submitted, indicating that there is no political backing for the proposal, including from the SNP administration. The initial decision was postponed in October, awaiting the announcement of UK and Scottish budgets for a clearer…

A new community group in Dumfries and Galloway has been established with the aim of keeping the area clean and litter-free. Named Keeping D&G Tidy, the group is spearheaded by Maggie Holdsworth, who dedicates numerous hours each week to cleaning up litter along the A75 near Dumfries. Supported by The People’s Project, the group’s mission…

A resident in Rutherglen is calling for action to address the issue of bins being left out on the streets, attracting rats. Nicola Costello has raised concerns about overflowing bins and litter being dumped beside them, leading to a buildup of waste attracting rodents. Areas particularly affected include Farme Castle Court, Barnflat Street, and Baronald…

Hugo Boss watch slashed to under £100 on Amazon Looking for a stylish and versatile gift for a loved one this holiday season? Amazon is currently offering a significant discount on the sleek men’s HUGO Analogue Quartz Watch, making it an attractive buy for just £84, down from £119. This sturdy stainless steel timepiece is…

A new online petition is urging the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to raise Carer’s Allowance payments to match the National Minimum Wage rate of £11.44 per hour, translating to a weekly payment of £400.40 or £1,601.60 every four weeks. Currently, unpaid carers providing a minimum of 35 hours of support receive £327.60 every…

Dumfries radio DJ Lee Medd is throwing his weight behind a campaign that cautions drivers against getting behind the wheel while fatigued. Presenting the breakfast show on Alive 107.3, Medd is encouraging drivers to plan ahead, especially if they are embarking on long journeys to visit loved ones during the festive season. Recent statistics reveal…