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Hamilton man who threw ammonia in cousin’s face narrowly avoids jail term
A man in Hamilton who threw ammonia in his cousin’s face has narrowly avoided a prison sentence, as reported by the Daily Record. The incident occurred at the victim’s home in Allanshaw Gardens, resulting in the victim being temporarily blinded in one eye. The perpetrator, David Nisbet, 46, from Ardenclutha Avenue, Hamilton, was sentenced to…
NHS to hand out ‘game-changing’ daily pill to help people quit smoking
NHS Introduces ‘Game-Changing’ Daily Pill to Aid Smoking Cessation In a bid to help tens of thousands of people quit smoking, the NHS is set to launch a new daily pill that is being hailed as a ‘game changer’. The pill, known as varenicline and produced by Teva UK, is expected to play a crucial…
Pharmacist warns common winter bug can be confused for something else
A pharmacist has issued a warning about a common winter bug that can be mistaken for something less serious as the UK braces for the winter season. Niamh McMillan, Superdrug’s Pharmacy Superintendent, highlighted the similarities between norovirus and food poisoning, noting that both illnesses present with severe nausea, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, and vomiting. Stressing the…
TV star’s kids left orphaned after husband tragically dies two years after her suicide
TV Star’s Children Left Orphaned After Tragic Loss of Husband Following Her Suicide Australian TV presenter Erin Jayne Plummer’s husband, Alan Plummer, has passed away at the age of 49 in Freshwater, Sydney, just two years after Erin’s untimely suicide. The heartbreaking news has left the couple’s three children without parents, as reported by the…
80s and 90s rock legend says ‘future uncertain’ after diagnosis
80s and 90s rock legend Mike Peters, the frontman of Welsh band The Alarm, has expressed uncertainty about his future after doctors confirmed the return of aggressive cancer. Earlier this year, Peters had to call off a US tour due to a fast-growing lymphoma diagnosis. In September, he received the all-clear after undergoing experimental therapy…
Common childhood condition ‘could increase risk of developing dementia’
A new study suggests a potential link between childhood asthma and an increased risk of memory difficulties, which could lead to a higher chance of developing dementia later in life. The research, conducted over a two-year period with 473 children, indicated that those with asthma performed worse on memory tasks compared to their peers without…
Coastguard helicopter joins search for man who vanished from Scots coastal town
Coastguard Helicopter Joins Search for Missing Man in Scottish Coastal Town In a bid to find a missing man who disappeared from a Scottish coastal town, Coastguard crews have joined the search efforts. John Geddes, 33, was last seen in the Coulardhill area of Lossiemouth in Moray around 10.30 pm on Monday. Since then, he…
People who work unusual hours ‘more at risk of diabetes and obesity’
People who work unusual hours ‘more at risk of diabetes and obesity’ A recent study conducted by the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania has found a concerning link between working irregular hours, such as night shifts, and an increased risk of developing diabetes and obesity. The study highlights how our eating…
Police in Dumfries and Galloway launch probe as car damaged in Lockerbie
Police in Dumfries and Galloway are conducting an investigation after a car was found damaged in Lockerbie. The incident involving a white Volvo XC90 occurred on Station Road between 10pm on Saturday, November 9, and 1.40am on Sunday, November 10. Sergeant Iain Monro stated that enquiries are currently ongoing and urged anyone who witnessed anything…
Danish homewares store Søstrene Grene to open in West Lothian this week
Danish homewares store Søstrene Grene is all set to open its doors in Livingston this Friday at 10 am. With over 300 stores globally, this international retailer is bringing its unique Scandinavian style and affordable prices to Livingston just in time for the festive season. Located at The Centre, Livingston, shoppers can expect a wide…