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A recent study conducted by Cancer Research UK has revealed concerning trends regarding smoking in Scotland. The analysis suggests that if current trends persist, smoking is projected to cause nearly 30,000 cancer cases in Scotland over the next five years. These estimates are for cancers caused by smoking between July 2024 and July 2029, with…

Tesco stores in Lanarkshire are participating in the 12th annual Tesco Winter Food Collection, where donated items will be given to the charities Trussell and FareShare. Both charities anticipate a high demand for their services this winter, and the Food Collection plays a crucial role in providing additional donations. Ken Murphy, Tesco Group CEO, highlighted…

GP Issues Urgent Warning on Popular Over-the-Counter Cold and Flu Remedy An NHS GP has raised concerns about a widely-used over-the-counter remedy that could potentially exacerbate breathing issues for individuals battling a common cold. Dr Sooj has cautioned against the excessive use of certain nasal sprays available in the market, such as those containing oxymetazoline,…

Traveller 13-year-old ‘forced onto train’ by police and left 100 miles from mum A teenager from the traveller community was left distressed after being escorted onto a train by police with other youngsters, according to her mother. The 13-year-old girl, along with her 15-year-old brother, were amongst a group of youths directed onto trains at…

A big cat is suspected to be roaming near a village in the UK after a roe deer was discovered savaged on an estate in Painswick, Cotswolds. Only the deer’s head and rear legs remained, with the rest of its body seemingly consumed by the large predator. Signs on the deer’s coat, including ripped-out hair,…

Storm Bert Causes Chaos in Scotland with Road Closures and Service Disruptions Storm Bert has unleashed havoc across various parts of Scotland, with powerful gusts of wind reaching up to 70mph and relentless downpours assaulting the country overnight. The Met Office has issued warnings of strong winds that are anticipated to disrupt transportation throughout the…

Hollywood Star Russell Crowe Donates £5,000 for Scots Stuntman’s Life-Changing Surgery Hollywood star Russell Crowe has shown his generosity by donating £5,000 towards a fundraiser for a Scottish stuntman who suffered a severe leg injury. The Gladiator actor’s contribution came shortly after Outlander star Sam Heughan also contributed £2,000 to support Charlie Allan, a 61-year-old…

Scotland is facing another bout of severe weather as Storm Bert continues to bring disruption with 70mph gales. After a weekend marked by challenging conditions such as snow, wind, and ice, a yellow weather warning is still in effect in the northwest of the country until 10am today (November 25). The storm is shifting eastward…

Coronation Street’s new boss, Kate Brooks, has revealed the departure of a beloved character from the long-running ITV soap opera. Helen Worth, who has played the iconic character Gail Platt since 1974, has decided to leave the show, with her final scenes set to air during the upcoming festive episodes. Brooks expressed her devastation over…

Four coins with rare features worth loads – including special 10p design Four rare coins have been making waves on TikTok, with one holding a significant value. @CoinCollectingWizard, a user on the platform, has revealed a series of gems that could potentially be in your pocket. It’s always worth checking your change for any special…