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Sixth Tourist Dies in Laos After ‘Toxic Vodka Shots’ as Hostel Owner Arrested In a tragic turn of events, the family of 19-year-old Australian teenager Holly Bowles has confirmed her passing, making her the sixth tourist to have died after consuming suspected methanol-poisoned alcohol in Laos. Holly had been in critical condition in a Bangkok…

Renfrewshire Communities to ‘Reclaim the Night’ in Annual Campaign Renfrewshire residents are gearing up to participate in the Reclaim The Night march, an annual event aimed at ending domestic abuse, harassment, and violence against women and young people. Organised by Renfrewshire Council’s Community Learning and Development team, Women and Children First team, and partners, the…

Lanarkshire Siblings Embark on Journey to Nepal to Reach Everest Base Camp Julie and Archie MacConnell, originally from the Whitehill area of Hamilton, are gearing up for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure as they set their sights on trekking to Everest Base Camp in Nepal. The siblings are undertaking this challenging expedition early next month with the…

Prince Andrew has found himself embroiled in a royal row over his living arrangements, particularly concerning Frogmore Cottage and the Royal Lodge. Initially offered Frogmore Cottage in exchange for the Royal Lodge in Windsor Great Park, the Duke of York has refused to make the move despite his brother, King Charles, cutting off his living…

A shocking discovery by a young boy on a school run in Musselburgh has left a mother horrified after her son found a large 10-inch knife on a playing field near the school. The nine-year-old spotted the menacing blade while walking with his mum on Thursday morning. The sharp weapon was found at Pinkie St…

A Scottish delegate at the COP29 summit in Baku has issued a stark warning, stating that there are only a few hours left to save the planet and prevent the crucial UN climate talks from becoming a disastrous failure. Ben Wilson, representing the Scottish Catholic aid charity SCIAF, highlighted the urgent need for a significant…

Renters are in urgent need of assistance as 999 emergency service workers struggle to afford living in major cities across the UK. It is unacceptable that paramedics and other essential workers find themselves unable to afford accommodation in cities due to the increasing cost of rent. An ambulance crew member shared his experience of receiving…

Housing campaigners in Scotland are calling on the government to utilise a windfall from Westminster to address the ongoing homelessness crisis. As the Scottish budget is set to be determined on December 4, campaigners are urging First Minister John Swinney to reverse cuts in housing targets to prevent a surge in homelessness cases. The director…

Bruce Walker, a 76-year-old American man, was left stunned after a gold ring he had lost 56 years ago was discovered by a metal detectorist on a beach in Scotland. The ring, a graduation gift from high school, had been lent to a friend in Dallas, Texas, in 1968 and had not been seen since.…

A woman in her late 30s, juggling a busy job and three kids under eight, has expressed her dilemma in lacking the desire for intimacy due to feeling overwhelmed by her responsibilities. Despite her husband being supportive and actively involved in childcare and household chores, maintaining a strict routine is crucial to prevent everything from…