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Common Foods in Diet that ‘Age You Faster’ and Raise Risk of Dementia Recent research has found that a diet high in sugar, commonly associated with type 2 diabetes, may not only lead to chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes but can also accelerate the ageing process. Oxford University researchers conducted a study on…

A clinic in Turkey is under fire after a mum claimed they threatened to “hold her hostage” following a botched £8,000 ‘mummy makeover.’ Holly Guest, a 31-year-old mum, underwent a series of cosmetic surgeries in Turkey, including a tummy tuck, breast implants with an uplift, and liposuction. This was part of her quest to achieve…

Distrust in Scottish Government Surges Over the Last Year, Survey Finds A recent study has shown a significant increase in distrust towards the Scottish Government over the past year. According to the 2023 Scottish household survey, 45% of respondents said they distrusted the Government, a jump from 38% in 2022. This places the Government as…

Still Game’s beloved character ‘Boaby the Barman’ made a surprise appearance at a Lanarkshire pub, delighting punters ahead of his upcoming comedy gig. Gavin Mitchell, who portrays Boaby in the popular Scottish comedy series, interacted with fans at The Weavers in Strathaven before his stand-up show ‘Look Who It Isnae’ at Glassford Village Hall on…

Over 100 former mineworkers in Coatbridge and Bellshill are set to receive an increase in their weekly pension payments, ensuring fair payouts moving forward. This enhancement follows the Labour Government’s recent action to rectify a longstanding injustice, resulting in the transfer of £1.5 billion to the pension scheme. The uplift aims to provide financial support…

Plans for a new state-of-the-art primary school in Callander have been given the green light, marking a significant step forward for the town’s ‘community campus’. The new Callander Primary School will be part of the upcoming ‘Callander Community Campus’ which will also house Callander Nursery, McLaren High School, and McLaren Leisure Centre. The Loch Lomond…

Scotland is bracing for a return of wintry weather, with snowfall predicted to blanket the country for a three-day period accompanied by freezing temperatures as low as -11°C. The latest data from WX Charts reveals a significant snow front looming over the northern half of Scotland, which is expected to intensify in the coming days.…

Motorists using a key road in Dumfries and Galloway have been advised to brace for delays due to ongoing gully clearing work. The A701, which serves as a vital link between Dumfries, Beattock, Moffat, and the M74, will be undergoing maintenance throughout this week. The gully clearing operations are scheduled to occur on the northbound…

Health agencies have warned travellers about the Marburg virus, a deadly disease spreading rapidly in Rwanda, with fears of transmission growing. The virus, known as the ‘bleeding eye’ disease due to its horrifying symptoms, has already claimed the lives of 15 people in Rwanda and infected hundreds more. Experts are concerned that the disease, which…

Dumfries Model Car Club Granted Permission to Build New Tracks near Mabie Forest The Dumfries Model Car Club has received planning permission to develop two radio-controlled car racing tracks near Mabie Forest in Dumfries. The club will be relocating to a piece of land close to the Dumfries Model Flying Club where they will construct…