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Brendan Rodgers admits he could double down with two up front for Celtic
IF THERE was a surprise this week as Celtic brushed aside Alashkert in the searing Armenian heat it was not that there was no Gibralter Red Imps re-run. Rather, the decision to start with two strikers in Moussa Dembele and Odsonne Edouard might
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Davie Hay: Alashkert at Parkhead is chance to see Celtic's fringe benefits
Brendan Rodgers might see fit to play a few fringe players this Wednesday night as Celtic have essentially booked their place in the next qualification round as they seek to land Champions League football again.We all know that it is a piece of nonsense
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Two more contenders for Glasgow's Favourite Business: Princes Square and The Garage
SIX city businesses will be competing for the title of Favourite Business of the Year award in October.One of them will win the coveted title, which is sponsored by the Evening Times and is part of the Glasgow Business Awards 2018, which are organised
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Steven Gerrard: Mentality will be key for Rangers in second leg against Shkupi
STEVEN GERRARD reckons mentality will be key for Rangers as they look to secure their place in the Europa League second round next week.The Light Blues were 2-0 winners over Macedonian minnows FK Shkupi last night thanks to a first half strike from Jamie
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Steven Gerrard: Rangers kid Ross McCrorie has the mentality to bounce back from Old Firm defeats last term
STEVEN GERRARD has backed Ross McCrorie to put his difficult Old Firm experiences behind him and become a key player for Rangers this season.The 20-year-old impressed during his debut campaign for the Light Blues last term after being handed his debut
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Leigh Griffiths set to sit out if Celtic reach next stop in Europe
LEIGH GRIFFITHS is set to miss Celtic’s second UEFA Champions League qualification campaign after Brendan Rodgers revealed that the player is facing up to three weeks on the sidelines.Having established a 3-0 first-leg win over Alashkert this week, Celtic
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Davie Hay: Bidding war aside, John McGinn will be at Celtic sooner or later
The John McGinn sage will essentially run for as long as Hibs want it to.I think the midfielder’s heart lies at Celtic but what Hibs will be angling for is for another club to come in for him and force the price up.I have said for a long time that I believe
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Cheque it out: Scott Allison pinching himself after £600k donation secured Partick Thistle academy's future
WHEN Scott Allison was asked to sit down with Gerry Britton and map out how much a viable youth programme would cost Partick Thistle to run, little did he think that five years later, a cheque for £600,000 would be presented to him as head of their very
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Peter Whiteford is hip and happening in Scottish Open as Luke List leads
Beware the injured golfer? Forget that old adage. It’s the retired golfer you have to be wary of. With Andy Murray’s hip troubles getting the kind of global attention that the pelvic thrusts of Elvis used to generate, Peter Whiteford’s problems in that
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Rangers 2-0 FK Shkupi: Steven Gerrard marks Ibrox debut with Europa League victory
THE game was won, but the job isn’t yet done for Rangers. Nobody at Ibrox, and certainly not Steven Gerrard, will need told that.The new Light Blues boss marked his competitive debut with a victory but the margin of the win over FK Shkupi – just 2-0 thanks
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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers not hopeful of John McGinn deal
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers admits a deal for John McGinn will be difficult, but refused to rule out a third bid for the Hibernian midfielder. Hibs head coach Neil Lennon confirmed on Wednesday that his club had rejected a second Celtic offer
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Brendan Rodgers: Scotland must look to Croatia for World Cup inspiration
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers claims Scotland and other similar-sized countries can have no more excuses after Croatia reached the World Cup final. Croatia set up a repeat of their 1998 semi-final against France after seeing off England on Wednesday
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No regrets for fan who had ‘England 2018 World Cup Winners’ tattoo
A proud football fan who had “England 2018 World Cup Winners” tattooed on his stomach insisted he had no regrets and will not have it removed. Jamie Richardson was certain the Three Lions would win the Jules Rimet trophy after having “a premonition
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Strict restrictions around Glasgow Prestwick as Donald Trump prepares to touch down
STRICT restrictions have been placed around Glasgow Prestwick Airport as Donald Trump prepares to touch down on Friday. The public is being advised that a designated viewing area (DVA) has been identified and is the only authorised area aircraft
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2,800 Paisley homes and businesses get ultrafast broadband
THOUSANDS of homes and businesses in Paisley are set to enjoy an ultrafast broadband and entertainment boost. The network has been opened up to 2,800 users in the Ferguslie Park area of the Renfrewshire town, offering speeds of up to 350Mbps.
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Bin deliberately set on fire outside trendy restaurant near Kelvingrove Museum
ENQUIRIES are being carried out after a bin was deliberately set on fire outside a trendy restaurant in Glasgow’s West End. The alarm was raised in the early hours of the morning as firefighters rushed to 10 10 on Radnor Street, just off Argyle
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Police name Rangers fan found dead in Edinburgh
POLICE have named the Rangers fan found dead in Edinburgh last week. Stephen Grant, 49, died following an incident at Magdalene Drive on Sunday evening. Three people appeared at the city's sheriff court on Tuesday charged with his murder.
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Kenny Miller determined to maintain that winning feeling for Livingston
KENNY MILLER hopes Livingston can carry their momentum from last term into the opening matches of his first campaign at the helm.The striker was appointed Lions boss earlier this month after leaving Rangers at the end of the season.The Betfred Cup clash
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Watch: How Build-A-Bear’s toy promotion brought shopping chaos across the UK
A POPULAR toy store promotion descended into chaos today with some parents queuing up to NINE hours to bag a stuffed teddy bear for as little as £1. Some parents claimed their kids were left in tears after being turned away from busy stores with
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Bye Bye Baby: Hundreds bid final farewell to Bay City Rollers legend Alan Longmuir
HUNDREDS of fans have lined the streets to attend the funeral of one of Scotland’s most beloved musician’s today. Bay City Rollers star Alan Longmuir was laid to rest at Allan Church in Bannockburn, Stirling today. The Edinburgh born musician
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Building Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships abroad will cost economy warn MPs
THE UK Government is ignoring the financial benefits of building new ships on the Clyde, MP’s have warned. The order for the three Royal Fleet Auxiliary solid support ships is to be put out to international tender. MPs who want the ships to
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Once controversial Orange Order parade passes peacefully in Belfast
A previously controversial Orange Order feeder parade in Belfast has passed off without incident. The early morning procession along the Crumlin Road once sparked riots following its evening return, amid a dispute with nationalist residents.
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‘She received a rapturous reception’: Orange Order Scotland leader slams ‘silly fuss’ over Arlene Foster appearance
THE leader of the Orange Order in Scotland has slammed the "silly fuss" over Arlene Foster addressing a parade. The Scottish Grand Master Jim McHarg was speaking during an address to the July 12 parade in Belfast on Thursday. Ms Foster was
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Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers speaks out after players involved in car smash
CELTIC manager Brendan Rodgers has spoken after two Celtic footballers were believed to have been involved in a two-car crash in North Lanarkshire. Pictures of Olivier Ntcham and Odsonne Edouard standing near vehicles following a collision surfaced
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Search for woman who scared away three men attacking victim in Garnethill
Police are appealing for a woman whose scream scared away three attackers in Garnethill to come forward. A 28-year-old man was at the entrance of Garnethill Park on Hill Street around 10pm on Tuesday when he was approached by three men. The
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Four adorable dogs looking for a home in time for Glasgow Pride - can you help?
A DOG rescue charity is asking the Glasgow public to take “pride” in a host of pets looking for new homes. Dogs Trust Glasgow’s call comes as the charity gears up to support this year’s LGBTQI+ Pride Festival at Kelvingrove Park on Saturday and
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‘We’re proud to have served you’: Glasgow City Centre eatery popular with gym goers suddenly shuts
A GLASGOW eatery popular with the city’s gym goers has suddenly shut up shop after just two-and-a-half years. Prep Fitness Kitchen opened amid high anticipation on January 22, 2016, on Bath Street with the aim to offer customers healthy options
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What is the Twelfth of July, why is it controversial and why the bonfires?
As Orange lodges and loyalist bands take to the streets of Northern Ireland to mark the Twelfth of July here is an overview of what the event is all about. – What is the Twelfth? It is the main date of the Protestant loyal order parading season
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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers refuses to rule out third bid for Hibernian midfielder John McGinn
CELTIC manager Brendan Rodgers has refused to rule out a third bid for Hibernian midfielder John McGinn.Hibs head coach Neil Lennon confirmed on Wednesday that his club had rejected a second offer for the Scotland international, who has entered the final
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‘All the kids are crying’: Glasgow parents’ fury as Build-A-Bear promotion descends into chaos
FURIOUS parents have lashed out at Glasgow shopping centres as unprecedented demand for cut-price teddy bears at a popular shop saw stores forced to turn customers away. Customers have reported massive queues and “crying” children as Build-A-Bear
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New homes planned for derelict site in Glasgow's Castlemilk area
THE Castlemilk area of Glasgow is in line for a £3.6 million housing boost.Ardenglen Housing Association is to build 22 new homes on vacant land at the site of the former St Martins Primary School playing fields in Ardencraig Road. Work is expected to
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Matthieu Pavon sets blistering pace in first round of ASI Scottish Open
FRANCE'S Matthieu Pavon took advantage of ideal conditions for the early starters to set a blistering pace in the first round of the ASI Scottish Open.Pavon, who was in the fourth group out at 7am, eagled the par-five second at Gullane and added birdies
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‘Roll and square sausage’ gets a summer makeover with lorne ice cream
A SCOTTISH-HEADQUARTERED hotel group is celebrating National Ice Cream Day in style – by serving square sausage ice cream.Apex Hotels has given the traditional roll and lorne sausage a summer makeover, transforming it into a frozen treat presented on
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New strips for Pollok United youth team
A GLASGOW football team has received brand new strips as a result of sponsorship from its local opticians.Specsavers stores in Newlands and Buchanan Galleries have sponsored Pollok United 2010’s squad, enabling the team to purchase brand new strips.The
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Holland & Barrett's Hamilton store relocates
HOLLAND & Barrett has reopened its Hamilton store.The new branch – within Regent Shopping Centre – opened its doors on Wednesday with a variety of innovative experiences designed to help shoppers stay healthy on the move such as a 'pick n mix'
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Sex beast who brutally raped two women said he wanted threesome with 10-year-old girl
A SEX beast who drugged his two victims before brutally raping them has been jailed for 12 years.Vile George Cummings, 55, from Glasgow, who boasted to one of his rape victims that he looked like celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, told her he wanted a threesome
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'I want you dead': Glasgow mum had to be resuscitated after son repeatedly stabbed her for complaining about messy flat
A KNIFE thug who stabbed his mum in a frenzied attack after she told him to clean his flat was jailed for six years and eight months. Daryl Howard, 26, yelled “I want you dead” as he repeatedly knifed Eleanor, 51, and tried to smother her with
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Helicopters, a motorcade and the nuclear ‘football’ accompany Trump on UK visit
DONALD Trump will be accompanied by as many as 1,000 staff, a motorcade and multiple helicopters during his UK trip. Here is what the presidential entourage is made up of: – Air Force One The US leader will emerge from Air Force One
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Celtic fans given the chance to buy replica double treble parade bus
Celtic fans can now buy their own replica parade buses marking the team's double treble. An Aberdeen-based communications company has created puzzle brick parade buses for the top football league champions in Scotland. The specially made self-assembly
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Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year: Glasgow artists set to showcase their talent
THE search is on for the Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year.This week, filming took place at Inveraray Castle where three Scottish finalists showcased their top talents.Allan Dewar Martin and Peter Nardini – both of whom graduated from Glasgow School
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Police guard house in North Glasgow as part of historic murder investigation
Police have been standing guard outside of a street in the Temple area of Glasgow as part of a historic murder investigation. Residents on Tambowie Street have said that officers have been outside the property for a number of days. Neighbours
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'Scrooge Trump': Call for US President to pay outstanding debt before being allowed in Scotland
A TRANSPORT union is demanding US President Donald Trump pay up on an outstanding debt to a former Scottish hotel worker before being allowed to land in Scotland.TSSA leader Manuel Cortes says First Minister Nicola Sturgeon should tell Trump to stay away
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Deaf Havana interview: 'We had to get to the lowest point we could reach to find our way back'
SINCE releasing their debut album in 2009, Deaf Havana have come through more than most. Just a few years ago they stared down the possibility of walking away from the band for good after losing their desire to make music and accumulating insurmountable
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Harry Potter shop 'The Boy Wizard' opens in Glasgow - here's where to find it and what to expect
Harry Potter fans have been given a glimpse into the world of magic with the opening of a new shop in the city centre. The Boy Wizard opened its doors over the weekend much to the delight of Potterheads. The shop can be found on Union
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Mira Sorvino: I was gagged with condom by casting director
MIRA Sorvino has said she was gagged with a condom by a casting director when she was 16-years-old.The Oscar-winning actress, 50, was one of the first people to come forward to make allegations of sexual harassment against disgraced movie mogul Harvey
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Glasgow schools urged to 'poverty proof' their uniforms
SCHOOLS are being urged to "poverty proof" their uniforms and ban items of clothing that are deemed to be unnecessary or excessively expensive.Members of Holyrood's Education Committee made the plea after carrying out an inquiry into the
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Bev Lyons: Scotfest was a family affair for Boyzone's Shane Lynch
BOYZONE singer Shane Lynch made sure his visit to Scotland for Scotfest was a true family affair. While Shane’s sisters Edele and Keavy Lynch are in B*witched, who also played the fest, Shane’s visit to Scotland saw his whole family get together
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Bev Lyons: I was in my element at Friends Fest in Victoria Park
Especially for you JASON Donovan was spotted ‘taps aff’ in Glasgow before appearing as the the surprise guest at Ross King’s big party. Passers by couldn’t believe it when they spotted the Aussie heartthrob in town without any clothes on his
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Bev Lyons: Jacksons' emotional tribute to late father at Scots festival
US SUPERSTAR Marlon Jackson broke down in tears on stage during the band’s first gig since his father’s death. The Jacksons were headlining at Scotfest, in Ingliston’s Royal Highland Centre, for their first performance since burying their father
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Rising fears after more than 900 Glasgow City Council workers off with stress
THREE leading unions have hit out amid rising stress-related absences among Glasgow City Council staff.Unite, Unison and the GMB expressed concern after a Freedom of Information request revealed that 918 workers were off work with stress last year – the
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‘Trans prejudice is preventing me from getting back into employment’
A TRANSGENDER woman on the hunt for a job in Barrhead is urging employers to give her a chance.Professional chef Michelle Murphy has been out of work since early May and says her search for employment has been filled with discrimination and disappointment
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Scottish Open: Russell Knox and Justin Rose fathom out golf's riddle
Just how do you succeed in this mind-mangling, bamboozling, capricious game? In many ways, golf can be a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma. And there’s possibly an extra riddle, an additional wrapping of mystery and a bit more enigma. Some
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Huge vegan festival to take over Hampden Park - all you need to know
THOUSANDS of visitors and keen foodies are expected to flock to Hampden Park this weekend as the Scotland Vegan Festival comes to town. The festival, hosted by Vegan Events UK, one of the largest animal friendly festivals in the UK, and has also
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Indian Food Bazaar, Dachshund Café, Pride - and 8 other things on in Glasgow this weekend
Indian Food Bazaar The Briggait, Saturday and Sunday Go on a food tour and try dozens of dishes representing six regions across India, watch belly dancers, enjoy live music, cook and take in refreshing drinks. Free admission. Visit indianfoodbazaar.co.uk
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Glasgow area named the most deprived in Britain - but its people are not giving up
On a Wednesday morning Saracen Street has no shortage of people and the shops are doing a trade. You could say it was bustling. Take a closer look however, and you will see the problems which have blighted Possilpark for years, leading to it being
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Dinertec: Cumbernauld restaurant didn't give the chicken tikka masala I was expecting
THE doll and I were looking to spice things up on Saturday night and I had been hearing lots of good things about this joint in a small Cumbernauld village. Winner of curry awards and the talk of Condorrat, I thought Dalshannon Farm is bound to
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"I would wake up and he would be there": Woman's fight for justice over alleged childhood sex abuse
A WOMAN who says she suffered years of sexual abuse as a young girl has called for the police investigation to be re-opened, claiming the inquiry was flawed. The 53-year-old mother-of-two believes she was repeatedly raped by her step-brother from
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Much loved Govanhill business shuts up shop after 31 years - here's why
HE has run one of Govanhill's best loved businesses for the past 31 years. But now Gerry Fleming has decided to shut up shop, leaving locals - and those from further afield - saddened by the decision. The Cobbler, on Calder Street, is a local
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Ross Murdoch in Glasgow to defend European title
GLASGOW has produced some of Ross Murdoch’s happiest memories and in just three weeks time, the 24-year-old will be back in the very pool that made his name.Four years ago, the University of Stirling swimmer won a memorable gold medal on the opening night
