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I saw Liam Gallagher headline TRNSMT 2024 - my verdict
Verdict: Five stars. Liam Gallagher joked he will be ‘sick of the f***ing sight’ of Glasgow soon as he took on headlining duties at TRNSMT music festival on Friday night. A mere month from when he last wowed the city with two sold-out shows
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I saw 90s stars Garbage at TRNSMT - Here is my verdict
Verdict: Four stars. 90s stars Garbage put their Scottish roots at the heart of their TRNSMT set today. The supergroup kicked off their performance with bagpipers and drummers playing Flower of Scotland, before lead singer Shirley Manson
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11 of the best TRNSMT crowd action shots on Friday 2024
Music festivals are the one place you can let your hair down to really enjoy yourself. Our photographer Gordon Terris has captured some amazing pictures of fans enjoying the music and getting into the spirit of TRNSMT. Here are the best snaps
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I saw Travis surprise TRNSMT show - and it was 'f**king brilliant'
Verdict: Five stars. Scottish rockers Travis made their TRNSMT debut with a surprise show in the hangout. The Glasgow band were not on the bill for the city festival on Friday but they managed to shock fans as they jumped on the smallest stage
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I saw Sugababes at TRNSMT in Glasgow - it was a pop masterclass
Verdict: Five stars. The Sugababes and their incredible harmonies are the set essential for every music festival this summer. The trio - back to their 1998 formation lineup of Mutya Buena, Keisha Buchanan, and Siobhan Donaghy, more than impressed
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Person dies after being hit by train on Glasgow line
A person has died after being hit by a train in Renfrewshire. We reported how National Rail said a person had been struck by a train between Paisley Gilmour Street and Kilwinning. Now, the British Transport Police (BTP) has revealed they were
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Man murdered his friend in his home and left his body lying for days
A MAN murdered his friend at his home and left him for days in a pool of blood. Christopher Howe, 38, assaulted Paul Berry at his home in Glasgow's Castlemilk on Friday, November 18, 2022. Howe repeatedly punched and kicked Mr Berry during
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Man pleads guilty to making threat of violence towards founder of homeless charity
A MAN has pleaded guilty to making a threat of violence towards the founder of a Glasgow homeless charity. Edward Henry, 56, behaved in a threatening or abusive manner through social media network sites by repeatedly uttering inflammatory remarks
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Scots rock band to 'busk' on bus around Glasgow city centre this weekend
A Scottish rock band will be 'busking' on a bus around Glasgow this weekend. Glasgow's Brit-award-winning group Travis have announced they will be touring the city on a double-decker bus on Saturday, July 13. It comes as the musical group has
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Declan McKenna gets taps aff for TRNSMT main stage set
Verdict: Four stars. Declan McKenna was an infectious addition to TRNSMT's main stage line-up today. Lifting his can in the air before he sang his first note, the 25-year-old made a statement - we're going to have fun. And we certainly did
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Major retailer with Glasgow store set to enter administration
A major retailer is set to enter administration, putting the future of its more than 1,800 staff at risk. Carpetright has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators. It is understood that experts from PwC are set to be appointed as
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Bubble tea brand to open third Glasgow store
A bubble tea brand is set to open its third Glasgow store this weekend. Bubble CiTea will officially welcome customers at its new location in Buchanan Galleries on Saturday, July 13. The new store is located on the ground floor of the shopping
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I saw Tallia Storm at TRNSMT in Glasgow - she was oozing with confidence
Verdict: Three stars. Scottish singer Tallia Storm brought superstar energy to the smallest TRNSMT stage on Friday as she kicked off an early set at the festival. Backed by four dancers, she opened up her show at the River Stage with the Destiny
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Union says more staff are needed for big TRNSMT street clean up operation
More street cleaners are needed for the city centre this weekend for a clean up around the TRNSMT music festival, according to a union. GMB has said there will not be enough extra staff deployed to cope with the tens of thousands more people heading
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Upgrade works to begin on Glasgow road as drivers warned to 'expect delays'
Upgrade works are set to begin on a busy Glasgow road as drivers are being warned to 'expect delays'. Glasgow City Council says Scottish Water upgrade works will take place on Robroyston Road between Olive Street and Louden Hill Road in the city's
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Glasgow music legend Lulu reveals hearing loss heartache
GLASGOW music legend Lulu has told of her heartbreak after discovering she is suffering from hearing loss following six decades of live performances. The Shout singer, who is currently embarking on her final tour, revealed she had been struggling
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Police issue warning as TRNSMT festival kicks off in Glasgow
Police have issued a warning as TRNSMT 2024 kicks off in Glasgow today. The music event will take place between Friday, July 12 and Sunday, July 14 at Glasgow Green in the city. Musicians set to perform include Gerry Cinnamon, Calvin Harris
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Revellers arrive at TRNSMT 2024 for first day of festival
TRNSMT 2024 is underway with thousands of revellers flocking to Glasgow Green for the first day of the festival. The gates opened at 12pm for day one which will see music fans treated to live performances from dozens of genre-spanning acts.
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Train services disrupted after person hit by train
Glasgow train services have been disrupted after a person was hit by a train. National Rail says a person has been struck by a train between Paisley Gilmour Street and Kilwinning. It comes after we reported 999 teams were dealing with an incident
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I took £20 to TRNSMT 2024 and this is what I bought
Thousands of revellers have embarked on Glasgow Green today as day one of TRNSMT 2024 has begun. (Image: Images taken by Gordon Terris, Newsquest) We know most festival goers this weekend will come with a budget in mind for food and drinks
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999 crews dealing with incident near train station
UPDATE: HERE Emergency crews are dealing with an incident near a train station in Renfrewshire. ScotRail has said 999 teams are dealing with a situation near Milliken Park station in Johnstone currently. The rail service has said replacement
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Filming for 'highly-anticipated' TV drama to take place in Glasgow
Filming for a 'highly-anticipated' TV drama is set to take place in Glasgow this month. Karen Pirie 2 will be filmed in parts of the city from Sunday, July 14 until Tuesday, July 16. It comes after ITV and World Productions announced filming
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The Walking Dead star spotted filming 'intoxicating' ITV thriller in East End
ANDREW Lincoln has been spotted filming an "intoxicating" new thriller for ITV in the city's East End. We previously reported scenes for Cold Water would be shot in Dennistoun between Wednesday, July 10 and Thursday, July 11. The six-part
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'The wee man': Celtic star links up with former Hoops player for smiley snap
A Celtic star has met up with a former Hoops player for a smiley snap. Canadian-right back Alistair Johnston took to social media to share a picture with Liel Abada recently. Abada, 22, played with the Glasgow side from 2021 until 2024.
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West End police box to get new lease of life as butter brand takes over
A POLICE box in Glasgow will get a new lease of life as a local butter brand takes it over. Wee Knob of Butter - formerly called Oui Knob of Butter - is opening The Butter Box in the blue police box near to the entrance of Glasgow Botanic Gardens
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Prisoner dies at HMP Low Moss in Bishopbriggs
A prisoner has died in custody at HMP Low Moss in Bishopbriggs. The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) announced that Alexander McDonald passed away on Monday, July 8. READ MORE: Prisoner dies at HMP Low Moss in Bishopbriggs Police Scotland
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Trains to be replaced by buses on Glasgow line this weekend
Trains are set to be replaced by buses on a busy Glasgow line this weekend. ScotRail says services running from Mount Florida in the Southside to Newton Station in South Lanarkshire will be replaced by buses on Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July
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Childcare worker and mum of three wins £3 million house she thought was a joke
A mum of three has won a £3 million house that she thought was a joke being played on her by the family's notorious prankster. Childcare worker Rachael Reid, 54, scooped the latest Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Surrey. She also won £100,000
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First Royal Mail postbox with the King's cypher to be installed on this street
The Royal Mail has announced that the first red postbox with King Charles III’s cypher has been installed. The historic round pillar box, considered a British classic, is on the High Street in Great Cambourne, south Cambridgeshire. Helping
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The 'easy' Google Street View hack that could stop your home from being burgled
Security experts have shared an 'easy' hack to help stop your home from being burgled - all with the help of Google Street View. Typing your address into Street View to see if the Google car has captured us going about our lives is one of lives
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‘I thought I was going to die’: Warning issued as £20 meds nearly kills mum
A mum has issued a warning over buying £20 skinny jabs via beauticians on Facebook - after it nearly killed her. Stacey Smith has claimed she got the injection at a salon just ten minutes after chatting to the owner over Facebook in a bid to shed
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Millions of drivers who passed test before 2015 risking £1,000 fine, DVLA warns
Millions of motorists are currently driving illegally and at risk of a £1,000 fine from the DVLA, new figures have shown. It is illegal in the UK to get behind the wheel of vehicle without a valid photocard licence, which carries a driver’s personal
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Man caught with 'blade' on busy street after 'acting suspiciously'
A man was allegedly caught with a blade on a busy street in Wishaw. Police say they observed a man 'acting suspiciously' on Main Street in the town on Wednesday, July 10. Following that, officers engaged with him. He was then searched and
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'Another hits the dust' cry punters as restaurant announces shock closure
A restaurant in Cumbernauld has announced its shock closure. Houstons Bar & Grill - which is located in Auchenkilns Park in the town - took to social media to reveal the devastating news recently. In the post, the local eatery said it will
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Band announce Hydro gig on upcoming tour ahead of TRNSMT show
A BAND have announced a gig at the Hydro on their upcoming tour ahead of their performance at TRNSMT this weekend. Following the release of their new single Solitude Of The Night Bus, Courteeners have announced details of an autumn arena tour
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LIVE: Fans prepare for TRNSMT Sunday headliner Calvin Harris
12:09am (Image: Calvin Harris) ⭐⭐⭐ We caught Calvin Harris closing TRNSMT. Our verdict here
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TRNSMT due to start with Liam Gallagher topping line up
TRNSMT is due to kick off with Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher topping the bill along with Scottish rockers Garbage. The Met Office has forecast good weather for most of the three-day music festival on Glasgow Green. The festival opens on Friday
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Travis frontman reveals he wanted to name album after the Evening Times
The frontman of Scottish rock band Travis delves into the making of the group’s upcoming 10th album - L.A. Times. “Stormy weather makes life interesting,” says Travis frontman Fran Healy. The lead singer of Glasgow’s Brit award-winning band
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'Impressive young man': Boy, 11, secures new bin for 'messy' street
A primary seven pupil has secured the installation of a new bin after writing to the council about littered streets. Thomas Kerr was struck by the amount of rubbish he found lying on the pavement whilst litter picking in the short distance between
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How we celebrated the tradition of the Glasgow Fair
FAIR Monday, 1982, and Glasgow was baking in the summer sunshine. “It was a scorcher,” says Times Past reader Dorothy Connor. “George Square in Glasgow was packed and I was going to fulfil a long held ambition. “I was part of an amateur
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Trophy older than World Cup now on display in Glasgow museum
A historic trophy older than the World Cup and European Championships is now on exhibit in Glasgow. The Durand Cup will be open to public viewing at The Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum on Sauchiehall Street. It was introduced in 1888 by diplomat
