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Calvin Harris closes TRNSMT 2024 and drops GBX classic
Verdict: Three stars. Superstar Scottish DJ Calvin Harris got the party started just as it was about to end by headlining the final night of TRNSMT. The rain started to trickle down on the Glasgow Green on Sunday night after a glorious weekend
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Chase and Status lead TRNSMT crowd in 'Here we f***ing go' chant
Verdict: Four stars. Chase and Status more than got the crowd going at TRNSMT tonight. Keeping the main stage warm for headliner Calvin Harris, the English electronic music duo - which consists of Saul Milton and Will Kennard - proved they
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Can you spot yourself? Top pictures day three of TRNSMT 2024 in Glasgow
Thousands of revellers decended on the Glasgow Green for the final day of TRNSMT music festival to see headliner Calvin Harris. Tom Grennan, The Blossoms, and Chase and Status all wowed music fans on the main stage of the event. Below our
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Singer Tom Grennan declares 'you cannot beat the Scots' at TRNSMT
Verdict: Four stars. Singer Tom Grennan declared you can’t beat a crowd like the Scots as he wowed fans at the TRNSMT main stage on Sunday. Running on stage, the high-energy star set the tone for his performance from the get-go as he launched
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Blossoms say hit song was inspired by statue stolen near Glasgow during TRNSMT set
Verdict: Five stars. Blossoms were the perfect addition to this year's TRNSMT festival. The group, who hail from Stockport, played a killer setlist of the best and biggest hits from their four studio albums, as lead singer Tom Odgen fished
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Alison Goldfrapp tells flat TRNSMT crowd: 'You can move around'
Verdict: Three stars. Alison Goldfrapp packed on the layers for her TRNSMT performance on Sunday despite the sweltering temperatures. Wearing a multi-coloured coat, the London-born star glammed it up in her own unique way but struggled to
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Beverly Hills 90210 star Shannen Doherty dies aged 53
Beverly Hills, 90210 star Shannen Doherty has died at the age of 53 after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, her publicist has said. The actress shot to fame in the hit 1990s teenage drama alongside co-star Jason Priestley when they played
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Teenager taken to hospital after being found 'unwell' on Glasgow street
A teenager was taken to hospital after being found unwell on a Glasgow street. Officers were called to Lyoncross Road in the city's Pollok on Friday evening. They had been made aware of a 17-year-old male having taken unwell. He was taken
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I saw Irish punk band Sprints at TRNSMT - and they were electrifying
Verdict: Five stars. Despite having a song called Up and Comer, Irish punk rockers Sprints are nothing of the sort. From their opening tune, Adore Adore Adore, the Dublin group immediately brought electricity, confidence and just the right
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Two men ran into Glasgow park after an 'incident' in a shop
Two men ran into a Glasgow park after an 'incident' in a shop. A significant police presence was spotted near Queens Park in the Southside on Saturday evening. Four vans and around half a dozen cops could be seen in the area. (Image: Supplied
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Can you spot yourself? Fans arrive for third and final day of TRNSMT 2024
More fans have been spotted arriving at TRNSMT for the third and final day of the festival. After an action-packed weekend, TRNSMT 2024 will draw to a close on Sunday night with what is sure to be a stellar performance from Calvin Harris. The
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Arrests made at TRNSMT in relation to 'assaults and sexual offences'
Arrests have been made at TRNSMT for 'assaults and sexual offences'. Police confirmed that 14 people were arrested on day two of the three-day festival at Glasgow Green. Ten were arrested within the event and another four were arrested outside
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ScotRail warns TRNSMT goers that trains stop before the festival ends
ScotRail has warned festival goers that their trains stop before TRNSMT ends tonight. The rail firm is urging people going to the event on Sunday to consider other options to get them home at the end of today's performances. Headliner Calvin
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Philippe Clement provides worrying Rangers transfer update as ‘expectations’ change
Philippe Clement has admitted the circumstances around his big Rangers rebuild has changed significantly since he took the role last Autumn. Clement has been busy in the transfer market this summer, securing the signings of five new players for
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BBC responds after TRNSMT headliner 'missing' from their coverage
The BBC has revealed why a TRNSMT headliner was 'missing' from their coverage of the event. BBC Scotland has been covering the three-day Glasgow festival live as well as airing highlights on their channel and iPlayer. But we reported earlier
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Child rushed to hospital after 999 incident on residential street
A child has been rushed to hospital after an incident on a residential street in Rutherglen. 999 crews raced to Burnhill Street in Rutherglen on Saturday afternoon amid reports of a young child being hit by a car. A young boy was taken to the
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This park is centre stage for TRNSMT - but its story dates back 574 years
Glasgow Green has taken centre stage once again as the setting for TRNSMT 2024. We know who's performing, where they'll be and where to go, but did we know that the greenspace hosting these huge music stars is Glasgow's oldest park at around 570
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Man lost his leg after being run over by thug on Glasgow road
A MAN lost his leg after he was run over by a thug amid a money dispute. James McCafferty, 42, was hit by driver Sean Wales, 22, on Glasgow's Paisley Road West on June 5, 2022. Wales spotted Mr McCafferty on the street after he rushed to get
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'Utter shambles': Viewers 'disappointed' as TRNSMT headliner not shown on BBC
UPDATE: BBC responds after TRNSMT headliner 'missing' from their coverage Viewers have been left 'disappointed' after a TRNSMT headliner was not shown on the BBC. Singer-songwriter Gerry Cinnamon closed day two of the three-day festival at
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Aaron Campbell 'number one target' when he moves to adult prison
Child killer Aaron Campbell is said to be a 'number one target' when he moves to adult prison next month. The 22-year-old is currently in Polmont Young Offenders Institution after being found guilty of raping and murdering six-year-old Alesha MacPhail
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I tested low-end, mid-range and high-end sunscreen – This is what you should buy
It’s finally summer, the weather's warm the sun's out and there’s no cloud in sight. I wish. The Great British summer has never been known to be smooth sailing, from heatwaves that leave you wishing it was winter again to summers so cold and
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Rare King Charles £20 note sells for £7000 - how to tell if you have one
A rare £20 King Charles III banknote has sold at auction for £7,000. The new banknote bearing the face of the recently crowned monarch sold at a charity auction held by Spink and Son on behalf of the Bank of England on Thursday (July 11), The Sun
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How much screen times is ok for kids? Expert reveals when it becomes 'unhealthy'
Screens follow us everywhere these days from tablets and TVs to phones and laptops. There is an entire ( and very addictive) digital world out there for our kids to discover whether it's scrolling on TikTok or liking Instagram posts. With the
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What we know so far about the Donald Trump assassination attempt
US presidential candidate Donald Trump was shot and injured at a campaign rally, which also saw a spectator and the gunman killed. Mr Trump was giving a speech to supporters in Butler, Pennsylvania when the incident occurred. He was seen ducking
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Music duo 'in disguise' wow fans with surprise TRNSMT appearance
A popular music duo wowed fans with a surprise appearance at TRNSMT. Noughties superstar Craig David and RnB artist Wes Nelson initially blended in with the crowds of revellers at the Glasgow Green event 'in disguise' with bucket hats and sunglasses
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Body found in search for man, 20, after 'out of character' disappearance
A body has been found in the search for a man who disappeared from Airdrie. Nico McCann was last seen in Whiterigg Place at around 11.15pm on Friday, July 12. Police searching for the 20-year-old said it was "completely out of character" for
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Xsite Fest returns to Braehead for 2024 - everything you need to know
XSite Braehead has announced the return of its summer festival, XSite Fest, a weekend-long celebration packed with a host of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. Taking place on July 27 to 28 between midday and 6pm each day, XSite Fest
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New coffee shop and store gets approval to open from council
A new drive-through coffee shop and convenience store can open in Darnley, Glasgow City Council has ruled. Council planners have approved an application from Crucible Developments Ltd for a “neighbourhood centre” at Leggatston Avenue. The development
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Southside takeaway shop faces enforcement action from council
A Battlefield takeaway could face enforcement action after the council rejected its bid for retrospective planning permission. ‘Smoky’Z’ on Sinclair Drive asked Glasgow City Council to approve a change of use from cafe to takeaway, but planners have
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New Glasgow train to feature in popular Sims game
A popular gaming series will feature new Glasgow trains. The Cathcart Circle Line will be revamped in Train Sim World 4 with new, free upgrades for existing players. This comes alongside a new timetable and the release of the modern Class
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Plan unveiled for new garage and MOT centre in Coatbridge
A vacant plot of land in Coatbridge could be developed into a garage and MOT testing centre if a planning application is successful. Rentwise Property has applied to North Lanarkshire Council, proposing that the business premises be built at the
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Covid-19 community memorials open across East Dunbartonshire
Covid-19 community memorials in 12 areas across East Dunbartonshire were recently unveiled. The specially designed arbours have opened in areas including Auchinairn, Baldernock, Bearsden, Bishopbriggs, Kirkintilloch, Lennoxtown, Lenzie, Milngavie
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Scottish Fiddle Orchestra set to make Paisley Town Hall debut
The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra is set to grace Paisley Town Hall for the first time. Known for its lively traditional Scottish music, the orchestra will be at the newly renovated hall on Saturday, October 28, giving concertgoers an experience of
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Planning application submitted for new spa at Mar Hall
A plush hotel has submitted plans to Renfrewshire Council for the creation of a new spa and spa garden. Mar Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort is currently undergoing a substantial refurbishment programme as part of ongoing investment under new ownership
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Milngavie tennis club submit plans for clubhouse
A tennis club in Milngavie is hoping East Dunbartonshire Council will give it the go-ahead to replace its clubhouse with a new building. An application for planning permission has been submitted to the council on behalf of Bardowie Tennis Club,
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Worldcon in Glasgow 2024: All you need to know about science fiction event
The World Science Fiction Convention is returning to Glasgow for the first time since 2005 with a huge weekend of events in August. Worldcon has been running for more than 80 years and has been in Glasgow just once before, and that was 19 years
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Unused land to be turned into housing development
WORK is set to begin on a small area of disused land which is being developed to help meet demand in housing. The 535 square metre plot between five and 15 Gilmour Avenue in Hardgate, Clydebank will be developed into two semi-detached three-bedroom
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Glasgow Clan aiming to launch new junior academy
Glasgow Clan is planning to launch a new junior development academy. Aimed at producing their own ice hockey stars, the set-up is called The Clan Academy and is currently in consultation with potential young players, coaches, and volunteers to
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New postbox installed after residents raise concerns
A new postbox is in place and ready to use at the Maidenhill development in Newton Mearns. Last summer, Eastwood MSP Jackson Carlaw issued a residents survey to local homes at Maidenhill and in a number of the constituent responses, it was noted
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North Lanarkshire village gets approval for new community hub
A North Lanarkshire village has been granted planning approval for a new community hub project. The shared hub in Gartcosh will combine the existing Gartcosh Primary School and community hall with new facilities aimed to support the growing population
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Glasgow Kiss author Sophie Gravia on her new stand alone novel
It must be a daunting feeling having to be creative and write a new story when you’re still riding the wave of a trilogy that shot to unprecedented success. Well, that juxtaposition of feeling both the dread and the excitement of the unknown could
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Man drove at speeds in excess of 100mph on busy motorway
A MAN who drove at speeds in excess of 100mph on a busy motorway has been banned from driving. Lee Jackson, 25, appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court for sentencing on July 10 after pleading guilty to two charges of dangerous driving. The court
