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TERRIFYING: A witnesses described the moment the weapon-wielding men ran into the crowd as “menacing” (Image: Twitter/@davidmccourt)
Onlookers at Argyll Arcade left shocked after daylight smash and grab SHOPPERS on Glasgow City Centre’s Buchanan Street
Four masked thieves, wielding sledgehammers and axes, made
The robbers, whose identity’s are still unknown, are believed to have gotten away with a stash of watches from the ROX store of the shopping centre, but further attempts at burglary from other shops’ was foiled after a security system activated, filling the area with plumes of smoke.
complex on Wednesday at around 12:45pm.
Footage of the bandits making their escape was captured by Facebook user, Liam Dargie, who posted it online. The video
were left stunned this week when they were witness to daylight robbery in a jewellery store, literally.
the daytime smash and grab at the popular Argyll Arcade jeweller
shows one of the four men threaten to kill anyone getting in their way before running out of sight down a back ally. The men are believed to have gotten away in a car which was later recovered by police. One witness, who had been walking back to work after her lunch break described the sight as “absolutely terrifying”. FULL STORY PAGE 3
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running away.”
Amber Main, a solicitor working in a nearby office, said that as she was walking by the Argyll Arcade her attention was caught by “smoke bellowing out of the building” and the sounds of alarm.
Many people took to Twitter and Facebook to explain what was happening from the scene, and to condemn the break in.
“I just saw all the smoke then I heard a large bang”, she said, “I thought it was a fire, then I saw figures wearing black running towards us”, she continued, “at that point everyone just tried to get away. It was really menacing. It was like something out of Batman. “People were really scared and
David McCourt said: “Just witnessed a failed armed robbery in Argyll Arcade. Pathetic.” Online reports also began to surface suggesting that the shopping centre’s front door concierge was injured with a baseball bat after a possible attempt at stopping one of masked men escaping. The role, which doubles as both customer greeter and security guard, has been questioned by some online.
Twitter user Gregor Coleman said: “I don’t know why they don’t have proper security at the Argyll Arcade. Did the guys give the robbers £200 for passing go?.” Callum Wilson, also using the social media outlet, added: “What did Argyll Arcade really think when they hired 60 year old guys and supplied them with no guns, but instead top hats?.” A representative from jewellery store ROX was unable to comment on the situation. Police are appealing to anyone who has any information to call them on 101 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
George Square troubles The aftermath of the referendum was less than friendly, Glasgow’s City Centre turning into something akin to a warzone last Friday night. WHAT a difference 24 hours can make. On Friday 19 September, hateful violence erupted after several days of peaceful demonstrations at one of Glasgow’s most famous landmarks. The announcement that Scotland had democratically decided against becoming an independent nation from the rest of the United Kingdom caused an obvious mix of delight and disappointment throughout the entire county. The catastrophic outcome of these differing emotions was perhaps felt nowhere more strongly than in Glasgow City Centre.
In the final few days before the crucial referendum vote took place, the city’s George Square had been occupied by a mix of campaigners, activists, casual bystanders and interested tourists. The festival atmosphere was friendly and very few police officers appeared to be on site. News teams from around the globe had arrived in Glasgow to cover the referendum. The world was watching and Scotland was its main focus. Central to the media’s coverage of the build-up was the city’s famous civic square, which had become the unofficial hub of Scottish politics due to the massive number of gathering supporters for each of the opposing
Yes Scotland and Better Together campaigns, at the city centre point. However, once the ballots had been counted, and the nation’s decision made final, it seemed almost inevitable that the good-natured respect shown by both sides would come to an end. Large crowds once again began to gather in George Square, but this time the carnival environment was nowhere to be seen. What had meant to be a gathering for both sides to show peaceful solidarity, soon turned in to one of the worst clashes between unionists and nationalists since the last major Old Firm football match in the city over
CITY CENTRE RIOTS: Police cordon off George Square in an attempt to calm the rioters. two years ago. The formally merry scene turned from what seemed like T in the Park to The Gaza Strip within a matter of minutes, as discussion turned to argument, and then to fighting in the streets. Reports of pro-union thugs setting off fireworks towards the passing public, and innocent bystanders being assaulted seemingly at random, began to spread across the city as the smaller gathering of Yes protesters began arriving in larger numbers. Soon, the violence spilled out of the area onto the busy Friday night streets of Glasgow. The city became a war-zone. Yes or no, nobody had voted for this. Political enthusiast and vocal Yes Scotland campaigner Marj Clark described her personal experience of the city’s newest shameful disgrace. The 28-year-old librarian assistant arrived at George Square at 7pm. Having been in the area on previous nights, Marj and her friends were heading back to engage in what she had been told was “lively discussion and debate”. Of course, the vicious nature of what was actually happening was beginning to be reported across social media. “Before we arrived I had started to get texts from my Mum and friends who were warning me off going,” she explained. “I’ve never seen Glasgow like that”, she continued, “You know that there are these controlled marches and hotbeds where you know you might get animosity, and that level of antagonism and possible violence and aggression, but I’ve never seen Glasgow like that in the city centre. “Compare that to what we witnessed during the Commonwealth Games: the camaraderie, support, and the unified atmosphere, which seemed to bring down a lot of barriers, and I’m really worried that what happened on Friday night will undo that. It kind of felt like everything was coming straight back up the toilet and
bringing these issues to the surface, it’s horrible. “I was there briefly on Tuesday, and it was pro-yes, but anyone who turned up with a Union Jack was confronted with nothing but friendly debate. “What happened (on Friday) was nothing to do with Glasgow; it really saddened me to see that.” Marj explained that her and her friends fled George Square after only 15 minutes because they felt so intimated by the abuse they were receiving, along with missiles being thrown in their direction. A firework exploding by her feet finally convinced her to leave. Her experiences with these troubles didn’t end there though as most of the surrounding streets were now filled with fighting and marching unionists - some making Nazi salutes and chanting sectarian songs- after police blocked off entry to George Square in an attempt to subdue the disorder. On reflection, Marj hopes that people will be able to look past the violent finale of what had been an otherwise tremendous week of political awareness across the city. “That vote really seemed to count”, she said, “and it seemed to count for a lot of people. I don’t want us to just go back to normal where we’re all boxed in. A lot of barriers came down and a lot of discussion came out, and it invigorated world politics around here. “We need to move on from the bitterness that’s been amassing from both the yes and the no side and try and create a better Scotland, for others to see as much as for us to live in, because I think the eyes of the world are going to be on us for a while yet. We’re going to be setting an example for a lot of people and I don’t want these clashes to set us back.”
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Sturgeon announces bid for SNP leadership
Missing man ‘vulnerable’, according to Police A MISSING man from Northern Ireland may travel to Scotland, Police say, and have issued an appeal to find him. Concerned police in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, are reaching out to Scots in the hope of finding out the whereabouts of missing man Darren Davidson. Darren, 48, was last seen in the Portadown area earlier this month on Monday, 15 September. The man is described as being 5ft 7in tall, of slim, athletic build with short, dark, greying hair. He was wearing black shorts, a dark coloured t-shirt,
woolen socks and brown hiking boots. He may also have been wearing a high visibility vest. Darren speaks with an English accent and is blind in his left eye which would be noticeable if you speak to him and he has a scar on the right side of his upper lip. Darren is considered vulnerable and police “believe he may visit the Dungannon area or possibly travel to Scotland.” Police are urging Darren or anyone who knows of his whereabouts to contact the police on the 101 number.
By KAITLIN McMANUS
DARREN DAVIDSON: Police have reason to believe Mr. Davidson might travel to Scotland
Pop-up food bank on George Square receives 2,000 donated bags
NEXT FIRST MINISTER? Nicola Sturgeon announced her bid for SNP leader in Glasgow
NICOLA Sturgeon has launched her bid to replace Alex Salmond as both the SNP leader and the First Minister of Scotland, stating that her task will be to “lead Scotland into an exciting new chapter in our national story.” At a the announcement in Glasgow, the current Deputy First Minister said she was convinced that Scotland would one day be independent, at the same time as expressing her willingness to work with the Smith commission to boost powers in Holyrood. First Minister Alex Salmond resigned earlier this week after his bid for independence was rejected in the referendum on Thursday 18th September. Confirming
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Sturgeon said: “To be the first minister of my country, especially at this exciting and optimistic time, would be both a great honour - without doubt, the greatest honour - and an immense responsibility. “I am putting myself forward for two simple reasons: I want to serve my party and my country. And I believe I am the best person for the job. “I also hope that my candidacy, should it succeed, will send a strong message to every girl and young woman in Scotland - no matter your background or what you want to achieve in life, in Scotland in 2014 there is no glass ceiling on ambition.”
AROUND 2,000 bags of food have been left at George Square, turning it into a ‘pop-up food bank’ for those in need, with another collection planned for this Saturday.
vans and 11 cars.
Charitable Glaswegians left carrier bags of food at the iconic square only 24 hours after the rioting scenes on Friday night.
Darren posted on Twitter, thanking everyone for their support and kindness, and encouraging people to donate.
Andrew and Darren Carnegie were delivering a speech on poverty in Glasgow the following day when donated bags of food started piling up as they spoke about their food bank. It has been reported that the generously donated food filled eight
Andrew,45 runs the Glasgow’s Needy project with son Darren, 25, and the pair have been collecting donated food for 12 years.
There will be another event this Saturday, 27th September to raise awareness and collect more donations. It starts at 12pm at George Square. For more information go to www.facebook.com/glasgowsneedy
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Glasgow Green attacker
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A MAN has been jailed for the attempted rape of a woman in Glasgow Green, which took place earlier this year.
the victim asking for a cigarette, which she ignored. He then grabbed her and dragged her towards a grassy area where he pinned her to the ground.
Molon Baraka, 26, will serve four years after admitting to attacking a 51-year-old woman in the park on 5th January 2014.
She begged him to let her go and continued to struggle and scream for help before starting to fight back. The woman managed to grab a library card, keys and mobile phone from the attacker before he fled the scene.
Ms. Sturgeon did not rule out the possibility of a commitment in a future election manifesto to hold a second referendum.
The trial took place at the High Court in Glasgow, where they heard how the attack happened as the woman made her way to work at a supermarket in the early hours of the morning.
By FIONA McNICOL
It is reported that Baraka approached
Police managed to use the library card to name Baraka and locate his address in Bridgeton, and matched DNA from a roll-up cigarette that was found near the
scene with Baraka’s. Lord Matthews told Baraka: “This is the stuff of nightmares. A woman was dragged into a secluded area in the dark thinking she was going to be raped. “It may have been her screams and struggling which caused this episode to stop, otherwise this serious case would undoubtedly have been even worse. “We can only speculate what long-term psychological damage will have been caused to your victim.”
By KAITLIN McMANUS
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110 years of greatness at the King’s Theatre THE grand old lady of Glasgow celebrated her 110 birthday this month, after first opening her doors on the 12th of September 1904.
Over the years, the King’s Theatre has seen everything from pantos and ballets to performances from musical legends and even a few Royal visits. Designed by prolific theatre architect Frank Matcham, the King’s has seen many actors, musicians and comedians grace it’s stage, from Laurence Olivier to Katharine Hepburn and Billy Connolly to The Jackson Five, who appeared at a Royal Variety Performance in the late 1970s. Originally costing £50,000 to build, the equivalent of around £3.5 million today, the iconic building has retained its original charm whilst the city grew
and modernised around her.
It is home to one of the most popular Christmas pantomime in the United Kingdom, which over the years has featured the Scottish greats including Stanley Baxter, Jimmy Logan, Rikki Fulton, Jack Milroy, Elaine C Smith and Gerard Kelly. In 1977, the King’s played host to the Queen’s Silver Royal Jubilee, which saw crowds gathering outside the theatre to catch a glimpse of the Royal family, as well as guests Dolly Parton and Sydney Devine. It was also the location for the opening ceremony of Glasgow’s European City of Culture events in 1990, undergoing a programme of major refurbishment for the event.
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GRAND OLD LADY OF BATH STREET: The 110-year-old King’s Theatre is an iconic name in Glasgow
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Zombies set to invade Glasgow
GLASGOW’s getting ready for a zombie invasion next month, with the world’s first ever zombie drive-in movie experience taking place in Victoria Park. Itison has announced plans for their special Halloween event, with the park being turned into a giant playground and cinema for the walking dead.
Fans will be able to see classic Halloween horror flicks including ‘Shaun of the Dead’ and ‘Night of the Living Dead’ on the world’s biggest LED screen as part of the one-night-only event taking place on October 30th. Those who are attending will be invited to dress up in their most ghoulish get-ups and will be abke to enjoy deadly makeovers at the event’s ‘Zombification Stations’.
DEAD GOOD FUN: Itison’s Zombie Drive-In Movie night is a world first There will also be some zombiestyle food on offer from the themed menu, including ‘Brain Burgers’ and ‘Apocalyptic Pizza’.
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Glasgow activists arrested for shutting down drone maker tied to Gaza slaughter
Parents make playground funding plea
PLAYGROUND REVAMP: Garnetbank Primary’s play area desperately needs upgraded
PUPILS at a city centre primary school are appealing for help to transform their playground into a fun zone. Garnetbank Primary are urging people to vote for them to win community funding from the Bank of Scotland to install play equipment. The parent council say the revamp is desperately needed. It is estimated the project will cost £67,000 and parents have been fundraising for 18 months. Glasgow City Council have pledged to pay for resurfacing. Strathclyde University’s architects have undertaken a study of the playground and pupils took part in a competition to design the area. To vote for Garnetbank Primary to receive a Bank of Scotland community grant, text VOTE HYT to 82332.
A Glasgow hero remembered GLASGOW’S Lord Provost and a descendant of one of the city’s earliest First World War heroes was presented with a unique book outlining his heroism at the City Chambers last week.
SHUT DOWN: Activists from Glasgow Palestine Action Network protest at the Thales factory
TEN activists were arrested after shutting down a Thales UK factory in Glasgow earlier this month, protestesting the company’s relationship with the Israeli military. It was the first direct action by the Glasgow Palestine Action Network (GPAN), a newly formed group led by women, queer and trans activists with a history of supporting the Palestinian struggle. Staged in response to Israel’s summertime military onslaught that killed more than 2,100 Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip, including more than 500 children, the action sought to protest “the UK economy’s ever growing military industrial
cooperation with governments that flout international law,” GPAN explained in a press release. Thales UK—ranked by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute as the eleventh largest arms producer in the world — signed a $1.6 billion contract with Israel’s largest military technology firm Elbit Systems in 2011 to develop a new drone fleet for the UK military called Watchkeeper. Watchkeeper is based on Elbit’s Hermes 450 model, one of Israel’s most widely deployed attack drones. Four GPAN activists climbed to the roof of the Thales UK facility in Glasgow, where they unfurled a massive Palestinian flag as well as banners with pro-Palestine messages
and refused to leave. While the roof occupiers dropped their banners, activists on the ground locked themselves together using arm tubes to form human chains outside the building’s two main entrances, forcing the company to suspend operations for the day. Meanwhile, supporters gathered outside the building in response to GPAN’s call for a demonstration in solidarity with Palestine. Eventually the activists were forcibly removed by police and arrested. All ten activists were charged with breach of the peace and their court date is scheduled for February.
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Private Henry May, a reservist with the Cameronians (Scottish Rifles), braved a “hail of lead” to rescue soldiers, including his platoon commander, at La Boutillerie, France on 22 October 1914. Modest about his actions, Private May from Bridgeton later said: “I just did what any man in the regiment would have done to bring in a wounded man.” Jennifer McInnes, the greatgranddaughter of Private May VC, joined the Lord Provost to honour her ancestor. Jennifer said: “I was a child when I found out that my great-grandfather had won a Victoria Cross and I have always felt very proud and compelled to find out more about him. “I feel grateful and very touched that Mr Murray chose my ancestor as one of the VC recipients he researched. “Through this book I have discovered information that had previously been unknown to my family, including Henry’s attendance at the burial of the Unknown Warrior and the unveiling of the Cenotaphs at both Westminster and George Square. “I am delighted Mr Murray’s book has been recognised and that it will be preserved in the Lord Provost’s archives.” King George presented Private May with
A REAL HERO: The heroism of Private May is celebrated in the new book his VC on 12 August, 1915. May was discharged from the Army on 28 August 1915, when his regular engagement of 13 years had expired. He rejoined in 1918 and attained the rank of Lieutenant. May, alongside ten other Glasgow born VC recipients, are being honoured with a personal memorial paving stone as part of the UK’s First World War commemorations. The heroism of Private May has been researched by Mr Jack Murray, a Scots Guard veteran and former police officer. The amateur historian, who has been researching VC recipients, presented Jennifer McInnes and the Lord Provost with a copy of the book he compiled on behalf of the Scots Guards Association. Mr Murray was joined at the special ceremony by members of the Glasgow branch of the Scots Guards Association. Mr Murray’s book will also be digitalised and made available to view and download on Glasgow City Council’s First World War website, www.firstworldwarglasgow.co.uk.
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Red Road flats evacuated RESIDENTS in Glasgow’s iconic Red Road flats were evacuated after a blaze broke out.
ICONIC FLATS: The Red Road flats had to be evacuated after a fire broke out
The fire was discovered in the external cladding of the 30-storey building on Wednesday afternoon. A Scottish Fire and Rescue spokesman said: “At around 1.40pm we received a 999 call from a member of the public reporting smoke coming from a block of flats in Petershill.
The plan includes almost 800 new houses - a mixture of rented and lowcost homes - as well as community and sports facilities and accommodation for up to 1000 students.
A specialist rope team was called in to help firefighters gain access to the blaze.
A community campus will act as a replacement for the existing local nursery and primary schools, and is hoped to attract new families to Sighthill.
A man who had collapsed in the street outside the flats was treated by firefighters before being taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
“These are life-saving devices that no household can ever afford to go without. We all need to accept fire can happen to us and make sure our homes are protected.
A REGENERATION program for Sighthill, which is set to £250m spent on the area, is scheduled to begin next spring.
Initial proposals for the 124-acre site were first passed by council bosses in 2012, as part of the city’s bid for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games.
“A fire was discovered within the external cladding of a 30-storey building. Firefighters were working on upper floors to tackle the incident.”
“Anyone who could benefit from firefighters’ expert advice is encouraged to contact us to arrange a free home fire safety visit.
Gordon Matheson, leader of Glasgow City Council, said: “If this report is approved by the Executive Committee we can then move to the next stage of the regeneration of Sighthill.
“These are conducted by our crews throughout the country and they’re always done at a time that’s convenient for the householder, who can then be sure they’ve taken the small steps needed to make sure their home is fire safe.
“These proposals would see the area opened up to the city centre and the rest of Glasgow, unlocking the great potential that lies in this part of the city.
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Sighthill to benefit from £250m transformation
Hundreds of new homes are included in the plan, along with a school, shops and a new footbridge over the M8.
“Four appliances from Calton and Springburn were dispatched and arrived at the scene within four minutes. Firefighters in breathing apparatus intered the building to investigate the source of the smoke.
A fire service spokesman said later on Wednesday: “This incident shows the immense value of working smoke alarms, which by quickly drawing people’s attention to the presence of fire buy vital time for our crews to tackle it before smoke and flames spread.
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“New homes, schools, shops, sporting facilities, student accommodation, green spaces and vastly improved connections to surrounding areas and new transport links would make Sighthill a very attractive area for many groups of people. “Great credit in all of this must go to Transforming Communities: Glasgow, the company set up by the council, Scottish Government and Glasgow Housing Association to promote this initiative, and the Local Development Group comprising local people and councillors - who are working to maximise the potential of the neighbourhood.” Not only will the multi-million pound scheme turn Sighthill into a better place for local residents, but it will improve transport links and accessibility to the rest of the city. There will be a village square, a new pedestrian bridge over the M8 and a network of green spaces, including allotments and a park. Beginning early next year, the community campus is expected to be up and running by 2017, with the pedestrian and road bridges expected to be completed by 2018.
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BIKRAM Yoga Southside is inviting anyone interested in trying out the hottest new yoga technique to bring along a friend for free throughout the month of October.
The Shawlands-based yoga studio, a fully certified Bikram Yoga studio offering classes seven days a week, offers classes suitable for all levels, from experienced practitioners to Bikram Beginners. Linda Ibrahim, who co-founded the studio with partner Louis Stewart, said: “Our mission is to create and support a vibrant yoga community by providing a clean, safe, friendly, professional environment with inspirational teaching and empowered leadership. “And to help us achieve that goal, we’re offering anyone interested in coming along the chance to bring along a friend who can try it out for free!” All Bikram Yoga classes run for 90 minutes and consist of a series of 26 postures and two breathing exercises.
POLICE CORDON: Police sealed off Boyd Street in the Southside
The studio has a capacity of 50 with spacious male and female changing rooms with showers. It also has a chill out area and a juice bar. Bikram Yoga is practiced in a room heated to 105°F (40.6°C) with a humidity of 40% under the guidance of certified Bikram Yoga instructors. Benefits of Bikram Yoga include increased flexibility, strength and
muscles tone; enhanced sports performance; rehabilitation from knee and back injuries; reduced symptoms from chronic health conditions; reduced of stress; increased in mental clarity, concentration and overall wellbeing. To book a session at Bikram Yoga Southside , and a free session for your friend, call 0141 258 1919.
OFFICERS had their firearms fixed on a tenement building in Boyd Street on the Southside of the city earlier this week, as an incident took place. Worried locals gathered at the cordon as the police stood just yards away. The Evening News reported that a source close to the incident confirmed that it is related to the Jonathan Kelly inquiry. Police launched a search for Kelly, 33,
who was released from Low Moss Prison last month, after his prison licence was revoked and he disappeared from Drumchapel. Shortly after 1pm, onlookers were moved back by officers and the entire street was cordoned off. Specialist officers in full riot gear, wearing balaclavas and carrying large guns, entered the tenement building before 2pm. They were also seen with shields and a battering ram.
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Appeal to trace relatives
POLICE Scotland is appealing for the assistance of the public in an effort to trace the relatives of a 53 year-old man who died at his Glasgow home on Tuesday 9th September 2014.
SHETTLESTON COMMUNITY CENTRE: The incident took place outside the polling station
A FORMER council leader has been arrested over an alleged assault at a referendum polling station, in the East End of Glasgow. Marie Elizabeth Rimmer, 67, was held by officers after a woman was allegedly assaulted at around 1pm at Shettleston Community Centre on the day of the 18th of September Councillor Rimmer is the former
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Labour leader of St Helens Council in Merseyside. Police confirmed a 67-year-old woman had been arrested and charged over the incident. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “A 67-year-old woman has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged assault on a woman at Shettleston Community Centre on Amulree Street in Glasgow around 1pm.
Andrew Johnstone, of Cumbernauld Rd in the city’s East End, was found dead on 9th September 2014. There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. It is believed that Mr Johnstone had resided in the Glasgow area for a considerable time having moved from the London area when a child to reside with his grandmother. It is thought that he may have relatives in the Glasgow area however police enquiries have been unable to trace anyone at this time. Anyone with any information about the next of kin of Andrew Johnstone is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 and ask for the Greater Glasgow Admin Department at London Road police office.
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West End witnesses to Stewartville Street robbery POLICE Scotland Detectives at Pollok Police station are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in the West End. At around 9.15pm on the 18th of September, a 44 year-old male was returning from shops on Dumbarton Road to his home. He made his way onto Stewartville Street, where between Fordyce Street and Chancellor Street he was approached by a male suspect asking a for cigarette. The suspect then produced a large kitchen knife and demanded the victims wallet. When the victim denied having a wallet the suspect punched the victim causing him to fall to the ground. The suspect then ran off towards Fordyce Street in the direction of the park. Once the victim, who is partially blind, got over the initial shock of the assault – he realised that his Rolex Submariner watch and a diamond ring had been removed from his left hand and wrist. Although not seriously injured, the victim was badly shaken by his ordeal.
Girls only East End judo launch
A PILOT programme to encourage girls from the East End to be more active has launched, helmed by Youth Scotland, Judo Scotland and Active East.
The programme is part of Glasgow’s ongoing bid to keep youngsters interested in sports after the Commonwealth Games earlier this year, where Judo was one of the most popular events. Stephen Somerville, Education and Development Executive at JudoScotland, said: “We have a very clear vision of how we would like to maximise the opportunities that have now arisen thanks to the impact of this great event.” The programme is already proving popular, with 15 girls from Glasgow’s East End having signed up. They are also encouraging the girls to build up their skills by volunteering in Active Champions, a programme specifically tailored to their own interests in sport which allows them to gain experience delivery, coaching and promoting sport. Team Scotland judoka, Sally Conway, took time out of training to meet young people from Glasgow’s Active East project and show them some winning moves.
JUDO STAR INSPIRATION: Team Scotland judoka, Sally Conway, met with some of the Active East youngsters
During the visit Sally said: “The pressure is really building to the Games, so it has been great to take time out to meet the group today and share with them a little bit about what a career in sport is like. “National Lottery funding has helped me to get to where I am today and it’s fantastic to see how it’s also creating a lasting impact from the Glasgow Games by getting more young people involved in sport. I really hope everyone gets Active East is also running a multi-sport event at the Emirates Arena on October 16. Judo will be one of the sports on offer alongside athletics, basketball and rugby. The event is free, and open to all young people aged 8-14.
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Yorkhill Hospital given 2014 Clyde statue A STATUE of Commonwealth Games mascot Clyde is to have a new home at a Glasgow children’s hospital.
Glasgow 2014 has gifted the life-sized figure to Games volunteers, who were raising funds to bid for the mascot via the official Games Auction.
PARTIALLY BLIND VICTIM: The Police are appealing for witnesses to the robbery witnesses. He said: “This was a particularly callous assault and robbery on a victim who carries a white cane. The victim has been robbed of precious possessions and we ask the public for help in locating the suspect and tracking down his stolen watch and ring.”
The suspect is described as approximately 6ft, wearing dark clothing, with a European accent and sallow skin.
“It was busy in the area that night due to people voting in the referendum. I would ask anyone with information to contact the CIU team at Pollock on the 101 number.
Detective Constable Alister Thom of the Community Investigation Unit is appealing for
Alternatively, telephone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.
The volunteers will now be able to donate the money they have raised as well as Clyde himself to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children at Yorkhill in Glasgow. The statue, dressed in the red and grey Games uniform, stood at the entrance to the Glasgow 2014 Uniform and Accreditation Centre (UAC) at the Kelvin Hall. It was one of 25 located around the city during Glasgow 2014 as part of “Clyde’s Trail”. Glasgow 2014 chief executive David Grevemberg said: “The Glasgow 2014 volunteers inspired everyone who experienced the Commonwealth Games with their passion and energy. “It’s absolutely great that they are passing on their own generous and inspiring Games legacy by helping to put a smile on the faces of children visiting the Royal Hospital for
NEW HOME FOR CLYDE: The statue is due to be unveiled at Yorkhill in the coming weeks Sick Children in Glasgow. “Clyde was the cheeky, cheery face of Glasgow 2014 created by a child for children and adults alike. “I’m thrilled that, thanks to our volunteers, he will continue to bring a smile to the faces of Glasgow’s children in need for years to come.” Clyde will be unveiled at Yorkhill in coming weeks. One of the statues is being auctioned to raise money for UN children’s charity Unicef while the city council is looking for new homes for the others.
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Red Cross workers attacked while burying Ebola victims
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Ferguson protest erupts after memorial goes on fire
A RED Cross team was attacked earlier this week, while collecting bodies thought to have been infected with Ebola in Guinea One Red Cross worker is still recovering after suffering a wound to the neck in Tuesday’s attack in the southeastern town of Forecariah, according to Benoit Carpentier, a spokesman for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
MEMORIAL BURNS: The makeshift memorial to Michael Brown, who was shot dead by police in August
PROTESTS returned to the streets of Ferguson, Missouri, after fire engulfed a makeshift memorial to a black teenager killed last month by police.
A crowd eventually gathered at the regional health office, where they pelted the building with rocks. The incident comes after a string of attacks on teams attempting to safely bury dead bodies, as corpses not dealt with correctly spread the deadly disease. The officials also aim to provide information about Ebola and disinfect public places. The Ebola outbreak threatens to become a political crisis that could unravel years of effort to stabilise West Africa, a think tank has warned. “The worst-hit countries now face widespread chaos and, potentially, collapse,” the International Crisis Group (ICG) said.
EBOLA EPIDEMIC: Those trying to safely bury dead bodies, infected with the disease, have been attacked. The world’s largest outbreak of Ebola has caused 2,811 deaths so far, mainly in Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. Last week, an eight-member team trying to raise awareness about Ebola was killed in the south-east of the country by villagers suspicious of official attempts to combat the disease. Twenty-seven suspects have been arrested over their murders, Guinea’s
Justice Minister Cheick Sacko said, AFP news agency reports.
On Tuesday, the UN World Health
Organization (WHO) warned that Ebola infections could treble to 20,000 by November if efforts to tackle the outbreak were not stepped up.
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Gunfire erupted in the area as up to 200 people gathered on Tuesday night, though no one was shot. But police said the crowd pelted authorities with missiles and two officers were injured, including one hit with a rock below the eye. There were reportedly five arrests. Looters tried to steal a cash register from a beauty products store after a window was smashed. On Wednesday, President Barack Obama referred to Ferguson in a speech to the UN General Assembly. “Yes, we (in the US) have our own
racial and ethnic tensions,” he said of the unrest that has convulsed the St Louis suburb since Michael Brown was shot on August 9. The cause of Tuesday morning’s blaze, which destroyed a memorial to the 18-year-old on a grassy strip alongside the road where he died, was unknown. A larger memorial built down the centre of the road was untouched. Some residents suspected it to be a case of arson and accused authorities of not trying hard enough to put out the blaze. Police Chief Tom Jackson said in a statement that an officer who was first on the scene could not stop the fire, so the fire department was called to extinguish it.
By CHLOE McGHEE
French hostage beheaded in Algeria 6-year-old’s dismembered FRANCE confirmed that an He had also been organising treks through the Atlas Mountains of Morocco for some 20 years, AFP news agency reports.
Algerian jihadist group linked to Islamic State (IS) militants has beheaded tourist Herve Gourdel.
Jund al-Khilafa killed Mr Gourdel, 55, after its deadline for France to halt air strikes on IS in Iraq ran out. French President Francois Hollande condemned the killing as a “cruel and cowardly” act. He said that French air strikes which began on IS targets in Iraq last week would continue. Speaking at the UN general assembly, Mr Hollande said that Mr Gourdel’s abduction and decapitation was a barbaric act of terrorism which presented a problem not only for the region but also for the world. He said the fight against terrorism should know no borders and that France was now in mourning. “It is not weakness that should be the response to terrorism but force,” he said.
HOSTAGE KILLED: Mr Gourdel was captured by Jund al-Khilafa Jund al-Khilafa posted a video of Mr Gourdel being killed which was entitled “Message of blood for the French government”. IS itself has beheaded three Western hostages since August: US journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and British aid worker David Haines. Their deaths were all filmed and posted online. The group has also threatened to kill Alan Henning, a taxi driver from the UK, who was seized while on an aid mission to Syria in December. Mr Gourdel worked as a mountain guide in the Mercantour national park north of Nice, his home town.
In the video posted by his killers, he is shown on his knees with his hands behind his back in front of four masked, armed militants. He is allowed briefly to express his love for his family before one of the militants reads out a speech in which he denounces the actions of the “French criminal crusaders” against Muslims in Algeria, Mali and Iraq. Jund al-Khilafa (Soldiers of the Caliphate) pledged allegiance to IS on 14 September. Until then it had been known as part of al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM), which grew out of an Algerian militant group and is now active across North and parts of West Africa.
remains found in Japan JAPANESE police have arrested a man after the dismembered body of a missing six-year-old girl was found in several plastic bags near her home in Kobe City.
Through DNA testing, police identified the remains as those of first-grade student Mirei Ikuta, missing since September 11, police from Hyogo prefecture, CNN reported. The remains were found Tuesday afternoon by police searching bush near the girl’s home. Police said a 47-year-old local man, Yasuhiro Kimino, was arrested Wednesday afternoon in relation to the disposal of the body. Local media reported the man’s hospital ID card had been found in the bags.
MAN ARRESTED: The horrific discovery was made near the sixyear-old’s home Japanese news agency Kyodo quoted an investigation source as saying the bags, one containing the victim’s head and another the victim’s hand, was found about 100 meters from her family home in central Japan. Local media reported Mirei was last seen at her grandmother’s house on September 11, before leaving to see a friend.
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Ineos buys fracking rights in Scotland INEOS, the company that was last year involved in dispute with unions at its Grangemouth plant, has been the focus of further complaints after it was announced it had bought the rights to explore fracking for shale gas in a 127 square mile area around Grangemouth and the Firth of Forth. The news of Ineos’s most latest acquisition came on a day of nationwide protest against companies involved in fracking. In Blackpool, 10 people were arrested during protests whilst activists in London superglued themselves to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). The fourth biggest chemical company in the world, Ineos supplies almost all of Scotland’s forecourt petrol and has said it wants to become a major player in onshore gas production. Ineos has made it clear that it wishes to enter the fracking
INEOS SETS SIGHTS ON FRACKING: The company, which has problems at its plant in Grangemouth (above) has bought rights to explore fracking around Grangemouth and the Firth of Forth sector, employing shale gas exploration experts from around the world. The successful exploitation of shale in North American has caused the price of natural gas to tumble, and has led to low-cost manufacturing of
chemicals and other products. With North Sea supplies running out fast in the UK, British ministers are keen to exploit any gas resources the country can access.
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Teenager in custody after Shetland ‘firearms incident’ A SIXTEEN-year old has been remanded in custody after an incident on Shetland.
Firearm officers were flown from the mainland to Shetland to deal with the
incident that took place on Tuesday.
Teenager Samuel Barlow appeared in private at Lerwick Sheriff Court and was charged with two counts of theft, three of assault, one of breach of the peace and one of malicious damage.
Mr Barlow no plea or declaration
and was committed for further examination. He is expected to reappear in court next week.
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Boats owners warned over baby dolphin SAILORS and boat users in Inverness have been asked not to go out in search of the city’s newest addition – a baby bottlenose dolphin.
Conservationists are worried that loud noises from boats could scare dolphins and lead to the baby being separated from its mother.
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Edinburgh firearm incidents linked, say Police
LINKED INCIDENTS: Police have increased their patrols after a number of now linked firearm incidents
POLICE in Edinburgh are appealing for members of the community to come forward with information on a number of serious incidents over the last couple of weeks, which are now being linked. On Tuesday 9th September, at around 12.40am, shots were fired at a property at Fernieside Avenue. There is a limited description of the suspect, only described as wearing a hooded top. This person was seen to enter a dark blue coupe style vehicle which was driven off at speed. On Friday 19th September a suspicious incident occurred where two males attended at the door of a property in Hyvots Bank Avenue between 9.30pm and 9.45pm. The first man is described as white, early 20’s, 5 ft10in tall, medium to slim build, wearing a grey jogging suit. The second man is described as white with dark hair. Then on Saturday, 20th September, shots were discharged at a parked vehicle within The Murrays Brae around 9.30pm and a suspicious device was left. A few minutes later, shots were discharged at a property in Gilmerton Dykes Drive. Around this time, another suspicious device was left at Walter Scott Avenue. Both suspicious devices were found not to be viable. There are no reports of anyone having been injured as a result of any of the incidents but they are now being investigated by the Organised Crime Unit. A motorbike was seen in the Murrays at the time of these incidents on Saturday and it is believed there were two people on the bike. The rider had a helmet,
but it is unclear if the passenger was wearing a helmet or had a hood over the head. Police are now looking for anyone who has further information on this bike, or other information that can assist, to come forward. Detective Superintendent David Gordon said: “We can confirm that we are linking these incidents together under a single investigation. This is now a major investigation led by the Organised Crime Unit, reflecting how serious we are taking these reckless and dangerous acts. “I would ask the local community to think about where they were at the time of these incidents and if they saw anything suspicious or have any information to contact the Police. We need information from the public about who committed these offences and the current location of the firearms used in these crimes. “We believe the answer lies within the local community and are appealing for anyone who has information, no matter how insignificant they feel it is, to come forward. “Behaviour like this will not be tolerated by Police Scotland or those within the community, and we will go after all those who seek to threaten public safety. We have every method at our disposal to build the picture further and to bring those responsible into custody.” Anyone with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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for
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Glasgow City News reporter Ross Swanson goes in hunt of Molly ‘the cake-eating ghoul of the Griffin Bar… IT’S 9am on a Sunday morning, and in one of Glasgow’s most popular old fashioned pubs, I’m in search of something very different indeed. I’m not here for a drink (too early for me, thanks). In fact, the bar isn’t actually open yet. It’s completely empty and I’m alone. The reason I’m here is to look for evidence of the famous Griffin Bar ghost.
that’s impossible to shake off when alone in the darkness of the slightly damp basement room. Being an old building, there are so many pings, creaks and whatnots to be heard that it’s hard not to find the place more than a little unsettling. There is an odd mix between the modern equipment and shiny aluminium beer barrels in contrast to the relatively ancient interior original of the building directly beneath the bar’s floor.
The city is full of bars and clubs claiming to have some sort of unique attraction in an attempt to pull in the customers, but few can claim to have a spiritual entity haunting their premises.
Some of the areas downstairs have been presumably long forgotten at some point in the pub’s history such as: a staircase which leads, curiously, to nowhere, and a tiny cupboard door opening up into massive unlit hidden section of the building.
Behind the bar and out of sight of the public areas of the century old property is a set of steep stairs leading down to an unevenly lit cellar. While there is no specific place I’m told I’ll find the apparent spook, my expertise in the subject (watching Ghostbuster’s 2 on DVD last night) lead me to conclude that it’s probably a good place to start my search. I’m pretty sure it’s what Bill Murray would have done anyway. There is a genuinely eerie feeling
Rather disappointingly though, even in the darkest and most deserted parts of The Griffin, I am unable to make my catch and any sight of the spirit still eludes me. In total desperation, I try calling out to the ghost in a slightly camp Scouse accent, assuming that being the power behind Most Haunted’s Derek Acorah’s uncanny ability to communicate with the dead
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I brought in the prints to show Robert, the owner, and he said ‘Oh look, there’s a hand
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whenever there is a camera pointed at his face. I figure that this is again what Bill Murray would have done in this very specific situation anyway. Unfortunately, this has no effect whatsoever in stirring up any sort of paranormal activity within my immediate surroundings. I still have no idea how he does it. Maybe it’s his hair. Despite all my efforts, I am unable to find proof of any celestial or otherworldly activity in the underground room and still catch no sight of the famed spirit. The closest I am able to find is a newly arrived member of barstaff wearing what appears to be table linen over her head. I don’t think I’m being taken seriously at all here. Disappointed, I admit defeat and accept that perhaps these stories I’ve heard are just that – stories. Things quickly take a turn for the better though as I soon meet with
GHOST BUSTING: Glasgow City News reporter Ross Swanson searching for spirits of a non-alcoholic kind in the Griffin’s basement. Glasgow’s most eccentric barman, and self-appointed keeper of the The Griffin ghost tale, Jonathan ‘Jo’ Mackenzie. The pub host explains that he set up a camera to take some shots of the back room of the pub, which serves as their function suite, and accidentally snapped the images of what appears to be the famous ghost. “I brought in the prints to show Robert, the owner, and he said ‘Oh look, there’s a hand’,” he explains, “so I zoomed in and you can see it clearly. I was as surprised as anyone else.” Simply mention the tales to the jovial barman and he’ll excitedly dash you over to a laptop in the corner of the room which contains the legendary images. Despite having heard rumours for years about the haunted nature of the building, it wasn’t until the snaps of the ethereal hand were discovered that people began to take the idea that the ghost was perhaps real seriously. Jo explains: “I think there were tales of the ghost, but nobody actually saw anything. People always got the heebie-jeebies in here at night though. “People thought I was having a laugh,” says Jo with sincerity, “But I’ve had it verified from a chap who
was a ghost hunter in America. He said, ‘that’s not been photo-shopped’ it’s real.” Jo confirms he has since tried to capture further images of the apparition to no avail. It seems that this ghost wants to be left in peace. The images of the phantom hand have since become something of a tourist attraction for the Bath Street bar. Of course, Jo is only too willing to tell the accompanying tale. Local legend passed down by customers and staff alike over many years tell us that – allegedly – there was a prostitute known only as Molly working near the front door of what is now The Griffin (after seeking legal advice, and talking to the pub’s owner Robert Mullen, I’ve been asked to confirm that there are no prostitutes currently working on the door at The Griffin – only the occasional doorman) and it is her spirit which dwells within the pub. Little more information about ghost is known, especially why apparently chooses to linger on premises is a mystery. Perhaps better to stay that way.
the she the it’s
Indeed, no-one seems to know exactly what happened to Molly or
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HAUNTED: The Bath Street pub which is said to be home to the spirit of a prostitute called Molly.
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so I zoomed in and you can see it clearly. I was as surprised as anyone else
how she died, but it’s a fairly safe bet it was something grim. You never hear of anyone being haunted by a ghost who died of natural causes now do you? Exactly. I’m told that many years ago a member of the pub’s staff named May used to not only talk to Molly regularly, but even went so far as to bring her a birthday cake each year. I can’t quite decide if this is a sweet gesture or just plain barmy. Nonetheless, it’s nice to know Molly was well looked after. I didn’t even know ghosts ate cake. This investigation is turning out to be rather educational. It soon becomes apparent that rather than being feared by the past and present workforce of the pub, they all seem to hold some real affinity for her. She’s as much a part of the pub as the lager being poured and the drunken patrons. Sceptical as most right-minded people (myself included) would be about believing these stories are true, there is no denying the images are quite convincing. “If you went along to the art school and painted that, they’d say, ‘...well
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that’s a hand’,” Jo expertly points out. Well, you can’t argue with that can you? A happy coincidence of a flicker of light at the exact same moment the camera shutter closed? Probably, likely, but where’s the fun in that?
THE HAND: Griffin barman Jo Mackenzie’s now famous ghostly picture
After a whole day in The Griffin bar I’ve learned a lot about how important the legend of Molly the friendly ghost is to the people working at the pub, and how proud they are to have her grace their domain. I’m just disappointed I didn’t get to see her for myself. It’s getting late and I’ve got more spirits here left to conquer. I think I’ll start with vodka.
By ROSS SWANSON
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How safe are
Scotland’s
children? In the wake of the Rotherham revelations and the resignation of Rotherham Council’s Director of Children Services, Scottish charities are calling on government and child protection services to learn crucial lessons needed to protect our children.
SCOTLAND’S CHILDREN: The abuse of children is not confined to England or the known exploitation, it is happening in Scottish towns and cities and needs to be stopped.
AT the Labour party conference in Manchester this week, amongst their plans for the future of the NHS and the unity of the country, one other promise stood out – the pledge to introduce a new ‘victims’ law’ to protect children. In a speech at the conference, Sadiq Khan MP, Shadow Justice Secretary, said the law would be introduced if the party is elected back into power next year, with
the promise of preventing a repeat of the Rotherham and Rochdale child sexual exploitation scandals. Mr Khan said “We need to recognise the rights of people who’ve been neglected for too long – victims.”
The pledge comes after heavy criticism for Labour-run Rotherham Council in the wake of the publication of the explosive Jay report, which said there had
been at least 1,400 victims of child sexual exploitation in the town between 1997 and 2013.
Children as young as 11 were raped by multiple perpetrators, abducted, trafficked to other cities in England, beaten and intimidated, it said. As the horrific stories from England continued to emerge, talk began on this side of the border about the need for similar
investigations in our own cities, with Charity Barnardo’s Scotland releasing a report, calling on government and child protection agencies to learn lessons from the Rotherham inquiry and outlining 15 areas to be considered.
In particular, it calls for recognition of the need for a specific child protection response to child sexual exploitation.
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25th September - 2nd October 2014 • Glasgow City News 15 Martin Crewe, Director of Barnardo’s Scotland, said: “We know child sexual exploitation is happening across Scotland. We know how devastating it can be. We know charities and support agencies are aware of the problem and are working to put the necessary infrastructure in place to tackle child sexual exploitation. But as part of this process, we all need to heed the warning and learn the lessons from Rotherham if we are to be certain that we are all doing our best to protect children from this horrific form of abuse in Scotland.” The Barnardo’s Scotland report is designed to be challenging for local and central government, and all agencies concerned with child protection.
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Crewe added: “If there is one fundamental lesson from Rotherham it is that we cannot be complacent about child sexual exploitation in Scotland.” The Jay report on events in Rotherham found that in more than a third of cases the youngsters were already known to agencies.
“We are absolutely committed to protecting children and young people’s wellbeing, and have implemented a range of work with our partners to ensure we remain vigilant to abuse and are able to offer support to survivors. “We established an expert working group to specifically examine child sexual exploitation and this work contributed to our updated child protection guidance. “We also work closely with the experts at the Centre for Excellence for Looked After Children to shape policies and practices to ensure that protection is as rigorous as possible.
We share a duty - in families, communities, government, social care and the justice system - to protect young people from harm
“We share a duty - in families, communities, government, social care and the justice system - to protect young people from harm.
Order in Court secures important changes for young witnesses
“Clearly all of us working to keep children safe in Scotland are considering the lessons to be learned from the Jay report to maintain a robust and responsive system of child protection in Scotland. The public would expect no less.”
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The 15 lessons for Scotland outlined in the Barnardo’s Scotland report include points on sex education, which was found to often be out of touch with what children need to know to protect themselves and online grooming; where online contact can move to personalise contact very quickly. The report also says that the scale and “seriousness of child sexual exploitation in Rotherham was underplayed, despite hard evidence that was emerging from frontline workers” A Scottish Government spokesman said: “Child sexual exploitation is an abhorrent crime and can have a devastating impact on victims and their families.
The Barnardo’s Scotland report 15th and final point makes it clear that we need to not think of these terrible acts of child abuse as being confined to the past but understanding that they are continuing to this day. It states: “While there is good work ongoing to tackle child sexual exploitation, we cannot be so naive to think that CSE occurs in isolated incidents, or that it is not happening to children in cities, towns and villages, all over Scotland. “Rotherham is a wake-up call for Scotland. We must learn lessons quickly and take recommendations from the Jay Report very seriously.”
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Alan Wardle, Head of Public Affairs at the NSPCC said: “This announcement is great news and something we have long pushed for, most recently through our Order in Court campaign . “Every year more than 20,000 children are witnesses in criminal cases and many are terrified they will bump into their abuser when they go to court to give evidence. Providing remote video links for them will take away that fear which can prevent them giving their evidence and sometimes
leave them on the brink of suicide. “Ensuring proper training for lawyers who take part in sexual abuse cases is also a step in the right direction, as is the national roll out of a scheme which allows videoed cross-examinations of children to be used in trials. “These are positive steps, but more work needs to be done to ensure that all child witnesses have the support of a Registered Intermediary, a trained communications expert, if required. “Twenty-five years after a better deal for child witnesses was recommended by a leading judge we now seem to have finally set course for this to become a reality. “However, this is just the start of a journey which must result in a criminal justice system treating children in the right way when they are courageous enough to help bring abusers to justice.”
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DESIGN DUO: Prints of Paradise co-founders and designers Adrienne MacLean and Laura McQuade
Laura McQuade, Prints of Paradise Each week we focus on a Glasgow business, organisation or professional, and quiz them on their success, future plans and favourite things about the city…
Q. Who and what are Prints of Paradise?
A. Prints of Paradise originated off the back of luxury resort wear brand Savannah & Some- Adrienne [MacLean - Prints of Paradise’s cofounder and designer) studied at ECA in Edinburgh and myself at Glasgow Caledonian. We both educated ourselves through work placements the year after graduation before setting up our own label in 2012. We’ve been best friends since Primary 1 and never intended to start our own label but with a complimentary set of skills and with a similar career vision, it was inevitable.
Q. How did Prints of Paradise begin?
A. We had modest success with Savannah & Some featuring in
Company magazine, exhibiting at Pure London and being stocked in luxury stores in St. Tropez and Wolf & Badger on Dover St, London. However, sales were slow and we wanted faster results so Prints of Paradise emerged. The business model was efficient and things began to move. We had help in the form of funding and being placed in a business incubator from Digital Enterprise Glasgow whilst Business Gateway and the Princes Trust provided us with guidance and specialist support.
Q. What was the most difficult aspect of setting up your own company?
A. Not knowing what’s around the corner… having patience to persist. In most cases nothing happens over night and it’s a case of getting yourself out there and building a reputable image, which takes time and effort.
Q. What advice would you give to someone thinking about starting their own business?
A. It’s a journey not a destination and failures happen along the way!
Q. What’s been the biggest achievement for Prints of Paradise so far?
Five second guide to Glasgow with Prints of Paradise Favourite place to find stylish shopping: PRINTED TEE: One of Laura and Adrienne’s stylish T-Shirt designs A. Connections we’ve established with big retailers, featuring in Grazia magazine, retailing and featuring in Nylon, NY. Being asked to do an exclusive range for Wolf & Badger. Meeting the Duchess of Cornwall and receiving a thank you note from her! Collaborating with Radisson Blu Hotels. There have been lots and I hope lots more to come!
Q. What’s next for Prints of Paradise?
A. We’ve just launched our Indigo Collection online so we will be focussed on that and hopefully growth and success!
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What and where we find inspiration in:
Architecture in the city centre, vintage prints and the library.
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Hummingbird, St Judes & the Butterfly and the Pig.
Best place for a bargain is:
Hillhead Bookclub’s ‘Granny Would Be Proud’ Vintage Fair.
Favourite city centre eatery: Bier Halle every time!
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Destiny Planning The universe is your own personal genie and you are the master, it is more than happy to comply with your wishes both negative and positive. This is an age-old piece of sacred knowledge that has come more into the public eye over the last ten years or so. Its been called everything from PMA or positive mental attitude, the secret, the law of attraction and cosmic ordering which was made famous by Noel Edmunds who was a big fan and helped get it out there. But, he is not the only celebrity to get on the trail of attracting and cosmic ordering apparently; Jim Carrey and Oprah have a liking for them as well. Continued inside....
20 Glasgow City News • 25th September - 2nd October 2014 filled and send back to us – imagine it like placing an order in a catalogue and then the post man bringing it to your door. Ok, it may sound a bit way out but, companies as well as individuals actually use these and with great success I might add. Every year I do a new vision board and place on it all the things that I desire, they do happen and I can personally vouch for this. A Vision board is very simply, a board that contains pictures, items, cheques, notes or anything that will keep your mind focused on what you want to bring into your life - in other words they are, visual maps of your destiny. The core element of all of this is, you are a magnet and whatever you wish or ask for either in a positive or negative way it comes right back to you – the trouble is we are so good are attracting the negative, in fact we are masters of this, that, if we could just see that if we can do this well then, it follows that we could also attract more of the positive things into our lives. So, what’s the secret to all of this and how come it works for some and not for others? Well let me start by telling you that every thought you have is a vibration and as such it has a ripple effect – that ripple is sent out into the energetic universe and attaches to other things on the same wave length creating the bond between them and you. Some people would argue the point, why would I want negativity? The answer is simple, there are those who, at a deeper level believe that
they won’t get things, that good stuff doesn’t happen to them, that they are not that lucky etc, etc, etc and so with each negative thoughts, doubt or feeling you push the very things you do want further away putting it further out of your own reach. This may not be done at a conscious level, it could be that you’ve wanted something but then on top of that desire felt that “ what if I don’t get it?” all you are doing here is compounding a negative belief pattern. In order to get what you really want it is important to keep your end goal firmly in focus and to believe that you already have it – thoughts like this bring desires so much closer to you and help them to manifest in your own life. A good way to help you on this journey is to create what’s called a vision board as it helps to enhance and attract the wishes, wants and desires we request from the universe and for them to be ful-
Did you know?
An apport is a spiritual transference of an item or object from one location to another. Many individuals are baffled as to how they appeared in the first place however, all sorts of items are brought forward from: flowers, money and coins to jewelry along with all manner of other things.
You can use pictures from magazines and stick them onto the board, use words, or 3D images to help it stand out, the latter is my preferred way – you can get things like this in any craft shop. Before you begin to create your vision / destiny board take time out to think carefully about what you really want in your life, don’t miss anything out as every detail helps the process happen quickly. Try focusing on a few things to begins with and keep them simple so that you get a chance to try it out for yourself and test the universe. If your searching for Mr., Right then what qualities are you looking for? Think about his looks and perhaps things like loyalty, stability or humour. If it’s a job then it may be a certain kind of position your after or that you want to expand your learning – it is worth taking some time to consider all of this before you begin your board, that way you get the best
out of it and the focus is right. Once everything you have asked for happens then its time for a new board with new desires. You can do one or a few vision boards depending on what you want, maybe one for love and one for career or split one board into sections. Doing these boards with your child can be a wonderful way of for helping them build confidence and overcome things like bullying and its fun at the same time – this is an
empowerment tool for both children and adults. All in all it is an intention-setting tool that allows you to place everything on a focused platform in order to send the vibration out into the universe for it to be delivered back to you. If you want a first class delivery then the focus has to be right other wise, it could get lost in the post and the genie cannot work its magic.
Creating Your Attraction Board Look for pictures and images that fit with your desires What words best describe your wishes? How can you make the board really stand out? Where can you place it so you will see it clearly everyday to help your focus? How will you divide the board up to accommodate all your wishes? Placing an image of you in the centre will enhance the vibration. Lay out your images on the board first before you stick them down to get it right. Once everything you have asked for happens then its time for a new board with new desires
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Normally they would materialise during a séance however, this has been known to happen at random. Apparently, the apport is not in any way damaged by the travel from whence it came and appears to be in perfect.
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It is said to be a materialisation of evidence that indicates the existence of spirit especially as they appear out of thin air and are said to be signs and gifts from loved ones in the spirit world.
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Tap into your Psychic Skills
Feng Shui Tip:
If you fancy attracting fame and fortune into the home office or place of work then get yourself a statue of an elephant, use your own intuition to choose carefully the one that is right for you. Next, make sure that you get one with the trunk facing upwards to bring you abundance in all things lucky and for good fortune. Place the elephant at your front door to bring in and attract the luck you desire. In other cases when you have an elephant with its truck facing downwards it is said to assist conception so having either a statue in the bedroom or a mother and baby elephant
Here are seven tips to help you connect with your own psychic powers and get them into action for you.
statue or picture could work. Apparently, the reason for the trunk facing down is to assist with breaking through difficult areas and situations. If your looking for strength and protection then having a pair of elephants at the front door acts as a barrier to prevent Chi energy leaving the home and preserves the good energy in the home.
1. Your psychic antenna can only work efficiently if you are in the correct mode and so doing gentle meditation can assist you in getting into this process. This does not mean that you need to sit with your legs crossed for hours saying Om it is as easy as sitting watching the water, taking a walk in the country or just listening to calming music. 2. Pay attention to the signs that show up around you – most of the time we spend in such a busy that it can be all encompassing not allowing us to see the real things that show up to point us in the right direction so, listen, look and feel are the keys to assisting your psychic powers. 3.w You could see if there is a development circle at your local spiritualist church that you can attend. They normally have them for beginners and also advanced ones, which are called, closed circles. 4. Play games – yes that’s right, through play you are opening your
creative mind and your intuition. Do things like, when the phone rings guess who is calling you or try to sense what the headlines in the paper will be for the coming day / week. Simple fun things that can help you to tap in to intuition. 5. Having the proper rest is also important as you cannot tune into your psychic powers if your not in the best place, in fact, this will drain you even more so be sure to rest and have relaxation times. 6. Take note of you’re dreams as your psychic powers and intuition can feed you information while you sleep. The best thing to do is have a small note book and pen at the side of your bed so that you can record them when you waken up. If you leave it too long you won’t remember them properly. 7. Using a deck of playing cards see if you can guess which suit, colour and number or court card will come up in a shuffled deck - a simple yet an effective way to build your psychic senses.
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Have you always wanted to write your own book but don’t know where to start? Being an Author myself I remember the process as being daunting to begin with however, I may have a solution that will assist you on your journey. I am holding a one-day Creative Writing Workshop anyone who is interested in writing their own book can come along and use the creative tools and techniques I have set up to assist them in the process. Predominantly, I will show you how you can use the Tarot to help you look at things alike: the plot - characters theme and other elements. The workshop will run from 10- 4pm on the 5th of October in Greenock. For more information contact Joan Charles on: 07930 697 229
Tarot Card of the Week
The tarot is an ancient and powerful divination tool that has been used for centuries, its hard to pin point exactly where it originated but what we do know is that the rich and famous have consulted it to assist them in their life. Using the tarot the reader taps into it’s hidden mysteries and symbolic connections to provide the client with what lie ahead and from there they make their own choices and decisions. Each week I will be taking a look at one card from the deck and explaining what it means. Each week I will be taking a look at one card from the deck and explaining what it means.
This week I have chosen The Star: The star is connected with the star sign of Aquarius and the month of February. It is one of the best cards in the deck and is all about hope for the future and so if this card appears in your spread you know that some good things are on their way to you.It’s a card that your spiritual path and the stars around her head link to the chakras and the need to make sure they are balanced. She appears naked because she is content in her own skin and not afraid to stand in her power. She pours water on the land to nurture and keep the cycle of nature flowing and it’s the same with yourself, cycles come and go but we need balance in our lives shores bearing new gifts.
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Celtic Heritage
Star Signs
I am delighted to be delivering your stars although; I won’t be doing them in the traditional way, as I am not an astrologer. For many years I have provided the stars using Tarot cards and that is what I will be doing here so, I guess in a sense they should be called, Taroscopes. Anyway, I do hope you enjoy what the cards have to say.
and
Energy and let go of old habits and changes you wish to make. Remember you are looking forward with rest and recuperation. As our ancestors mourned the passing of the Sun they also embraced the coming of the darkness and the rest period the winter brings.
Joan Charles
Aries
I sense that you will be looking at all that you have achieved and feeling quite pleased with yourself. Money can’t buy peace of mind and for now I feel you are just enjoying being contented.
Taurus Old wounds still rise to the surface from time to time and it can be difficult to push them to the back of your mind however; just remember that you have come such a long way and that was then and this is now.
Gemini Always in a rush to do more than one thing that you can forget
to stop and take stock of where you are. When you do stop for breath and tune into your intuition so many powerful things come to the surface so the break is worth it.
Cancer
You are carefully planting some new ideas and there is a kind of strategy that you are working with in order to help you attain what your after. Stick to your plans, as they feel right to you.
Leo
Now, I don’t suppose there is any point in saying that you are burning the candle at both ends as you will probably not take any notice however, you do need to find balance before it takes it toll on you.
Virgo You may have been feeling that you have been dancing to
someone else’s tune of late but now the worm has turned and you are now in charge and whether others like this or not you won’t care much.
Libra Family plans seem to be occupying your mind and until they are
all sorted you won’t be able to settle yourself. There is a lot of excitement around what lies ahead and lots to look forward to.
Scorpio I sense that you will be in an open and honest discussion
and that the communication seems to be coming mainly from you. This won’t really phase you and in fact, you will be glad of the opportunity.
Sagittarius
My feeling is that whatever you have been asking for a sign that things are on their way is coming your way. This sign looks to be very clear and will allow you to move forward with things in your life.
Capricorn You have been playing your part well when it comes
to work but perhaps, a part of you has grown a little tired of how things are. You maybe thinking that things need to change but don’t quite know what that means so - for now you will stick with things.
Aquarius A new adventure beckons and you may be wondering
if you are up for the challenge. If you are to do things you don’t do it by halves so you will be gathering all the facts before making a decision.
Pisces
Life is bringing some quick changes and good ones at that. You may have felt stagnant for a while but a new cycle is ahead and it seems like all systems go. I sense the next couple of months will be busy ones for you.
The Celts where known to be in and around Europe as far back as the Bronze Age. They had in their very own language and evidence of their beliefs and ceremonies still exist today. From the highlands of Scotland to the Lowlands the Celtic people took sanctuary in our settings. Contrary to beliefs the Scottish Celts were very gentle nature loving people. The forces of nature are depicted in stone carvings across Scotland and are used as a basis for their special ceremonies. If you would like to learn more about your Celtic heritage and bring it forward to this century, there is a few things that you can do, take time to connect with your surrounding trees as these were very significant to the Celtic people. No more so than the mighty oak tree, this is very symbolic and the centre of many rituals. I would invite you to stand beside the oak tree and feel the meridian flow between yourself and this wonderful tree. The druids part of our Celtic history have great respect for our trees and have used the leaves of the oak tree in many of the ceremonies as it is considered to bring strength and power. Like a lot of cultures most Celtic rituals are circular rather than linear. As we
approach Mabon around the 21st to the 22nd September we take time to thank Mother Earth for our second harvest and at time of winding down for the winter. This is when we are committed to celebrate the death of summer and honour the change of the seasons to Autumn. This is a special time of year when both night and day are at equal lengths. As night and day stand side by side we celebrate the first day of Autumn - in order to pay homage, make an altar using the wonderful nocturnal colours of reds and burnt oranges and our rich earthly browns. Take some leaves and a candle to represent day, you can always use a piece of moonstone or lapis lazuli to represent night and in order to bring thanks for a good harvest, place a piece of fruit or berries on your altar as this is great for this time of year. Place the candle in the middle and lay everything around it in a circle as the moon, sun and earth are all round so this is our Celtic rituals. It is always good to play some Celtic chill out music and write your own intentions down for the winter. It is also good to plant a bulb or seedling for coming year. As the moon is regarded as the queen of the night sky say thanks to her and release
If you are feeling really adventurous like your ancestors before you, you can even take time to visit some of the wonderful places in Scotland and you could even have you own Mabon celebration outside. The island of Iona is a wonderful spiritual place with evidence of the Celtic people all over the island an ideal place to visit if you wish to connect spiritually to the Celts. Another wonderful special spiritual place is the Callanish stones on the Isle of Lewis standing in a circle, no one really understands one hundred percent what they represent but, they have a great mystery and it is also wonderful energy used for many centuries by our Celtic ancestors. This is an ideal setting for our Moben celebration. Moben is the end of the summer and beginning of autumn, which takes us nicely to samhain on the 31st of October also known to you and I as Halloween, the celebration of the winter solstice. By Suzanne Gibson If you are interested in learning more about Celtic history or Celtic healing contact: Suzanne Gibson or Cecilia Connelly at Aery Faeries Glasgow 07580 092 327
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GLASGOW’S set to receive some 1930’s New York glamour in the shape of The Anchor Line – the newly restored Grade A listed building at St Vincent Place, which is getting ready to open as a restaurant at the end of this month.
both Glasgow and New York. A spokesperson for the company said:
Celebrating the grand ocean voyages of days gone by from Glasgow to New York, The Anchor Line will showcase the best of Scottish produce with influences from both sides of the Atlantic, including fresh luxury seafood and finest Scottish meats.
The Anchor Line is due to open this week. Visit www.theanchorline.co.uk for more information.
It’s the latest addition for the Di Maggio’s Group, who also own Amarone, Barolo Grill and Café Andaluz, and they’ve spent the better part of a year painstakingly reconstructing the building to its former glory, keeping as many of the original features as possible. The chain is promising an extensive cocktail list and craft beers from
“We’ve had a real privilege searching through the archives for some hidden treasures from The Anchor Line’s prestigious past. “It is a true honour restoring this grand old lady back to her former glory.”
“ BACK TO BUSINESS: The incredible building had previously lain empty for several years.
Recently reviewed: WITH the winter weather just around the corner, most people will be starting to look for places to warm up on cold, dark nights with great food and drink. With this thought in our minds, a friend and I headed along to one of the South Side’s popular spots - Jayz Bar and Restaurant on Kilmarnock Road, in search of comfort food and warming service. Jayz has managed to achieve a friendly, local-bar-feeling, at the same time as providing hungry customers with much more than standard pub grub. The menu, which features additions and twists on classic dishes from chef Chris – who ran his own restaurant in Japan for 15 years before coming back to Glasgow, is surprisingly varied for a non-city centre bar. With lots of unusual menu options
It is a true honour restoring this grand old lady back to her former glory
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Jayz Bar and Restaurant, Kilmarnock Road, Shawlands
to choose from, we asked for recommendations from owner Gary, and started with Classic Garlic Prawns (£4.25) and a starter portion of Jayz special Skewers (£3.40 for a meat and veggie mix). The prawns, which come with chucky bread and lashings
of sauce, were perfectly cooked and delicious, but the must-try from the starter options has to be the Skewers. Covered in crispy breadcrumbs, they included Black Pudding (we fought over who would get this one, be warned!), Pork and Chicken.
GOOD, CHEAP GRUB: Jayz Bar and Restaurant in Glasgow’s Southside
rather than a South Side bar.
We decided to try one of Chris’s Rib Eye Steaks (£13.95) and the Scottish Salmon with Crispy Poached Egg, (£8.95). The steak, which I had medium rare, was perfect – served with chunky chips and creamy peppercorn sauce. The Salmon was also delicious, and the Crispy Poached Egg (my first time trying this) was a huge hit, despite being told that these are notoriously difficult to cook just right. It was finished with salad and a prawn toast crouton, and looked more like a dish you’d find in one of the centre’s top restaurants
There was a bit of debate about what to choose for dessert – with both classic options and more adventurous choices. In the end, we decided to share and chose the Baked Lemon Cheesecake (£4.05), served with a truly amazing ginger cream and brandy snap, and the Chocolate Fondant (£4.05), presented beautifully with raspberry sauce and toffee glaze. We savoured our desserts with a Cappuccino and as we left, realised we had managed to completely forget the rainy weather outside…which is just what we were hoping to do.
By FIONA McNICOL
GRAND OLD LADY: The Anchor Line is being restored back to her former grandeur.
90 new jobs at TGI Friday’s THE restaurant chain TGI Friday’s plans to launch a new eatery in Silverburn Shopping Centre near the end of October. The newest establishment will sit over 200 guests and features an island bar and open plan kitchen, which will allow punters to see their food being cooked whilst they sit at the grill. TGI’s top bartenders will be on hand to serve their famous cocktails. The chain is looking for up to 90 new staff, with recruitment days being held next week. Visit http://fridoids. co.uk/ for details.
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Get ‘wrapped’ up for autumn Forget the jacket; this season it’s all about the stylish wrap… NOW that summer has sadly come to an end, it is time to cheer ourselves up and start shopping for an autumn wardrobe. With celebrities such as Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Olivia Palermo and Cara Delevingne sporting the cosy Burberry wraps monogrammed with their initials, wraps are a hot trend at the moment. Don’t have hundreds of pounds to splash out on one? Don’t worry, we have selected the top picks on the high street under £50, and… it’s a wrap! THE LOOK FOR LESS: Olivia Palermo’s take on the autumn wrap
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Open Front Wrap Marks & Spencers
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The Busy Girl’s Guide to… Contouring JUST about every make-up lover will have heard about contouring (if you haven’t, where have you been?). Kim Kardashian kicked off the trend in 2012 and women (and men alike) all over the world have been experimenting ever since. For those who don’t know what it is, it’s basically using both dark and light make-up and strategically applying it to your face to make it appear slimmer. Contouring can take a bit of time to do it properly, which is perfect for a night out, but not so much for heading to work. However, I have devised a quick and easy routine which I use every time I
apply make-up. Here is my step-by-step quick guide to contouring… Apply your usual foundation/ concealer base. I have been using Illuminating Foundation, (£17.99, crownbrush.co.uk). This foundation will give your skin a glow, whilst giving a light to medium coverage. Paired with MAC Studio Finish Concealer, (£15.50, House of Fraser), this provides the perfect base to start contouring. Start off with the dark shadow. I recommend Hoola Bronzing Powder (£23.50, Benefit), which I use religiously as it gives a nice, dark bronze colour and the flat brush it comes with is perfect for contouring. Take the brush and make an O shape with your mouth. Brush some Hoola under your cheekbones up to your ear in a straight sweep and then lightly swirl the brush in circles to blend it in. Swirl the brush up to the sides of your forehead
By KAITLIN McMANUS and along the jawline. This makes a shadow in the shape of a 3, instantly making the face appear slimmer. Now for the light shade, which is applied to the middle area of your face. Glide Watts Up! (£24.50, Benefit), over cheek bones, down the bridge of your nose and blend with the sponge, again in a circular motion. This soft highlighter with a champagne glow will brighten your face and reflect light. I then use Shavata Arch Enhancing Pencil, (£10.50, shavata.co.uk), to highlight the brow bone, the inner corners of my eyes and the cupids bow. Finally, grab a round bronzer brush and in a circular motion, lightly blend your make-up into the face. Now just slick on some lippy and you’re good to go!
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FOR those who have been out and about campaigning for the referendum, partying it up abroad or slogging it out in the office all summer, you will know exactly what I mean when I say our skin needs a bit of TLC sometimes! Pollution, UV rays or pulling an all-nighter can all play havoc on our skin. During the past few weeks after a hectic summer, I decided to try out the latest beauty treatment by Nourish. The Kale Enzymatic Exfoliating Cleanser is a multi-tasking skin treatment that can be used in three ways; as a gentle cleanser, an exfoliating mask or a revitalising facial. The cruelty-free treatment is made with pomegranate enzymes which claim to “gently exfoliate, cleansing the skin’s surface of dulling debris that can trap pollution and grime.” The treatment also contains kale extract which according to Nourish, is in there to “help protect skin from damaging free radicals caused by stress and pollution”. The treatment is made up of 81% organic ingredients, which gives you piece of mind that you’re not putting anything nasty on your skin.
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I have been using it as a cleanser for the past few weeks and it has been a quick and easy way to remove makeup and it made my skin feel clean and fresh. I then tried it as a mask and then as a facial, which both made my skin glow. It tends to flake off if touched once it dries, so remember not to touch your face! The only thing I would complain about is that is has a distinct smell, but as it contains kale, that’s to be expected. Overall, my skin felt smoother and was less tired looking. This treatment is proof that not only should we be drinking kale smoothies and eating kale chips, but we should also be slapping it on our faces.
Trend Report London Fashion Week SS15 UNLESS you have been living under a rock, you will know that models have been strutting down catwalks, showcasing the top designer’s pieces for another annual Spring/ Summer London Fashion Week. Here is a brief rundown of the trends to look out for…
Flats Let your feet rejoice! Flats took over the runway this SS15 with trainers spotted on the Burberry and Temperley catwalk. Whether you loved them or hate them, it seems sliders are back! They were spotted at Christopher Kane.
Bows Sibling were on everyone’s lips after the giant bows and ruffles were featured in their collection. Who knew Minnie Mouse and Hello Kitty were style icons?
Sports chic For those whose favourite Spice Girl was Sporty Spice, you will be pleased to know that the sporty look is going to a be a top trend next Spring/ Summer. A popular hit was a frilly tennis dress modelled by Cara Delevingne, at Topshop.
Florals Blooms are back, as Matthew Williamson featured flowing dresses in gorgeous floral prints. There were red poppies spotted at Simone Rocha, on sheer dresses.
Colour If there is one thing that will pull you out of your winter blues, it will be the vibrant bright shades we will be sporting in Spring. We saw bright reds, blues and yellows at Burberry. Pale pastels were also a hit, with powder blue at Paul Smith.
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Island Life with a
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As people across Scotland struggled to agree on what major changes should or should not be made politically, it seems many of them are happy with technological giant Apple’s newest announcement of maintaining the status quo. Of course, reaching the dying months of another year can only mean one thing – a new iPhone is on the way and (most) people are going to go crazy for it. Bespectacled hipsters stationed in every artisan coffee shop across the country will no doubt be in meltdown at the news that there is a new iPhone to play with. And this time the phones (yes, plural) are bigger and shiner. From 19 September, gadget fans are able to pick up one of two new models in the iPhone range: the iPhone 6 and the mightier iPhone 6 Plus. Apple made the announcement of their new flagship devices showing off all the improvements they’ve made along with a lot of brand new features. Honestly though? Nothing really stands out. Did I mention they’re bigger?
it all seems rather underwhelming as a supposed progression by a company so revered as innovators and trendsetters. Of course improvements have been made. Both models boast a faster processor, a souped up camera, and a bigger screen size/ improved resolution than seen on the current iPhone 5S. The problem is that these upgrades seem too few and a little old hat. In fact, the specs displayed on even the most powerful 6 Plus model are pretty much the same as seen on HTC, Samsung and LG phones from over two years ago. It seems like Apple are starting to trail drastically in the war for smartphone supremacy. The iOS App Store is unarguably the most cohesive and complete of its kind and leaves Android’s rival Google Play store far behind. However, one of the reasons the App Store has worked so well is that, unlike Android devices, developers were able to work to one set of specifications because they were creating applications to work on a single iPhone. Now that
there are devices being released with different capabilities, many consumers could potentially be left with the realisation that a brand new app may not run on their brand new phone. Surely there is no point in having a maxed out processor with no applications actually making use of it? Someone’s getting left behind. Both models will be available with varying amounts of storage as usual. The top end 5.5 inch screened 6 Plus model with 128GB of memory will cost you £789 at launch. Curiously they come with a free copy of U2’s newest album – you lucky, lucky people…hang on…almost £800? For a phone? Seriously? Here’s a list of some better things to spend the money on: Apple iPhone 5 16GB with same iOS 8 software - £299.00 A lot of nice stuff (mostly alcohol)£490.00 That’s sorted then. Oh, and I think I’ll just get my cappuccino to go then.
In true Scottish style, the weather decided to be miserable for the majority of the weekend, and we spent most of the time hiding from the downpours in Eriska’s Spa and pool (there are definitely worse ways to wait out the rain). The ESPA Spa offers some amazing treatments and products, but if massages aren’t your thing, make use of the sauna and Jacuzzi like we did and feel the weight of the world fall away. WHEN you’re invited to review a 5 star hotel located on a private island, well... it would just be rude to say no. This is the situation I found myself, when a last minute place on a press trip popped up. Sounding like something straight out of a fairytale, the Isle of Eriska Hotel and Spa occupies its own island, reachable only by the old bridge from the mainland near Benderloch, just north of Oban...or if you happen to own your own boat you can always pull up in style at the hotel’s private jetty. Three journalists, one PR and a three hour drive from Glasgow later, we arrived via the bridge (no one had a boat free) and cornered the tree lined driveway to see what appeared to be a castle, complete with its own piper welcoming us in at the front doors. That was the start of what would be a makebelieve weekend. Inside, looking like a cross between Monarch of the Glen and Downton Abbey, the hotel’s décor was the real deal rather than the heritage style adopted by many ‘country chic’ hotels. You feel as if you’ve stepped into the family home, which, technically you have. The Buchanan-Smith family have spent the past thirty years shaping the island and the hotel, creating the perfect luxury hideaway with every detail designed to offer guests the finest in service, location and activities.
The problem is, despite the apparent enormity of the new phones in size (4.7 inches and 5.5 inches for the 6 and 6 Plus models respectively)
BIGGER BUT BETTER? The latest iPhone fails to live up to the hype…and the price tag.
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because in the spirit of luxury, Beppo has had a helipad installed.
Hipster-techies and U2 fans aside, not everyone’s impressed with the latest offering from Apple… By ROSS SWANSON SO, it’s September once again.
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Upstairs, the bedrooms have been modernised to offer guests all the comforts of a new hotel, without losing the original features or character of the house. The room I was given for the weekend had a bed that could sleep four comfortably and a bathtub big enough to swim in, but the true appeal was in the little details; the old bookcase filled with tomes on the local area and well-read classics, family pictures hanging on the wall, and some Molton Brown toiletries thrown in - just to make sure you don’t forget you’re in a five star hotel. I also had a great view of the grounds, looking out onto the garden and the woods, and I was lucky enough to see deer running across the clearing the next morning. That wasn’t my only encounter with wildlife that weekend...but there’s more on Eriska’s most popular and tame residents to come... For those who can splash the cash and want to play the part of Lord or Lady for the weekend, the entire island and its staff can be booked for exclusive use. I imagine that this is also the type of person who might like to arrive by helicopter, which is handy
When the rain eased off for a moment, we managed to get in a quick tour of the island’s outdoor activities, including the 9-hole golf course with the backdrop of Ben Nevis (the view, not the golf, appealed to me), clay pigeon shooting, croquet and mountain biking.
Incredible scenery isn’t Eriska’s only natural beauty; the island is home to an array of wildlife with seals, otters, deer and even Golden Eagles. A favourite with the staff and guests, and where my point from earlier comes in, are the tame badgers that creep up to the house’s conservatory most evenings in search of a saucer of milk and some bread. In the summer, guests can join the furry residents for a drink on the terrace, and watch the sunset over the island. At the time I visited, the hotel’s 3AA Rosette Restaurant was being helmed by Head Chef Simon McKenzie, and offered a daily changing menu of fresh produce, deliciously fusing traditional recipes with modern techniques and exquisite presentation. Simon, who worked with Gordon Ramsay and Pierre White in the past, had developed a kitchen garden and herb section, combining these elements with local game, seafood and other fresh ingredients. He bravely, especially in my case, allowed the press to have a go at cooking one of his recipes in the impressive Eriska kitchen. Amazingly, we all managed to produce something edible (some with more help than others) and ate our fine dining attempts in the hotel’s beautiful conservatory restaurant. After our dinner, we decided to wind down in my favourite room of the hotel - the old library bar, with a whisky recommendation from Beppo himself. We were lucky enough to be entertained with his stories of the island, including some of the famous faces that have visited (Dame Judi Dench for one) and the history of his family home. On the morning that we were leaving, I was admiring the beautiful piano in the hotel lobby when Beppo invited me to play. After a very amateur tune, he causally informed me that he walked in one day to find Mick Jagger playing the very same piano. Eriska’s by no means cheap, but it doesn’t pretend to be. It offers luxury and 5 star service with a price to match - but if you have the cash, it’s worth every penny to play Lord of the Manor (or in my case, Lady)...even if only for a little while. Rooms start from £185 in low season. www.eriska-hotel.co.uk
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The Unofficial Parents Hand book: Social Media
A FRIEND of the family visited just before the end of the school holidays with her 11-year old daughter, who was getting ready to start High School. Amongst the references to posts and pictures on Facebook and Twitter, she mentioned Instagram. I’m by no means a stranger to Instagram, in fact it’s one of my personal favourites for wanderlust inspiring images and keeping an eye on where my favourite bands are gigging or getting up to. But this is an 11-year old. Not even a teenager yet. With an Instagram account that includes pictures of her friends - other barely-teen girls, at sleepovers, parties, or just generally larking about.
this having on their self-esteem? Once it was bad enough to not be part of the pretty or popular crowd, but now if you’re deemed unattractive by your peers, it’s out there on the internet for everyone to see – in a comment right below a picture of your face or body?
THE IMAGE GAME: Teenagers and children are increasingly using imagecentred social media sites
Her mum, like most who are over the 25-30 age-group, didn’t seem to know too much about Instagram, which worried me so much that I ended up giving her a ten minute explanation of privacy options and the way the app works (much to the displeasure of her daughter – I would imagine I am no longer considered ‘cool’ ). It got me thinking about how little parents know about what their teens are getting up to online. When I was a teenager, it was all about MSN Messenger and chat rooms, and looking back, even that wasn’t particularly private. But now everything is so image centred, which raises two potential concerns for parents: the first is the access that other people have to these images of children and the second being what it is doing to the
children themselves in terms of self-perception. I asked the daughter what type of pictures she posted and what she ‘liked’ on Instagram, and one of the things that came out was a new rating ‘game’ that they play. In a not too dissimilar way from the origins of Facebook (the site began as ‘Fashmash’ – an online version of the game ‘Hot or Not’) she told me that her friends and other people they know would post group pictures and people would number them in terms of prettiness or ‘hotness’. I looked at her with shock that I imagine resembled my mum’s face when I told her about my first tattoo. 11 and 12 year olds are rating each other’s ‘hotness’ online for other people to see. Do all the people in the images know their faces are being judged? What type of affect is
She assured me that her Instagram account is private, which means that only people she confirms can ‘follow’ her can see any of the images she posts, but as I pointed out, what about the other people who are posting these group pictures that she is also in, are they all private?
If there is any chance that a complete stranger can be looking at pictures of our children online, that our own children are posting, shouldn’t the people responsible for these social media sights be enforcing stricter regulations of age and access? Or does it come down to what you know as a parent? Should we have more knowledge and therefore more control over what our children are seeing, accessing and ultimately personally posting online? In the case of my friend, she added me on Facebook the next day. Clearly, she’d decided to take the latter course of action and educate herself by becoming part of the social media age. Maybe all parents should follow suit, start carrying out their own research…or simply google your teen’s name and see for yourself just how accessible their ‘online-life’ is. Welcome to the new age of parenting.
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The sites you need to know more about now
After a massive amount of complaints, Facebook updated users’ privacy options to give them greater control over who sees what on their profiles. There’s still some grumblings about ‘default’ settings which seem to generally be set to ‘Public’. The minimum age for users is 13 years old.
With Twitter being a popular place for internet ‘trolls’ or cyber-bullies, the site has upped its information and advice section for children, teens and parents. The most important factor is whether or not a profile is public (whereby all information can be seen by everyone) or private (in which case, users must accept ‘Follower’ requests).
The Children’s Privacy information on Instagram states that “The Service and its content are not directed at children under the age of 13” but it does not clearly define that you have to be a certain age to have an account. Instagram works much in the same way as Twitter, with both a public and private account option.
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Watched this weekend Downton Abbey
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Enlightened Friday 26th September, 10.00pm, Sky Atlantic. THE return of hit comedy drama about a corporate buyer who suffers a breakdown and develops an idealistic new outlook on life. Amy decides it is her calling to expose corruption at Abaddon Industries and twists the arm of timid colleague Tyler to help her cause. She passes her findings to whistle-blowing journalist Jeff Flender (guest star Dermot Mulroney), but is disappointed to learn he isn’t quite as enthusiastic about her research as she is. Starring Laura Dern, with Mike White, Luke Wilson and Diane Ladd. STV.
The Leftovers Saturday 27th September, 10.15pm, Sky Atlantic SKY Atlantic’s newest series continues. Kevin visits a therapist following a series of disturbing nightmares and talks to his former police chief father, currently being held in a mental health facility, about what triggered his breakdown. Meg struggles to adapt to life at the headquarters of the Guilty Remnant, while Jill and Aimee dig deeper into the background of Nora Durst, who lost her entire family in the Departure. Elsewhere, Holy Wayne’s ranch is raided by federal agents, leaving Tom and Christine in a precarious situation. Justin Theroux and Liv Tyler star.
Magic Mike Sunday 28th September, 9.00pm, Channel 4
THE eagerly awaited fifth series of Julian Fellowes’ hit period drama started again on Sunday, with enough upstairs/downstairs antics and aristocratic scandal to keep long-term fans on the edge of their seats. The new series takes place in 1924, and while Britain is feeling the winds of change swept in by a new Labour government, Downton’s residents - both above and below stairs - are undergoing alterations too. After mourning the death of his beloved wife Lady Sybil for four years, Branson decides it’s time he got on with his life, although Robert isn’t comfortable about the ex-chauffeur’s relationship with local teacher Sarah Bunting. Mary is also ready for love again - but which of her beaus is her Mr Right? Meanwhile, Edith struggles to cope with being parted from her baby, and Jimmy receives unwanted female attention. Series continues Sunday 28th September, 9.00pm, STV.
Hotel of Mum and Dad Monday 29th September, 9.00pm, BBC3 FIRST episode of the new series, narrated by Nick Grimshaw, that that challenges young people to experience life away from the comfort of their family homes. The first lovebirds who must learn how to take care of themselves and balance their budgets are Ollie and Sophie from Cambourne, Cambridgeshire, and south Wales body-building couple Lewis and Beth. As the week progresses, Sophie struggles to keep her temper in check, while Lewis and Beth hope to take their relationship to the next level.
TV Premiere of the hit Channing Tatum film. A male stripper who is the star attraction in a nightclub teaches a talented young dancer the tricks of the trade, while also introducing him to his hedonistic world. The veteran performer falls for his protege’s sister, but finds his wild lifestyle comes between them. Steven Soderbergh’s comedy drama also stars Matthew McConaughey, Olivia Munn and Alex Pettyfer.
UEFA Champions League Manchester City v AS Roma Tuesday 30th September, 7.30pm , STV ADRIAN Chiles introduces coverage of the matchday two Group E fixture from the Etihad Stadium, as the reigning Premier League champions hosts last season’s Serie A runners-up. City will be looking to amend for their opening 1-0 defeat away to Bayern Munich, while the visitors enjoyed their first match much more, as they hammered CSKA Moscow 5-1. The contest does feature an intriguing subplot, with former Chelsea teammates Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole possibly set to face each other on opposing sides, with Lampard on loan at City before making the move to New York City FC in 2015, and Cole having signed for AS Roma on a permanent deal in the summer. With commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Andy Townsend, and analysis by Paul Scholes and Lee Dixon.
The Paedophile Hunter Wednesday 1st October, 10.00pm, Channel 4
DOCUMENTARY following controversial online vigilante Stinson Hunter and his associates, who pose as children on social networking sites to identify and draw out people they suspect are sexual predators. Self-styled `undercover journalist’ Hunter and his team engage men in conversation online and lure them into meeting in real life. The unsuspecting targets then arrive at a predetermined address to be confronted by Hunter, who shows them the evidence of their online, text and phone conversations, films the ensuing interrogation and informs them he will hand his findings to the police.
No Foreigners Here - 100% British Thursday 2nd October, 9.00pm, Channel 5 EPISODE 1 of 3 of the new documentary following the lives of the residents of the Manchester suburb of Cheetham Hill, which was identified by the 2011 census as being one of Britain’s most ethnically diverse areas, exploring the multicultural community through weddings, festivals, local shops and schools. The first episode features Israeli Jew Amos, who runs a kosher deli ably assisted by his right-hand man Imran, a Muslim from Afghanistan, while traveller Joseph’s new Bulgarian helper hasn’t been in the country long, and the most simple instructions are often lost in translation.
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The Giver (12A) Starring Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep In a seemingly perfect community, without war, pain, suffering, differences or choice, a young boy is chosen to learn from an elderly man about the true pain and pleasure of the “real” world.
The Riot Club (15) Starring Natalie Dormer and Sam Claflin Two first-year students at Oxford University join the infamous Riot Club, where reputations can be made or destroyed over the course of a single evening.
The Equalizer (15) Starring Denzel Washington and Chloe Grace Moretz A former black ops commando who faked his death for a quiet life in Boston comes out of his retirement to rescue a young girl and finds himself face to face with Russian gangsters.
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Now booking at ODEON Glasgow Quay for September/October 28th September: Billy Elliot: The Musical - live from London’s West End 6th October: A Streetcar Named Desire - As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski - encore performance from the National Theatre starring Gillian Anderson 16th October: Manon - Marianela Nuñez and Federico Bonelli star in MacMillan’s dramatic ballet based on adult themes of obsession, prostitution and tragedy. This is a stunning production for ballet newcomers and sophisticates alike - Live from the Royal Ballet 27th October: I Due Foscari – Atmospheric sets and lavish Renaissance costumes transport you to a Venetian world of political intrigue and double-dealing in Verdi’s opera starring Placido Domingo and conducted by Antonio Pappano - Live from the Royal Opera House 30th October: Frankenstein – Danny Boyle’s interpretation of the classic monster novel, filmed at the National Theatre in 2012. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller as Dr. Frankenstein and his monster; with the actors swapping the roles on alternate nights.
What We Did On Our Holiday (12A) Starring David Tennant, Rosamund Pike and Billy Connolly A family head up to their father’s 75th birthday, the only problem being the parents are recently separated and aren’t telling anyone.
Gone Girl (18) Starring Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Tyler Perry and Neil Patrick Harris A woman mysteriously disappears on the day of her wedding anniversary. Thriller from director David Fincher.
Dolphin Tale 2 (PG) Family film The team of people who saved Winter’s life reassemble in the wake of her surrogate mother’s passing in order to find her a companion so she can remain at the Clearwater Marine Hospital.
The Maze Runner (PG) Teen Sci-Fi Set in a post-apocalyptic world, young Thomas is deposited in a community of boys after his memory is erased, soon learning they’re all trapped in a maze that will require him to join forces with fellow “runners” for a shot at escape.
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AFTER keeping fans waiting for almost a decade, Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez have once again teamed up for bring Miller’s twisted noir comic book world back to cinema screens in a follow up to 2005’s mega-hit Sin City. A Dame to Kill For sees Bruce Willis, Mickey Rourke and Jessica Alba reprise their respective roles and introduces Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Eva Green and Josh Brolin to the all-star ensemble cast. The plot, made up of several different stories from the original comic series, acts as both sequel and prequel to the original film. Much like before, A Dame to Kill foretells
AFTER a massive, festival-packed summer, which included an electrifying set at T in the Park, indie-rock band Catfish and the Bottlemen are ready to take the world by storm. With their UK tour selling out prior to the much anticipated release of their debut album ‘The Balcony’, expectations have been high. The Llandudno four-piece have not disappointed and The Balcony’ provides
Those familiar with the first film won’t be shocked to find out that it looks absolutely gorgeous. The black and white visuals caked in high contrast lighting really make the film look spectacular. Simply put, this is as close to the art style of Frank Miller’s graphic novels as you could get on a screen, and is definitely one for the Blu-ray enthusiasts when it hits shops at the end of the year.
Josh Brolin has the hard task of replacing Clive Owen as the brooding failed pacifist Dwight McCarthy, whose story of betrayal takes place before the events of the first movie. Regardless if you can get past the fact that they look nothing alike (something which is later confusingly explained) Brolin’s portrayal of Dwight is so different than in the 2005 original that it would have likely have been a wiser move by the film’s
It does seem odd that the company would leave behind the sci-fi shooter Halo series to make the, let’s face it, incredibly similar sci-fi shooter Destiny after saying they wanted to create something different. Would they simply have been happy with having Halo go multi-platform instead?
producers to simply create a new character to avoid audience bewilderment.
Elsewhere in new additions to the cast, Dennis Haysbert, better known as 24’s President David Palmer, does an excellent job of imitating the distinct voice and mannerisms of late actor Michael Clarke Duncan as the returning henchman Manute with such accuracy that many people won’t notice they aren’t watching the same actor. A Dame to Kill For is a welcome addition to the Sin City franchise and one well worth seeing. Fans of the comics will be glad to hear that the film, like the original, stayed very true to the source material.
‘The Balcony’ Catfish and the Bottlemen
a welcome breath of fresh air from the typically overproduced offerings in the UK’s popular music scene. With support from the likes of 6 Music’ Steve Lamacq and Radio 1’s Huw Stephens, many of the Bottlemen’s singles are already familiar, receiving frequent and well deserved air-play. Festival anthem ‘Cocoon’, championed by Radio 1 DJ Zane Lowe as his ‘Hottest Record in the World Right Now’, demands
attention and will have listeners turning up the volume and screaming along to the catchy (if sweary) chorus. The band’s small town roots, and their desire to escape and move on to bigger things, are self-evident in pacey, single release track ‘Rango’ which showcases lead singer Van McCann’s gritty and powerful vocal style. Changing direction, and demonstrating
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the band’s vocal and musical versatility, ‘Hourglass’ is touchingly sweet, whilst still throwing in the odd curse, in case listeners thought the band were going soft on us. Youthful passion, enthusiasm and a real love for making fresh, exciting new music shine through on this debut album and it is safe to assume that this is a band with bright future ahead of them.
Released 11th September, Communion/ Island Records, £7.99 (iTunes)
Saints of the Shadow Bible by Ian Rankin
After a brief retirement Rebus is back on the force, demoted, and reporting to his protégé Siobhan Clarke. Adding to Rebus’s woes, a new law, allowing crimes to be re-prosecuted, leads to a 30 year old murder case being reopened, implicating Rebus and his murky group of former colleagues, “the Saints of the Shadow Bible” in police corruption. To make matters worse, Internal Affairs, or “The Complaints”, investigator Malcolm Fox is determined to uncover the truth, whether
P lay this... FIRST-Person Shooter (FPS) demigods Bungie have delivered the much anticipated Destiny last week. The developer, best known as the creators of the FPS genre-defining Halo series, have been working on Destiny since soon after their split from parent company Microsoft almost 7 years ago.
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Once again Mickey Rourke steals the show as the psychotic anti-hero Marv. His deadpan black humour is a welcome break from the tense narration and graphic violence.
Read this.. IAN Rankin reached Number 1 last week in the Official UK Top 50 Book Chart with his 19th Detective Rebus novel Saints of the Shadow Bible. A cannily timed, and topical publication, finds Rankin’s ever popular maverick detective John Rebus reinstated to a Scottish police force in a state of flux, and a country at the beginnings of a journey to the biggest political decision in its history, the run up to the Scottish Independence Referendum.
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five intertwined tales of wrongdoing and subsequent bloody revenge told from the perspective of each of the main characters. Essentially it’s ‘more of the same’ and fans shouldn’t go in expecting anything more.
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By this point you may have noticed the name Halo creeping up repeatedly in this review. Try as anyone might, it’s almost impossible to ignore similarities. The guns, the enemies, and the silent mysterious protagonist are all a little too familiar. It should be noted that given the almost five year developmental process Destiny has been through, expectations have been almost impossibly high to meet. So does Destiny live up to the hype? Well, not quite.
Visually, Destiny is stunning. The game has been released for the ageing Xbox
Rebus is involved or not. Meanwhile, when a young woman is seriously injured in a car crash and evidence suggests that this was no accident, suspicions are raised on discovering that she is girlfriend to the son of the Scottish Justice Minister. As the situation becomes deadly, Rebus and Clarke must delve into the increasingly tumultuous world of Scottish politics, where crime may well have a political motive and
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political players will do anything to prevent jeopardising their Campaigns.
Rankin’s customary fast-paced and tightly
written prose, combine with acerbic humour and engaging characters to make Saints of the
Shadow Bible an engaging and compelling read, harking back to the beginnings of a
political campaign which will change the landscape of Scottish politics forever.
Released September 2014, published by Orion, £7.99 (Paperback)
Destiny (for Xbox One) By Ross Swanson 360 and the PS3 consoles, but you owe it to yourself to experience the graphics displayed on the next generation machines in order to appreciate how breathtaking they really are. The first time you’re exposed to the deserted ruins of a post-apocalyptic Russian outpost you’ll likely gawp at the crisp colourful landscape - that is until you’re eventually interrupted by being shot at. War has never looked so beautiful. Unfortunately the same cannot be said for the gameplay. The basic mechanics are solid and the standard FPS elements work fluidly but the main game campaign leaves an awful
lot to be desired. Destiny is not a bad game. In fact, it’s a very good one. It just isn’t the mould breaking game changer Halo: Combat Evolved was for the original Xbox back in 2001. With Microsoft still owning the rights to use the Halo name, it should be interesting if new developer 343 Industries can surpass what Destiny has done for modern shooters when they release Halo 5 next year. Your move Master Chief.
Publisher: Activision, available for PXbox One, Playstation 4, Xbox 360, Playstation 3. RRP - £49.99
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Style Icon Zandra Rhodes launches new collection in Glasgow “ By KAITLIN McMANUS
SPRING/Summer 2015 Fashion Week may have taken place in London recently, but Sterling Furniture stores in Scotland have earned serious style kudos after Dame Zandra Rhodes launched her new bed linen collection at both Scotland’s largest furniture and interiors store in Tillicoultry and their London Road store in Glasgow last Thursday. Zandra’s choice to launch her new collection of vibrant designs at the store was due to its “style and retail ethos” and its reputation for being the place to go for on-trend pieces for the home, with the Dame revealing it’s “very exciting” to be launching at Sterling Furniture. The collection features three bold linens, which all reflect Zandra’s colourful personality. Bright pink is featured throughout the collection,
matching her iconic pink hair.
Vader is a splash-painted design with a dot painted reverse in a dazzling colour spectrum on a striking white background. Juno is a fun, brightly painted small-scale painted floral design, again, on a crisp white background with a coordinating reverse. Finally, there is Milo, with brightly painted large florals. Milo can also be used in the reverse side, featuring ombre-stripes in a matching colour palette.
Gordon Mearns, Managing Director of Sterling Furniture, said he was “delighted to welcome Zandra to our flagship store to launch her new bed linen collection.” With bold prints, fiercely feminine patterns and theatrical use of color, Dame Zandra Rhodes has stamped her identity on the international fashion world. With her bright pink hair, dramatic make up and jewellery that could be mistaken for pieces of
art, she herself is a style icon. Her talents have seen her dressing the rich and famous in the celebrity world, including Debbie Harry, Sarah Jessica Parker and the late Joan Rivers. Dame Zandra Rhodes, said: “Launching this new range in Tillicoultry at Sterling Furniture is very exciting, it is a very individual collection and Sterling’s style and retail ethos reflects that.
“I love that by dressing up the bed you are dressing up your entire bedroom. You can decorate your room by choosing these designs and accessorize around them. I like to think my creations really enhance life and I’ve always reinterpreted my designs to keep them relevant to today.” The new collection is available from Sterling Furniture Homestores in Glasgow, Tillicoultry and Aberdeen and online at www.sterlingfurniture.co.uk
SIGNATURE STYLE: Rhodes’s love of bright colours and eye-catching prints is evident in her new collection, including this Vadar duvet set.
I love that by dressing up the bed you are dressing up your entire bedroom
” DESIGN LEGEND: Zandra Rhodes visiting the Glasgow Sterling Furniture store.
House prices increasing strongly in UK A STUDY into the house prices in the UK has revealed an increase of 11.7% in the year to July 2014, comparing to 10.2% in June 2014. The inflation of house prices are sitting at 12.0% in England, 7.4% in Wales, 7.6% in Scotland and 4.5% in Northern Ireland. The report by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) also reveals that house prices are increasing strongly across the UK. The area with the highest growth is London, with an average house price of £514,000.
Figures also reveal that there was an increase in the price of 13.5% than first-time buyers paid for a property in July 2014, compared to the month before. In the same time, owneroccupiers (existing owners), paid 10.9% more.
The average price for a house in Scotland is currently sitting at £198,000 – an increase of 7.6%.
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The car goes from 0 to 60mph in 2.8 seconds…and runs on saltwater SPORTS cars don’t usually make the headlines for being environmentally friendly, but the new Quant e-Sportlimousine is about to change all of that.
A NEW KIND OF FUEL: NanoFlowercell’s Quant e-Sportlimousine runs on nothing but saltwater
Designed to reach 217.5mph – equal to a McLaren P1, the stylish new supercar runs using nothing but saltwater. After making its debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show in March, the saltwater technology has now been certified for use on European roads. It works in a similar way to a hydrogen fuel cell but the liquid used for storing energy is saltwater, which passes through a membrane in between the two tanks, creating an electric charge. This electricity is then stored and distributed by super capacitors. NanoFlowcell AG, the company behind the drive, is now planning to test the car on public roads in Germany and elsewhere in Europe as the company prepares for series production. It claims the technology offers five times the energy capacity of lithium-ion batteries of the same weight. The price and sale date are yet to be confirmed, but it is believed the car may cost more than £1 million. By RYAN THOMSON
The end of tax discs
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MORE than a third of motorists are unaware of the upcoming move to do away displaying the paper tax disc in the vehicle windscreen, despite the changes taking place in less than a fortnight.
From 1st October drivers won’t need to display a paper tax disc in the windscreen of a vehicle, as payment will be logged within the DVLA database. Automatic number plate recognition cameras will be launched to catch motorists who haven’t paid. RAC chief engineer David Bizley said: “For the vast majority of law-abiding motorists the new rules will make very little difference, and in fact the option to pay by monthly Direct Debit from November will make it easier for many to budget for the payments.
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“There are clearly many people who still believe that the humble tax disc is a simple yet highly effective way of ensuring all motorists pay their VED. As a result, there is real concern that without the need to display a disc, less scrupulous motorists will take a chance and try to evade payment. This already happens with insurance and adds an average of £33 to the premiums of the law-abiding majority who pay their insurance.
Many motorists are also unaware that from 1st October, it will no longer be possible to transfer the residual VED to the new owner when a car is sold. The new owner will be forced to then purchase a new VED and the previous owner will automatically receive a refund of VED that was paid for. Mr Bizley added, “If a similar number of drivers avoided paying car tax, we could be looking at around £167m of lost revenues to the Treasury, far exceeding the £10m that will be saved by no longer having to print tax discs and post them to vehicle owners. Motorists will therefore be looking to the DVLA for reassurance that the new rules will not give rise to a new generation of car tax-dodgers.”
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YOUNG people from Glasgow had the chance to feel like super-star racing drivers recently, when they visited Crail Airfield for an excited event hosted by Supercars Scotland on behalf of the STV Appeal. Forty kids from Scotland, with twenty from Glasgow, were invited along to the event after being chosen by STV and Glasgow City Council. The children, aged between 14 and 17, not only got the chance to ride in a supercar but were also entertained with music from local musicians, including rapper Skyyboii, Hailey J, Sweet Injection and Scottish boy band Rewind. The lucky kids had the opportunity to
take part in hotlaps in the supercharged Ariel Atom, passenger rides in a range of supercars including a Ferrari and a Lamborghini, whilst the older children were given the chance of a lifetime to get behind the wheel of a BMW M3 or Porsche Boxster S.
The event was supported by a range of Glasgow organisations, including Southside radio station Pulse Radio, Audi Glasgow and Park Circuits, as well as a host of businesses from around Scotland such as MCR Pathways, Primate, Powdertec, Kingsbarns Golf Links and Crail Golfing Society, amongst others. The youngsters were even picked up from Glasgow with transport provided by Pixo Rental. Generous businesses also provided
RACING STARS: The children from Glasgow enjoyed taking part in ‘hotlaps’ in the supercars
food for the day, with Greggs supplying the kids with a hearty breakfast and Dominos delivering pizza for lunch.
The children didn’t leave the event empty handed either, with each being given a remote control supercar to take home too, kindly supplied by GBM. Colin Mcalinden, of Supercars Scotland, said the event had been a great success: “All the kids had a great day. Everyone got the chance to take part in a hotlap in
one of the supercars.
“We’ve had some great support from a number of businesses, and worked hand in hand with Pixo Rental, the STV Appeal and Glasgow City Council.” The STV Appeal supports projects across the country, helping to make a positive difference to the lives of children living in poverty in Scotland. By FIONA McNICOL
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THE latest vehicle from Ford has been specially developed to ensure the truck is resistant to fading and damage caused by harsh sunlight, as well as featuring brims and brows to minimize glare and added lighting for easier viewing. The majority of the testing during production of this vehicle was performed in the company’s Central Lab – where Ford engineers focus on making certain parts more durable. Thermatron is also used, a device which simulates damaging UV sunrays, and can be used over long periods of time on parts to help
identify the best design. “Built Ford Tough means more than surviving dirt, rocks and mud, or towing heavy trailers,” said Cindy McComb, materials engineer in the Central Lab. “We like to think our work on this truck has given it the kind of sun protection Built Ford Tough trucks require to look as good after five years of exposure to sun, wind and rain as they do when they leave the showroom floor.” Antiglare testing took place in the Visual Performance Evaluation Lab, also known as the Ford lighting lab. By replicating almost any sunlight
conditions from dawn to dusk, as well as changes to natural light caused by weather conditions, this prepares the vehicles for almost any weather. Cary Diehl, Ford human factors engineer said: “By reducing indirect glare, the driver should practically never see a sun spot in the center screen or instrument cluster. “In addition to testing gauges and screens under these conditions, we looked at the amount of light given off by LEDs in window and steering wheel control switches to ensure they would not be distracting to the driver when lit.” By KAITLIN McMANUS
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Delight as Hampden selected as EURO 2020 host THE Scottish FA and the entie Glasgow UEFA Euro 2020 bid team announced this week that Hampden Park has been selected as a host city for the European Championships’ 60th anniversary.
The UEFA Executive Committee convened in Geneva and awarded Glasgow and Hampden Park a Standard Package of three groupstage matches and one knockout phase match. It means the city of Glasgow and the national stadium will be one of 13 host city venues for the showpiece event, selected by the UEFA ExCo from 19 submissions from across Europe. The bid was collaborative effort involving the Scottish FA, Scottish Government, Glasgow City Council, Glasgow City Marketing Bureau, EventScotland and Hampden Park Ltd. Stewart Regan, Scottish FA Chief Executive, believes the host city status
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will help realise the Association’s strategic plan, Scotland United: A2020 Vision. “It is wonderful news and I would like to thank everyone who has been involved from the outset of what has been a fantastic bid. I believe Glasgow and Hampden Park will throw a fitting birthday party for the European Championships and I know the whole country will make it an occasion to remember. “On the back of a hugely successful Commonwealth Games, and ahead of what will be a memorable Ryder Cup, I am delighted Scotland, Glasgow and Hampden Park will again look forward to being the focus of worldwide attention for Euro 2020.” Councillor Gordon Matheson, Leader of Glasgow City Council and Chair of Glasgow City Marketing Bureau (GCMB), said: “Having delivered the best ever Commonwealth Games this summer, I am delighted that Glasgow has been selected as a host city for the UEFA European Championships in 2020.
YES FOR HAMPDEN: SFA Chief Executive Stewart Regan believed Euro 2012 will bring the attention of the world to Hampden. “Glasgow enjoys a proud reputation
as one of the world’s great footballing
cities and Hampden, in particular, has become a stadium familiar to
football fans throughout Europe. We recognise the value of football and major sporting events and we have a
fantastic track record in attracting and
delivering some of the biggest global sporting championships; including
the Champions League and UEFA Cup finals. We’re also ranked as one
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ANDY Murray does not “regret giving an opinion” but admits he would have worded his tweet backing the Scottish Independence “Yes” campaign differently. On the morning Scots went to the polls to vote on the referendum, Murray broke his silence to endorse Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond’s campaign, saying on Twitter: “Huge day for Scotland today! no campaign negativity last few days totally swayed my view on it. excited to see the outcome. lets do this!” Although Murray’s tweet was lauded by “Yes” voters, the 2013 Wimbledon champion received a virulent backlash from unionists on Twitter. “The way it was worded, the way I sent it, is not really in my character,” Murray told the BBC. “I don’t normally do stuff like that. “So, yeah, I was a bit disappointed by that. It’s time to move on. I can’t go back on that and I’ll concentrate on my tennis for the next few months.”
Asked what he specifically meant by the post, the 27-year-old added: “I don’t want to go into too much detail about it, it’s been obviously a hard few days for me. “From my side, I just want to move on from it and hope everyone can.” Murray did not have a vote as he does not live in Scotland and Independence was ultimately rejected by a margin of 55% to 45%. “I don’t regret giving an opinion. I think everyone should be allowed that. The way I did it, yeah, it wasn’t something I would do again,” Murray said. Last month he told the Guardian that he did not think it looked likely the result would be a Yes, but The tennis player was among a string of celebrities to be targeted online over their stance on the independence referendum.
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City break six year winning streak Warriors crush old Scotland to face The Netherlands in Women’s World Cup play-off
UNBROKEN NO MORE: City’s defeat to Spartans ended their winning run (Image credit: Andy Buist)
SCOTLAND national coach Anna Signeul believes past play-off experience will inspire Scotland when they take on The Netherlands next month, as the battle for the final place at FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015 begins.
Scotland were drawn against The Netherlands in the play-off semi-final. The two sides will meet in Scotland on 25/26 October, with the second leg in The Netherlands on 29/30 October. The winner will go in to the two-legged playoff final against either Italy or Ukraine, on 22/23 and 26/27 November.
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PHYSICALLY TESTING: Glasgow Warriors defeated Edinburgh in a tough match at Bridgehaugh Park
THE Warriors triumphed against old rivals, Edinburgh Rugby 30-5 at Bridgehaugh Park in Stirling earlier this week, scoring four tries.
LEAGUE leaders Glasgow City lost their first competitive League match in almost six years as a second half Katie Reilly strike gave Spartans a narrow 1-0 win. It was debut day for City’s recent star signing Morgan Marlborough, but in the end, the attention was all on Spartans as they held on for a magnificent result against the reigning Champions. City were forced into two early first half changes with defender Eilish McSorley and forward Fiona Brown both having to be substituted due to injury. City reshuffled but apart from a Denise O’Sullivan header and Morgan Marlborough shot, which were both well saved by Rachel Harrison in the Spartans goal, never caused the
visitors too many problems.
brilliantly and bravely.
It was a much improved second half performance from City, but it was Spartans who took the lead. A free kick midway in the Spartans half was taken by keeper Harrison and she launched it route one towards the City goal and midfielder Katie Reilly raced on to the ball before lashing a well composed finish past Niki Deiter in the City nets.
Commenting on his side’s defeat, City Head Coach Eddie Wolecki Black said, “I have just come out of the dressing room and I couldn’t be any prouder of them. The reason being is that for any club to go almost six years without a League defeat is an incredible achievement and it is a record I am not sure will ever be beaten. The disappointment will abate because we have plenty of big games to come and still plenty to play for. We will respond, there is no doubt about that and I am more than confident that we will be the Champions despite this loss. Today it is Spartans day and we congratulate them on their victory.”
City pressed and pressed, but were unable to find the equaliser. Harrison pulled off a string of fine saves and Sarah Ewens cleared off the line with Harrison beaten by a Suzanne Lappin header as Spartans held firm. City’s Leanne Crichton saw her free kick come back off the underside of the cross bar as City threw everything at their opponents who defended
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Murray McConnell, Tommy Spinks, Connor Braid and Sean Maitland all touched down in what was a good workout for the men in black and blue. The Warriors started brightly and after 11 minutes they took a 3-0 lead through a Finn Russell penalty. The Warriors controlled possession early on and were soon 6-0 up with Finn Russell doing the needful from the kicking tee. In the summer, Murray McConnell joined Glasgow Warriors having previously been an EDP and he got himself on the scoresheet after 22 minutes when he picked a gap in the Edinburgh defence after a long period of pressure. Glasgow were refusing to relent and their lead was soon increased when EDP, Scotland Under 20 captain, Tommy Spinks picked the ball up close to the tryline and slipped in under the posts. Finn Russell then converted making it 18-0 to the hosts. Edinburgh were under immense pressure at times and were scarcely in the Warriors half. Their cause wasn’t helped when winger, Richard Stewart was sent to the sin-bin for tackling Al Kellock whilst he was in the air. The game allowed a number of the Warriors the chance to impress in front of head coach, Gregor Townsend and Canadian Connor Braid took his chance, scoring a try before half-time.
Finn RussellThroughout the half, he demonstrated an excellent kicking game and showed composure on the ball. He was rewarded for his efforts when he gathered the ball in space on the left wing and darted forward to touch down, giving the Warriors a 23-0 halftime lead. After the break, Glasgow carried on from where they left off and Sean Maitland marked his return from injury with a show-stopping try. The British & Irish Lion picked the ball up deep inside his own half before motoring down the flank, bursting beyond helpless defenders to touch down. Finn Russell then converted giving his side a 30-0 advantage. As the game drew to a close, it died down a little with Edinburgh pushing for a late score. Glasgow became frustrated and Lee Jones was yellow-carded for an infringement. Edinburgh took advantage of the extra man and scored a try from Melrose’s Austin Lockington who found space on the wing before bursting over. Alex Glashan then missed the conversion attempt. After the game, captain Al Kellock said: “These games are excellent as it gives us all a chance to improve. “The club boys that stepped in were outstanding and it was a really good hit out for our players, young and old. “It was a physical test, as it always is against Edinburgh and it was a good to win convincingly. We still have a few things to improve on though.”
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SCOTTISH LEAGUE CUP Celtic 3 -0 Hearts
WITH Wednesday night’s easy win over Hearts, Celtic have sailed their way into the last eight of the Scottish League Cup, dominating the game. John Guidetti thrashed in the opening goal on 24 minutes during a period of Celtic dominance. Emilio Izaguirre delivered a great, deep cross from the left and Hearts skipper Danny Wilson could only divert the ball into the path of Guidetti, who thumped the ball home from 10 yards. Kris Commons scored from 12 yards, lashing the ball low into the corner following Ozturk’s overly robust shoulder charge on Guidetti. And the game slipped beyond Hearts’ reach, Eckersley chose to use his chest to cushion a Stokes cross and inadvertently steered the ball into his own net from six yards. Celtic manager Ronny Deila said
“I’m very pleased, I think we’re going in the right direction all the time now.”
Falkirk 1 – 3 Rangers
Meanwhile, Rangers secured their passage to the quarter-finals of the Scottish League Cup, with a 3-1 win over Falkirk on Tuesday night. Falkirk opened the scoring after just five minutes through Rory Loy. It took only three minutes for the visitors to respond, through an Owain Tudur Jones own goal. And in the final quarter of the game Dean Shiels and Ian Black established a lead for Ally McCoist’s side.
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