Police Scotland Ian Ross was last in touch with his family on 6 September 2024 Police have appealed for help to trace a hillwalker who went missing a year ago. Ian Ross, 66, last spoke to his family on 6 September 2024. His car was found 12 days later in …
Read More »Black youth, especially Black girls, use mental health services less than their white peers, study finds
[ Credit: Josiah Matthew from Pexels Black adolescents with mental distress are less likely to use mental health services than their white peers, and Black girls are the least likely to access care, according to new research published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. “Adolescence is a crucial developmental stage …
Read More »Fugitive father on the run with children for nearly four years ‘shot dead by police’ | World News
A man who had been hiding with his three children in the New Zealand wilderness for nearly four years is believed to have been shot dead after an armed confrontation with police. Thomas Phillips and his two daughters and son, believed to be aged 9, 10 and 12, had been …
Read More »US Open 2025: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner keep pushing one another to new heights
When Sinner triumphed in the Wimbledon final two months ago, Alcaraz was made acutely aware of what he needed to do to ensure the same did not happen in New York. Alcaraz and coach Juan Carlos Ferrero instantly identified what they needed to fix – but are keeping it a …
Read More »Trial begins for ‘suitcase murder’ suspect Hakyung Lee
A woman accused of murdering her two children and hiding their remains in suitcases is going on trial in New Zealand, in a case that has shocked the country. Hakyung Lee, who was extradited from South Korea to New Zealand in November 2022, has pleaded not guilty to two charges …
Read More »York races: Jockeys Jim Crowley and Trevor Whelan in hospital after falls
Both horses appeared to escape without serious injury. Former champion jockey Crowley and Whelan were treated on the track for some time before they were taken to Leeds General Infirmary. Both riders were reportedly conscious and talking. The race was won by Elmonjed, a stablemate of Almeraq, who was ridden …
Read More »Germany 3-1 Northern Ireland: ‘Real sense of disappointment’ – Michael O’Neill on Germany loss
O’Neill was left to lament some soft defending as a defensive mix-up allowed Amiri to pounce for Germany’s second, whilst he also questioned the awarding of the free-kick which Wirtz superbly dispatched. “For 60 or 65 minutes we were well in the game. The second goal is a bit of …
Read More »Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers for Sept. 8, #820
Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles. Today’s NYT Connections puzzle has a fun mix of topics. Fans of a certain British special agent, …
Read More »Thomas Tuchel wants England to consider long throws
England boss Thomas Tuchel wants his team to use long throw-ins and play long balls at next summer’s World Cup. The Three Lions are top of Group K in qualifying with four wins from four, five points above Serbia – who they visit on Tuesday. Tuchel’s side have played fewer …
Read More »Shopkeeper slashed outside Coalburn convenience store
A shopkeeper has been slashed outside a South Lanarkshire convenience store by a man who was seen on CCTV hiding in nearby bushes for at least two hours. The incident happened on Coalburn Road in the village of Coalburn at about 08:50 on Sunday. The 53-year-old man was putting out …
Read More »World Cup qualifiers: How much of a threat are Belarus to Scotland?
They have not, however, had the greatest ‘home’ record since being obliged by Fifa to play at a neutral venue – and behind closed doors – as a result of the country’s support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Indeed, they have only overcome Andorra and Kosovo in the 11 competitive …
Read More »England vs South Africa: Jacob Bethell hits first century before Jofra Archer runs through Proteas
Jacob Bethell scored his much-anticipated first professional century before Jofra Archer ripped through South Africa as England thrashed the Proteas by a record 342 runs in the third one-day international in Southampton. With the series gone, 21-year-old Bethell, long tipped for a huge future despite despite his meagre county experience, …
Read More »Liverpool vs Everton: Dream derby debut for Ornella Vignola shows potential at Everton
Liverpool had taken a 12th-minute lead at Anfield through Cornelia Kapocs and were well on top. But Vignola’s moment of magic in the 24th minute dragged her side back into the game. She raced past midfielder Ceri Holland, carrying the ball from the halfway line towards Liverpool’s area, and fired …
Read More »Calvin Harrison: Nottinghamshire bowler rejoins Northants on loan
Nottinghamshire bowler Calvin Harrison has rejoined Northamptonshire on a short-term loan. The 27-year-old leg-spinner returns to Wantage Road having taken 41 wickets in all formats during previous loan spells there this season. He was recalled to Trent Bridge in June and was used by Notts in both Vitality T20 Blast …
Read More »Celtic’s ‘PR disaster’ transfer statement ‘defending indefensible’
Celtic have signed 12 players since the end of last season, but Sebastian Tounekti, Michel-Ange Balikwisha and Kelechi Iheanacho only arrived after the club’s Champions League hopes were ended by Kazakhstan’s Kairat Almaty. Many fans feel players such as Kyogo Furuhashi, Adam Idah, Nicolas Kuhn have not been adequately replaced …
Read More »River Tees poachers warning after seven crayfish traps found
Seven crayfish traps have been found on a river, prompting an appeal for the public to stay on the lookout for poachers. The Environment Agency (EA) said the traps were discovered on the River Tees near Barnard Castle on 6 August. Mark Rumble from the EA said an investigation into …
Read More »Republic of Ireland: Josh Honohan called into the squad for World Cup qualifier against Armenia
Shamrock Rovers defender Josh Honohan has been called into the Republic of Ireland squad for Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier against Armenia in Yerevan following Sammie Szmodics’ withdrawal. Honohan was part of the squad for the June friendly against Senegal, but is yet to win a senior cap. Szmodics was withdrawn …
Read More »LGBTQ+ Catholics make historic pilgrimage at Vatican
AFP via Getty Images Pilgrims march to pass the holy door of St Peter’s basilica during the LGTB jubilee, at the Vatican Some 1,400 Catholics donning rainbow attire and carrying crosses are taking part in the first officially recognised LGBTQ+ pilgrimage to Rome as part of the Vatican’s Jubilee Year. …
Read More »Drone footage reveals Cleckheaton Monal wedding venue damage
Grace WoodBBC News, Yorkshire Drone footage shows large stones having fallen in front of the Victorian building in Cleckheaton (Footage provided by Westcliffe Landings Ltd) Drone footage has revealed the extent of damage to a former Victorian church after part of its facade collapsed onto the street below. Large chunks …
Read More »'Farewell to Wrexham' – a ruthless success story
Throughout Wrexham’s rapid rise up the football pyramid, a host of key players who starred in the Welcome to Wrexham documentary have had to bid farewell to the club where they made their name. BBC News
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