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Controversial healer who claimed to cure cancer faces backlash for Edinburgh event

Controversial healer who claimed to cure cancer faces backlash for Edinburgh event

A self-proclaimed psychic healer who was fined for claiming he can cure cancer is now under fire for hosting a pricey event in Edinburgh that promises to heal trauma and disease. The event, which costs £888 for two days, has been criticised by medical experts and campaigners as a potential threat to vulnerable and seriously ill people. Who is Jerry Sargeant and what does he do? Jerry Sargeant is the founder of Star Magic Healing, a company that offers various services such as “DNA upgrades”, “quantum physics healing” and “karmic blueprint clearing”. Sargeant claims to have discovered his healing abilities…
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Rebus returns to the screen with a new face and a new city

Rebus returns to the screen with a new face and a new city

The popular detective series Rebus, based on the novels by Ian Rankin, is coming back to the BBC with a new actor and a new location. Richard Rankin, best known for his role in Outlander, will play the iconic Scottish sleuth, who has moved from Edinburgh to Glasgow in the latest adaptation. A fresh take on a classic character Rebus is one of the most successful and long-running crime fiction series in the UK, with over 20 novels and several short stories published since 1987. The books follow the investigations of John Rebus, a hard-boiled and often rebellious detective inspector,…
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Scottish XL bully owners face backlash for challenging new restrictions

Scottish XL bully owners face backlash for challenging new restrictions

What are the new restrictions? The Scottish government has recently imposed new restrictions on American XL bully-type dogs, which have been linked to a series of attacks across the UK. The new rules, which came into force on 31 July 2023, require owners of the breed to: Muzzle the animals and keep them on a lead in public Apply for an exemption certificate, which includes having them microchipped and neutered Abstain from breeding, exchanging or selling the dogs The new restrictions are similar to those introduced by the UK government in England and Wales last year, which created a “loophole”…
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Baby with rare lung condition defies odds and survives

Baby with rare lung condition defies odds and survives

A newborn baby girl who was born with a rare and life-threatening lung condition has amazed doctors and her parents by surviving and recovering. Khloe McInally, from Wishaw, Scotland, was diagnosed with Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) hours after her birth on March 7, 2023. This meant that her lungs were filled with fluid and she could not breathe on her own. She was transferred to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow, where she was put on life support and given a slim chance of survival. A miracle baby Khloe’s parents, Laura and Kevin, had been trying…
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Heartbroken family pay tribute to great-grandad killed in brutal attack

Heartbroken family pay tribute to great-grandad killed in brutal attack

The relatives of Brian Maley, who was stabbed and bludgeoned to death with a chisel in Glasgow, have spoken out about their loss and their quest for justice. Three convicted of savage murder Brian Maley, 66, was a much-loved great-grandfather who had a passion for gardening and fishing. He was also a victim of a horrific murder that took place in his own home in the city’s Springburn area on June 15, 2023. Three people - his nephew Thomas Maley, 55, Thomas’s son Jordan, 25, and Jordan’s girlfriend Gemma McNulty, 31 - were found guilty of killing him in a…
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Philippe Clement reveals his winning mentality as Rangers boss ahead of Benfica clash

Philippe Clement reveals his winning mentality as Rangers boss ahead of Benfica clash

Rangers manager Philippe Clement has opened up about his ambition to succeed in every competition, as his team prepares to face Benfica in the Europa League last 16. The Belgian coach said he never listens to suggestions that he should prioritise domestic trophies over European glory, and that he wants his players to be hungry for every occasion. Rangers top the Premiership and the Europa League group Rangers have been in superb form this season, both at home and abroad. They are currently 18 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership, with only nine games left to play.…
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GRAND JUNCTION RECEIVES $3 MILLION FROM ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL FOR NEW REC CENTER

GRAND JUNCTION RECEIVES $3 MILLION FROM ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL FOR NEW REC CENTER

The City of Grand Junction has received a historic donation of $3 million from St. Mary’s Hospital, the largest health care provider in Western Colorado, to help fund the construction of a new community recreation center at Matchett Park. The hospital will also open a physical therapy clinic at the center with an extra $1.5 million investment, providing convenient and accessible health services to the residents. A COMMUNITY PROJECT WITH A HEALTH PARTNER The donation from St. Mary’s Hospital is one of the biggest the hospital has ever made and the first of its kind for a recreation center. It…
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Scotland faces ‘deep crisis’ as fuel poverty targets are at risk

Scotland faces ‘deep crisis’ as fuel poverty targets are at risk

Scotland is facing a ‘deep crisis’ as the government’s targets to end fuel poverty by 2040 are at risk of being missed, according to campaigners and experts. The rising energy prices, the cost of living crisis, and the slow progress on green heating and home insulation are putting more pressure on households struggling to pay their bills. Fuel poverty affects almost a third of Scottish households Fuel poverty is defined as when a household spends more than 10% of its income on heating and electricity. Extreme fuel poverty is when this figure exceeds 20%. According to the latest Scottish House…
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Scotland’s new law on XL bully dogs: What you need to know

Scotland’s new law on XL bully dogs: What you need to know

The ban on breeding and selling XL bully dogs Scotland has introduced new legal safeguards on XL bully dogs, a type of large and muscular dog that has been linked to several serious and fatal attacks. The new rules came into effect on 23 February 2024 and ban the breeding and sale of these dogs. Anyone who owns an XL bully dog must ensure they are muzzled and on a lead at all times when in public, including in a car. It is also an offence to exchange, offer as a gift, advertise, abandon or allow an XL bully dog…
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Mohamed Diomande: The rising star of Rangers and Ivory Coast

Mohamed Diomande: The rising star of Rangers and Ivory Coast

Mohamed Diomande is a name that has been making headlines in the Scottish Premiership and beyond. The 22-year-old midfielder, who joined Rangers on loan from Danish club Nordsjaelland in January, has impressed with his performances and goals for the Ibrox side. He has also earned his first call-up to the Ivory Coast U23 squad, and is tipped to be a star for his country in the future. Diomande’s journey from Abidjan to Glasgow Diomande was born in Yopougon, a suburb of Abidjan, the largest city in Ivory Coast. He grew up playing football on the streets, and showed a natural…
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