Urgent warning to parents over kids’ ‘gateway’ habit to alcohol and drugs – and they’re probably already doing it

Urgent warning to parents over kids' 'gateway' habit to alcohol and drugs - and they're probably already doing it

A SCOTS addiction expert has issued an urgent warning over a “gateway” habit popular with kids which could lead to drink and drug abuse. Tony Marini, senior therapist at Castle Craig rehab centre, near West Linton, Peeblesshire, warned more Scottish young people are becoming hooked on gaming… Urgent warning to parents over kids’ ‘gateway’ habit … Read more

How a Scots charity is using the sun to save lives across the world

How a Scots charity is using the sun to save lives across the world

THE operating theatre is already tense and the surgery is at a crucial  point when the unthinkable happens — the power cuts out. The stress is ratcheted up to the max as the under-pressure medical team are plunged into total darkness. 10 Dr Kinyua Ndegwa watches the new solar… How a Scots charity is using the sun to save lives across the world …C0NTINUE READING >>>>

I was arrested for flashing at a sports game – now I’m a mum and jealous parents judge my outfits at the school gates

I was arrested for flashing at a sports game - now I'm a mum and jealous parents judge my outfits at the school gates

A SCOTS mum who found fame after flashing at a major sports event has told how other parents are jealous of her bikini body. Heather McCartney, 36, hit headlines after she stripped off at the 2014 AFL Grand Final and spent the night in a police cell. 2 Heather doesn’t want to conform to how others… … Read more

First Scots baby of 2025 born just THREE minutes into the New Year

First Scots baby of 2025 born just THREE minutes into the New Year

A BABY boy has become the first to be born in Scotland in 2025 – arriving just three minutes after the bells. Little Archie McGibbon was born at 12:03, weighing 9lbs 2oz, first footing mum and dad Amy, 30, and dad Nathan Parry, 34, from Glasgow . 4 Archie McGibbon was born at 12:03, pictured with… … Read more

I’m a money expert, here’s six things to do now to set up for financial success in 2025

I'm a money expert, here's six things to do now to set up for financial success in 2025

MANY people start the year in debt with credit cards maxed out over the festive season. But a money expert says taking control of your finances doesn’t have to be hard. 4 It’s easy to lose track of finances over the festive season 4 Tynah Matembe shares her tips In fact Tynah Matembe, who founded… … Read more

I snubbed cheap hotels for this luxury Edinburgh apartment – it didn’t disappoint

I snubbed cheap hotels for this luxury Edinburgh apartment - it didn't disappoint

SOMETIMES in life all you need is a bit of luxury. I’ve tried roughing it in a campsite or cheap stays in budget hotels. It’s not for me. 9 Our luxurious double bedroom at the RIGH ResidencesCredit: RIGH RESIDENCES 9 Situated on George Street, the pad was the perfect location for an Edinburgh… I snubbed … Read more

I went for a routine pregnancy scan & ended up giving birth to triplets on same day

I went for a routine pregnancy scan & ended up giving birth to triplets on same day

A MUM and dad were given an early Christmas surprise after a routine scan turned into the day their triplets were born. Fiona Zebik, from Larbert, Stirlingshire, was originally scheduled to give birth on January 9, but ended up delivering her children more than three weeks early on December 16. I went for a routine … Read more

Europe’s Strongest Man Luke Stoltman’s wife in tears as she makes emotional confession over hubby’s ‘affair’

Luke Stoltman's wife accuses strongman champion of tryst with fellow athlete in explosive post

‘LOVERAT’ Luke Stoltman and his estranged wife were planning another baby before his “affairs” came to light, it’s been revealed, as she blasted the Strongman’s “zero remorse”. We told last month how his spouse Kushi, 31, claimed the hulking champ, 40, had been having liaisons… Europe’s Strongest Man Luke Stoltman’s wife in tears as she … Read more

Our baby almost died after catching a ‘cold’ – the reality was our worst nightmare

Our baby almost died after catching a 'cold' - the reality was our worst nightmare

A SIX-MONTH-OLD baby girl was minutes from death after being struck down with a spinal swelling she contracted from a cold virus. Little Lara Martin was left “as helpless as a newborn” when she lost all movement and the ability to eat, drink or pass fluids. 3 Lara Martin with dad Peter Martin… Our baby … Read more

I’m obsessed with The Grinch – I watch it three times a day and my movie-inspired tree leaves visitors speechless

I'm obsessed with The Grinch - I watch it three times a day and my movie-inspired tree leaves visitors speechless

I’m obsessed with The Grinch – I watch it three times a day and my movie-inspired tree leaves visitors speechless …C0NTINUE READING HERE>>> A MUM whose favourite film is The Grinch Who Stole Christmas has designed her house around the flick for Christmas. Makeup artist and influencer Leteesha McSwain, 32, bought a 10 foot tree for around £350 and … Read more