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Trump’s In: What Does This Mean For LGBTQ+ Communities?
It’s official: Trump has won the 2024 presidential election. Here’s Brig’s rundown on Trump’s plans for the future of LGBTQ+ people in America The post Trump’s In: What Does This Mean For LGBTQ+ Communities? appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
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Firefighters tackle blaze after building materials near farm caught on fire
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service attended the fire on land near to Stirling Road on the usually busy Guy Fawkes Night.
Stirling Albion boss Alan Maybury insists his side are heading in right direction after East Fife draw
It was an afternoon of mixed emotions for Stirling Albion on Saturday – but manager Alan Maybury believes the disappointment over the weekend’s 1-1 draw at East Fife is a sign of his side’s progress.
Olympian Duncan Scott stuns French superstar Leon Marchand to claim World Cup 200m title
Duncan Scott made an almighty splash as he stunned Olympic superstar Leon Marchand to claim gold in the men’s 200m freestyle on the final day of the short course World Cup event in Singapore at the weekend.
Son of 'hero' NHS doctor who died from cancer raises vital funds in dad's memory to help patients
Louie Beausang is hoping to raise as much money as possible in his father’s name to help others battling leukaemia.
Moo Deng Rival: Edinburgh Zoo Welcomes Newborn Pygmy Hippo ‘Haggis’
Last week, Edinburgh Zoo welcomed newborn Pygmy Hippo 'Haggis', rivalling internet sensation Moo Deng. The post Moo Deng Rival: Edinburgh Zoo Welcomes Newborn Pygmy Hippo ‘Haggis’ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Retired policeman to cycle from Stirling to Morocco to raise cash for respite home for sick kids
Retired Detective Inspector Johnny Dreczkowski is preparing to cycle from iconic Stirling Castle all the way to Marrakesh, Morocco, in a bid to raise vital funds towards a Stirling respite home for children with life-limiting illnesses.
Project 2025 will make life harder for Americans
The Republican party's Project 2025 plan will make life harder for all Americans The post Project 2025 will make life harder for Americans appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Police launch probe after dismembered golden eagle was dumped in bag on Scots forestry track
Police in Stirling are appealing for information after a large Golden Eagle was found dismembered inside of a bag on a forestry track near Port of Menteith, Stirling.
M9 motorway to close near Stirling for three nights of improvement works
Two separate sections of the M9 motorway through Stirling will each close for three nights to allow BEAR Scotland to carry out essential road resurfacing works.
Album Review: “Chromakopia” by Tyler, The Creator ★★★★☆
Chromakopia is the 7th studio album from Tyler, The Creator, dropping with a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it rollout typical of the rapper. The post Album Review: “Chromakopia” by Tyler, The Creator ★★★★☆ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
October 2024 in Politics: The UK
A bill to legalise assisted dying entered the Commons, former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond passed away, a deal to relinquish the Chagos Islands to Mauritius was struck, and Commonwealth leaders met in Samoa. The post October 2024 in Politics: The UK appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
The Cure “Songs Of A Lost World” review: An unparalleled return to form ★★★★★
The Cure are back and it feels like they've never left. Songs Of A Lost World (SOALW) is a return to the bands goth roots, heavily elevated by layered production and a mesmerizing sound that's eerily familiar but fundamentally new. The post The Cure “Songs Of A Lost World” review: An unparallele...
Silent Men ★★★★★- Central Scotland Documentary Festival
BAFTA Award winner Duncan Cowles explores men's problems with their emotions and how he struggles with vulnerability too in this CSDF documentary. The post Silent Men ★★★★★- Central Scotland Documentary Festival appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Striking With Pride ★★★★★- Central Scotland Documentary Festival
Striking With Pride is a masterpiece of documentary filmmaking, telling a 40-year-old story that remains relevant today as workers fight for their rights and violence against queer people soars. The post Striking With Pride ★★★★★- Central Scotland Documentary Festival appeared first on Bri...
From friendship to garbage: October in the USA
How a friendly debate descended into bitter exchanges about garbage. Tracking Politics in America through October 2024. The post From friendship to garbage: October in the USA appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Police issue CCTV images of two men they want to trace in connection with city centre assault
Detectives in Stirling have released CCTV images of two men that they are looking to trace and speak to in connection with an assault in the city's Baker Street in July 2024.
Princess Anne meets team and Stirling area supporters during latest visit to Scots hospice
In Strathcarron’s 43-year history HRH The Princess Royal has visited 37 times since its first birthday in 1982.
Two men sought as police launch enquiries into Stirling assault
TWO men are being sought to help with enquiries into an assault which happened in Stirling last week.
Details revealed for Stirling's Remembrance Sunday service
Stirling will pay tribute to its fallen war heroes with the traditional Remembrance Sunday service and procession in the city centre on Sunday, November 10.