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January 2025 in Politics: Russia
Russia started 2025 off with a loss in gas imports and advancements in the Ukraine-Russian war. This month also marked the beginning of Trump’s second term as President of the United States and the subsequent future Trump-Putin relations. The post January 2025 in Politics: Russia appeared firs...
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January 2025 in Politics: Australia
Australian politics in January included a Melbournian's alleged murder by Russians in Ukraine, the Australian PM's praise for a Gaza ceasefire, and investigations into foreign-funded antisemitism in Australia. The post January 2025 in Politics: Australia appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
January 2025 in Politics: The UK
The government clashed with Elon Musk over the grooming gangs scandal, Nigel Farage and Elon Musk fell out, Treasury Minister Tulip Siddiq resigned over allegations of misconduct, and Donald Trump praised Keir Starmer. The post January 2025 in Politics: The UK appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
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Daughter of heroic teacher murdered in Dunblane Tragedy urges King Charles to award George Cross
The daughter of Gwen Mayor is to write to the King to ask him to posthoumously award her the George Cross, the UK's highest civilian gallantry award.
Inside the Pole Fitness Give it a Go
I attended the pole Give it a Go and learned more than I thought I could. Which I think is the essence of pole. The post Inside the Pole Fitness Give it a Go appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Gartmore composer latest to support campaign against music tuition cuts
The £250,000 worth of cuts to the service have been floated by a £13million funding gap for this year's budget.
Scottish Conservatives Accuse SNP of “Breathtaking Hypocrisy” Over Rising Civil Service Wage Bill
The Scottish Conservatives accuse the SNP of hypocrisy over rising civil service costs, highlighting a £42 million wage bill increase and growing high-paid positions amidst austerity measures. The post Scottish Conservatives Accuse SNP of “Breathtaking Hypocrisy” Over Rising Civil Service Wage ...
Stirling residents urged to be wary of 'rogue traders' in aftermath of Storm Eowyn
Stirling Council has urged residents and businesses to be careful of rogue traders attempting to cash in on the aftermath of Storm Eowyn.
“Our Residents Make All of It Worthwhile”: A Conversation with The Chair of Bridge of Allan Community Council.
Amanda Coulthard has worked in public service for her entire life so it is no surprise that she has ended up chairing Bridge of Allan’s Community Council, Brig sat down with her in November to talk all about the role. The post “Our Residents Make All of It Worthwhile”: A Conversation with The ...
Students Influence Library’s New Food and Drink Guidelines
The university revised its food and drink policy, allowing drinks and snacks in most library areas, balancing student needs with study environment. The post Students Influence Library’s New Food and Drink Guidelines appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Scots Labour MPs call for public money to turn Grangemouth into green plane fuel hub
Euan Stainbank, Kirsteen Sullivan, Brian Leishman and Chris Kane have signed a letter demanding a meeting with the National Wealth Fund to convert the refinery for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production.
Jaffa Cakes and Woggles return!
Award-wining theatre makers Gigglemug have revealed details of their returning shows for summer 2025. The post Jaffa Cakes and Woggles return! appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Presence review: A haunting new horror film ★★★☆☆
Presence doesn’t reinvent the “haunted house” sub-genre of horror films, but through unique direction and relatable familial issues the film stands out as something special. The post Presence review: A haunting new horror film ★★★☆☆ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Four arrested after police raids uncover £1.6m cannabis haul in Scots towns
More than a million pounds worth of drugs were seized by police on Tuesday.
Final Stirling school badly damaged in Storm Eowyn to re-open to pupils
Stirling Council has confirmed that pupils will return to the classroom at Borestone Primary after the campus was badly damaged by Storm Eowyn.
Political Philosophical Perspectives: The Relevance of Kant’s Perpetual Peace
The ongoing Ukraine-Russia war and the recent Gaza ceasefire have made one thing clear: issues of war and peace are just as relevant today as they were in the seventeen-nineties. The post Political Philosophical Perspectives: The Relevance of Kant’s Perpetual Peace appeared first on Brig Newspap...
Exploring the Politics of Trade Protectionism
Tariffs have become a major topic of international economic discussion and a policy priority of Trump’s administration. The post Exploring the Politics of Trade Protectionism appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Police Scotland seize more than £1.6million worth of drugs in two separate busts
Drugs were seized in Stirling and the Highlands as four men were arrested in connection.
Walker suffers injuries in horror 200-metre fall on Scots mountainside
The walker fell on Ben More, near Crainlarich, on Sunday afternoon.
Concerns over future of Stirling high street retailer Quiz as firm on brink of administration
Jobs at Stirling's Quiz clothing store, located in the Thistle Centre, could be at risk as the Glasgow-based firm looks to be on the brink of administration.