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Summerwater Review: Channel 4’s latest Scottish Thriller Series
On Sunday November 16, Channel 4 released their 6-part series following a group of people staying at a holiday cabin resort in the Scottish countryside. But, something about Summerwater isn't quite right and the characters have no choice but to face their deepest secrets. The post Summerwater Revie...
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Life Of An International Student, Vol. 1: Long Distance Relationships
Turns out restarting your life–or in this case studying abroad–means recreating everything — relationships, hobbies, routines, and boundaries. Being an international student often means building a brand-new life while also trying to maintain the one you left behind. Welcome to the life of an I...
Stirling Albion 1, Elgin City 1: Binos pegged back after improved display
The Moray club had come into the weekend match as League Two's in-form side - but Stirling Albion rebounded from a poor display to claim a deserved share of the spoils.
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Transgender Athletes Could Face Blanket Ban Competing in Womens Olympics
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) are progressing towards a blanket ban of transgender women competing in Women’s sports. This change in attitude comes from a presentation to the IOC arguing the physical advantage transgender women have when competing alongside women in sports. With a move...
Ash Takes Glasgow: An Out Of This World Gig!
Featured Image Credit – Maisie Nisbet Much to fans pleasure, the legendary Ash kicked off their UK and Ireland tour on Thursday November 20 with an almost sold-out concert showcasing their much-loved hits across all 9 albums. Performing in the popular Glasgow venue SWG3, the energy and vibes were ...
Union seeks student geniuses to try out for TV quiz show
The Students’ Union is on the look out for clever Stirling students to partake in next year’s series of BBC quiz show, University Challenge. Bright sparks are invited to a try out session on Wednesday November 26 night. It will be hosted by Union President Justine and VP Communities Ellie at 5.3...
Point against Elgin moves Binos in the right direction
Stirling showed signs of improvement as they drew 1-1 against Elgin on Saturday but were wasteful in the final third and could’ve taken all three points. The Binos made three changes from last week’s 4-0 trouncing to Forfar; captain McGeachie dropped to the bench as did Knox and Shanley. Cannon,...
Hemingway’s Dance with Death
Hemingway's "Death in the Afternoon" explores bullfighting as a test of courage and truth, revealing his belief in facing mortality with grace, precision, and honesty. The post Hemingway’s Dance with Death appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
English Teacher return to Glasgow
Wednesday saw the return of 2024 Mercury Award winners ‘English Teacher’ to Glasgow’s Barrowlands. They returned to Glasgow having supported Franz Ferdinand at SWG3 over Summer. The indie rock band formed while studying at the Leeds Conservatoire in 2020 and their debut album, This Could Be Te...
Best winter walks in Scotland 'to combat SAD' and lift your mood
"Spending time outdoors at this time of year can lift your mood"
High-performance sports car flips onto roof in horror crash in Fife
The incident involving a yellow Vauxhall VX220 - which can retail today at prices between £10,000 and £20,000 - happened near the Kincardine Bridge.
Young carers among those set to benefit from Observer festive toy appeal
Stirling Young Carers are one of the groups who are included in the list of good causes who benefit from the Give A Gift appeal - giving those who offer up their time all year round the chance to open a gift on Christmas.
In-form Elgin test awaits for slumping Stirling Albion as Binos boss feels heat
The Black and Whites arrive at Forthbank for the first of back-to-back meetings between the sides over the next fortnight flying high as League Two's form side.
Adorable Labrador puppy settles into new Bridge of Allan home as part of appeal
Eccles, a 12-week-old labrador cross golden retriever, is now learning the ropes with her volunteer puppy raisers Sandra McDerment and Judith Midgley.
Olympic legend named as first Scotland swimmer for home Commonwealths
The Stirling University swimmer earned his first global medal at the 2014 Glasgow Games - and he'll return to the same pool 12 years later as Scotland's most decorated Olympian.
Fundraiser launched for tragic Stirling footballer after sudden passing
Lauchlan Thomson died from a "short illness" earlier this month - with the local football community among those offering their condolences as messages of condolence flood in.
Stirling driver told prison "inevitable" after crash which killed three
The incident took place on a rural road near the village of Dunmore in July last year - with evidence presented in court revealing she drove at more than 85mph in the lead-up to the crash.
Husband takes on three-week Oz bike trip for poignant hospice fundraiser
George Talbot will ride from Sydney to Perth in the blistering heat Down Under to raise money for Strathcarron Hospice and in memory of wife Gaynor Biddle, who worked at Dunblane Hydro and Airth Castle.
Gary “Mani” Mounfield of Stone Roses and Primal Scream has died aged 63
Gary "Mani" Mounfield, the iconic bassist of The Stone Roses, died at 63 on November 20. He leaves a lasting musical legacy. The post Gary “Mani” Mounfield of Stone Roses and Primal Scream has died aged 63 appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
The first Prime Minister was from Stirling – Worth Remembering
Stirling's longest serving MP was also the first official Prime Minister of the UK. Yet few remember his name. The post The first Prime Minister was from Stirling – Worth Remembering appeared first on Brig Newspaper....