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The Best Pubs in Stirling to Watch the 2025 Six Nations
The Six Nations is one of the biggest rugby tournaments, and it is a very popular tradition for many rugby fans to go out with their friends or family and watch the games in pubs within the city centre or nearby. The post The Best Pubs in Stirling to Watch the 2025 Six Nations appeared first on Brig...
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Stirling Council has ‘No Plans’ to Award World Cup Bank Holiday
Stirling Council has confirmed it has no plans to observe the Scottish Government’s newly announced bank holiday marking Scotland’s return to the FIFA World Cup this summer. The one-off bank holiday, set for the day following Scotland’s opening match against Haiti, was introduced by the Scotti...
How social media affects student life more than you think
As we all know, frequently scrolling through social media on a daily basis has become an unavoidable trait amongst university students. However, many people are unaware of how detrimental these excessive habits can be, not only on overall student life and mental wellness, but also on the less focuse...
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Stirling mental health book club sessions prove popular ahead of second meeting
The book club sessions aim to improve mental health by allowing people to come together and connect.
My University Comfort Meals
I’m not particularly good at cooking. Ask anyone I know, they will confirm this very factual statement about me. However, since moving away from home, my survival instincts have kicked in and I have learned that cooking isn’t always something to run away from, or that I can’t do. While not bei...
Dad who lost son to suicide demands action from ministers to 'get a grip on young deaths'
Charity leader John Gibson lost his son to suicide and is calling on ministers to back life-saving school training.
Person hit by train as busy railway line closed amid probe
A person has been struck by a train between Perth and Gleneagles.
An Interview With Ben Lauder: Glasgow’s Favourite Groom
In a candid interview, Ben Lauder opens up about his new song, the difficult process of making a music video, and how starting fresh isn't always a bad thing. The post An Interview With Ben Lauder: Glasgow’s Favourite Groom appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Rising Glasgow Band Back up Live Hype With Explosive Second Single
Glasgow band heavyskint are quickly building a reputation on the city’s live circuit, and their second single suggests that the buzz surrounding them is more than just word of mouth. Formed in 2024, the five-piece have yet to play a show without selling it out, a rare feat for a group only two rel...
Stirling Taekwondo Athletes Take Home Hardware at World Championships
The University of Stirling’s Taekwondo Club took part in their second competition as a club, coming away with nine medals. The British University Taekwondo League (BUTL) World Championships took place in Leicester. It is one of the most prestigious student-based martial arts competitions. Stirling...
Stirling survivor makes ovarian cancer awareness push ahead of spotlight month
March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month - but one local survivor has called for greater understanding of the condition which affects 7,500 women in the UK every year.
“Cutting-edge research” Gives Stirling’s Olympic Swimmers a Boost in Competing
A partnership between the University of Stirling and Aquatics GB will see researchers work with some of the best swimmers in the UK to improve performance. The four-year study will use predictive analytics, machine learning, and applied sports science to deliver real-time insights by the poolside. A...
Unconventional: a ‘typical’ student
The word unconventional means, in a literally sense, “not based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed”, to some extent I think everyone is a bit unconventional in their own way, especially when growing up The post Unconventional: a ‘typical’ student appeared first on Brig Ne...
Football-mad Stirling brothers prepare for special match in memory of mum
The match later this month will raise money for Strathcarron Hospice after their care for mum Lynne who passed away from a brain tumour.
Spring Statement 2026: What it means for you and the future of Labour
The government has released their 2026 Spring Statement. But what does it mean for you and the future of the Labour Government? The post Spring Statement 2026: What it means for you and the future of Labour appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling Uni Shinty Club Marks Eating Disorder Awareness Week with Campus Events
The University of Stirling Shinty Club is marking Eating Disorder Awareness Week with a series of events aimed at opening up conversation around disordered eating and challenging stigma within university sport. What’s happening this week? The campaign, which includes a yoga session, a walk-and-tal...
Welcome to G-Town: Brig Newspaper Interviews the Directors Ben & Nathan McQuaid
Welcome to G-Town debuted at Glasgow Film Festival over the weekend. Brig sat down with the directors of the film to discuss all things G-Town. The post Welcome to G-Town: Brig Newspaper Interviews the Directors Ben & Nathan McQuaid appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Glasgow Film Festival ‘Everybody to Kenmure Street’ Review: The Street That Said No ★★★★★
Review of Everybody to Kenmure Street. The latest documentary by Felipe Bustos Sierra The post Glasgow Film Festival ‘Everybody to Kenmure Street’ Review: The Street That Said No ★★★★★ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
How to Save the Left From Electoral Oblivion By Using International Examples
As you are reading this article, we are in the middle of witnessing a crisis at play regarding the centre-left political party that is currently serving in government. The Labour Party were comfortably elected on a grand and bold promise to bring about hope and change to a country that was sick and ...
The Outlander filming locations in Scotland you can stay in for spring holiday
With spring here, now is the perfect time for a staycation.