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Sky Sports Halo: The Controversy Explained
What is Sky Sports Halo? Sky Sports have recently created a new “sister” channel called Sky Sports Halo. Which is supposed to be a space for women who love sports to come together. They created this account on various different platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. In the hopes it would attrac...
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Clansmen Dominate in Home Game Against Wolverines
University of Stirling – 61 Herriot-Watt University – 0 The Stirling Clansmen hosted the Herriot-Watt Wolverines in their first home game of the season. In a game that was riddled with penalties, the Clansmen emerged victorious, holding Herriot-Watt to zero points. Stirling came into this game w...
Stirling flu vaccine plea as Scotland 'on track for worst flu season in years'
NHS Forth Valley is encouraging everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated as soon as possible to protect themselves, their families and their friends against the illness.
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Stirling residents urged to make winter preparations as temperatures plunge
The warnings over getting prepared for the wintry weather comes as a yellow warning for snow and ice comes into place across Stirling this week.
Photo Essay: Backpacking in New York City
Brig’s Emma Christie reflects on her time backpacking in New York City through this photo essay. The post Photo Essay: Backpacking in New York City appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Butcher fined £1000 after explosion and fire at Strathaven shop
One man was in intensive care in hospital for two weeks and underwent surgery and skin grafts.
Spit hoods used every four hours by Scots cops due to fears over 'vile' attacks
"Spitting is vile. It is probably one of the most horrible assaults you can get."
What The Scottish Conservatives Have to Offer Young People, According To a Current MSP – Party Profiles
The Scottish Conservatives are going into the 2026 Holyrood election after spending 10 years as the party of opposition, with economic growth, education and opposition to independence as their key priorities. Brig sat down with conservative MSP Stephen Kerr to find out what the party have to offer...
Calls for Better Mental Health Support in Student Sport
The University of Stirling may be Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, but many student athletes say the pressure to balance performance with academic demands is a very fine line that sometimes feels impossible to balance. New data gathered by Brig reveals there is truth behind the worri...
Over 800 students claiming financial support at Stirling Uni
The financial strain of the cost of living crisis continues to shape the student experience at Stirling, with new figures confirming more than 800 awards were made from the University’s Discretionary and Assistance Funds this previous academic year. The funds are intended to help students cover es...
Binos struggles continue against Forfar
Stirling Albion put in their worst performance of the season so far on Saturday at the Forthbank, losing 4-0 to Forfar. The post Binos struggles continue against Forfar appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling Albion 0, Forfar Athletic 4: Loons pile on agony as questions grow over Binos boss
The home side crashed to second-bottom in the League Two table as their dismal league form continued with a poor showing against the Angus side.
Sport Minister launches new sports concussion programme in West Lothian
The programme will be trialled through Active Schools during the current school year, initially starting in West Lothian at Deans Community High School and Winchburgh Academy with the aim to roll it out over the coming years across the Active Schools network which includes all 32 local authority are...
A Night To Remember: Stirling Music Quest 2025
After a gruelling two months of searching, the Stirling Music Quest artist has come to an end. From the 27th of January to the 17th of February a tournament was held every Monday at theVenue to uncover the musical talents of local bands and artists, with the opportunity to win aprofessional recordin...
Land Reform Bill: Shifting Power to Communities
A historic move in Holyrood has gave a lot of hope within Scotland's communities as members of parliament voting to pass the Land Reform bill. The post Land Reform Bill: Shifting Power to Communities appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Snow maps predict a wall of white to blanket Scotland early next week
Scots better get their hats and scarfs ready as next week is set to turn into a winter wonderland.
New administration, leader agreed for Stirling Council
At a special meeting on Monday, Stirling Council agreed a new administration and appointed Cllr Susan McGill as Council Leader. The post New administration, leader agreed for Stirling Council appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
When it comes to politics, distance doesn’t make everything better
My Democratic Senator recently voted with the Republicans. I can't go and complain in person, since I'm across the Atlantic from Virginia. The post When it comes to politics, distance doesn’t make everything better appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling city centre cafe toasting success after green light for alcohol sales
The Granary Cafe in King Street was awarded their alcohol licence at the recent meeting of the council's licensing board
Early support rolls in for annual Observer festive toy appeal as demand grows
More charities and good causes are getting in touch seeking help in helping make Christmas magical for those struggling to do so.