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Three Kentucky high school seniors just earned scholarships from the Glasgow Rotary Club for their outstanding academics and community service. The awards will help fund their college dreams in fields from elementary education to pharmaceutical science.
A Scottish emergency room doctor is revolutionizing space medicine by teaching astronauts life-saving techniques for missions to the Moon and Mars. Dr. Christina Mackaill's work is preparing both space travelers and Earth-based doctors for humanity's next giant leap.
A Glasgow physiotherapist who flew to Canada in 1974 with $300 and no job became the only Brit to win an NBA championship ring—six times over. At 74, Alex McKechnie is still revolutionizing how athletes recover from career-ending injuries.
Marie McLaren stepped onto the stage at the Glasgow International Comedy Festival at age 88 and absolutely nailed her first stand-up comedy set. Her journey from factory worker to comedian proves it's never too late to chase a new dream.
After months of dialogue, Celtic Football Club welcomed back 200 suspended fans just in time for the season's final stretch. The Green Brigade supporters group returns Saturday after accepting safety conditions.
After months of dialogue, Celtic Football Club has welcomed back 200 suspended fans just in time for the final push of their season. The Green Brigade supporters group accepted new safety conditions, reuniting the stadium for crucial upcoming matches.
After 40 years of abandonment, Scotland's largest Victorian greenhouse is getting a second life as a "living ruin" events space. The beloved Glasgow landmark will soon host concerts, cafes, and cultural gatherings just like it did in the 1890s.
A former Barren County student is being celebrated for her academic success at Oklahoma State University. Mollie Webb earned scholarship support for her dedication to agricultural leadership studies.
Promise Aheto just made history as Ghana's first para swimmer to qualify for the Commonwealth Games. His journey from personal bests in Australia to representing his nation at Glasgow 2026 proves disability is no barrier to excellence.
Three speakers who've walked the path of recovery shared their stories at a community event designed to change how we see addiction and sobriety. Their message: the hardest part often comes after getting clean.
Three elite cyclists broke championship records at Brisbane's Anna Meares Velodrome, with South Australia's Leigh Hoffman posting the fastest flying 200m ever recorded on Australian soil. The performances signal a strong showing ahead of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow aren't just about medals. They're creating a massive business opportunity that could bring over £100 million in investment to Ghanaian companies ready to compete on the global stage.
Scotland's men's football team secured their first World Cup appearance since 1998 with a dramatic victory over Denmark that literally shook the ground beneath Glasgow's Hampden Park. After a nail-biting journey that saw them lose 3-2 to Greece yet somehow stay alive, the team delivered a magical night that fans will remember for generations.
Glasgow is transforming parks and schools into butterfly havens with 40 new wild spaces opening over the next two years. The £250,000 project aims to reverse declining butterfly and moth populations while connecting communities with nature.
Two of Scotland's most decorated Paralympic cyclists will represent their home country at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Neil Fachie is coming out of potential retirement for the chance to compete on home soil again.
Team GB's curling quartet faces Canada Saturday for Olympic gold, capping a nine-year journey from unknown friends to world dominators. The same four Scots who ate unnoticed in a Glasgow pub now have 3.4 million viewers cheering their every stone.
Four Scottish curlers who met in a Glasgow pub now have a nation watching as they compete for Britain's first Winter Olympic curling gold in over a century. Their secret? Total honesty, trust, and a promise they made to each other nine years ago.
A groundbreaking free tool now allows everyday people to check AI systems for bias and flaws before they make decisions about healthcare, jobs, and housing. The University of Glasgow created the first workbench that puts AI oversight in the hands of those most affected by its decisions.
Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons wants to compete in both discus and weightlifting at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, a combination never attempted before. The reigning Commonwealth champion is working to qualify in weightlifting while preparing to defend her discus title in Glasgow.
After losing badly in early rounds, Glasgow's Nico Carrillo stormed back to win the world Muay Thai championship in Bangkok. The 27-year-old finally achieved his lifelong dream just one year after a crushing title loss.
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