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When a wealthy distiller blocked Glasgow's beloved riverside path with 12-foot walls, locals fought back with explosives, lawsuits, and a boycott that changed land rights forever. Archaeologists just uncovered his infamous barrier.
Two British cities tried different ways to organize their buses, and 40 years later, the results show what works best as cities switch to electric fleets. The lesson could help transit systems worldwide avoid costly mistakes.
India brought home 39 medals from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking one of the country's best performances ever at the event. Boxers led the charge with a record-breaking 10 medals, while athletes showed grit across 10 different sports.
Welsh cyclist Emma Finucane became the first woman from Wales in 39 years to win two gold medals at a single Commonwealth Games, while teammate Anna Morris added a stunning pursuit victory. The small nation has collected six medals in just two days at the Glasgow velodrome.
Singapore's swimming team delivered their strongest Commonwealth Games performance yet, shattering national records and collecting multiple medals at the same Glasgow pool where Joseph Schooling made history in 2014. The breakthrough showing signals a bright new era for the island nation's aquatic athletes.
Two Scottish athletes claimed gold and bronze medals in front of a roaring home crowd at Glasgow's Commonwealth Games, stepping up when their nation's star runner had to withdraw from competition.
When Victoria pulled out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow stepped up with just months to prepare. The Scottish city delivered a quirky opening ceremony that proved big celebrations don't always need bigger budgets.
Scotland's most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete delivered a roaring start to Glasgow 2026, winning gold in the 200m individual medley in front of a thunderous home crowd. Training partner Tom Dean from England took bronze as Scott set a new Games record.
A 21-year-old swimmer is making his major championship debut at Glasgow's Commonwealth Games this Saturday, competing in three freestyle events for his father's homeland. Twelve years after watching as a child in the stands, he's now in the pool.
England's Mark Swan lifted 222kg to win Commonwealth Games' opening gold medal by the smallest possible margin. The 25-year-old didn't even realize he'd won until his coach told him backstage.
Nigeria's para powerlifters dominated the opening day of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, claiming three gold and three silver medals to put the country in second place overall. The athletes set multiple world and Commonwealth records while showing why Nigeria remains a powerlifting powerhouse.
King Charles and Queen Camilla made a spectacular entrance by stepping out of Doctor Who's iconic Tardis at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. The two-hour show celebrated Glasgow hosting 74 nations for 11 days of sport and unity.