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What is today's Framed? July 3 movie hints and answer
If you're not a fan of the hit games Wordle or Heardle then maybe try the movie spin-off Framed. Described as a game for 'cinephiles and casual movie watchers alike' it is inspired by the worldwide popular guessing games. The game sees a
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What is today’s Wordle? July 3 hints
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5 letter word in only six attempts. The game
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What is today's Heardle? July 3 song hints and answer
If you're a big Wordle fan, you're going to love the musical brain teaser Heardle. If you're anything like us, you've been agonising over the New York Times' mind-bender for months now. Described as "a respectful homage to Wordle", Heardle
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What is today's Quordle? July 3 word puzzle hints and answer
Don't admit defeat with today's Quordle brainteaser, let us give you a helping hand. Whether you've aced the music spin-off Heardle and you've got the Film version Framed beat, it might be time to raise the stakes. Described by some as 'Wordle
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Gordon concedes it'll be tough to top last season after stunning Hearts form
CRAIG GORDON concedes replicating last season’s heroics in goal for Hearts will be a challenge after admitting it was one his most enjoyable campaigns. The Scotland international exhibited sensational form as he played a starring role in helping
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Livingston boss Martindale explains 'horror' living nightmare Champions League final experience
IT was supposed to be a fantasy football finish to a long and draining season. But David Martindale admits his trip to the Champions League final turned into a living nightmare. The Livingston manager was looking forward to bringing the curtain
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Coco Gauff’s Wimbledon challenge ended by Amanda Anisimova in all-American clash
Coco Gauff failed to make the fourth round for the first time at Wimbledon after she went down to fellow American Amanda Anisimova on Centre Court. French Open runner-up Gauff rose to prominence by making the last 16 at the All England Club in
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Wellbeing: Dr Ranj Singh on burnout, saying 'no' and living with long Covid
The TV medic opens up about struggling with work pressures, brain fog and why having a night-time routine is so important. By Lauren Taylor. Paediatric consultant Dr Ranj Singh is usually the one handing out health advice on TV, but health professionals
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Liam Broady’s Wimbledon run comes to an end against impressive Alex De Minaur
Liam Broady’s best run at Wimbledon ended with a straight sets defeat in the third round following a classy display by Alex De Minaur. The British number five had achieved a career-best win in round two over Diego Schwartzman to make the last 32
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Health: Five sleep mistakes to avoid during the summer
Warmer weather is always welcome - with many of us taking to parks and beaches to get our vitamin D hit - but it could also potentially wreak havoc on our sleep. Worried about getting a good night's kip? These are the sleep mistakes to avoid...
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Teenager hospitalised after being struck by car in Glasgow
A TEENAGER has been hospitalised after he was struck by a car in the south of Glasgow. Emergency services were called to Clarkston Road at around 4.30pm yesterday afternoon following reports of a crash involving a car and a pedestrian. A 17
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Prince Andrew issued arrest warning after Ghislaine Maxwell jailed
Prince Andrew has been warned he could be arrested if he returns to the US after Ghislaine Maxwell was jailed this week. Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison and slapped with a $750,000 (£615,000) fine for sex trafficking on Tuesday.
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One match too far for ’emotionally drained’ Katie Boulter at Wimbledon
A drained Katie Boulter admitted she ran out of steam as her fine Wimbledon run ended in disappointing fashion with a one-sided defeat by Harmony Tan in the third round. Boulter produced the best result of her career by upsetting last year’s runner-up
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Foreign Office condemns exploitation as Britons charged with being mercenaries by Russia
The Foreign Office has condemned the exploitation of prisoners of war and civilians for political purposes, after two British men were captured by Russian forces and charged with being mercenaries in Ukraine. Cambridgeshire aid worker Dylan Healy
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James Tarkowski completes free transfer switch to Everton
Everton have made their first signing of the summer with former Burnley defender James Tarkowski joining on a free transfer. The 29-year-old’s arrival had been anticipated after his contract at Turf Moor expired on Thursday, and he has now signed
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England beaten by 14-man Australia in opening Test
England collapsed to a fourth successive defeat as their magic touch against Australia finally deserted them in a 30-28 loss in the series opener at Optus Stadium. The Wallabies had second row Darcy Swain sent off for a headbutt in the 34th minute
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Food: How to feed your family healthily for less
With the cost of living crisis causing many of us to tighten our purse strings, a dietitian suggests how to eat healthily on a budget. By Lisa Salmon. Obesity levels among children are soaring, and more of them are getting diagnosed with type 2
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Max Verstappen and Red Bull dominate final practice at British Grand Prix
Max Verstappen finished ahead of Sergio Perez as Red Bull dominated final practice for the British Grand Prix. The world champion ended the concluding action before qualifying at Silverstone four tenths ahead of Perez. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc
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Thousands take to Glasgow streets to march in Boyne Parade
THOUSANDS have taken to the streets of Glasgow today to take part in an Orange Walk. The annual Boyne celebration is the busiest day in the Protestant marching calendar and marks the anniversary of the 1690 Battle of the Boyne. Police accompanied
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Agenda: Social mobility must be given greater priority in the workplace
By Dave Caskie INCREASING social mobility must be at the heart of our economic recovery. Unlocking all potential is vital for Scotland to become the desired "enterprising nation" and for businesses to reap the benefits of a diverse and therefore
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Rangers hero Andy Goram dies after cancer battle
Football legend Andy Goram has died at the age of 58 after battling cancer, his former club confirmed. The former Rangers and Scotland goalkeeper revealed in May this year that he decided to reject chemotherapy after being told it would only give
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Katie Boulter blown away by Serena Williams-conqueror Harmony Tan at Wimbledon
Katie Boulter’s fine Wimbledon run ended in disappointing fashion with a one-sided defeat by Harmony Tan in the third round. Boulter produced the best result of her career by upsetting last year’s runner-up Karolina Pliskova on Thursday but was
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Ireland hammered by ruthless New Zealand in Auckland
Ireland capitulated following a strong start and lost captain Johnny Sexton to injury as clinical New Zealand recorded an emphatic 42-19 first-Test victory in Auckland. Keith Earls scored his 35th international try inside six minutes as Andy Farrell
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Dean Henderson completes season-long loan switch to Nottingham Forest
Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson has completed his season-long loan switch to Nottingham Forest. Having made headway in his battle with David De Gea to become number one at Old Trafford during the 2020-21 season, the 25-year-old played
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Covid cases in your neighbourhood as one in 18 Scots positive for virus
Scotland has continued to have the highest Covid infection rates in the UK as new variants of Omicron drive a new spike in cases. An estimated one in 18 people in Scotland had the virus in the week ending June 24, figures from the Office of National
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Gallery round up: The best art shows and exhibitions in Scotland this week
Up to Snuff 2-17 July. Entry free. Gilbert Scott building, University of Glasgow, G12 8QQ. This display looks at three objects related to the use of snuff in The Hunterian collection. The bottles come from Senegal, China, and a box from Scotland
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Clowes Developments complete takeover of Derby
Derby’s future has been secured after Clowes Developments completed their takeover at Pride Park, the club’s joint administrators have announced. Quantuma have confirmed the deal has been finalised for an undisclosed fee and the Rams have finally
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Venus Williams teamed with Jamie Murray after she ‘saw grass and got excited’
Venus Williams admitted her shock Wimbledon comeback was inspired by sister Serena and after a successful return on grass has now set her sights on another grand-slam title. The 42-year-old partnered with Jamie Murray on Friday night to down Alicja
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Captain Tom's Week: Charity commission probe is a right to-do
As imagined by Brian Beacom THANK you for taking the time to interview me young man, and I appreciate this is perhaps the first time you’ve spoken to someone who’s an entirely ethereal creature. Although I did read that you interviewed Lorraine
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Drew Allan: My word: The new lexicon of indy
WE need to talk about independence. More specifically, we need to talk about how we talk about independence. As you will know, unless you have been in Outer Mongolia, or have shut yourself off in a cold, dark room – for which position some may
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Sir Paul’s Glasto performance: how to live and not let die, by Robert McNeil
THE world has been agog. Yes, agog. It is not too strong a word. It has been agog at Paul McCartney, aged 80, strutting his funky stuff on stage at Glastonbury. I confess I did not see all the performance, switching off after just one and a half
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Cameron Norrie welcomes new chant as he eases into Wimbledon fourth round
Cameron Norrie was spurred on by an enthusiastic home crowd as he followed Heather Watson by breaking new ground and reaching the fourth round of Wimbledon. This was the sixth time in the last nine grand slams that the British number one had made
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How one of Europe's greatest cities descended into barbarism
Berlin: Life and Loss in the City That Shaped the Century Sinclair McKay Viking, £20 Review by Rosemary Goring ALL cities are inchoate, none more so than Berlin. Hitler, who fancied himself an architect, wanted to reconstruct it, taking
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Highly-pathogenic bird flu confirmed on Scottish nature reserve
Highly-pathogenic avian flu has been officially confirmed among seabird species on another island nature reserve prompting growing concerns among conservationists. The Isle of May and Noss National Nature Reserves have closed to public landings
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Blue Nile legend is back with a new album
LOOKING back at The Blue Nile’s recorded career – 33 songs on four exquisite albums, released between 1983 and 2004 – it’s notable that their piano and keyboards linchpin, Paul Joseph (PJ) Moore, never had what he terms a writer’s role. But over
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Camley’s Cartoon: Sturgeon’s Indyref2 plan
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Nicola Sturgeon’s Indyref2 plan on Saturday, July 2, 2022. Framed prints of Steven Camley's cartoons are available by calling 0141 302 6210. Unframed cartoons can be purchased by visiting our website thepicturedesk.co.uk
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John Byrne brings 1960s Scotland to life with Gerry Rafferty play
THE buzz surrounding the arrival of John Byrne’s new play is almost as vibrant as the album covers the Scots polymath designed for pop star Gerry Rafferty. The Tron Theatre’s artistic director Andy Arnold admits: “I can’t remember in all my years
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Dance for all and a paranoid android: what's hot this week
Dance Gathered Together 22, Tramway, Glasgow, July 6-9 After a two year enforced break, inclusive dance organisation Independ-dance returns to Glasgow with its four day mini-festival featuring a range of performances, workshops and film screenings
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Pensioner, 84, forced to wait 'appalling' 15 hours for treatment
A frail pensioner who was taken to hospital with 'dangerously' high blood pressure was left waiting 15 hours to see a medic. Iris Arnott, 84, was sent to Paisley’s Royal Alexandra at 6.30pm on Thursday after her health suddenly deteriorated leaving
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PM suspended MP facing groping claim after hearing 'disturbing account' of incident
Boris Johnson suspended the Tory whip from an MP accused of drunkenly groping two men after hearing "disturbing" allegations from one of the witnesses to the incident, according to reports. The Prime Minister faced immense pressure to remove the
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3000 Scots students to travel abroad due to UK scheme replacing Erasmus+
More than 3000 Scottish students will work or study overseas as the UK Government scheme replacing a popular European Union exchange initiative enters its second year. Westminster ministers established the Turing Scheme to replace the Erasmus+
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Growing debt crisis as cost-of-living increases hit households
A growing debt crisis is arising as sharp rises in energy and food bills are causing a significant fall in real incomes for Scottish households, a new report has warned. The publication, from Holyrood’s Social Justice and Social Security Committee
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Dave Allan: Blame the weather – it's what us gardeners do!
WRITERS dice with death if we discuss the weather, especially a week before publication. But here goes. Nearly all of Scotland is short of water, with the east, and especially south east, pretty dry. Even the centre of the country, spreading at least
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Understanding the blunt, complex and contradictory character of Michael Cheika
TO get to the nub of what makes Michael Cheika tick you need to understand a little about what came before him. The year is 1950 and Joe Cheika – Michael's father – has decided to emigrate to Australia where the government is looking for workers. A
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David Leask: Why the world’s despots will cheer if Tories block indyref2
THIS is a column at about a place you probably do not care about. Hey, you may never even have heard of Karakalpakstan. I don’t blame you if you have not: the Central Asian republic, after all, rarely makes the news. Sure, once in a while there
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Alison Rowat's TV review: The Undeclared War; Citizen Ashe; The Great British Sewing Bee; Ukraine: Life Under Attack
SINCE we have a mo, let’s have a quick good news/bad news session. Good news: Boris Johnson has been ousted from office. Bad news: an even bigger eejit has replaced him. It was a case of be careful what you wish for in the cyber attack thriller
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Herald Diary: Escaped goats, Andy Murray and Partick Thistle
Anyone for tennis? WIMBLEDON is back! Which means the poor Wombles who usually frequent a certain suburb of London have been flown out to Rwanda against their will, to make way for a bunch of ladies and gents showing off their pristine white laundry
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Brian Taylor: Indyref2 – is it now a question of when rather than if?
IN private, mischievous moments, I would occasionally refer to him as the “Grand Canyon”, a limp play upon his name. Canon Kenyon Wright, that is; he who chaired the Executive Committee of the cross-party Constitutional Convention which paved the
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'For proper Scottish seafood, this is still the place to go.' Ron Mackenna's restaurant review
The Wee Hurrie Troon WHAT the actual Sam Hill is going on here, I’m wondering as I queue on the pier at Troon, wind blowing, sun shining, three realistic-looking seals (clearly sponsored by the Ayrshire Tourist Board) watching us humans from
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There's more to Portugal than port – Drink with Gerard Richardson
WITH more and more of us travelling to Portugal on holiday, I thought we should take a look at some of the vine-related delights that await us there. For most people, Portugal is about one thing only: port. The non-fortified wine sampled on our journeys
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Issue of the day: Halifax embroiled in pronouns row
HALIFAX has found itself embroiled in a row over badges, telling customers they can close their accounts if they disagree with staff wearing pronouns on their lapels. What’s happening? The Halifax Twitter account posted a photograph of
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Unspun: the political diary
Ear Ear SCOTTISH Labour spindoctor Oliver Milne was a tabloid hack in a previous life, and old habits die hard. After briefing the press corridor at Holyrood about Nicola Sturgeon’s Indyref2 plans on Tuesday, he spotted the FM’s spinner arriving
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TV preview: My Life as a Rolling Stone; Ben Fogle's New Lives in the Country; The Baby
and the experience is not sugar-coated. After months of 16-hour days, punctuated by on-off lockdowns, the strain begins to show, not least on Toni who has to learn, from scratch, how to run a professional kitchen. When Fogle returns a year later what
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Strawberries, by Edwin Morgan. Poem of the week
Strawberries are the food of love in this tender poem of passion set in Glasgow’s West End on a sultry summer’s day. It is one of the most popular compositions by Edwin Morgan (1920-2010), Scotland’s first official national poet and an inspiring lecturer
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Kevin McKenna: Yes voters like me have a big SNP problem in the next referendum
IN the myriad of responses following Nicola Sturgeon’s referendum proclamation three themes have emerged. They characterise the major fault-lines in Scottish politics. The immediate aftermath of the First Minister’s declaration had a binary aspect
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Fashion fit for a Queen as Jubilee outfits go on show in Edinburgh
It was a weekend of celebration across the country, said to have reduced the usually poised and stoic Queen to tears as she noted the flag-waving crowd of thousands outside Buckingham Palace ahead of her final balcony appearance. Now the outfits
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New funding sources take centre stage in future Edinburgh festivals blueprint
New sources of funding will need to be found to ensure Edinburgh holds onto its ‘world-leading’ festival city crown, according to a new blueprint. The 2030 vision warns investment is needed for infrastructure, venues and support for workers to
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Plan to reawaken former hospital site takes major step forward
By Ian McConnell PLANS to build more than 900 homes on the site of a former psychiatric hospital in West Lothian, which includes 15 listed buildings with some dating back to the early 1900s, have taken another step forward. Glasgow-based developer
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Scotland's property tax system ‘penalises’ high street
A LEADING academic on retail studies has hammered home the need to radically reform Scotland’s business rates system, branding it a “historical anachronism”. Leigh Sparks, professor of retail studies at the University of Stirling, told The Herald
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David Clark: Why the macroeconomic picture seems certain to get worse before it gets better
By David Clark For any firm of investment managers like Saracen the big topic of the month (leaving aside the tragedy unfolding in the Ukraine) is inflation. It dominates headlines and its invidious power affects all aspects of everyday life.
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Letters: The unionist parties must do their bit to break the deadlock
IT has been clear for some time that a political impasse has been reached on the question of a second independence referendum. It is also clear that this is not particularly healthy for our politics. Whether one is a supporter of independence, a supporter
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Brian Donnelly: Nicola Sturgeon opens case for Indyref2 amid 'abundance of resources'
SCOTTISH business was described as taking a stoic position on Indyref2 when plans were first formally announced. This was five years ago when companies were waiting to find out how Brexit might look. It was also pre Boris Johnson as Prime Minister
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Graverobbing, serial killing - and Da Vinci: Anatomy exhibition puts Burke and Hare's infamous crimes in context
WHEN the notorious serial killer William Burke was hanged in Edinburgh’s Lawnmarket on January 28, 1829, the spectacle attracted around 20-30,000 onlookers. Since his conviction weeks before, on Christmas Day 1828, for fatally suffocating Mary
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Why is airborne Covid spread the last pandemic taboo?
“COVID is airborne”. This statement is repeated as fact so often in social media hashtags that you might assume it is a matter of scientific consensus, as opposed to one of the most intense debates of the pandemic. The controversy is not whether
