Graeme Parker never expected to become a global sensation. He is now known as the Hoof GP from his beautiful corner of south-west Scotland. Parker’s hoof trimming videos are now viewed by more than 100 million people a month. He is famous enough that he gets recognised by strangers on the street when visiting the… Continue reading The Hoof GP: The Scottish cow hoof trimmer watched by millions
Author: Dave Carter
Questions over 'heavy handed' action in dealing with escaped cow
The Surrey Police force has landed itself in hot water following an incident involving a cow that was deliberately struck twice by a response vehicle. Despite attempts to capture the cow safely over several hours, the situation became increasingly difficult, prompting the force to make the decision to stop the animal using a police car.… Continue reading Questions over 'heavy handed' action in dealing with escaped cow
Vale of Glamorgan: Windows closure order after chemical incident
Local police have advised residents near the Dow Corning chemical plant to keep their doors and windows closed following a chemical incident. The South Wales Police and the South Wales Fire and Rescue have issued precautionary advice to residents in nearby areas, including Dinas Powys, Sully, and Penarth. Residents have been asked to remain inside their homes… Continue reading Vale of Glamorgan: Windows closure order after chemical incident
Leo Varadkar speaks at united Ireland conference in Belfast
Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has called for the next Irish government to make a united Ireland a “political objective.” Speaking at an Ireland’s Future event in Belfast, Varadkar said it was time to prepare for a border poll, even suggesting setting aside funding to pay for the change. However, he declined to commit to a specific… Continue reading Leo Varadkar speaks at united Ireland conference in Belfast
Tartan Army misery over Munich fan zone 'shambles'
Scottish football fans attending Euro 2024 in Munich have described long queues for drinks and broken toilets. Approximately 200,000 supporters from the Tartan Army travelled to Germany for the opening match. Although City of Munich officials organised an official fan zone, fans experienced several issues before kick-off. They faced queues for hours for food and… Continue reading Tartan Army misery over Munich fan zone 'shambles'
Coventry: Boy, 12, killed in Radford Road hit-and-run
Police in Coventry are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a 12-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run accident. The incident happened on Radford Road on Friday around 16:30 BST. The BMW involved in the accident has been seized. However, police are appealing to anyone who may be able to identify the people who… Continue reading Coventry: Boy, 12, killed in Radford Road hit-and-run
Mike Dunn re-launches pivotal Dance Mutha label
Chicago house music legend Mike Dunn has relaunched his label Dance Mutha. The label will release previously unreleased and new tracks from himself and other artists in house, techno, and acid genres. Dunn discovered a plethora of ‘lost’ unreleased masters from the ’80s and early ’90s, which motivated him to regenerate Dance Mutha. He will… Continue reading Mike Dunn re-launches pivotal Dance Mutha label
Neptune Discs announces trance-inducing debut vinyl release
Neptune Discs, a music label based in Edinburgh, has finally announced the release of its debut vinyl-only offering, Neptune Discs Vol.9. The pre-order for this musical collection is available now. It’s slated for release on June 28. Four talented artists from different genres were the highlight of this album. They combined their styles to produce… Continue reading Neptune Discs announces trance-inducing debut vinyl release
Kevin Campbell: Former Arsenal and Everton striker dies aged 54
Football fans around the world have been saddened by the news that former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell has passed away at the age of 54 after a short illness. During his career, Campbell scored an impressive 148 goals in 542 appearances across spells with eight different clubs. Born on 4 February 1970 in… Continue reading Kevin Campbell: Former Arsenal and Everton striker dies aged 54
Horse and carriage organisers fined over 2012 Angharad Rees death
A horse and carriage fun day organised by the British Driving Society has resulted in a £230,000 penalty after a teenager was killed taking part in an event carried out 12 years ago. Swansea Crown Court was told the competition was held at Afan Argoed Country Park in Port Talbot when Angharad Rees, an experienced… Continue reading Horse and carriage organisers fined over 2012 Angharad Rees death