Stirling residents to be given say on plans to transform medieval 16th century city centre routes

The World Gravy Wrestling Championships, held at the Rose 'n' Bowl pub in Lancashire, attracted large crowds as competitors battled in a ring filled with 1,500 liters of gravy. Since 2007, the event has raised funds for East Lancashire Hospice and allowed wrestlers to support their chosen charities, with winners judged on wrestling skills, costumes, and crowd engagement. Want More Context? 🔎

A Morane 29 water bomber helicopter crashed into Rosporden Lake while refilling during firefighting efforts in France, after its tail hit the water, causing it to spin out of control. Fortunately, the pilot and firefighter on board escaped unharmed, and an investigation has been initiated to determine the crash's cause amidst a summer of severe wildfires across Europe. Want More Context? 🔎

The water industry watchdog is investigating payments made to executives at several suppliers after it was revealed that Yorkshire Water's offshore parent company paid its CEO over £1 million in undisclosed fees. This scrutiny raises concerns about transparency and governance within the water supply sector. Want More Context? 🔎

Cullyhanna GAC has requested the public to pray for player Pearse Casey after a serious incident led to the abandonment of their Armagh Senior Football Championship game against Mullaghbawn. Casey, the club's captain and a key player in their 2024 All-Ireland Intermediate Club Football Championship victory, was airlifted to Belfast's Royal Victoria Hospital following the event. Want More Context? 🔎

Six children were rescued by coastguards at Aberavon Beach in Port Talbot after they encountered serious difficulties in the water on Sunday evening. Two children were taken to the hospital, while four others made their own way there following a major rescue operation involving the Port Talbot RNLI Lifeboat, police, and local volunteers. Want More Context? 🔎

A drone will be deployed to locate Natalia Nagovitsina, a 47-year-old Russian climber stranded at nearly 23,000 ft on Pobeda Peak in Kyrgyzstan after fracturing her leg on August 12. Extreme weather has complicated rescue efforts, leading to the death of Italian climber Luca Sinigaglia during a rescue attempt, while search leader Dmitry Grekov expresses doubts about her survival. Want More Context? 🔎