Claire McKim

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Mum left husband and kids for new life in Egypt with hotel worker she met on holiday

2 months ago | edinburghlive.co.uk | Claire Robinson |Claire McKim |Lucy Robinson |Claire McKimEditor

Julia Clark, a 53 year old woman, had been happily married to her husband Peter for 15 years and they had three children together. However, a family holiday to Egypt in August 2016 completely changed the course of Julia's life. She opened up about her experience to OK! She recalled: "Sitting around the side of the pool, my husband Peter and two daughters, Melissa and Ameila, relaxed in the water.
Emma Willis says she has 'lost' her kids as she and Matt have one 'major regret'

Dec 11, 2024 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Claire McKim |Jessica Sansome |Claire McKimEditor |Jessica SansomeTv

Emma and Matt Willis have expressed concerns about feeling disconnected from their eldest children after introducing them to smartphones. The TV presenter, 48, and her Busted star husband, 41, have been reflecting on their own technology habits following the production of their latest documentary.
Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden rushed to hospital after collapsing

Oct 27, 2024 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Claire McKim |Michelle Marshall |Claire McKimEditor

Strictly star Amy Dowden was rushed to the hospital after Saturday's show, with a source stating, "Amy was feeling unwell and so an ambulance was called as a precaution." After her energetic performance alongside JB Gill, the professional dancer faced a health scare at Elstree Studios.
Lorraine Kelly shares excitement over becoming grandmother with daughter post

Aug 4, 2024 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Claire McKim |Zara Woodcock |Claire McKimEditor

Scottish TV presenter Lorraine Kelly couldn't contain her excitement as she's on the brink of becoming a grandmother. Taking to Instagram, the 64 year old host shared an adorable snapshot of daughter Rosie's growing baby bump, complete with a loving caption. Daughter to Lorraine and her husband Steve Smith, 30 year old Rosie is preparing for motherhood with her fiance Steve White.
Taxpayers forking out £1,400 for Edinburgh Lord Provost to watch Euro 2024 game

May 26, 2024 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Paul Drury |Claire McKim |Claire McKimEditor

Edinburgh's Lord Provost, Robert Aldridge, has secured tickets to the Euro 2024 opener against hosts Germany next month, with taxpayers set to cover the £1400 bill. The invitation comes from Munich's mayor, Dieter Reiter, as a celebration of the 70th anniversary of the twinning agreement between Edinburgh and Munich, established in 1954 post-World War II.
'I took my kids on a holiday I wasn't sure about - I wish I'd done it sooner'

Feb 16, 2024 | mirror.co.uk | Claire McKim

Cruise lines did not have the best pandemic. Visions of Covid-19 outbreaks, escalating infections and stranded passengers would be off-putting for even the most intrepid traveller. I’m probably also not the target demographic for cruises, under a certain age and more of a backpacker than an all-you-can-eat buffet type (as well as being prone to seasickness).
Child rapist handed shorter prison sentence 'due to his young age' at the time

Oct 25, 2023 | mirror.co.uk | Claire McKim |Jake Loader

A child rapist who started abusing girls when he was just 12-years-old has been given a lighter prison sentence due to his ‘immaturity’ at the time of the attacks. Mohammed Ahmed, who is now 24, repeatedly sexually assaulted two younger girls in Edinburgh. Police had been called to his former home after he told them he was considering taking his own life. Officers later discovered there had been a confrontation involving Ahmed and a victim days earlier during which he was accused of raping her.
Edinburgh child rapist who sparked police hunt jailed for four years

Oct 23, 2023 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Claire McKimEditor |Claire McKim

A child rapist who brought police to his door after threatening to commit suicide because of allegations against him was jailed for four years on Monday. Mohammed Ahmed was aged just 12 when he began abusing two younger girls and subjected them both to rapes and violence. Ahmed, now 24, repeatedly sexually assaulted the children at an address in Edinburgh but was later confronted by one of his victims.
Talented Edinburgh performers aiming for global success at Dance World Cup

Jun 21, 2023 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Claire McKim