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Kate Winslet latest star to take on role for King’s charity

1 day ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy

Kate Winslet has become the latest celebrity to become an ambassador for the King’s charity. The Oscar-winning actress said she was thrilled to take on the role at The King’s Foundation, following in the footsteps of Sir David Beckham, Sienna Miller, Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster.
Killie winger Danny Armstrong likely to sign for Dinamo Bucharest

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy |Raman Bhardwaj

Kilmarnock’s Danny Armstrong is likely to make a move to Romania to sign for Dinamo Bucharest, STV understands. The 27-year-old winger is a free agent after his contract at Rugby Park expired and finds a potential move abroad an appealing prospect. He scored three goals in 33 league games as Killie finished ninth in the Premiership under former manager Derek McInnes.
NRS figures show 2024 had lowest number of new homes built since Covid lockdown

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy

Fewer homes were built last year than at any time since the coronavirus lockdown. Figures from the National Records of Scotland show 19,900 new builds were completed in 2025, the lowest number since 2018, excluding 2020. That is 2,400 fewer than 2023; however, that number is still higher than the 20-year average going back to 2004. The number of households in Scotland has risen by 13% in the last two decades.
Mysterious billboards spark speculation of Lewis Capaldi Glastonbury return

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy

A mysterious billboard in Glasgow has sparked speculation that Lewis Capaldi could be set to appear at the Glastonbury music festival. The Someone You Love singer is also reportedly set to release new music this weekend, with a potential new single apparently “leaked” on social media. Eagle eye fans have noticed that the writing on the billboard, which has appeared near the St Enoch Centre, matches lyrics to the new release.
Sir Chris Hoy and wife Lady Sarra receive Freedom of the City of London

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy

Sir Chris Hoy and his wife Lady Sarra Hoy have received the Freedom of the City of London. They have been recognised for charitable work for cancer awareness and neo-natal care, in addition to Sir Chris’ sporting achievements as a British track cyclist. The couple, who have been married since 2010, attended a joint ceremony at the Lord Mayor’s official residence, The Mansion House, on Thursday.
Scottish nurse jailed for murder of patients loses appeal

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Sharon Frew

A Scottish nurse jailed for life for murdering four elderly patients is to pursue grounds for his case to be heard at the Supreme Court after losing his appeals against the convictions. Colin Campbell, formerly known as Colin Norris, was found guilty 17 years ago of killing the women and of attempting to murder a fifth, by injecting them with insulin.
Valakari embracing life in Championship as he plots top-flight return

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy

Simo Valakari says St Johnstone will embrace life in the Championship as he plots a return to the top-flight at the first time of asking. The Perth club were relegated, ending a 15-year run in the Premiership, after finishing bottom of the table last season. And while Valakari, who took over from Craig Levein in October, is aware of how tough and unforgiving the second tier can be, he is aiming to put “all the little things” in place to give his side the best chance of an instant return.
French side Lille interested in Rangers forward Hamza Igamane

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy |Raman Bhardwaj

French side LOSC Lille are interested in signing Rangers forward Hamza Igamane. The Ligue 1 club have spoken with the 22-year-old’s representatives to register their interest. But they have yet to make an official approach to Rangers for the Morocco international who scored 16 goals in 46 appearances last season. Igamane moved to Glasgow from AS Far in his homeland a year ago after being signed for £1.7m by former manager Philippe Clement.
Livingston coach Brian Rice to step into new role as head of football operations

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy

Livingston have announced that first-team coach Brian Rice will step into a new role as head of football operations. The 61-year-old former Hamilton and Alloa boss joined David Martindale’s backroom staff in November 2023. In the words of the manager, Rice has now “swapped the dugout for the boardroom on a match day essentially” and will focus on player recruitment.
Edinburgh schoolgirl’s viral TikTok reels in Khloé Kardashian and millions of views

2 days ago | news.stv.tv | Amie Flett |Christina O'Neill

An 11-year-old schoolgirl from Edinburgh is enjoying a taste of internet fame after one of her TikTok videos was shared by Khloé Kardashian. Carly and her dad, Ryan, have racked up millions of views for their light-hearted comedy and cooking clips – some have even called Carly “the next Alison Hammond.”It all started during lockdown, when the Pilton pair began filming sketches at home. “Through lockdown we started making videos in the house, like dances, sketches,” said Carly.