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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Glasgow News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Glasgow—from local news and business to culture, politics, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Glasgow News Today is your daily snapshot of what’s happening across the city. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai
Episodes
- Streeting Launches Leadership Challenge, Labour in Crisis
Wes Streeting, health secretary, to resign and challenge Starmers leadership, backed by 81 Labour MPs. Streetings move coincides with SNPs no-confidence vote amendment, causing Labour MPs to choose sides. Starmers allies criticize the timi…
- Castles of UK Honored in New Stamp Set
Royal Mail unveils new stamps honoring UK castles, with Scotlands Urquhart and Stirling Castles taking center stage. These stamps showcase the historical significance and architectural grandeur of these stone fortresses, featuring stunning…
- Vivienne Westwood's Jewelry Legacy in Scotland
Vivienne Westwoods Jewelry Legacy: A Scottish Homecoming - The V&A Dundee unveils a groundbreaking exhibition, Vivienne Westwood and Jewellery, celebrating the late designers four-decade journey. This immersive showcase, opening in March 2…
- Glasgow's Possilpark: Reviving Derelict Buildings
Glasgows Stonyhurst Street tenements receive major overhaul, thanks to £2.7M grant, aiming to provide housing for families in need and alleviate pressure on temporary accommodations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.c…
- Prince Edward Kicks Off Scottish Parliament with Unity Call
Prince Edward attends Kirking of the Scottish Parliament, emphasizing unity and shared purpose amidst diverse faiths and political tensions. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adverti…
- Brains from Silibil N’ Brains Eyes TRNSMT Stage
Gavin Bain, known as Brains from Silibil N’ Brains, aims to perform at TRNSMT in 2026, sharing the stage with actors Seamus Ross and Samuel Bottomley. They gained fame by faking American accents and a Los Angeles backstory, securing a £250…
- Dawn O'Porter Raves About Glasgow's Kimpton Blythswood Square
Dawn O'Porter Raves About Glasgow's Kimpton Blythswood Square
- ScotRail's New Timetable: More Trains, Lower Fares
ScotRail unveils new timetable, May 17th, with more trains on busy routes and fares frozen until 2027. Weekend services boosted, including Levenmouth Rail Link, North Berwick, and Ayr-Aberdeen. Local Sunday loops amped up, and electric tra…
- Celtic Fan Sexually Assaults Girl in Glasgow
Keir Mackie, a 20-year-old Celtic fan, sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl in Glasgow city center amidst league title celebrations. Witnesses intervened after noticing the girls distress, leading to Mackies arrest and guilty plea. He now…
- Grief Support in Prisons: HMP Edinburgh's Pioneering Program
Reverend Douglas Creightons innovative grief support program at HMP Edinburgh, launched in 2023, is transforming prison life. The Waterfall Cafe provides a safe space for inmates and families to process loss, reducing violence and drug use…
- Henry Hoover Conquers Scottish Peak for Charity
Henry Hoover, a red vacuum, and its owner Alasdair Reid, along with his wife and dog, conquered Tinto Hill in Scotland, raising nearly £400 for Keep Scotland Beautiful. The unusual hike, marking Alasdairs cleaning businesss second birthday…
- Jake Hall from Towie Passes Away at 35
Reality TV star Jake Hall, known for The Only Way Is Essex, has passed away at 35 following a head injury incident in Spain. Hall, father to an 8-year-old daughter with Misse Beqiri, left Towie this year and ran his own menswear brand. Tri…
- Man Charged Over North Glasgow Car Fires
Man Charged Over North Glasgow Car Fires
- Minerva Innovation Group: Tax Relief for UK & Ireland
Minerva Innovation Group, a top R&D tax relief firm, is expanding across UK and Ireland, helping businesses claim cash back on innovation work. Founder Adam Pearce, a former pro basketball player, won Scale-Up Entrepreneur of the Year and…
- Glasgow Man Banned for Dog Neglect, Odin's Death
Glasgow man William McIlroy faces animal ownership ban and hefty fine after neglecting his dog Odin, leading to the dogs tragic death. Odin was found with matted fur, dry eyes, and skin issues, causing him immense pain. Despite efforts to…
- Glasgow Standoff: Woman Hospitalized, Man Arrested
Glasgow Standoff: Woman Hospitalized, Man Arrested
- Thorn Park Pavilion Revival: Green Upgrades & Public Input
Thorn Park Pavilion Revival: Green Upgrades & Public Input
- Police Respond to Glasgow Disturbance
Police swarm Glasgows Cranhill neighborhood after disturbance call, heavy presence blocking off street. No injuries reported, officers working for peaceful resolution. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…
- Rubio Meets Pope, Mends US-Vatican Ties
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Pope Leo the Fourteenth and Cardinal Pietro Parolin at the Vatican, focusing on Middle East peace and human dignity. Despite recent tensions, both sides emphasize no real divide on keeping nukes…
- Stay in Odyssey Residences, Filmed in Scotland
Experience the magic of Christopher Nolans The Odyssey in your own luxury retreat! The Seafield Arms in Cullen, Scotland, is unveiling four-bedroom residences where Hollywood stars stayed during filming. With Greek-style interiors, private…
- Edinburgh's Gorgie Welcome Centre Secures Year-Round Funding
Edinburghs Gorgie Welcome Centre secures permanent funding, ending seasonal closures and providing year-round support for homeless households. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adver…
- Veterans' Foundation Surpasses £37M in Funding
The Veterans Foundation in Edinburgh surpasses £37 million in funding for UK veterans and their families, with a record-breaking £5.7 million distributed this year alone. The charity, launched in 2016, has granted over 1,400 awards to 580…
- Tattu's Black Dragon Brunch: A Scottish Foodie's Dream
Tattu's Black Dragon Brunch: A Scottish Foodie's Dream
- Teen Stabs Man to Death in Violent Dispute
Nineteen-year-old Jaxon Millar pleaded guilty to stabbing twenty-one-year-old Robert McNally to death in Paisley. The altercation stemmed from a domestic abuse claim involving a woman connected to Millar. McNally and two accomplices arrive…
- Vandalism Ruins Irvine's Open Football Pitches
Vandalism plagues newly refurbished football pitches in Irvine, Ayrshire, causing significant damage and delaying their opening. Despite efforts to promote community access, the pitches have been set on fire and vandalized, leading to incr…
- Glasgow Man Banned for Animal Neglect
Glasgow man William McIlroy banned from owning animals after his dog Odin suffered years of neglect, leading to its humane euthanasia. McIlroy fined £670 for causing unnecessary suffering. Scottish SPCA advocates for a national animal offe…
- Stockbridge: Edinburgh's Foodie Paradise
Stockbridge in Edinburgh is a food lovers paradise, boasting top-tier restaurants, cozy cafes, and buzzing bars. From Michelin-level tasting menus to fresh bakeries and creative cocktail lounges, this neighborhood has it all. Heavy hitters…
- King's Theatre Time Capsule: Share Your Stories
Edinburghs Kings Theatre, a beloved community hub, has unveiled a time capsule project to celebrate its reopening after major renovations. The project, inspired by a 1906 bottle found during renovations, invites everyone to submit memories…
- Murder Trial: Honeyman's Tense Encounter
Jordan Honeyman stands trial for the murder of Alan Lawson, with prosecutors alleging a brutal attack involving punches, kicks, and a sharp object. Witnesses describe tense encounters, including a neighbor hearing shouting and Honeyman bun…
- Brig O' Tay Bar & Restaurant for Sale
Brig O Tay: A Scottish Gem Up for Grabs - A classic Scottish bar and restaurant, Brig O Tay, located on the River Tay in Newport on Tay, is for sale. The owners, aged 80 and 79, are retiring after 16 years. The property includes a ground-f…
- Barclays AGM Chaos: Palestine, Climate, Emissions
Chaos erupts at Barclays annual shareholder meeting as Palestine and climate activists storm the floor, protesting the banks ties to Israeli bonds, defense firms linked to Gaza operations, and heavy fossil fuel financing. Shareholders join…
- Teen Stabbed to Death in Tit-for-Tat Cycle
Nineteen-year-old Jaxon Millar pleaded guilty to stabbing twenty-one-year-old Robert McNally to death in Paisley, Renfrewshire. The altercation stemmed from a domestic abuse claim involving McNallys crew. Millar chased McNally after he and…
- Police Bust Drug Ring on Popular Bike Path
Police Bust Drug Ring on Popular Bike Path
- Teen Stabbed in Home Invasion
Nineteen-year-old Jaxon Millar stabbed Robert McNally to death in a violent confrontation outside his home in Lochwinnoch. The altercation began as a result of a dispute over a woman involved with Millar, who had given a police statement a…
- Man Exposes Himself on Station Road, Police Seek White Golf/Polo
Man Exposes Himself on Station Road, Police Seek White Golf/Polo
- DM Hall & Homeless Project Scotland: A Partnership for Change
DM Hall, a leading Scottish surveying firm, partners with Homeless Project Scotland to combat homelessness. The collaboration involves weekly donation drives for essentials, fundraising for a commercial dishwasher, and staff involvement in…
- Man Sought After Indecent Exposure in South Lanarkshire
Police in South Lanarkshire seek publics help in identifying a man linked to an indecent exposure incident on a remote road near Carluke. The suspect, a clean-shaven man in his twenties with dark hair, was seen wearing a dark cap, long-sle…
- North Lanarkshire's New Industrial Hub: Public Input Needed
North Lanarkshire's New Industrial Hub: Public Input Needed
- Kneecap Announces Glasgow Headline Show
Kneecap, the Irish rap trio, announces a headline show in Glasgow on December ninth, following their successful three-show stint earlier this month. Tickets are tied to presales from their new album FENIAN, with priority access for fans wh…
- Jackie Clune Narrates Rocky Horror in Glasgow
Jackie Clune, a triple-threat talent with credits in stage, screen, and stand-up comedy, takes the narrator role for The Rocky Horror Show in Glasgow. This cult classic, directed by Christopher Luscombe, promises high energy, flashy costum…
- Stirling & St Andrews: UK's New Staycation Gems
Skyrocketing airfares push UK travelers to explore affordable staycations in Scotland, with Stirling and St Andrews gaining popularity as alternatives to London and Edinburgh. Expedias data shows a surge in searches for these destinations,…
- Man Arrested in Fife Park Sexual Assault
Man Arrested in Fife Park Sexual Assault
- Orkney Resident Sought for Historic Lighthouse Keeper Role
Orkney Resident Sought for Historic Lighthouse Keeper Role - The Northern Lighthouse Board is seeking a local resident to serve as a retained keeper for four historic lighthouses in Orkney. The role involves routine checks, upkeep, and tro…
- Kneecap's 'Fenian' Soars, Gig Announced
Kneecap, the Irish rap trio, is making waves with their second album, Fenian, poised to top the charts. Theyve announced a headline gig in Glasgow, following intimate launch shows. Despite past controversies, including a cancelled festival…
- Glasgow Standoff: Police Negotiate at Bellrock Street
Glasgow Standoff: Police Negotiate at Bellrock Street
- CATS Awards: Scotland's Theatre Scene Shines
Scotlands theatre scene is thriving with the CATS (Critics’ Awards for Theatre in Scotland) nominees, marking their twenty-third year. Standout productions include musicals based on The High Life and William Wallace, along with Karine Polw…
- Scotland, England, Wales Vote in High-Stakes Elections
Scotland, England, and Wales hold crucial elections today, with Scotlands Holyrood election and Wales fully proportional Senedd election, and Englands council elections. The SNP leads in Scotland, aiming for a majority to push for another…
- Ash's 30th Anniversary Show at Barrowland
Ash Announces Special Show at Barrowland Ballroom for 30th Anniversary of Debut Album! Plus, New Re-release and Global Tour. Presale Tickets Go Live May 13th. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adverti…
- Edinburgh's New Taxi Testing Center: A Summer Opening
Edinburghs new taxi testing center, South Gyle, is set to open this summer after significant delays and cost overruns. The center, initially budgeted at one million pounds, now stands at two million three hundred thousand pounds. The old M…
- Glasgow Skills Hub: Building Futures, Not Just Houses
Glasgows New Skills Hub: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Construction In Glasgow, a groundbreaking partnership between Keepmoat, a leading UK homebuilder, and Glasgow Clyde College, is transforming the construction industry. Since N…