Scotland’s former First Minister Alex Salmond, a key figure in the independence movement, has passed away at the age of 69, the Scottish National Party (SNP) announced on Saturday. UK media reported that Salmond fell ill after delivering a speech in North Macedonia. Salmond served as Scotland’s leader from 2007 to 2014. “Alex Salmond, former … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo’s late winner in the Nations League dashed Scotland’s hopes in Portugal, extending Steve Clarke’s side’s dismal run of form. Scotland stunned the hosts with a seventh-minute header from Scott McTominay and defended valiantly against Portugal’s 16 first-half shots. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust … Read more
Scotland suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat against Germany in their Euro 2024 opener, marked by Ryan Porteous’s red card and a dominant performance by the Germans. Eko Hot Blog reports that Scotland endured a tough lesson from a classy Germany in their Euro 2024 opener, suffering a 5-1 defeat in Munich, with Ryan Porteous being … Read more
Andy Robertson believes Scotland has the potential to make history by advancing to the knockout stages in Euro 2024. Eko Hot Blog reports that Andy Robertson believes his Scotland team has the potential to “make history” as they get ready to start their Euro 2024 campaign. Editor’s Pick Facebook Monetization: Do We Have A New … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Humza Yousaf has been elected as the parliament’s nominee for first minister. EDITOR’S PICKS Saudi Arabia:US Man Jailed Over Tweets Released US: Police On High Alert Ahead Of Possible Donald Trump Arrest Bad Bunny’s Ex Sues Him For Using Her Recording Without Permission His name will be passed to King … Read more
There were over 20 casualties, minor and major. The Scottish Ambulance Service was called to the incident at 08:29 The ship was tipped by strong winds Eko Hot Blog reports that Twenty-five people have been injured after a ship tipped over at an Edinburgh dockyard. EDITOR’S PICKS Saudi Arabia:US Man Jailed Over Tweets Released US: … Read more
US authorities are seeking Rossi’s extradition over allegations of rape and sexual assault A hearing was due to begin into whether he should be sent back to face trial A preliminary hearing will now be held on 20 April Eko Hot Blog reports that The man a Scottish court has ruled is US fugitive Nicholas … Read more
Isla Bryson attacked two women in Clydebank and Glasgow in 2016 and 2019 Bryson was initially remanded to a women’s jail after being found guilty Bryson has been moved to a male prison Eko Hot Blog reports that A double rapist who changed gender while waiting to stand trial has been jailed for eight years. … Read more
Three people have died after a fire broke out at a Perth hotel. Eko Hot Blog reports that Emergency services including 21 ambulance crews, 60 firefighters and nine fire trucks were called to the New County Hotel on County Place at about 05:10. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From Official Devices Supreme … Read more
Doctors Raise Concern As Queen Elizabeth Is Put Under Medical Supervision EKO HOT BLOG reports that Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision at Balmoral after doctors became concerned for her health. According to Buckingham Palace, all the Queen’s children are gathering at, or are travelling to, her Scottish estate near Aberdeen. … Read more
Liz Truss will today be announced as Britain’s next Prime Minister. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Liz Truss is predicted to be named before noon today as Britain’s new prime minister and successor to Boris Johnson, at a time when the country faces a cost of living crisis, industrial unrest and a recession. EDITOR’S … Read more
Authorities in the US have confirmed that Rossi was also known as Nicholas Alahverdian in the state of Rhode Island… EKO HOT BLOG reports that an American fugitive believed to have faked his own death is facing extradition after being arrested in hospital in Glasgow. Nicholas Rossi, 34, was wanted by Interpol and faces a … Read more
The UK has one of Europe’s highest death tolls from the virus, at 146,255, while death rates have not risen in the last week EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Kingdom on Friday saw the highest number of Covid infections since January, a senior minister said Friday, as the government seeks to slow the … Read more
“If I had known we didn’t have long I would’ve tried to arrange the wedding for the beginning of the week. He never actually got any treatment.” A bride has been left heartbroken after her groom died at the altar just minutes before they were due to be married. Dad-of-eleven Paul Wynn, from North Ayrshire, … Read more
Scotland last played England at Wembley on June 18 On Monday it was announced that Billy Gilmour has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Scotland’s crucial Euro 2020 match with Croatia on Tuesday. England’s 26-man Euro 2020 squad have all returned negative COVID-19 test results after the latest round of UEFA testing on Sunday, … Read more
England missed the chance to take control of their Euro 2020 group England and Scotland played out a goalless draw in their second group game at Wembley Stadium, London, on Friday, EKO HOT BLOG gathered England looked bright early on and came close from a Mason Mount corner in the 11th minute. John Stones found space in the Scotland … Read more