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Scotsman
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Harley-Davidson motorcyclist in hospital after rush hour crash on busy road
The crash between a Harley-Davidson and Renault Megane has left a 70-year-old motorcyclist in hospital. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after being injured in a rush-hour crash in Stirling. The collision with a black Renault Megane happened on the A820 between Dunblane and Doune around 6pm on Monday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after the rush hour incident. | John Devlin The motorcyclist, a 70-year-old man, was riding a blue Harley-Davidson at the time of the crash. READ MORE: Forest wildfire in the Scottish Highlands sparks major emergency response He was taken to Forth Valley Hospital for treatment, but his condition remains unknown. The driver of the Renault Megane was uninjured. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Police Scotland Constable Andrew Wood said: 'Our enquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing and we're appealing to anyone who witnessed what happened to please get in touch. 'We're particularly keen to speak to the driver of a blue Toyota Avensis estate, who we believe was in the area at the time. 'We would also ask anyone who was in the area around the time of the crash and has dash-cam footage to check their recordings, as they may have captured something that could assist our investigation.
The Courier
20-05-2025
- The Courier
Motorcyclist, 70, taken to hospital after crash between Dunblane and Doune
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash between Dunblane and Doune. Emergency services were called to the A820 at around 6pm on Monday. The crash involved a black Renault Megane and a blue Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The 70-year-old male motorcyclist was taken to Forth Valley Hospital for treatment. The extent of his injuries has not been confirmed. The driver of the Renault Megane was uninjured. Constable Andrew Wood said: 'Our inquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing. 'We're appealing to anyone who witnessed what happened to please get in touch. 'We're particularly keen to speak to the driver of a blue Toyota Avensis estate, who we believe was in the area at the time. 'We would also ask anyone who was in the area around the time of the crash and has dashcam footage to check their recordings, as they may have captured something that could assist our investigation.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2778 of May 19.
STV News
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- STV News
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after rush-hour crash involving car
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital following a crash involving a car in Stirling. Emergency services were called to the scene on the A820 between Dunblane and Doune at around 6pm on Monday. The incident involved a black Renault Megane and a blue Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Officers confirmed the motorcyclist, a 70-year-old man, was taken to Forth Valley Hospital for treatment. The driver of the Renault Megane was uninjured. Police Scotland is urging anyone with information regarding the crash to come forward. Constable Andrew Wood said: 'Our enquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing and we're appealing to anyone who witnessed what happened to please get in touch. 'We're particularly keen to speak to the driver of a blue Toyota Avensis estate, who we believe was in the area at the time. 'We would also ask anyone who was in the area around the time of the crash and has dash-cam footage to check their recordings, as they may have captured something that could assist our investigation. 'Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2778 of May 19, 2025.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
CBS News
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
San Francisco International Arts Festival pushes on despite Trump cutting grant
The San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) returned this month with a vibrant lineup of performances that celebrate multiculturalism, artistic exchange, and community engagement — values organizers say are at the heart of the city itself. Every performance takes place in San Francisco's Mission District. The festival features artists both locally and across the globe, including dancer Jyotsna Vaidee, who has participated in the event for five consecutive years. Vaidee, who performs the classical South Indian dance form Bharatanatyam, says the festival offers a rare platform for sharing heritage with wider audiences. "What I love about being part of SFIAF is, we get to share our art not only within the Indian community, but we also get to share this with broader communities and folks who may not have seen the kind of classical dance that I do, which is Bharatanatyam," said Vaidee, who was born in Bangalore, India. Jyotsna Vaidee practices her upcoming performance of Bharatanatyam, a classical South Indian dance, for the 2025 San Francisco International Arts Festival. CBS Her performance this year pays tribute to the courage and voices of Indian female writers. She said the opportunity to bring traditional art into new contexts reinforces her sense of identity as both Indian and American. "We came here to America, and I feel it's all these vibrant communities coming together that really makes us the Bay Area," she said. The festival's executive director, Andrew Wood, said that's exactly the goal. "We are the San Francisco International Arts Festival, so we represent what the city is and what the city's values are," Wood said. "The artists bring diverse perspectives from around the world." However, the festival faces growing challenges in maintaining support for such programs. Earlier this month, SFIAF received notice from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) that a $20,000 grant—awarded in November 2024 to support a separate performance—had been canceled. "The cancellation was the direct result of a rash of Executive Orders signed by President Donald Trump," SFIAF said in a statement, calling the move a blow to the nonprofit arts sector. The group said the cuts are tied to Project 2025, a policy initiative aimed at restructuring federal agencies and reducing government spending. Despite the loss of funding, Wood said the festival is proceeding with a full schedule and continues to pursue alternate sources of support. For artists like Vaidee, the event's value lies not just in performance, but in cultural connection. "They go the extra mile to get that diversity. To bring that diversity. And bring it all in one festival and show that there is actually beauty and a common thread between us all."
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why Can't I Get A Job? This Hiring Expert Might Have The Answer
If you've been struggling to find a new role this year, you're not alone. In fact, according to The Guardian, there are 1.5 million jobseekers in the UK at the moment and the hiring landscape is 'nightmarish'. Additionally, according to the Willo Hiring Trends 2025 report, this year will see a sharp decline in the number of companies planning significant hiring – 48% fewer businesses intend to expand their workforce substantially compared to 2024. This means that even people who have been in their careers for 20+ years, are educated to degree level and look fantastic on paper are struggling to just get to the interview stage in what is an incredibly fierce job market. Now, the hiring experts at Willo have warned jobseekers about a key CV mistake that could be hindering their chances at getting roles. Andrew Wood, co-founder of Willo, a UK-based global candidate screening platform that works with major employers including Toyota, the NHS, easyJet, and Din Tai Fung, explains that an overreliance on AI has led candidates to create overly polished CVs, devoid of personality and unable to stand out in a 'sea of sameness'. Wood said: 'Increasingly, we are hearing that talent acquisition teams are grappling with an overwhelming number of near-identical applications, a problem that is no doubt fuelled by the use of generative AI.' Generative AI has been on the rise over the last couple of years, with Deloitte reporting that over 18 million people in the UK have now used Generative AI, and seven million people have used generative for work, up 66% from four million a year ago. According to Wood, if you want your CV to stand out, you may want to try a video CV. 'A video CV is a great way to stand out from the crowd, and showcases skills and attributes that a traditional CV might otherwise miss. 'It isn't wrong to use AI in some capacity when applying for jobs. Employers are, after all, using the same software to sift through applications. Issues start to arise when CVs become devoid of personality, losing the 'spark' that might draw an employer to a candidate.' However, if you do still feel the need to use AI, Wood does have a little more advice for you: 'If you are using AI, try to remove those tell-tale GPT traits, such as overly generic phrasing, lack of specificity, overuse of the em dash or over capitalisation. 'Write a bio that showcases your enthusiasm for your chosen field and lets a bit of your personality shine through.' Noted. This 1 Factor Might Be Behind 74,000 Women Losing Their Jobs Each Year What Are 'Ghost Jobs,' And How Can You Avoid Them? These Types Of Jobs Are Linked To A Lower Risk Of Dementia
