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Daily Record
a day ago
- Science
- Daily Record
How to spot peregrine falcons in Glasgow as experts share tips on seeing birds of prey
The Glasgow Peregrine Project have been monitoring the popular pair Bonnie and Clyde. One of Glasgow's most heartwarming wildlife stories continues to captivate the city. Peregrine falcons Bonnie and Clyde, along with their surviving chick Victor, are beginning to work up quite a following. The birds of prey have been monitored closely by the Glasgow Peregrine Project, who hosted public watch sessions at the University of Glasgow this year. Through a mix of live viewing opportunities and engaging social media updates, the team have helped the public follow the birds' lives from mating through to hatching and early flights, Glasgow Live reports. The Peregrine Watches are now over for the season and the striking pair are venturing beyond their nest site at the university's iconic Gilbert Scott Building. But interest in the raptors remains strong, so the project team has encouraged the public to continue spotting and reporting any sightings as the birds explore more of Glasgow. 'Our peregrine family have been venturing into the city centre. This marks a new phase of the peregrine study,' the Glasgow Peregrine Project wrote on social media. 'Monitoring where they go and why, along with what they eat, is really important stuff. Prey assessments continue and ranging behaviour is closely monitored. "There are a few sites where peregrines from outwith the city appear and take up winter territories. It will be fascinating to see how this picture unfolds as the year progresses.' The birds are still being observed by the project team, but they are now calling on the public to help keep track of their movements. They said: 'Your records are really important to help build a picture of their movements and how they use the city. Every record is really appreciated!' To assist in identifying the peregrines, the team has offered some tips. Bonnie, the female, is ringed, which means 'she has a colour ring on her left leg L7 and the right leg a silver BTO ring." The team added: "During prolonged perching, these rings can often be obscured by the breast, belly and flank feathers. Patience is required while waiting for a leg stretch or move of position,' they explained. 'Bonnie is a full adult, typically plumaged large female. Her dark moustache contrasts nicely with her white cheeks.' Clyde, the male, is unringed, which makes his plumage markings essential for identification. The team said: "His head markings are unusual with two very clear rusty brown patches on his nape. 'The colouring on his cheeks is not typical either. Instead of the crisp black moustache and white cheeks, his cheeks are diffused with warm brown.' Their chick, Victor, can be identified by an orange colour ring on his left leg marked 34R, along with a silver BTO ring on the right leg. Anyone who spots the birds, either with the naked eye or using binoculars, is encouraged to take a photo and send it to the Glasgow Peregrine Project, helping the team track their hunting grounds and behaviour across the city. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The licensed project team expressed their gratitude for the continued support from the public. They said: 'We are always struck by the positivity and warmth from all who attend. "This year, thousands of folk from all four corners of the earth visited. It's such an inspirational environment and we loved meeting you all and making new friends. 'From the team, thank you for taking time out of your day to come and say hello and marvel at our wonderful Peregrines. To you all, we really appreciate your support in creating something special for the city.' For updates and identification guides, the Glasgow Peregrine Project can be followed on Instagram at @
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Laura Anderson gushes over footballer boyfriend as they mark huge milestone
Ex-Love Islander Laura Anderson posted a series of photos with her footballer boyfriend to mark their anniversary after taking on a new life as a self professed 'Wag' Influencer Laura Anderson, aged 36, took to Instagram to gush over her lover beau Clark Robertson, 31, to mark a very special occasion they're sharing together. The Scottish TV star first rose to fame in 2018 when she appeared on the hit series Love Island in search of her happily ever after. On the series, she was so close to winning the prize, coming second as part of a couple with Paul Knops. Despite their split soon after the show, Anderson soon found love again with Dane Bower and later on the Hollyoaks actor Gary Lucy. It was with Lucy that she had her daughter Bonnie, before their eventual split in 2023. After all of the heartbreak, it seems Anderson finally met her match, as she poses loved-up with her Dundee Defender boyfriend, celebrating one year together. In her romantic post, the former flight attendant described her partner as her "hot man", gushing over his love for her daughter, who is turning two in September. The post reads: "Celebrating our one-year anniversary. Our love story is like no other, most of which we do not share. Your modesty for a hot man is unmatched, as is your devotion as a father. "Thank you for being yourself, thank you for being a role model to Bonnie, and thank you for always closing the fridge door behind me." Her dedicated 1.5 million followers were quick to flood the comments, sharing the love with the happy couple. One fan commented: "Isn't funny how fate has worked out! We are all so happy for you." While another person shared: "Wow its your time now, Laura. You kissed enough frogs, and Prince Charming arrived, and he seems such a gentleman xx". It seems her new lifestyle with Roberson is suiting her nicely, as she previously opened up to the Scottish Sun about learning the ways of the football world. She said: 'I guess I'm a WAG now. I actually really like football. I didn't really like it before. To be honest, it just reminded me of my dad hogging the remote when we were young, and I never got to watch what I wanted to watch. "But now I like going to the games. I think he looks very sexy, actually, because he's quite bossy on the pitch, and he's not like that day-to-day. He's such a relaxed, chilled-out guy. So on the pitch, he's always pointing, and I'm like, 'What the hell? What's going on?" Meanwhile, her footballer boyfriend keeps his own Instagram profile private and lets Laura take the limelight when it comes to social media stardom. The reality star has shared the journey with fans along the way to this one-year anniversary, posting their numerous 'staycays', holidays and home life with her daughter Bonnie, and her followers can't get enough of it.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
American in UK admits she 'now gets' why Brits always moan about one thing
A woman from Texas, US, said she used to 'make fun' of all Europeans for complaining about one thing but after living in England for three years, she has been thoroughly 'humbled' by it An American woman living in the UK has shared she's been 'humbled' by an inescapable aspect of the country that many people in her homeland can't understand – the heat. The recent spell of heatwaves up and down the UK has had lots of people feeling deeply uncomfortable. Of course, many states in the US are hotter on average than the UK, but houses and buildings in England weren't built to withstand the rising temperatures caused by the ongoing climate crisis. England is famous for being grey and rainy - our architecture was designed to keep the heat in. While the summer season has always brought some sunshine and brighter weeks, in recent years, the humidity and relentlessly high temperatures have taken over, leaving countless people suffering in inescapably hot homes - with no air conditioning. Texas -born Bonnie Langthorn has been living in the UK for the last three years and, in the wake of the recent heatwaves, she decided to confess how she's been 'humbled' by the weather here. In a recent video, which she shared on TikTok, Bonnie said: 'As a Texas native, I used to make so much fun of people in Europe complaining about heat. 'Like, any time it gets above 75 degrees (24°C), everyone's having a meltdown and I was like, 'have you experienced 105 (40°C)?' 'But now that I live in England and I have experienced summer here, let me just tell you, I have been humbled because the thing is, yeah, the temperature is not as high but you also can't escape it. 'There's nowhere to go. If you go inside, it's almost worse than if you just stay outside because at least outside, there's a breeze. 'Inside, you're just sitting in still, hot air and yeah, you might stand in front of a fan and let it blow hot air on your face pretending like that's making any difference but I can tell you, it doesn't.' Bonnie then went on to say that in Texas, there's air con in multiple places which allows people to cool down dramatically and end up 'shivering in no time'. She added: 'But here, there's like nowhere to hide. You get on the tube, it's hot; you get on the bus, it's hot; you get off the bus, it's still hot; you go inside, it's still hot. 'Everywhere is so hot and you're just sweating all the time. So, never again will I judge a European for complaining about the heat because the heat's different. It's just different.' Bonnie's video racked up more than 1,000 comments from people keen to share their thoughts. One person admitted: 'My favourite summer content is foreigners being humbled by UK heat'. Another said: 'you found a breeze? I'm still looking…' A third added: 'It's also the humidity, the heat sticks to you, there is a night and day difference between arid heat and humid heat'. Another commented: 'So many videos from Americans, Australians and people from the Middle East saying sorry [crying laughing emoji] our summer heat is terrible in England, you can't escape the humidity'. Someone else said: '100F in London is like the seventh circle of hell. That I can attest to'. Another added: 'And it doesn't cool down at night! People ALWAYS forget that'.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Illinois couple stranded in the Caribbean, facing $25K in medical bills after husband needed emergency surgery
The Dervis family's vacation to the Dominican Republic was supposed to be a celebration, but things took a scary turn when an emergency trip to the hospital left two of them stranded in the Caribbean. The family joined about 30 people from the Johnsburg, Illinois area on a trip to celebrate their children's graduation from high school when Greg Dervis, the family patriarch, was rushed to the hospital with a brain clot that required emergency surgery. Don't miss Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it "He needed to go to the ICU, but the hospital wouldn't put him in ICU until I gave them $10,000," Greg's wife, Bonnie, shared with CBS News. Now, Greg and Bonnie are stranded in the Dominican Republic, staring at a mountain of debt as they wait for Greg to be cleared for a flight back to the U.S. 'Twenty-five grand total I've done so far' As the Dervises learned at the hospital, Greg's diagnosis was quite a serious matter. "They had to remove the whole blood clot and part of his skull to reduce the swelling," said Bonnie, who later realized that their travel insurance does not cover overseas medical treatments, including Greg's surgery. "I needed $15,000 just to give them to do the brain surgery. Twenty-five grand total I've done so far," said Bonnie, adding up the cost of Greg's admission to ICU along with the surgery. Greg received the surgery and was released from the ICU. He's reportedly talking and recognizes Bonnie, but due to the swelling from the blood clot, Greg is not medically cleared to fly on a commercial flight for at least six weeks. And while their son, Cole, has returned to the U.S., Bonnie and Greg are now stranded in the Dominican Republic until the latter is cleared for a flight home. "It's really hard on Cole because he feels bad,' said Bonnie. 'He doesn't know what to do either… and then he's worried about me, because I'm alone in a different country all by myself." With the Dervises in a tough situation, friends and family started a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the family's mounting medical bills and living expenses in the Dominican Republic. As of July 16, the fundraiser had netted more than $33,000, with the goal of raising $100,000 for the Dervis family. Read more: Americans are 'revenge saving' to survive — but millions only get a measly 1% on their savings. Why travel insurance is worth the cost According to a 2023 survey from Business Insider, only 38% of American travelers purchased travel insurance, while 14% said they purchased insurance but were not sure which kind. Of the 62% of travelers that didn't purchase travel insurance, 35% said they chose not to do so because they had traveled before and didn't think they needed it. But as the Dervis family learned the hard way, medical emergencies can pop up at any time during a vacation. Even travelers who do purchase insurance often don't read the fine print in order to completely understand their coverage, which is what may have happened with Bonnie and Greg. American travelers should also be aware of the fact that medical coverage standards and procedures abroad may differ significantly from what we're used to in the U.S. Additionally, medical costs can vary significantly, which is something the Dervises found out firsthand. According to Expat Financial, an online resource for Americans living abroad, healthcare in the Dominican Republic is expensive, particularly in tourist areas such as Sosua and Punta Cana, where the Dervis family was staying. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage typically costs between 5% and 10% of your total trip cost, according to industry data. For a $5,000 vacation, that means spending $250 to $500 on insurance, which might seem expensive but could end up being a lifesaver. How to protect yourself before traveling internationally Not all travel insurance is created equal when it comes to medical emergencies abroad. Many basic policies focus primarily on trip cancellation and lost luggage, with medical coverage as an afterthought. To make sure you're covered for medical emergencies, look for the following coverage: Medical evacuation coverage of at least $250,000. Primary (not secondary) medical coverage. Coverage for pre-existing conditions. Direct payment to medical providers (so you don't have to pay upfront) If you're planning an international trip, the U.S. State Department also has a few recommendations: Purchase comprehensive travel insurance with specific medical evacuation coverage. Bring documentation about your medications and medical history. Register with the U.S. embassy in your destination country through the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. Research the quality of medical care at your destination. Consider traveling with a credit card that offers robust emergency medical benefits. Keep digital copies of your insurance documents accessible from anywhere. The Dervis family's experience serves as a sobering reminder that even carefully planned vacations can quickly turn into medical and financial emergencies — and that spending a few hundred dollars on comprehensive travel insurance before your trip might be the best money you ever spend. What to read next This tiny hot Costco item has skyrocketed 74% in price in under 2 years — but now the retail giant is restricting purchases. Here's how to buy the coveted asset in bulk Here are the 6 levels of wealth for retirement-age Americans — are you near the top or bottom of the pyramid? Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Money doesn't have to be complicated — sign up for the free Moneywise newsletter for actionable finance tips and news you can use. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Illinois couple stranded in the Caribbean, facing $25K in medical bills after husband needed emergency surgery
The Dervis family's vacation to the Dominican Republic was supposed to be a celebration, but things took a scary turn when an emergency trip to the hospital left two of them stranded in the Caribbean. The family joined about 30 people from the Johnsburg, Illinois area on a trip to celebrate their children's graduation from high school when Greg Dervis, the family patriarch, was rushed to the hospital with a brain clot that required emergency surgery. Don't miss Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it "He needed to go to the ICU, but the hospital wouldn't put him in ICU until I gave them $10,000," Greg's wife, Bonnie, shared with CBS News. Now, Greg and Bonnie are stranded in the Dominican Republic, staring at a mountain of debt as they wait for Greg to be cleared for a flight back to the U.S. 'Twenty-five grand total I've done so far' As the Dervises learned at the hospital, Greg's diagnosis was quite a serious matter. "They had to remove the whole blood clot and part of his skull to reduce the swelling," said Bonnie, who later realized that their travel insurance does not cover overseas medical treatments, including Greg's surgery. "I needed $15,000 just to give them to do the brain surgery. Twenty-five grand total I've done so far," said Bonnie, adding up the cost of Greg's admission to ICU along with the surgery. Greg received the surgery and was released from the ICU. He's reportedly talking and recognizes Bonnie, but due to the swelling from the blood clot, Greg is not medically cleared to fly on a commercial flight for at least six weeks. And while their son, Cole, has returned to the U.S., Bonnie and Greg are now stranded in the Dominican Republic until the latter is cleared for a flight home. "It's really hard on Cole because he feels bad,' said Bonnie. 'He doesn't know what to do either… and then he's worried about me, because I'm alone in a different country all by myself." With the Dervises in a tough situation, friends and family started a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the family's mounting medical bills and living expenses in the Dominican Republic. As of July 16, the fundraiser had netted more than $33,000, with the goal of raising $100,000 for the Dervis family. Read more: Americans are 'revenge saving' to survive — but millions only get a measly 1% on their savings. Why travel insurance is worth the cost According to a 2023 survey from Business Insider, only 38% of American travelers purchased travel insurance, while 14% said they purchased insurance but were not sure which kind. Of the 62% of travelers that didn't purchase travel insurance, 35% said they chose not to do so because they had traveled before and didn't think they needed it. But as the Dervis family learned the hard way, medical emergencies can pop up at any time during a vacation. Even travelers who do purchase insurance often don't read the fine print in order to completely understand their coverage, which is what may have happened with Bonnie and Greg. American travelers should also be aware of the fact that medical coverage standards and procedures abroad may differ significantly from what we're used to in the U.S. Additionally, medical costs can vary significantly, which is something the Dervises found out firsthand. According to Expat Financial, an online resource for Americans living abroad, healthcare in the Dominican Republic is expensive, particularly in tourist areas such as Sosua and Punta Cana, where the Dervis family was staying. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage typically costs between 5% and 10% of your total trip cost, according to industry data. For a $5,000 vacation, that means spending $250 to $500 on insurance, which might seem expensive but could end up being a lifesaver. How to protect yourself before traveling internationally Not all travel insurance is created equal when it comes to medical emergencies abroad. Many basic policies focus primarily on trip cancellation and lost luggage, with medical coverage as an afterthought. To make sure you're covered for medical emergencies, look for the following coverage: Medical evacuation coverage of at least $250,000. Primary (not secondary) medical coverage. Coverage for pre-existing conditions. Direct payment to medical providers (so you don't have to pay upfront) If you're planning an international trip, the U.S. State Department also has a few recommendations: Purchase comprehensive travel insurance with specific medical evacuation coverage. Bring documentation about your medications and medical history. Register with the U.S. embassy in your destination country through the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. Research the quality of medical care at your destination. Consider traveling with a credit card that offers robust emergency medical benefits. Keep digital copies of your insurance documents accessible from anywhere. The Dervis family's experience serves as a sobering reminder that even carefully planned vacations can quickly turn into medical and financial emergencies — and that spending a few hundred dollars on comprehensive travel insurance before your trip might be the best money you ever spend. What to read next This tiny hot Costco item has skyrocketed 74% in price in under 2 years — but now the retail giant is restricting purchases. Here's how to buy the coveted asset in bulk Here are the 6 levels of wealth for retirement-age Americans — are you near the top or bottom of the pyramid? Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Money doesn't have to be complicated — sign up for the free Moneywise newsletter for actionable finance tips and news you can use. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
