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Edinburgh Live
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Kate Middleton's brutally honest response when told she's lucky to have Prince William
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The romance between Prince William and his wife Kate, while unfolding under the intense glare of royal life, shares many similarities with love stories across the UK. The couple first crossed paths as students at the University of St Andrews, where a budding friendship blossomed into a deeper connection. Post-university life in London saw Kate and William navigate a lengthy courtship, punctuated by a brief split, before they committed to a future together. In his youth, Prince William was considered one of the country's most sought-after bachelors, an era the media coined 'Willsmania'. Despite the frenzy over her high-profile partner, Kate remained grounded. When a friend suggested she was fortunate to be with the prince, Kate's self-assured retort was telling. READ MORE - Meghan Markle's honest one-word response when asked about meeting Kate Middleton READ MORE - Award-winning East Lothian Italian restaurant hits the market in search of new owners "He's lucky to have me," she confidently declared, as reported by Claudia Joseph, author of 'Kate Middleton: Princess in Waiting'. With just five words, Kate asserted her stance, a sentiment evidently shared by Prince William himself. After enduring an exceptionally tough year, which saw the future Queen undergoing cancer treatment and retreating from her public duties to concentrate on her recovery and well-being, Prince William shared a touching tribute to his wife on social media for her 43rd birthday earlier this year, reports the Mirror. "To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you've shown over the last year has been remarkable," read William's heartfelt message. "George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you. W." On Valentine's Day, the couple delivered yet another tender social media post – reportedly their first-ever public recognition of the romantic holiday. They uploaded a photo capturing them cozily seated on a picnic rug in a wooded setting; with William planting a kiss on Kate's cheek as she smiles radiantly, clasping his hands. Not typically known for PDAs, the Duke and Duchess revealed an unexpected side this Valentine's Day. Accompanied by a heart emoji, the sentimental post stresses their dedication to nurturing their relationship after a challenging spell – which also involved Prince Charles, William's father, battling cancer. Catherine's announcement of her completed cancer treatment was coupled with a poignant statement, expressing that the ordeal had given her a newfound perspective on life. "The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown. "The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you. "With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything. "This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved."
Forbes
19 hours ago
- Climate
- Forbes
‘Extreme' Northern Lights Alert: 27 States May See Aurora This Weekend During Intense Storm
Scotland, East Lothian, silhouette of woman standing on Seacliff Beach watching Northern lights The Northern Lights may be visible from 27 U.S. states on Sunday, June 1 through Monday, June 2, 2025, after a massive geomagnetic storm was forecast by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. "By as early as midday on 01 Jun to early on 02Jun, conditions are expected to increase rapidly with the arrival of the CME from 31 May," said a NOAA post, referring to the arrival of a coronal mass ejection — a huge cloud of charged particles — from he sun. "G3-G4 (Strong-Severe) conditions are likely, with a chance for G5 (Extreme) levels on 01-02 Jun," said NOAA. The effects of the CME could last through Tuesday, June 3. However, NOAA added that, "While confidence is high for CME arrival at Earth, confidence is much lower for timing and magnitude." The effect on darkness hours of Earth's tilt as we approach the solstice on June 21 make the U.S. currently one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. NOAA has also dropped an aurora viewline forecast that indicates that aurora may be seen from 27 U.S. states. According to NOAA, this display may be seen in northern skies from northern Washington, northern Idaho, Montana, northeast Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan and Maine — and many others. Regions closest to the border with Canada will have the highest possibility of seeing the aurora. The potential displays of aurora borealis tonight have a predicted Kp index of 7.67. According to NOAA, that means 'the aurora will move even further from the poles and will become quite bright and active. At this geomagnetic activity level, it might be possible to see the aurora from the northern edge of the United States.' NOAA's aurora viewline forecast for Sunday, June1, 2025. Here are some tips for seeing the aurora: The solar wind is a stream of charged particles from the sun interacting with Earth's magnetic field. They're super-charged by a coronal mass ejection that travels to Earth over a few days. Aurora is typically seen in polar regions at around latitudes of 70 degrees north and south, but during extreme geomagnetic conditions — usually when CMEs arrive at Earth one after another, or in tandem — the auroral oval can bulge, with displays then seen as low as 25 degrees north and south of the equator. Follow my page for the latest Northern Lights forecast. Wishing you clear skies and wide eyes.
Daily Record
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Tranent hero Dean Brett swaps Benidorm for Broadwood as he chases Junior Cup glory
It's sod's law, but the 32-year-old former Cowdenbeath and Bonnyrigg Rose full back admits he wouldn't miss this opportunity for the world. Dean Brett should be on the final leg of a stag bender in Benidorm today. Instead the Tranent hero is hoping to kick off the mother of all booze-ups at Broadwood. Brett has had to pull out of his best mate's pre-wedding bash in Spain after his two goals in a 3-2 semi final win over Drumchapel helped his hometown club into the Junior Cup Final against Johnstone Burgh. It's sod's law. But the 32-year-old former Cowdenbeath and Bonnyrigg Rose full back admits he wouldn't miss this opportunity for the world. Not only is it the 90th anniversary of Tranent's only previous triumph in the competition, it also happens to be the East Lothian town's gala day. And it's all gearing up to be the most memorable occasion of Brett's career. He said: 'I was meant to be in Benidorm this weekend on a stag do. I just had to cancel that last week. 'My mate Mikey's getting married in September - I miss the wedding as well because I'm just flying home from my holiday that day. Maybe it's a sign. 'You can't really just say, it's only a game of football I'm not playing. 'I thought about going for the first two days then coming back for the final. 'I even scored two goals in the semi and we were out in the pub and I said to the committee: 'I've just scored two goals, surely that deserves a flight home on the Saturday?' 'But they just said, 'Dean you're on a stag do, it's not really good preparation!' 'It's hard to argue with that. They've been brilliant. The club paid for my cancellation. 'To be fair Mikey understands. His uncle has called off from Benidorm too because he's running buses through to the game. 'It's a massive day for the town. 'I'm from Tranent and everybody you pass, all the kids at the school when I'm on the school run, they're like, 'oh, we're going to watch you on Sunday' 'I do coaching as well so the kids have all asked for tickets. There's a real buzz about it now. It's a massive game. 'It's 90 years exactly since Tranent won the Junior Cup - 1935. 'Not just that but it's Tranent Gala Day too, I think all the local pubs are showing it live on telly. 'It maybe puts a dampener on the ticket's sold, but honestly it's a massive. 'If Tranent win the Junior Cup on the town's gala day then it'll be remembered for a long, long time so, aye, it is massive this week.' Brett has two league winners' medals with Cowdenbeath and was a play-off champion with Bonnyrigg three years ago. But he reckons a Junior Cup triumph with his hometown club would top the lot. He'll have a full row of Broadwood cheering him on with mum and dad Karen and Neil, partner Leanne and kids Arlo and Mia all heading to Cumbernauld. And he said: 'My mum's a nervous wreck. She's Tranent through and through. 'Dad's followed my career right from the start. Cowdenbeath games away to Peterhead and everything and every Bonnyrigg game. 'He's kind of stopped because he's getting older and loves spending time with my kids. But he'll be at Broadwood desperate for us to win. 'When I first broke through at Cowdenbeath we won League One under Colin Cameron. 'I always say that when you feel high, you feel high and it doesn't matter the occasion, you're going to feel high anyway. 'So if we win on Sunday - it's a big 'if' because Johnstone Burgh are a good team - but if there was success I think that would be my best moment. Just for coming to the end of the career, it's a massive cup, it's the 90 year anniversary of Tranent's only success in it and doing it for the town, for your mates, for your friends. 'It'd probably top it all off, to be honest with you.'
Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
East Lothian bingo caller's heartwarming tribute to brother ahead of BGT final
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info East Lothian holiday park bingo caller Vinnie McKee is just one performance away from potentially clinching the title of this year's Britain's Got Talent champion. The 29 year old Glaswegian from Ruchazie is counting on Scotland's support as he prepares to take the stage in tonight's eagerly anticipated live final. Vinnie, who has been deeply affected by the loss of his brother Frankie last year to a suspected irregular heartbeat, believes his brother will be with him in spirit during his performance. The entertainer, who works at Dunbar's Thurston Manor Holiday Park, impressed with his rendition of The Proclaimers' classic 'I'm Gonna Be (500 miles)' at his audition and earned Simon Cowell's golden buzzer in the process. Vinnie said: "When I step on stage tonight my brother will be there with me and I will 100 per cent be singing for him." He recounted feeling his late brother's presence during the live semi-final, saying: "I felt Frankie beside me when I sang in the live semi-final. I spoke to him before I went on saying he better be on stage waiting for me as I could not walk out there myself and he was.", reports the Daily Record. Vinnie opened up about the profound impact his brother's passing had on his family, describing the past year as the most challenging period of their lives, but noted that BGT has brought them a glimmer of hope. He expressed how participating in BGT has been a beacon of light amidst the darkness, stating: "Losing him has been devastating for my whole family. Last year was the worst time of our lives but BGT has given us all something to be excited about. It's been a bit of light at the end of a very long tunnel." Reflecting on his journey to the final, Vinnie revealed the personal significance behind his audition song choice: "When I sang 500 Miles in my audition it was an ode to my brother and everything that has happened to our family." He confessed that while he didn't verbalise the tribute at the time, he believes the emotion resonated in his voice as he performed: "I didn't say that out loud at the time but I think everyone could feel and hear the emotion in my voice as I sang the words. "My mum, dad, sister, aunt and uncle will all be in the audience tonight and Frankie will be with me on stage cheering me on. I want to make him, my family and Scotland proud." Vinnie, who is gearing up to wow at this year's Pride of Scotland Awards, is set for a final showdown alongside LED dance squad The Blackouts, the youthful guitar wizard Olly Pearson, ping pong dance ensemble Ping Pong Pang and humourist Joseph Charm. Joining them in the quest for glory are vocalists Maya Giotea and Stacey Leadbeatter, the impassioned Hear Our Voice choir, nimble nine year old gymnast Binita Chetry, and drag artist songstress Jasmine Rice in the gripping race to clinch the talent show's top honour. While judges Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, Amanda Holden, and Simon Cowell will put forth their critiques, the ultimate decision rests in the hands of the public; Vinnie is counting on passionate support from Scotland to claim victory. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Should he triumph, the soul-stirring crooner would become the second Scot to seize victory on the renowned ITV programme, echoing the success of Jai McDowell, who earned accolades as champion back in 2011. With his semi-final rendition of Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars" leaving audiences captivated, Vinnie expressed: "I am so proud to be flying the flag for Scotland and it would be amazing if the nation got behind me tonight and voted." He added with heartfelt pride, "I feel like I have already won as reaching a final is a huge achievement for a wee boy from the East End of Glasgow." He revealed the shock of performing for millions compared to families at the holiday park: "This is the biggest thing I have ever done and I have to pinch myself sometimes to make sure it is really happening. I'm used to singing in front of a room full of families in a caravan park and now I'm singing live in front of millions." Don't miss the Britain's Got Talent live final airing tonight on ITV1 and ITVX at 7pm.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Vet who 'permanently injured' dog by leaving surgical instrument in its body after op is allowed to keep working - as campaigners say complaints are ignored
A vet who 'permanently injured' a beloved dog by leaving a surgical instrument in its body after an operation has been allowed to continue working - as campaigners accuse industry bodies of ignoring their complaints. Trace Brown, from East Lothian, took her dog Honey to the vets for an operation - but Honey was left seriously ill after she was closed up with the instrument inside her. The mistake meant Honey ended up losing 16 inches of her intestine. Ms Brown had to pay £12,000 for corrective treatment for Honey, but no action has been taken against the vet in question, while she has been offered just £120 in compensation. It comes as an investigation by Which? has revealed pet owners are frequently dismissed or ignored when they complain about a vet, and that the industry complaints system is 'not fit for purpose'. According to government research, the vet market has the third lowest rate of positive resolutions to 'detrimental' experiences, with just 31 percent of people receiving what they asked for or more. This is compared to 52 percent across all sectors. Ms Brown took Honey's case to the Veterinary Client Mediation Service (VCMS) and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), but received the offer of just £120 and her complaint remained unresolved. It is one of multiple cases flagged by Which? in which a pet owner complained with a legitimate grievance but was not offered appropriate help. The College also dismissed a complaint by Steph Drew, from Lincoln, after a vet operated on the wrong leg of her dog Daisy. After a lengthy appeals process lasting three years, the vet in question was eventually struck off after it was found they had 'failed to provide adequate care' to 18 animals in total. The report comes as the Competition and Markets Authority is already investigating the vet industry amid concerns that just six national operators - of which three are equity firms - own most of Britain's practices. Which? surveyed around 1,000 pet owners who had had an issue with care from their vet in the past two years. Some 53 percent of those surveyed complained over an 'excessive' price, compared to 23 percent over the quality of care or treatment. Pet owners usually have to make an initial complaint to the veterinary practice itself, a practice which makes the process 'awkward at best', according to Which?. If not satisfied with the outcome, an owner can escalate the complaint, such as by referring it to an independent mediator - but the is a voluntary scheme which not all practices are members of. They can also complain to the Royal College, but the body has a very high threshold for investigating and progressing a complaint. This leaves owners feeling dismissed or that the process is biased towards vets, the consumer body found. Wherever owners may turn, the stats are not in their favour - in 2022, some 99 percent of professional misconduct complaints were not upheld. Which? has made a number of recommendations to improve the process for owners, including asking the government to ensure the regulator for vet services is 'sufficiently equipped to independently enforce consumer law as it relates to the provision of veterinary services'. It added: 'The government needs to update the regulatory framework to allow regulation at a practice level rather than solely at individual professional level.' The body also said practices should be required to have a written complaint process 'based on specified criteria to ensure consistency in how complaints are defined, handled and signposted'.
