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Glasgow Times
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Robert Carlyle cast as Sherlock Holmes in TV adaptation
The Glaswegian actor, best known for his iconic performances in Trainspotting, The Full Monty, and 28 Weeks Later, will appear in a recurring role alongside Morris Chestnut, who stars as Dr John Watson in the medical drama series. Watson offers a modern twist on the classic detective stories, focusing not on criminal investigations, but on complex medical mysteries. READ MORE: 19 incredible photos of US props taking over Glasgow streets for Spiderman filming The show follows Watson and his team as they work to diagnose and treat some of the world's rarest diseases. Season two picks up with the team continuing their mission after defeating Moriarty in the previous season. Series showrunner Craig Sweeny confirmed the casting news, saying: 'We are thrilled to have the mighty Robert Carlyle join the cast of Watson in season two. "The man has played iconic roles in projects like Trainspotting, The Full Monty, and 28 Weeks Later, and now he steps into the shoes of the most iconic detective of all—Sherlock Holmes. "When Watson's best friend and former partner makes a shocking reappearance in his life, Watson is forced to confront their shared past—and a secret that may lie buried within Watson's own body.' The introduction of Sherlock Holmes comes as something of a surprise, as Sweeny had previously stated there were no plans to feature the character in the series. READ MORE: 'Painful': Lulu makes desperate plea with Sharon Osbourne hours before Ozzy's funeral In an interview from January, he explained to Deadline: 'If you have Watson front and centre, to allow that character to shine, you definitely don't want him competing with the most famous character in all of literature. "So a very natural construction for me was to begin with the death of Holmes at Reichenbach Falls.' At the time, he added: 'My belief is that Holmes is gone. I don't want to be held to that if there's some great story that presents itself, but I don't believe that we're ever going to feature Sherlock as an ongoing character in the show Watson—at this time.' The second season of Watson premieres at 10 p.m. on Monday, October 13, on CBS, and will also be available to stream on Paramount+.
Scotsman
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
XSite Braehead's Summer Fest brings together thousands for an unforgettable weekend
Highlights included performances from returning Glaswegian headliner Daniel Docherty and a range of fantastic activities from circus workshops and arts & crafts to stilt walkers and bubble artists. In addition, Strictly St Vincent 2024 winners, Ian and Karen, gave crowds a dazzling performance, raising awareness and inspiring aspiring dancers to enter the upcoming charity dance event to raise funds for St Vincent's Hospice. Taking place on November 21 at the stunning Ingliston Country Club, participants will strut their stuff after completing a free three-month training programme – no experience necessary! Budding performers looking to raise funds towards a brilliant local cause can apply at: That's not all! Across the weekend, Capital Scotland gave five lucky winners £100 vouchers to spend at some of XSite's top brands, including ODEON, Gravity, Paradise Island Adventure Golf, Frankie & Benny's and The Good Hood. Bruce Harley, XSite Braehead Centre Manager, said:'We were thrilled to see the community come together for such a fun-filled weekend. Summer Fest was bursting with energy, and it was amazing to see so many families creating unforgettable memories at XSite.' 1 . Contributed Strictly St Vincent at XSite Braehead Photo: Submitted Photo Sales 2 . Contributed Strictly St Vincent at XSite Braehead Photo: Submitted Photo Sales 3 . Contributed Strictly St Vincent outside XSite Braehead Photo: Submitted Photo Sales
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Myra Hindley's sister's tragic life from attacks and accusations to early death
Away from helping to expose her sister Myra Hindley's sick crimes, Maureen Smith's life was marred by tragedy from miscarriage to marriage breakdowns and violent threats Maureen Smith and her husband David once looked up to her older sister Myra Hindley and her partner Ian Brady. The couples grew closer as the mid '60s approached, spending evenings together listening to music and drinking in their homes in east Manchester. When Maureen and David lost their first child, a daughter, at the age of six months, her older sister and her 'eccentric' partner were a source of support. Myra even had a car, which meant the foursome could escape to the nearby Saddleworth Moors for fresh air and solace. The teenagers had no idea the wide expanse of moorland they were relaxing on was the final resting place of four innocent children. For sick Hindley and Brady - two of the most notorious murderers this country had ever seen - had abducted, sexually assaulted and strangled John Kilbride, 12, Lesley Ann Downey, 10, Pauline Reade, 16 and 12-year-old Keith Bennett in 1963 and 1964, before disposing of their bodies across the remote location. The horrific murders have now been plunged back into the spotlight as Ian Brady's secret diary has been discovered and point to a chilling detail that could spark a brand new investigation. David would later call his friendship with evil Brady a "car crash" moment. "There was no indication whatsoever," he said of the days before he found out the truth. "He was a slightly eccentric friend. That's all." In October 1965, David had arrived at Hindley and Brady's home in Hattersley, Greater Manchester, to find the Glaswegian beating 17-year-old Edward Evans to death. He helped the couple clean up the house, with Edward's body wrapped in polythene and placed in an upstairs bedroom. The terrified teenager fled under the pretence of fetching a pram to help dispose of Evans' body. Reaching his council flat home, he vomited in the bathroom and woke up his sleeping wife. Maureen persuaded him to report the murder, the fifth committed by the serial killers, to the police. When light dawned at 6am, they walked to a phone box between the two houses, armed with makeshift weapons to ward off any approach from the evil couple and dialled 999. Brady, 27, was arrested and police went on to find evidence connecting him to missing children from the area. The shocking truth about the stock clerk and his secretary lover's evil actions began to unravel but Hindley, 23, would deny any involvement, claiming David was her lover's true accomplice. Instead, David was the prosecution's star witness against the serial killer couple, who continued to claim he was involved in their vile crimes. But while senior police officers were sure this wasn't the case, the public weren't convinced, leading to bricks being thrown through his window and graffiti declaring 'Child Killers Live Here' daubed on his home. David was later jailed after a fight with someone who confronted him in a pub. Maureen, who had three children with her first husband, was also targeted by locals, who were furious at the actions of her only sister. After her first marriage ended, she had a further child with her second husband Bill Scott and was in her 30s when she died of a brain haemorrhage in 1980. Violence over Maureen's links to her sister, dubbed "the most evil woman in Britain", would even break out at her funeral at Blackley Crematorium, with the instigator believed to be a relative of one of the sick couple's victims. Maureen's ex David remarried, moved to Galway in Ireland and had a daughter with his second wife Mary Flaherty. She said he had remained haunted by his friendship with Hindley and Brady up until his death in 2012 at the age of 65. Hindley died in hospital aged 60 in 2002 and Brady was 79 when he died at a high-security psychiatric hospital in Liverpool in 2017. Keith Bennett's body has never been found and his mother Winnie Johnson died of cancer in 2012. She had never given up hope of finding her missing son.
Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Thousands attended XSite Braehead's Summer Fest this year
Thousands of visitors attended this year's Summer Fest at XSite Braehead. The event included performances from Glaswegian headliner Daniel Docherty and activities such as circus workshops, arts and crafts, stilt walkers, and bubble artists. Capital Scotland also ran a competition throughout the weekend, giving away £100 vouchers to spend at XSite's top brands. Read more: In pictures: Thousands enjoy Glasgow family festival These included ODEON, Gravity, Paradise Island Adventure Golf, Frankie & Benny's, and The Good Hood. Bruce Harley, centre manager at XSite Braehead, said: "We were thrilled to see the community come together for such a fun-filled weekend. "Summer Fest was bursting with energy, and it was amazing to see so many families creating unforgettable memories at XSite." Read more: 'We couldn't be happier': Braehead's classic car show raises more than £1,000 This year's Summer Fest also saw Strictly St Vincent 2024 winners Ian and Karen take to the stage with a crowd-pleasing routine. The talented pair encouraged aspiring dancers to sign up for the next charity dance event, which raises money for St Vincent's Hospice. Taking place on November 21 at Ingliston Country Club, this event invites participants to take part in a free three-month training programme, with no prior experience required. To find out more about the event, including how to apply, visit the St Vincent's Hospice website.
Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow tourists warned as tsunamis expected at holiday spot
This follows an 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia on Monday, July 29. The massive quake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula has caused tsunami warnings to be issued across the Pacific. Hawaii, Peru, Ecuador, eastern China, and multiple areas along the west coast of the United States are all on alert. READ MORE: Evacuations underway as Glasgow tourists given urgent alert after volcano erupts Peru and the Galápagos Islands off Ecuador have taken preventative measures and begun evacuations. The west coast of South America is roughly 8000 miles from the quake's epicentre. Eastern China is also on high alert, with waves predicted to hit coastal regions in Shanghai and Zhejiang provinces. After the quake, a tsunami struck coastal regions of Russia and Japan. A port town on Russia's Kuril Islands was flooded, which led authorities in Sakhalin to declare a state of emergency. Japan has reported tsunami heights of 60 centimetres in Hamanaka, on the northern island of Hokkaido. READ MORE: Glaswegian tourists warned after huge earthquake hits Spanish holiday hotspot This is an increase from the initial 40cm recorded at Kuji Port in Iwate, on Honshu, Japan's main island. Although no injuries or significant damage have been reported so far, evacuation advisories have been issued to over 1.9 million people, including around 10,500 in Hokkaido. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has warned that tsunami waves could reach heights of up to three metres, with dozens of waves already observed. The Philippines has warned coastal provinces facing the Pacific to prepare for possible waves under one metre. New Zealand's National Emergency Management Agency has also issued a warning of "strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges" along the country's coastlines. In Alaska, minor tsunami activity has been recorded. Waves under 30 centimetres above tide levels were observed in Amchitka and Adak, according to Dave Snider, tsunami warning coordinator at the National Tsunami Warning Centre in Alaska. READ MORE: Glasgow tourists warned against these holiday spots due to 'potential loss of life' Authorities across the Pacific region are closely monitoring the situation, with the potential for further tsunami waves still present. Emergency services in these regions are on high alert, with widespread evacuations and precautionary measures still in effect. Residents and travellers in affected areas are urged to follow official guidance and remain vigilant as aftershocks and secondary waves remain a threat.
