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Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- General
- Glasgow Times
Serious nuclear incident took place at Faslane naval base
HMNB Clyde on Gare Loch is home to all of the Royal Navy's submarines, including the Vanguard class which are armed with Trident missiles and the nuclear-powered Astute class hunter-killer vessels. Any incidents involving incidents, inspections, and regulatory activities at the base are recorded by the Ministry of Defence. Nuclear Site Event Reports (NSERs) are graded on a scale from Category A through D to 'below scale' which indicates an incident which doesn't meet any of the prior categories. The Ministry of Defence defines a Category A event, the most serious, as being one which carries an "actual or high potential for radioactive release to the environment". Figures released show there was a Category A event at Faslane in the period between January 1 and April 22 this year. The Ministry of Defence did not respond to a request for comment as to the nature of the incident. It is therefore unknown whether radiation was leaked into the environment or whether there was merely a high risk of that transpiring. The incident is the second in the space of two years, with a 2023 incident at Faslane also given the worst risk rating. Previously there had not been a Category A incident at HMNB Clyde since 2008. In total there were five Category B, 29 Category C and 71 Category D incidents at Faslane between April 22, 2024 and the same date this year. At Coulport there were no Category A incidents but 13 Category C incidents did occur along with 34 Category D. A submarine at Faslane (Image: Newsquest) The news comes after the Ministry of Defence admitted that Loch Long, where RNAD Coulport is located, is contaminated with radioactive waste. Established during the Cold War, it is used as the storage and loading facility for the Trident programme. Radioactive material was released into Loch Long after the Royal Navy failed to adequately maintain the network of 1,500 water pipes on the base. A major leak in 2019 saw water contaminated with radioactive tritium discharged directly into the loch. SNP Depute Leader Keith Brown MSP said: 'Nuclear weapons are an ever-present danger and this new information is deeply worrying. 'With repeated reports of serious incidents at Faslane and now confirmed radioactive contamination in Loch Long, it's clear there is a direct threat to our environment, our communities, and our safety. 'Worse still, the Labour government is refusing to provide any details about the Category A incident, or the full extent of the contamination, including who could potentially be affected. 'While Westminster ploughs billions of public money into weapons of mass destruction, the SNP is focused on building a better Scotland. But only with independence, can we scrap Trident, clean up the mess it has left behind, and ensure this kind of reckless nuclear policy is never forced on Scotland again.' READ NEXT: Police force entry into Glasgow home to discover £7k of cannabis READ NEXT: Police Scotland chief ordered to pay £12k to man 'assaulted' by officer in Glasgow The Trident system is designed to act as a deterrent to other nations with nuclear capability, as a first strike on the UK would not eliminate the ability to strike back given some of the country's weapons are continuously at sea. Four Dreadnought submarines, built at a cost of £7.75bn each, will replace the current Vanguard ships and are scheduled to begin entering service in the early 2030s. The concept of a nuclear deterrent is based on the doctrine of Mutual Assured Destruction (MAD), which holds that no country possessing the weapons of mass destruction would use them against another nuclear-armed state because both would be destroyed the fighting. At least one Vanguard submarine is kept on patrol at all times, carrying up to 16 of more than 100 nuclear missiles in stock. The Trident missiles are leased from the United States, with much of the technology used in the system provided directly by the Pentagon. The Ministry of Defence has been approached for comment.
The National
5 days ago
- Politics
- The National
Serious nuclear incident took place at Faslane this year
Figures released to The Herald revealed that a Category A event – the most serious category – took place between January 1 and April 22 this year. According to the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament and Ministry of Defence, a Category A event has an 'actual or high potential for radioactive release to the environment' in breach of safety limits. In answer to a written question, Minister for Defence Procurement Maria Eagle MP also confirmed that between April 2024 and April 2025, five Category B incidents occurred, 29 Category C and 71 Category D. READ MORE: Investigation urged into radioactive leak in Scottish loch and 'cover-up scandal' The Ministry of Defence has been approached for comment. The SNP has called for an urgent explanation from the Labour government, with a separate release of radioactive waste in neighbouring Loch Long also uncovered by The Ferret and The Guardian last week – sparking fresh fears about the environmental and public health impact of the UK's nuclear weapons programme. SNP depute Leader Keith Brown MSP said this new information is 'deeply worrying'. 'With repeated reports of serious incidents at Faslane and now confirmed radioactive contamination in Loch Long, it's clear these weapons are not only poorly maintained but are a direct threat to our environment, our communities, and our safety,' he said. 'Worse still, the Labour government is refusing to provide any details about the Category A incident, or the full extent of the contamination, including who could potentially be affected.' Brown added: 'While Westminster ploughs billions of public money into weapons of mass destruction, the SNP is focused on building a better Scotland. But only with independence, can we scrap Trident, clean up the mess it has left behind, and ensure this kind of reckless nuclear policy is never forced on Scotland again.'
The Herald Scotland
5 days ago
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Serious nuclear incident took place at Faslane naval base
Any incidents involving incidents, inspections, and regulatory activities at the base are recorded by the Ministry of Defence. Nuclear Site Event Reports (NSERs) are graded on a scale from Category A through D to 'below scale' which indicates an incident which doesn't meet any of the prior categories. Read More: The Ministry of Defence defines a Category A event, the most serious, as being one which carries an "actual or high potential for radioactive release to the environment". Figures released show there was a Category A event at Faslane in the period between January 1 and April 22 this year. The Ministry of Defence did not respond to a request for comment as to the nature of the incident. It is therefore unknown whether radiation was leaked into the environment or whether there was merely a high risk of that transpiring. The incident is the second in the space of two years, with a 2023 incident at Faslane also given the worst risk rating. Previously there had not been a Category A incident at HMNB Clyde since 2008. In total there were five Category B, 29 Category C and 71 Category D incidents at Faslane between April 22, 2024 and the same date this year. At Coulport there were no Category A incidents but 13 Category C incidents did occur along with 34 Category D. A submarine at Faslane (Image: Newsquest) The news comes after the Ministry of Defence admitted that Loch Long, where RNAD Coulport is located, is contaminated with radioactive waste. Established during the Cold War, it is used as the storage and loading facility for the Trident programme. Radioactive material was released into Loch Long after the Royal Navy failed to adequately maintain the network of 1,500 water pipes on the base. A major leak in 2019 saw water contaminated with radioactive tritium discharged directly into the loch. SNP Depute Leader Keith Brown MSP said: 'Nuclear weapons are an ever-present danger and this new information is deeply worrying. 'With repeated reports of serious incidents at Faslane and now confirmed radioactive contamination in Loch Long, it's clear there is a direct threat to our environment, our communities, and our safety. 'Worse still, the Labour government is refusing to provide any details about the Category A incident, or the full extent of the contamination, including who could potentially be affected. 'While Westminster ploughs billions of public money into weapons of mass destruction, the SNP is focused on building a better Scotland. But only with independence, can we scrap Trident, clean up the mess it has left behind, and ensure this kind of reckless nuclear policy is never forced on Scotland again.' The Trident system is designed to act as a deterrent to other nations with nuclear capability, as a first strike on the UK would not eliminate the ability to strike back given some of the country's weapons are continuously at sea. Four Dreadnought submarines, built at a cost of £7.75bn each, will replace the current Vanguard ships and are scheduled to begin entering service in the early 2030s. The concept of a nuclear deterrent is based on the doctrine of Mutual Assured Destruction (MAD), which holds that no country possessing the weapons of mass destruction would use them against another nuclear-armed state because both would be destroyed the fighting. At least one Vanguard submarine is kept on patrol at all times, carrying up to 16 of more than 100 nuclear missiles in stock. The Trident missiles are leased from the United States, with much of the technology used in the system provided directly by the Pentagon. The Ministry of Defence has been approached for comment.
Miami Herald
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Washington State Defense Preview 2025: New Transfers, New Look for the Cougar D
Former South Dakota State defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit comes back to Washington State after serving as an assistant for a few Jackrabbit defense was dominant last season. It led the FCS, allowing just under 14 points and fewer than 300 yards per game, was great on third downs, and unstoppable at times at getting into the if it seems like just about everyone from that defense made the trip from Brookings to Pullman, it's because a whole slew of them did. X CFN, Fiu | CFN Facebook | Bluesky Fiu, CFN2025 Washington State PreviewWashington State Offense Breakdown Season Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season - So who's back from last year's Washington State defense? They're mostly in the linebacking corps, with Keith Brown about to become a top tackler in the middle after making 26 tackles as a backup in a few spots. Parker McKenna is a solid veteran who made 39 tackles on the outside, and then it's about the Franci (South Dakota State) made 78 tackles with 11 tackles for loss and seven broken up passes. Former Wazzu Cougar Gavin Barthiel (Utah State) returns to join a slew of former Jackrabbits to build up the depth. - The line is full of 2024 Cougars, too. Raam Stevenson was a decent part of the edge rotation, and now he'll be a main man along with Isaac Terrell, a good-sized junior who needs to rise up and rock in a bigger Baloun (South Dakota State) is a 6-6, 288-pound interior pass rusher who came up with two sacks and 18 tackles despite missing a huge chunk of last season. He's next to 288-pound Bryson Lamb, a decent part of last year's rotation. - Jamorri Colson is expected to go from backup to starter at one corner job, and then it's all transfers, starting with senior all-star Colby Humphrey (South Dakota State), a great-tackling option who can get Durrance (South Dakota State) made 63 stops with three picks at one safety spot for the Jackrabbits, and All-MVC selection Tucker Large (South Dakota State) added 34 tackles and three interceptions alongside him. Season Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season2025 Washington State PreviewWashington State Offense Breakdown © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
USA Today
08-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Top 10 all-time leading receivers in Alabama football history
Top 10 all-time leading receivers in Alabama football history Throughout the storied history of the Alabama Crimson Tide football program, there has no been shortage of talent at the receiver position. For example, Alabama has seen a wide receiver win the Heisman Trophy before, along with others win the Biletnikoff Award, which is presented annually to college football's top wide receiver. The Crimson Tide have also placed many wide receivers into the NFL over the years as well, a lengthy list that includes multiple first round picks. Looking at that group, some of those same names amassed those accolades due to their performance on-field for the Crimson Tide, a talking point that still exists today for some. That is because a few of those names still rank among the greatest wide receivers in program history, with the stats certainly there to back it up, in particular when it comes to receiving yards. Here are the Top 10 leading receivers in Alabama football history entering the 2025 season, starting with No. 10: 10. Freddie Milons (1998-2001) We begin at the No. 10 spot with Freddie Milons, a four-year player at Alabama from 1998-2001 who concluded his Crimson Tide career with 1,859 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 152 receptions. Milons' top season with the Crimson Tide was likely his 1999 campaign in which he hauled in 65 receptions for a career-high 733 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 178 yards and a score. 9. Keith Brown (2004-07) A four-year player at Alabama from 2004-07, Keith Brown ended his Crimson Tide career with 1,863 receiving yards, which he amassed over 117 receptions with 13 touchdowns. Brown's best season with the Crimson Tide was likely his 2005 sophomore campaign in which he hauled in 34 receptions for a career-high 642 yards and four scores, but an argument can likely be made his 2006 as well. 8. Ozzie Newsome (1974-77) At the time he came through Tuscaloosa, Alabama had likely not seen a receiver better than Ozzie Newsome, who ended his Crimson Tide career with 2,070 yards and 16 touchdowns on only 102 receptions from 1974-77. Likely Newsome's best season at Alabama was his last in 1977, a year in which he led the SEC with 804 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 36 receptions. 7. John Metchie III (2019-21) John Metchie III was a three-year player at Alabama from 2019-21 who ended his Crimson Tide career with 2,081 receiving yards on 155 receptions and 14 touchdowns. Metchie won one national championship at Alabama back in 2020, and his best season in Tuscaloosa was in 2021 campaign in which he hauled in 96 receptions for a career-high 1,142 yards and eight touchdowns. 6. Julio Jones (2008-10) One of the most talented players to ever come through Tuscaloosa, regardless of position, Julio Jones racked up 2,653 yards from across three seasons from 2008-10, doing so on 179 receptions with 15 touchdowns. A one-time national champion at Alabama in 2009, Jones' top season with the Crimson Tide came back in 2010 when he had 78 receptions for 1,133 yards and seven touchdowns. 5. Jerry Jeudy (2017-19) A three-year player at Alabama from 2017-19 who won a national championship his first year in Tuscaloosa, Jeudy ended his Crimson Tide career with 2,742 receiving yards and 26 touchdowns on 159 receptions. A one-time national champion in 2017, Jeudy's top season in Tuscaloosa was likely his 2018 campaign in which he hauled in 68 receptions for 1,315 yards and a SEC-leading 14 touchdowns. 4. Calvin Ridley (2015-17) Ridley holds a slim lead over Jeudy previously with 2,781 career receiving yards across his three years from 2015-17 in Tuscaloosa, combining that total with 224 receptions and 19 touchdowns. The former Alabama wide receiver had a phenomenal freshman season that was likely his best in Tuscaloosa, leading the SEC with 89 receptions for 1,045 yards and seven touchdowns. 3. DJ Hall (2004-07) A four-year player at Alabama from 2004-07, DJ Hall was the Crimson Tide's all-time leading receiver for multiple years at one point, ending his time in Tuscaloosa with 2,923 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns on 194 receptions. Hall's top season at Alabama is likely a toss-up between his 2006 and 2007 campaign's in which he had 1,000+ yards during both, but if a pick had to be made the former sticks out with a career-high 1,056 yards and five scores on 62 receptions. 2. Amari Cooper (2012-14) Alabama's all-time leading receiver up until recent season's, Amari Cooper ended his three-year career with the Crimson Tide from 2012-14 with a combined 3,463 receiving yards on 228 total receptions, which he also turned into 31 touchdowns. A one-time national champion in 2012, Cooper's best season at Alabama was his 2014 where he led college football with 124 receptions, as well as the SEC with 1,727 yards and 16 touchdowns. 1. DeVonta Smith (2017-20) The all-time leading receiving in Alabama football history is DeVonta Smith, an accomplished four-year player with the Crimson Tide who amassed 3,965 yards from 2017-20, along with 235 career receptions and 46 touchdowns. Winning two national championships at Alabama in 2017 and 2020, Smith's best season in Tuscaloosa was easily one in which he won the 2020 Heisman Trophy with 117 receptions for 1,856 yards and 23 touchdowns, leading college football in all three categories. 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