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Scottish Sun
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Popular Scots attraction announces shock closure & staff axed amid ‘spiralling' costs
The exact date of the closure was revealed A HUGELY popular Scottish attraction has announced it will be closing down, leaving punters shocked. Elgin Ice Rink has been a popular spot for families and friends to flock to over the years. 2 The ice rink at the Moray Leisure Centre will close next month Credit: Google Maps It has also been home to the many of the clubs who took to the ice and got youngsters involved in ice sports. But bosses say they have been forced to close the doors of the ice rink amid "spiralling" energy costs. Moray Leisure Centre chiefs announced the shock closure but said the gym and pool will be staying open. There will still also be fitness classes and wellbeing programmes. It was announced the ice rink will be closing for August 4. A spokesperson for MLC said: "It is with deep regret that we share the ice rink at Moray Leisure Centre will close from Monday 4th August. "This incredibly difficult decision has been made to help protect the long-term future of the wider leisure centre, ensuring we can continue to serve our community through our pool, gym, fitness classes, and wellbeing programmes. "We know how disappointing this news will be for many. Our thoughts are especially with our dedicated ice team, and all the clubs, coaches, and Skate Pass members who are being contacted directly. "We understand how deeply this affects everyone who has built a strong and passionate community around the rink — and we share in that disappointment. "Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we focus on keeping Moray Leisure Centre a place for health, connection and community." Major card chain with 163 shops launches closing down sales ahead of shutting its doors for good The devastating news of the ice rink's permanent closure shocked locals. The Moray Figure Skating Club posted to their Facebook page: "We have heard now directly from MLC that they plan to permanently close the ice rink on 4th August, due to spiralling costs. "If there is any way of fighting this then we will of course explore any options." Local leaders have even vowed to work with leisure centre chiefs to help find a solution to their soaring energy bills. Moray Council Leader, Cllr Kathleen Robertson, said: "Moray Council is aware of the decision by the Moray Leisure Ltd Board to close the ice rink at Moray Leisure Centre from 4 August 2025. "While this is clearly a difficult decision for them, rising energy costs are being felt across all industries and in homes around the country, so it's also an understandable measure to take to ensure financial viability for the rest of the facility. "I appreciate this disappointing news will be devastating for the clubs who use the ice rink regularly and can confirm Moray Council will continue to work with the Board and management team to help identify and implement energy saving measures and facility efficiencies." Moray MSP Richard Lochhead added: "The closure of Moray's only ice rink will come as a huge blow given the popularity of the facility with local families, figure skating and other clubs. "Indeed, this morning I passed young people enjoying themselves as they skated on the ice when I was down at the Leisure Centre and now we have an announcement that it is to close. "Moray Leisure Centre is not alone in struggling with soaring energy costs and inflation, with nearby ice facilities in Inverness and Aberdeen having to turn to crowdfunding to covering increasing costs. "Tackling energy costs and ensuring that we benefit from the massive energy resources on our doorstep should be top of the UK Government's agenda. "In the meantime I intend to meet Moray Leisure Centre's Management in the coming days and have written urgently to the Scottish Government ask if anything can be done to help and seeking advice on how we can support Moray and Scotland's ice rinks that are such high users of energy. "I'm also seeking clarity from Moray Council on its response due to its significant interest in the centre and the fact that none of us will want to see Moray lose its only ice rink."
Indian Express
a day ago
- Indian Express
Delhi man electrocuted by wife, lover: Hatched plot over 3 months — Instagram chats gave them away
Sushmita (35) and Karan Dev (36) had been married for several years. He owned an artificial jewellery shop, metres away from his house in Dwarka's Uttam Nagar. She was a homemaker. They were parents to a six-year-old. But Karan was allegedly violent towards his wife — he slapped her last year in October, just a day before Karva Chauth, said a police officer. One-and-a-half years ago, an affair began between Sushmita and Karan's cousin, Rahul (25), said police. 'She confided in him about her husband's violent behaviour… she had been contemplating leaving him (Karan) for the past year,' said the officer. Three months ago, Sushmita allegedly told Rahul that Karan's death was the only way out for her. Since then, the police officer said, the two had been allegedly plotting to kill the husband and make it look like an accident. The duo put their plan into action on July 13. According to police, Sushmita allegedly laced Karan's dinner with 12 sleeping pills and the two later electrocuted him. On Friday, Sushmita and Rahul were arrested for murder. 'The two killed Karan and passed it off as an accidental death,' said an officer. How the plot unravelled It was from Instagram chats between the two — accessed by investigators — that police pieced together what happened on the night of the murder. The chats showed Sushmita's frustration when the drugs appeared to have no effect on Karan. 'In one message, she wrote that despite giving him so many medicines, he was not dying. She also asked Rahul how long it would take, as it had been three hours since he ate food,' a police officer said. Rahul then suggested electrocuting him, a police officer said. 'Tie him up with tape and then give him a shock,' one of Rahul's messages read. The pills eventually rendered Karan unconscious. Police said Sushmita called Rahul to the house, and together they stripped an extension cord to expose the live wire. They then allegedly wrapped it around Karan's hand and touched it to his chest — electrocuting him. Sushmita broke the news to the family in a panic, said police. Later that night, the Mata Rooprani Maggo Hospital in Uttam Nagar informed the police about the case. Karan was declared dead on arrival at the hospital, as per the Medico-Legal Case (MLC) report. At that time, the family members did not raise any allegations, and they did not wish to go ahead with the post-mortem. However, taking into account the age of the deceased and to rule out any unnatural circumstances, an autopsy was conducted, DCP (Dwarka) Ankit Singh had said earlier. Then, on July 16, police said Karan's brother approached police, expressing suspicions about the involvement of Karan's wife and cousin in his death. Based on his statement, a preliminary inquiry was initiated. 'While we were waiting for the post-mortem report, the victim's brother discovered some Instagram chats, which contained serious incriminating content. The brother informed the police, and a written complaint was filed. Based on the complaint, we registered a case on charges of murder and criminal conspiracy,' DCP Ankit Singh had said. 'Sushmita and Rahul are in two-day police custody, and questioning is going on. Their chat history is also being assessed, and further details would be shared soon,' DCP Singh said.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Indian Express
Delhi: Days after man dies of electrocution, his wife and cousin arrested for murder
Days after a 36-year-old man allegedly died of 'accidental electrocution' at his home in Dwarka, his wife and cousin were arrested on Saturday, with the police suspecting that the two drugged the victim and killed him. The police identified the accused as Sushmita Dev (35) and Rahul Dev (24), who were arrested after they were picked up for questioning by the police. The Mata Rooprani Maggo Hospital in Uttam Nagar had informed the police on July 13 that one Karan Dev had reportedly died from electrocution. On July 16, the deceased's brother, Kunal, approached the police allegedly with concerns about the role of Karan's wife and his cousin in the death, said police. Acting on his statement, a preliminary inquiry was launched. 'While we were waiting for the postmortem report, the victim's brother discovered some chats, which contained serious incriminating content. The brother informed the police and a written complaint was filed. On the basis of the complaint, we registered a case on charges of murder and criminal conspiracy,' Dwarka DCP Ankit Singh said. The police said the purported chats allegedly contained messages shared between Sushmita and Rahul, planning the murder in detail. 'On the night of July 12, Sushmita allegedly laced her husband's food with sleeping pills and called Rahul over. The two then cut an extension wire to reveal the naked wire and wrapped it around his hand, killing him. Once they were sure he was dead, Sushmita pretended to break the news to the family in a panic,' said an officer. According to the police, Sushmita and Karan had been married for several years before she began a relationship with Rahul. 'The two killed Karan and passed it off as an accidental death,' said an officer. The police said the motive behind the murder could have been to get Karan out of their way or for financial gain. Karan was declared brought dead at the hospital, as per the Medico-Legal Case (MLC) report. At that time, no allegations were raised by family members, who did not wish to go ahead with the postmortem. However, taking into account the age of the deceased and to rule out any unnatural circumstances, a postmortem examination was conducted, the DCP had said earlier.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- New Indian Express
Electrocution death in Uttam Nagar: Wife under suspicion, Delhi Police launch probe
NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police has launched an investigation into the death of a 36-year-old man in the Uttam Nagar area who had allegedly died due to electrocution. However, it has been suspected that the wife of the victim was behind his death. Police received a PCR call on Sunday from Mata Rooprani Maggo Hospital in Uttam Nagar regarding the death of one Karan Dev, a resident of Om Vihar Phase 1A in Uttam Nagar, due to electrocution. The patient was declared brought dead as per MLC and was shifted to DDU for post-mortem, a senior police officer said. At that time, no allegations were raised by family members who expressed their wish to waive the post-mortem. However, to rule out any unnatural circumstances, given the deceased's death the autopsy was conducted. On Wednesday, the deceased's brother, Kunal, approached police with suspicion regarding his brother's death. Hence, a preliminary inquiry was conducted, based on which and on evidence of the inquest proceedings, a case was registered, they said.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Kate Victoria Phillips? The supportive wife of New Zealand cricketer Glenn Phillips after his Zimbabwe tour exit
Glenn Phillips' latest injury has ruled him out of New Zealand's T20I tri-series in Zimbabwe and the two-Test series that follows. The all-rounder suffered a groin strain during the MLC final for Washington Freedom on July 13 and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, as per reports. While fans are disappointed by his absence from the field, attention has naturally shifted toward his life off it. From highlight reels to quiet weekends in Dunedin, Phillips shares much of that life with his wife, Kate Victoria—a name now drawing growing curiosity. Between scenic proposal spots and match-day selfies, fans want to know everything about this cricket couple. From Hooker Valley to happily married Kate and Glenn started dating in 2021. Just over a year later, he popped the question during a hike at Hooker Valley Track, one of New Zealand's most breathtaking locations. Kate had shared photos of the moment on her Instagram, in August 2022. Having been together nearly four years, they officially became husband and wife on February 10, 2025. As of now, they don't have kids, but their life is packed with travel, time outdoors, and plenty of cricket. Creative, stylish and always present Off the grass, Kate is not just the wife in the stands; she's her own force. According to Zee News, she has worked in event planning and has a clear creative streak. Her feed definitely reflects it: a mix of fashion-forward looks, scenic travel snaps, and hiking trails that inspire her 14K+ followers. As Phillips gears up to return with sixes and stunning catches, Kate will likely be right by his side during his recovery process. Together, the couple have the means of becoming one of cricket's most quietly compelling duos—no drama, just support, style, and serious chemistry.
