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The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Sturgeon on TV: Golden gal takes on brass neck. Who won?
But how would the golden gal of British broadcasting fare against the big brass neck of Scottish politics? Viewers turned to Nicola Sturgeon: the Interview to find out. 'The' interview suggested something special, but filming took place in Ayrshire ten days ago. Since then Ms Sturgeon has been all over the Murdoch press and every other branch of the media, her book picked cleaner than a turkey on Boxing Day. This, however, was the first broadcast interview, which meant the first chance to see Ms Sturgeon becoming 'emotional' as television folk coyly call it when someone cries on camera. Etchingham had dressed in cool neutrals for the occasion, with Sturgeon opting for a scarlet jacket. Perhaps she was trying to channel her inner Butlin's Redcoat to jolly things past the difficult stuff. It didn't work. Certainly there was no May-like confession to stealing from the pick n mix in Woolworths. She was rude about Nigel Farage ('odious'), but who isn't? Read More: When she did get into difficulty it was all her own doing, as when Etchingham brought up the rapist Isla Bryson. You might have thought it impossible for Sturgeon to make even more of a pig's ear out of this subject, but boy did she ever. Etchingham was looking at the former First Minister as if she was trying to argue that the Earth was flat. Personally, I turned the same shade as Sturgeon's jacket. Someone had to shoulder the embarrassment and it was not going to be our Nicola. There was some moistening around the eye area when she spoke of Alex Salmond's passing. She still misses him 'in some way' - a quote up there with Charles's 'whatever love means' - for half-baked sincerity. Julie Etchingham and Nicola Sturgeon discussed topics from independence to gender recognition reform (Image: ITV News) As for her new love life, her lips were sealed. 'I'm enjoying being my own person for a while,' she burbled, sounding for all the world like some Real Housewife of Montecito. Etchingham had a go at holding Sturgeon to account on domestic policy but nothing landed. She might as well have been on The One Show on BBC1, sandwiched between a soap star and an item on dodgy plumbers. The half hour running time and the 7pm slot told their own story. If there had been anything juicy the programme would have been on at 9pm, not just before Emmerdale. Upstaged by sheep. It shouldn't happen to a vet, or a former FM, but it did. The toe-curling was not quite over - there was still the matter of Nic's first tattoo. 'Midlife crisis alert,' she joked. You said it, dear. It was an infinity symbol she designed herself, something about strength and resilience and moving forward. In short, your basic woo-woo b******. Come to think of it, that would have been a better title for her book. Is it too late to change?
The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Sturgeon on TV: Golden gal takes on Little Miss Brass Neck. Who won?
Prime Ministers, presidents, princes, Hillary Clinton, Angelina Jolie - Julie has sat knee to knee with them all. But how would the golden gal of British broadcasting fare against the big brass neck of Scottish politics? Viewers turned to Nicola Sturgeon: the Interview to find out. 'The' interview suggested something special, but filming took place in Ayrshire ten days ago. Since then Ms Sturgeon has been all over the Murdoch press and every other branch of the media, her book picked cleaner than a turkey on Boxing Day. This, however, was the first broadcast interview, which meant the first chance to see Ms Sturgeon becoming 'emotional' as television folk coyly call it when someone cries on camera. Etchingham had dressed in cool neutrals for the occasion, with Sturgeon opting for a scarlet jacket. Perhaps she was trying to channel her inner Butlin's Redcoat to jolly things past the difficult stuff. It didn't work. Certainly there was no May-like confession to stealing from the pick n mix in Woolworths. She was rude about Nigel Farage ('odious'), but who isn't? When she did get into difficulty it was all her own doing, as when Etchingham brought up the rapist Isla Bryson. You might have thought it impossible for Sturgeon to make even more of a pig's ear out of this subject, but boy did she ever. Etchingham was looking at the former First Minister as if she was trying to argue that the Earth was flat. Personally, I turned the same shade as Sturgeon's jacket. Someone had to shoulder the embarrassment and it was not going to be our Nicola. There was some moistening around the eye area when she spoke of Alex Salmond's passing. She still misses him 'in some way' - a quote up there with Charles's 'whatever love means' - for half-baked sincerity. As for her new love life, her lips were sealed. 'I'm enjoying being my own person for a while,' she burbled, sounding for all the world like some Real Housewife of Montecito. Etchingham had a go at holding Sturgeon to account on domestic policy but nothing landed. She might as well have been on The One Show on BBC1, sandwiched between a soap star and an item on dodgy plumbers. The half hour running time and the 7pm slot told their own story. If there had been anything juicy the programme would have been on at 9pm, not just before Emmerdale. Upstaged by sheep. It shouldn't happen to a vet, or a former FM, but it did. The toe-curling was not quite over - there was still the matter of Nic's first tattoo. 'Midlife crisis alert,' she joked. You said it, dear. It was an infinity symbol she designed herself, something about strength and resilience and moving forward. In short, your basic woo-woo b******. Come to think of it, that would have been a better title for her book. Is it too late to change?
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Temperatures hit mid-60s Saturday evening, showers possible before sunset
Slow improvements continue Sunday with temperatures climbing a few more degrees into the mid-60s. Early sunshine will give way to more clouds through the afternoon, and a few light showers may pop up before sunset. Showers will be more likely south of Pittsburgh along I-70 but check the forecast through the day for any changes before making outdoor plans. Memorial Day will finally bring more May-like weather back into the area with a nice mix of sunshine and a few clouds and high temperatures rebounding near 70. So grab a hat and sunscreen and enjoy some time outdoors. Get the latest updates on weather changes in your area with the Severe Weather Team 11 app and live on Channel 11 News. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Denver weather: Sunny skies and warm air coming this week
DENVER (KDVR) — After a brief return to winter weather, the Denver weather forecast will return to sunny skies and warmer temperatures for the week ahead, with temperatures set to jump well above average late next week. Skies clear out today as temperatures return to the upper 50s and lower 60s, right around average for this time of the year. Clouds may increase a bit in the late afternoon and evening, but no precipitation is forecast. It will be a little bit breezy at times with gusts as high as 20 mph. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up for weather alerts from the Pinpoint Weather team Tonight brings mostly cloudy skies and low temperatures in the upper 20s and lower 30s. Winds will still be breezy for the first half of the night, up to 20 mph before calming down. Look for the skies to clear out by early tomorrow morning. The warming trend continues on Monday when it returns to the middle 60s underneath still sunny skies. 70s return starting Tuesday, but Tuesday and Wednesday will feature gusty winds again. FOX31 Weather: View the latest Denver forecasts, maps and radar By Friday, temperatures will again be knocking on the door of 80 degrees, with next Saturday also presenting a good opportunity for May-like temperatures. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Denver weather: Much warmer and sunnier days ahead
DENVER (KDVR) — After a brief return to winter weather, the Denver weather forecast will return to sunny and warmer temperatures for the week ahead, with temperatures set to jump well above average late next week. View the latest Weather Alerts in Denver and across Colorado on FOX31 Skies will clear overnight Saturday as temperatures fall into the 20s across the region. Mountainous areas and a few locations on the plains will be in the teens. Winds will be light from the southwest. Stubborn clouds Saturday will give way to blue skies Sunday as temperatures return to seasonal values around 60 degrees. Clouds may increase a bit in the late afternoon and evening, but no precipitation is forecast. The warming trend continues on Monday when it returns to the middle 60s underneath still sunny skies. 70s return starting Tuesday, but Tuesday and Wednesday will feature gusty winds again. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up for weather alerts from the Pinpoint Weather team By Friday, temperatures will again be knocking on the door of 80 degrees, with next Saturday also presenting a good opportunity for May-like temperatures. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
