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The Courier
3 days ago
- Business
- The Courier
Mark Ogren shares 2 ways Rangers takeover could benefit Dundee United
Mark Ogren is hopeful the San Francisco 49ers-linked takeover of Rangers will be good for Scottish football. And Dundee United's American owner has revealed two ways he believes the Tangerines could benefit. The purchase of a controlling interest in the Gers by an American consortium linked to the investment arm of NFL giants, the 49ers, has increased the number of US-owned Scottish clubs to seven. The Ibrox outfit have joined United, Dundee, St Johnstone, Dunfermline, Hibs and Livingston in being chaired from 'across the pond', with Aberdeen also owned by a US-based Scot. And in discussion about his experiences as Tannadice owner, Ogren shared his hopes for how the Rangers buyout could impact the Scottish game. 'I'm hoping the 49ers being involved is going to increase the exposure,' he said. 'But there is definitely scope to increase the revenue. The TV deal is a big thing, but also the culture. The alcohol situation continues to bother me.' Ogren has spoken on a number of occasions about his belief that fans should be able to buy alcoholic beverages at matches. St Johnstone's American owner Adam Webb has echoed his United counterpart's sentiments. And nothing has happened to alter Ogren's position on what, in the States and England, is an entirely normal part of the matchday experience. 'It's absurd,' said Ogren. 'It's a touchy subject, but it is part of the entertainment value for people who come to matches, and they should be able to buy a beer.' The United owner also acknowledged the importance to his club of qualifying for Europe, which they did last season for the second time under his ownership. 'Celtic and Rangers are in a different financial class than all of us, quite frankly, but there's still three European spots in most years that are available. The ramifications of getting into Europe can be really big.'
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Dundee Utd owner predicts Rangers takeover will change the SPFL game and fix a 'touchy subject' for good
Mark Ogren sees the American takeover at Ibrox as a path to improving Scottish football Dundee United owner Mark Ogren reckons the San Francisco 49ers' involvement with Rangers can up revenue for everyone in Scottish football – and hopes it could even be a step towards lifting the alcohol ban in stadiums. The new era at Ibrox is officially underway with the Andrew Cavenagh-led takeover officially confirmed on Friday after Record Sport exclusively broke the story in April. It's backed heavily by the investment arm of the San Francisco 49ers, one of the biggest sport franchises in America, and has already led to significant media interest stateside. It's the latest example of significant American involvement in Scottish football. Ogren bought a controlling stake in Dundee United in 2018, while businessman Bill Foley has a major stake in Hibs and Tim Keyes has had the reins at Dundee for more than a decade. Ogren, speaking to the New York Times, says he's hopeful the 49ers prominent investment in the Scottish game can drive revenue for more than just Rangers, believing the increased exposure can help put more eyeballs on the Scottish game. Wider than that, however, he's hoping the American input can help improve fan experience on matchdays. Specifically, as far as Ogren is concerned, by relaxing the alcohol ban that's been in place since 1980. He said: 'I'm hoping the 49ers being involved is going to increase the exposure, but there is definitely scope to increase the revenue. The TV deal is a big thing, but also the culture. The alcohol situation continues to bother me. 'It's absurd. It's a touchy subject, but it is part of the entertainment value for people who come to matches, and they should be able to buy a beer.' Fans in Scotland have been unable to drink at games for 45 years since rioting at the infamous Old Firm at Hampden in 1980. Across the border in England, meanwhile, clubs are able to sell alcohol in stadium concourses. But the idea of a similar relaxation has been met with severe caution at political level in Scotland and seems unlikely to come any time soon. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season.
Euronews
14-05-2025
- Health
- Euronews
Which plants are the worst for hayfever sufferers?
For many, the return of the spring garden brings with it a sneezy, itchy, foggy-headed feeling that hits the moment a warm breeze stirs up invisible trouble. These seasonal allergies often go by the old-fashioned name hay fever, but it's not the hay that causes misery for so many, it's the pollen. And not just any pollen, but the nearly weightless kind that floats up our noses and engages our immune systems. Trees, weeds, grasses, and even some of our favorite flowers are culprits. But pollen isn't all bad. It's essential to the reproduction of plants, the survival of insects and the entire food web. We humans could not survive without it, so we absolutely shouldn't avoid high-pollen plants as a general rule. However, if you're an allergy sufferer who has had to forgo planting a garden due to health reasons, plants that release the least pollen may enable you to smell the flowers. Allergy-inducing plants are those that rely on wind rather than bees or butterflies to spread their pollen. Ragweed, which strikes in late summer and early autumn, gets the most notoriety, but its springtime counterparts can be at least as irritating. Trees most likely to cause symptoms include birch (Betula), catawba (Catalba), cypress (Cupressus), elm (Ulmus), hickory/pecan (Carya), oak (Quercus), sycamore (Platanus) and walnut (Juglans), according to the Ogren Plant Allergy Scale (OPALS), created by horticulturist Thomas Ogren and published in his 2020 book, 'The Allergy-Fighting Garden'. If you live in warmer climbs, palm trees, too, can cause allergies to flare - but only the males. In fact, female trees don't produce pollen at all, so seek them out when possible. Grasses can irritate eyes and sinuses, too. The scale ranks Bermuda (except sterile male varieties), Johnson, common meadow, orchard, sweet vernal, and timothy grasses among the highest for allergens. Weeds like ragweed, curly dock, lamb's quarters, pigweed, plantain, sheep sorrel, and sagebrush are also big pollen producers, Ogren found. On the other hand, plants with "double" flowers or heavier pollen that doesn't travel far are less likely to release much pollen. Among trees, apricot (Prunus armeniaca), fig (Ficus), fir (Abies), fruiting pear (Pyrus), fruiting plum (Prunus domestica, Prunus insititia), redbud (Cerus), serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis), female ash (Fraxinus), female box elder (Acer negundo), female cottonwood/poplar (Populus), female maple (Acer), female palm (Arecaceae) and female willow (Salix) are easier on the respiratory system. St Augustine (which is best suited to tropical climates but grows well in the Mediterranean regions) and sterile male Bermuda are safer bets in the grass department. As for flowers, you've got options: begonia, female clematis, columbine, crocus, daffodil, delphinium, hibiscus, impatiens, iris, bird of paradise, pansy, petunia, phlox, poppy, snapdragon, tulip, verbena, and zinnia are friends. Roses, too - especially tightly packed, dense-petaled varieties, which exude even less pollen than those with single or semi-double flowers. Rose allergies are more often fragrance-related than due to pollen, according to Ogren. And if you suffer from seasonal allergies, keeping windows closed and getting someone else to mow the lawn will also help to nip your symptoms in the bud.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Prone to pollen allergies? Stay away from these plants
For many, the return of the spring garden brings with it a sneezy, itchy, foggy-headed feeling that hits the moment a warm breeze stirs up. I'm fortunate not to suffer much, but my blue car turned a chartreuse shade of yellow last week, and a $32 car wash provided results that lasted only two hours. Sigh. These seasonal allergies often go by the old-fashioned name hay fever, but it's not the hay that causes misery for so many, it's the pollen. And not just any pollen, but the nearly weightless kind that floats up our noses and engages our immune systems. Trees, weeds, grasses and even some of our favorite flowers are culprits. Also read | Pollen allergy: Runny nose to itchy throat; know symptoms of pollen allergy and ways to prevent it But pollen isn't all bad. It's essential to the reproduction of plants, the survival of insects and the entire food web. We humans could not survive without it, so we absolutely shouldn't avoid high-pollen plants as a general rule. However, if you're an allergy sufferer who has had to forgo planting a garden due to health reasons, plants that release the least pollen may enable you to smell the flowers. Allergy-inducing plants are those that rely on wind rather than bees or butterflies to spread their pollen. Ragweed, which strikes in late summer and early fall, gets the most notoriety, but its springtime counterparts can be at least as irritating. Trees most likely to cause symptoms include birch (Betula), catawba (Catalba), cypress (Cupressus), elm (Ulmus), hickory/pecan (Carya), oak (Quercus), sycamore (Platanus) and walnut (Juglans), according to the Ogren Plant Allergy Scale (OPALS), created by horticulturist Thomas Ogren and published in his 2020 book, 'The Allergy-Fighting Garden." Palm trees, too — but only the males. In fact, female trees don't produce pollen at all, so seek them out when possible. Grasses can irritate eyes and sinuses, too. The scale ranks Bermuda (except sterile male varieties), Johnson, Kentucky, orchard, sweet vernal and timothy grasses among the highest for allergens. Weeds like ragweed, curly dock, lamb's quarters, pigweed, plantain, sheep sorrel and sagebrush are also big pollen producers, Ogren found. On the other hand, plants with 'double' flowers or heavier pollen that doesn't travel far are less likely to release much pollen. Among trees, apricot (Prunus armeniaca), fig (Ficus), fir (Abies), fruiting pear (Pyrus), fruiting plum (Prunus domestica, Prunus insititia), redbud (Cerus), serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis), female ash (Fraxinus), female box elder (Acer negundo), female cottonwood/poplar (Populus), female maple (Acer), female palm (Arecaceae) and female willow (Salix) are easier on the respiratory system. St. Augustine and sterile male Bermuda are safer bets in the grass department. Also read | Allergy season intensifies: Tips to manage symptoms and enjoy the outdoors As for flowers, you've got options: Begonia, female clematis, columbine, crocus, daffodil, delphinium, hibiscus, impatiens, iris, bird of paradise, pansy, petunia, phlox, poppy, snapdragon, tulip, verbena and zinnia are friends. Roses, too — especially tightly packed, dense-petaled varieties, which exude even less pollen than those with single or semi-double flowers (rose allergies are more often fragrance-related than due to pollen, according to Ogren). And if you suffer from seasonal allergies, keeping windows closed and getting someone else to mow the lawn will also help to nip your symptoms in the bud. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hamilton Spectator
13-05-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Some plants cause more suffering than others for gardeners with pollen allergies
For many, the return of the spring garden brings with it a sneezy, itchy, foggy-headed feeling that hits the moment a warm breeze stirs up invisible trouble. I'm fortunate not to suffer much, but my blue car turned a chartreuse shade of yellow last week, and a $32 car wash provided results that lasted only two hours. Sigh. These seasonal allergies often go by the old-fashioned name hay fever, but it's not the hay that causes misery for so many, it's the pollen. And not just any pollen, but the nearly weightless kind that floats up our noses and engages our immune systems. Trees, weeds, grasses and even some of our favorite flowers are culprits. But pollen isn't all bad. It's essential to the reproduction of plants, the survival of insects and the entire food web. We humans could not survive without it, so we absolutely shouldn't avoid high-pollen plants as a general rule. However, if you're an allergy sufferer who has had to forgo planting a garden due to health reasons, plants that release the least pollen may enable you to smell the flowers. Plants that might bring sneezes Allergy-inducing plants are those that rely on wind rather than bees or butterflies to spread their pollen. Ragweed, which strikes in late summer and early fall, gets the most notoriety, but its springtime counterparts can be at least as irritating. Trees most likely to cause symptoms include birch (Betula), catawba (Catalba), cypress (Cupressus), elm (Ulmus), hickory/pecan (Carya), oak (Quercus), sycamore (Platanus) and walnut (Juglans), according to the Ogren Plant Allergy Scale (OPALS), created by horticulturist Thomas Ogren and published in his 2020 book, 'The Allergy-Fighting Garden.' Palm trees, too — but only the males. In fact, female trees don't produce pollen at all, so seek them out when possible. Grasses can irritate eyes and sinuses, too. The scale ranks Bermuda (except sterile male varieties), Johnson, Kentucky, orchard, sweet vernal and timothy grasses among the highest for allergens. Weeds like ragweed, curly dock, lamb's quarters, pigweed, plantain, sheep sorrel and sagebrush are also big pollen producers, Ogren found. Not all plants are irritating to allergy sufferers On the other hand, plants with 'double' flowers or heavier pollen that doesn't travel far are less likely to release much pollen. Among trees, apricot (Prunus armeniaca), fig (Ficus), fir (Abies), fruiting pear (Pyrus), fruiting plum (Prunus domestica, Prunus insititia), redbud (Cerus), serviceberry (Amelanchier laevis), female ash (Fraxinus), female box elder (Acer negundo), female cottonwood/poplar (Populus), female maple (Acer), female palm (Arecaceae) and female willow (Salix) are easier on the respiratory system. St. Augustine and sterile male Bermuda are safer bets in the grass department. As for flowers, you've got options: Begonia, female clematis, columbine, crocus, daffodil, delphinium, hibiscus, impatiens, iris, bird of paradise, pansy, petunia, phlox, poppy, snapdragon, tulip, verbena and zinnia are friends. Roses, too — especially tightly packed, dense-petaled varieties, which exude even less pollen than those with single or semi-double flowers (rose allergies are more often fragrance-related than due to pollen, according to Ogren). And if you suffer from seasonal allergies, keeping windows closed and getting someone else to mow the lawn will also help to nip your symptoms in the bud . ___ Jessica Damiano writes weekly gardening columns for the AP and publishes the award-winning Weekly Dirt Newsletter. You can sign up here for weekly gardening tips and advice. ___ For more AP gardening stories, go to .
