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Scottish Sun
11 hours ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Heartbroken Scots parents pay tribute to ‘special' baby girl who died from rare condition at nine days old
'In Rita's short life, she had a profound impact on all who met her' FAMILY'S PAIN Heartbroken Scots parents pay tribute to 'special' baby girl who died from rare condition at nine days old Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SCOTS couple have been left heartbroken after their "special" baby girl died from a rare condition at just nine days old. Tiny Rita Grace Ghazala was born on December 9 last year but sadly passed away days later. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Parents Elizabeth and Fadi with their baby girl Rita while in hospital Credit: Facebook/GlasgowChildrensHospitalCharity Proud parents Elizabeth, 31, and Fadi, 34, said their "beautiful" daughter was a "huge inspiration" during her short life. The tot was diagnosed in the womb with the life-limiting condition Edwards' Syndrome - also called trisomy 18. It is a rare genetic condition that cannot currently be cured and is caused by an extra chromosome in the body's cells. With trisomy 18 there are three copies of chromosome 18 rather than the usual two. Little Rita died at Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children nine days after she was born. She passed away on December 17 at the exact same time that she was born at 3.34pm. Parents Elizabeth and Fadi, from Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, told Glasgow Live: "Even though it was short, the time that we got with Rita was very special, we wouldn't change that. "We got to meet her, hold her, and love her - we got a lot from her. "She knew us - although she was in an incubator she recognised our voices and knew when we were around." The couple stayed at Crossbasket House while their baby girl was receiving treatment in hospital. Tragic Accident: Baby Dies After Car Crash Following Beach Outing Two days after being born, little Rita went through major gullet and windpipe surgery. The newborn also survived an emergency ventilation procedure during the night. Her parents added: "Our beautiful daughter, Rita Grace, gave us the best nine days of our lives. Rita was a huge inspiration. "On her second day she was away from us for eight hours while she went through major surgery, and was well-known on NICU for keeping the doctors and nurses on their toes. Symptoms of Edwards' syndrome Newborn babies with Edwards' syndrome may have some, or all, of the following symptoms: low birth weight ears in a low position on their head cleft lip or palate club foot problems with their heart, kidneys or spine problems with their breathing or digestion Each person with Edwards' syndrome is different, and there are also different types which can cause different symptoms. Source: NHS "In Rita's short life, she had a profound impact on all who met her. "She inspired others all over the world, and we have been humbled by the messages of love that we have received. "We are truly honoured to be her parents." Fadi, along with friends and family, is now taking on a cycling challenge in the tot's memory - Ride for Rita. 2 The tot was diagnosed in the womb with the life-limiting condition Edwards' Syndrome Credit: Facebook/GlasgowChildrensHospitalCharity The team will cycle 210 miles across Scotland, connecting the neonatal units in Aberdeen and Edinburgh before finishing in Glasgow, at the NICU where Rita was treated. They set off on Tuesday, July 22. Rita's mum Elizabeth will be joining the team from Edinburgh to Glasgow along with Grandma Anne, Auntie Eleanor and others. They plan to arrive in Glasgow on Saturday, July 26. Her parents added: "Rita was incredibly brave, resilient and peaceful from the get-go. She made us very proud parents." Over £8,000 has already been raised for Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity. Kirsten Watson, CEO at Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity said: "We are truly honoured that Fadi, Liz and their loved ones are taking on this incredible challenge in memory of Rita. "We know that Rita's resilience will be an inspiration to the team throughout their journey, and will help them conquer every challenge as they ride to the finish line in Glasgow. "The Ride for Rita challenge is raising vital funds in support of the Family Bereavement Support Service at Crossbasket House, creating a meaningful legacy for a very special girl." You can donate to the fundraiser here.
Daily Record
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Tributes paid to 'special' baby girl with rare disease who died 9 days after birth
Rita Grace Ghazala was diagnosed with the rare and life-limiting condition Edwards' Syndrome. A Scots couple have been left heartbroken after their newborn daughter tragically died just nine days after she was born. Little Rita Grace Ghazala was born on December 9, 2024, but sadly, she never made it home. The newborn died just nine days later at Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children, at the exact same time that she was born, 3.34pm. Rita was diagnosed in the womb with the rare and life-limiting condition Edwards' Syndrome, also known as Trisomy 18, at just 34 weeks. Despite the devastating diagnosis, mum Elizabeth and dad Fadi clung to hope they'd be able to bring their firstborn home. Edwards' syndrome (Trisomy 18) is a genetic condition, caused by an extra chromosome in the body's cells. With trisomy 18 there are three copies of chromosome 18 rather than the usual two. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Elizabeth, 31, and Fadi, 34, are "incredibly proud" to be Rita's parents - speaking to Glasgow Live Fadi said: "Even though it was short, the time that we got with Rita was very special, we wouldn't change that. We got to meet her, hold her, and love her - we got a lot from her. "She knew us - although she was in an incubator she recognised our voices and knew when we were around." Rita was well-known on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and by the palliative care team - she kept them "on their toes", said Fadi, also a doctor. He expressed his gratitude for the doctors and nurses caring for his baby girl, saying: "I'll never forget the dignity they gave Rita in her nine days - they really loved her. "Without their love and support for Rita, we would not have had the wonderful time together to bond as a family." The couple stayed at Crossbasket House while their baby received treatment in hospital and said the facility was a 'godsend' in the toughest time of their lives. Despite the odds stacked against her, tiny Rita underwent major gullet and windpipe surgery just two days after being born. The tot also survived an emergency ventilation procedure during the night. Her parents said: "From the get-go she was incredibly brave, resilient and peaceful; and she made us very proud parents." Now, Elizabeth and Fadi are determined to honour their daughter's memory and raise vital funds for Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity by helping other families facing similar heartache. Today, July 23, Fadi begins his challenge 'Ride for Rita'. The team will cycle 210 miles across Scotland, connecting the neonatal units in Aberdeen and Edinburgh before finishing in Glasgow, at the NICU where Rita was treated. He said: "I'm as prepared as I can be - I'm feeling confident but realistically it's going to be a challenge, but one I'm looking forward to. "This has been a real focus for me, it's been positive in my journey. We have so much support, I think it'll be a great event". During the four-day event, Fadi will be joined by family and friends. Rita's "wonderful" mum Elizabeth will be joining the team from Edinburgh to Glasgow along with Grandma Anne, Auntie Eleanor and other loved ones. The team hope to receive a big warm welcome upon their arrival in Glasgow. Kirsten Watson, CEO at Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity said: "We are truly honoured that Fadi, Liz and their loved ones are taking on this incredible challenge in memory of Rita. We know that Rita's resilience will be an inspiration to the team throughout their journey, and will help them conquer every challenge as they ride to the finish line in Glasgow. "The Ride for Rita challenge is raising vital funds in support of the Family Bereavement Support Service at Crossbasket House, creating a meaningful legacy for a very special girl." The Ride for Rita fundraiser remains open, click here to donate.
The Guardian
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Guardian
Readers reply: Why can't I put on mascara without opening my mouth?
Why can't I put on mascara without opening my mouth? Rita, London Send new questions to nq@ You don't need to when you do your upper lashes but if you open your mouth it stretches your cheeks downwards so you can apply the mascara to your lower lashes without getting it on your face. Goldgreen I can't put on Newsnight without opening mine. StuartDarmon Because that's how your mom/aunt/big sister did it, and you just followed suit. They in turn learned from their mom/aunt/big sister, and so on. It's why I do it anyway! bigflatfeet Same reason you stick your tongue out when concentrating? reggiepurrin My partner tells me it's in case she needs to shout at me. I don't know what that has to do with mascara, but I've learned that when her mouth is open I should keep mine shut. Dorkalicious At least you can put on mascara without needing to open someone else's mouth. That would be awkward. Porthos Otherwise, your lips stick. sparklesthewonderhen I assume it's because you open your eyes in a shocked expression that makes you open your mouth. LadyxxMacbeth
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
How to save big on theme parks this summer with TWO for the price of one and an unlimited monthly pass
THEME park enthusiasts need to take advantage of this two-for-one offer over the summer holidays. Thrill-seekers wanting to spend their break on adrenaline-pumping rides can visit two theme parks for the price of one, or get a three-month pass to use throughout July and August on unlimited rides and attractions. 5 A two-parks-for-the-price-of-one offer has launched this summer 5 Four theme parks are included - Alton Towers, Legoland, Chessington and Thorpe Park Credit: Alamy The new summer offer has been launched by Merlin Entertainments across four of the UK's top theme parks - If you book your theme park trip between July 21, 2025, and August 17, 2025, you can visit two parks for the price of one. The tickets are called Twice the Fun and have savings of at least £29 per person. It is the perfect way to entertain kids during the six-week-long summer holidays. To bag the deal, make sure to select a 'Twice the Fun' ticket at any of the four park's websites which cost from £32. The offer can either be used at the same park, or you can mix and match. Dates are flexible, too, and visitors can redeem their second visit at any point before September 30, 2025. To claim the second theme park visit you'll still need to pre-book your visit using your second 'free' ticket which will have a barcode that can be used to reserve your slot at the park. Most read in Family For anyone who wants to go back to the theme park more than twice this summer, you might be interested in the three-month pass. Alton Towers unveils 'highest ride of its kind' in TV advert 5 You can visit Legoland and take a look at all the attractions 5 Or head to Alton Towers for big rollercoasters This offer applies to the same four parks - Thorpe Park, Alton Towers, Chessington, and LEGOLAND Windsor. Tickets cost £59 per person and the offer allows unlimited access to rides, shows, and attractions during the summer. The main difference with this pass is that it's for one park only - you can't mix and match. Once chosen, you can use it in that particular park whenever you like during the selected three-month period. If you have trouble deciding which park to visit, one Sun writer headed to Alton Towers to try out the thrilling Nemesis Reborn rollercoaster. He also checked out the Rita ride which goes from 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds as well as the more chilled out Gangsta Granny ride and Runaway Mine Train. Another checked out There are gentler rides, or the Croc Drop which plunges 82 feet. And of course it's where you'll find the world's only Jumanji coaster which flips you upside down. At Legoland, there's a Minifigure Speedway as well as the Lego-themed indoor golf experience. Car enthusiasts can head over to , an interactive attraction that sees guests create their own Ferrari race car . One fan of Thorpe Park has been going for 22 years and maintains it's even better now that she's an adult. She admits that Colossus is still just as terrifying, and there are plenty of other scary rides too like Nemesis, Stealth, Saw: The Ride and The Swarm. Read more on the Irish Sun Here's more on the And here are the 5 Take advantage of these summer offers to theme parks
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
How to save big on theme parks this summer with TWO for the price of one and an unlimited monthly pass
Plus, check out what our writers have to say about each park RIDE ON How to save big on theme parks this summer with TWO for the price of one and an unlimited monthly pass Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THEME park enthusiasts need to take advantage of this two-for-one offer over the summer holidays. Thrill-seekers wanting to spend their break on adrenaline-pumping rides can visit two theme parks for the price of one, or get a three-month pass to use throughout July and August on unlimited rides and attractions. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 A two-parks-for-the-price-of-one offer has launched this summer 5 Four theme parks are included - Alton Towers, Legoland, Chessington and Thorpe Park Credit: Alamy The new summer offer has been launched by Merlin Entertainments across four of the UK's top theme parks - Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor, Chessington World of Adventures and Thorpe Park. If you book your theme park trip between July 21, 2025, and August 17, 2025, you can visit two parks for the price of one. The tickets are called Twice the Fun and have savings of at least £29 per person. It is the perfect way to entertain kids during the six-week-long summer holidays. To bag the deal, make sure to select a 'Twice the Fun' ticket at any of the four park's websites which cost from £32. The offer can either be used at the same park, or you can mix and match. Dates are flexible, too, and visitors can redeem their second visit at any point before September 30, 2025. To claim the second theme park visit you'll still need to pre-book your visit using your second 'free' ticket which will have a barcode that can be used to reserve your slot at the park. For anyone who wants to go back to the theme park more than twice this summer, you might be interested in the three-month pass. Alton Towers unveils 'highest ride of its kind' in TV advert 5 You can visit Legoland and take a look at all the attractions 5 Or head to Alton Towers for big rollercoasters This offer applies to the same four parks - Thorpe Park, Alton Towers, Chessington, and LEGOLAND Windsor. Tickets cost £59 per person and the offer allows unlimited access to rides, shows, and attractions during the summer. The main difference with this pass is that it's for one park only - you can't mix and match. Once chosen, you can use it in that particular park whenever you like during the selected three-month period. If you have trouble deciding which park to visit, one Sun writer headed to Alton Towers to try out the thrilling Nemesis Reborn rollercoaster. He also checked out the Rita ride which goes from 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds as well as the more chilled out Gangsta Granny ride and Runaway Mine Train. Another checked out Chessington World of Adventures trying out the rides and attractions as well as the zoo and aquarium. There are gentler rides, or the Croc Drop which plunges 82 feet. And of course it's where you'll find the world's only Jumanji coaster which flips you upside down. At Legoland, there's a Minifigure Speedway as well as the Lego-themed indoor golf experience. Car enthusiasts can head over to Lego Ferrari Build and Race, an interactive attraction that sees guests create their own Ferrari race car. One fan of Thorpe Park has been going for 22 years and maintains it's even better now that she's an adult. She admits that Colossus is still just as terrifying, and there are plenty of other scary rides too like Nemesis, Stealth, Saw: The Ride and The Swarm. Here's more on the new dining packages available at Alton Towers. And here are the UK's best theme parks with record-breaking rollercoasters.
