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Published 5 hours ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Thalidomide survivors living in Scotland will receive lifelong financial support, the Scottish government has announced. Health Secretary Humza Yousaf said he hoped the commitment to provide grants would reassure those affected. There are 50 known survivors of the banned pregnancy drug living in Scotland, most now in their 60s. They are among thousands born with limb deformities after their mothers took thalidomide while pregnant. The drug was commonly used to treat morning sickness from 1958 to 1961. In 2013 the Scottish government committed £14.2m to help survivors over a 10-year period, with the money going on health and living costs. Ministers have now extended that agreement, with grants to be allocated to survivors on a needs basis, as assessed by the Thalidomide Trust. Mr Yousaf said: "This … [Read more...] about Thalidomide survivors in Scotland to get lifelong support

July 04, 2022 - 13:21 BST Mezzo-soprano Laura Wright reveals she has had a baby girl, a little sister for two-year-old daughter Ottilie, with husband Harry Rowland In a new photoshoot and interview in HELLO! magazine, her first since welcoming her second child, mezzo-soprano Laura Wright reveals she has had a baby girl, a little sister for two-year-old daughter Ottilie , with husband Harry Rowland. READ: Laura Wright shares exciting family news Announcing they have called her Orlaigh Grace, to reflect her Irish ancestry, Laura tells HELLO! : "It was such a surprise to have a girl as we'd been convinced I was expecting a boy because this pregnancy was so different to my first." Loading the player... WATCH: Behind the scenes with Laura Wright in Australia A huge fan of the Queen, royal favourite 32-year-old Laura – who has not only met Her Majesty but also performed for her to mark her 90th birthday, her … [Read more...] about Laura Wright reveals her baby daughter’s adorable name and dramatic birth story

November 01, 2018 - 14:46 GMT Watch this exclusive video of soprano Laura Wright in Sydney ahead of her appearance at the Sydney Invictus Games When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex opened the Invictus Games in Sydney last month, they were joined by a guest who hit all the right notes - soprano Laura Wright . To rousing cheers from the packed arena, the Suffolk-born singer took centre stage to perform Invincible , the uplifting anthem she composed for the Games' inaugural competition in 2014. "It felt truly special," 28-year-old Laura told HELLO! at the Park Hyatt Sydney Hotel, after posing against the iconic backdrop of Sydney Opera House for our exclusive photoshoot. "The whole experience was a bit of a whirlwind, but to be here and to perform my own song was something I'll never forget. Invictus is about strength and hope and I could feel that emanating from the thousands who had come to watch. Loading the player... … [Read more...] about Soprano Laura Wright goes down a storm at the Sydney Invictus Games

January 06, 2019 - 16:58 GMT Laura Wright has married personal trainer Harry Rowland in a beautiful winter wonderland wedding in Suffolk. The soprano opened up about her big day in exclusive HELLO! interview Soprano Laura Wright has married personal trainer Harry Rowland in a beautiful winter wedding covered exclusively by HELLO! magazine. The singer married her boyfriend of six years at St Michael’s church in Framlingham, Suffolk, where she used to sing when she was growing up, in front of guests including television presenter Helen Skelton. "It was the most brilliant day – everything we’d hoped for" Laura tells HELLO! exclusively. "To have all of our friends and family together and making memories with us was amazing. The best thing about a Christmas wedding is that you’re starting the new year as a married couple and looking forward to the future." Laura Wright and Harry Rowland on their special day READ: … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Laura Wright marries Harry Rowland in stunning winter wedding

Andy Murray's historic 2013 win was voted the top memorable Wimbledon moment (Image: Julian Finney/Getty Images) Sign up for FREE for breaking Wimbledon news and player updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Steffi Graf's 1988 victory, that was part of her Grand Slam year, and Cliff Richard performing “Singin' in the Rain” on Centre Court during a 1996 rain delay, also featured in the list. Related articles BBC Breakfast host worries fans after rush to hospital Jon Kay skewers Eustice over energy usage plans The study of 1,000 tennis fans found over two-thirds (68 percent) consider Wimbledon to be the sport’s best tournament, with eight in ten following Wimbledon more than any other competition in the sport. … [Read more...] about Top 20 memorable Wimbledon moments – including Andy Murray’s historic win in 2013

A lady spotted dancing wildly at Wireless Festival has been celebrated on social media for her 'brilliant' moves, as she grooves in the centre of a dance circle. Do you know the woman in the video? Email [email protected] The unknown woman, who was recorded dancing to Rihanna 's We Found Love featuring Calvin Harris , was wearing a white bucket hat, gingham shirt, white shorts and matching white trainers as she bounced along to the music. In one video, which has around 72,900 views, she is seen in the centre of a larger circle, as crowds dance around the partying woman at the Crystal Palace venue on Saturday. She jumps to the beat and shimmies in the middle, as the track builds before a drop. The crowd then goes wild, bouncing up and down as people dance. Shared on Twitter by David Hunter, he wrote: 'Somedaes gran wis absolutely lovin calvin harris last night'. Somedaes gran wis absolutely lovin calvin harris last night … [Read more...] about Living her best life! Social media goes wild for ‘gran in a hat’ filmed as she dances wildly to Calvin Harris at Wireless Festival

JOEY Chestnut has shared a heartbreaking but hopeful message after his mom died less than a month before his potential 15th win at the Nathan's Hotdog Eating contest. The hot-dog-eating champ has had a rough year after breaking his leg, getting Covid and most recently losing his mother on June 16. His mother, Alicia Chestnut, was the Mustard Yellow Belt winner's "first trainer." Alicia had always been proud of him and supported his dreams of being a hot-dog-eating king , he revealed. Back in 2011 when Chestnut won his fifth competition, Alicia told the San Fransisco Examiner : “He loves to eat and they’re paying him to do it; he’s going to go with it,” she said. Chestnut, 38, said in an emotional interview ahead of this year's competition that his mom "wouldn’t want me to miss the contest,’’ reported USA TODAY . Read more on July 4 CHOW DOWN Joey Chestnut is favorite in Coney Island 4th of July competition tradition He … [Read more...] about Joey Chestnut shares heartbreaking message after mom dies days before his bid to win 15th Nathan’s Hotdog Eating contest

A man of few words in public, Lester Piggott did his talking in the saddle – and hardly anyone in horse racing history did it more eloquently. His seemingly flawless skill and instincts, as well as a ruthless streak, helped to make him a winning machine, loved by millions across the nation. Piggott, who has died aged 86 in hospital in Switzerland, rode his first winner aged 12 and his last when he was 58. He fell from grace when he was jailed for tax fraud . But his standing as perhaps Britain’s greatest ever flat racing jockey has never been in question. Jockey Frankie Dettori said: “He was a legend. We always tried to aspire to be like him and none of us can do it. We all grew up wanting to be like him.” Rod Street, chief executive of Great British Racing, said: “Lester was a true titan of sport who transcended horse racing.” Five-time champion jockey Willie Carson said: “I feel as though I’ve lost part of my life as Lester has been part of my life since I came into … [Read more...] about ‘True titan, sporting icon and superb tactician’ Lester Piggott dies aged 86

RONAN Keating has revealed his shock at something son Jack said about him on Love Island. Jack , 23, is one of six new lads trying their hand at finding love in the notorious Casa Amor villa . On yesterday's episode, Jack and Gemma , 19, got to know each other better as they soaked up the sun by the pool and bonded over having famous dads. But as Jack talked about his dad Ronan , he said that he had "retired". On tonight's The One Show Ronan was grilled about his son being on Love Island , and he revealed his shock at Jack's comment. Speaking to hosts Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas he said: "He did drop the line that I was retired, that I was shocked about! Read more from the villa BOYZ & GIRLZ Inside glam lives of Boyzone stars' kids - from soap actor to reality TV in the zone Jack Keating's body transformation after hiring a trainer before Love Island "I nearly fell off me chair! … [Read more...] about Ronan Keating reveals what Jack said about him on Love Island – and he’s shocked