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Michael Shanks mocked for renewables boast as Labour eye new North Sea oil fields

ENERGY Minister Michael Shanks has been blasted for boasting about renewable power in Glasgow while the UK Government is reportedly set to sign off…

The National (Scotland)

‘Future generations will curse us for its loss’: can nothing save Glasgow School of Art, Mackintosh’s masterpiece?

Stratospheric costs could prevent the fire-damaged landmark from returning to its former glory. Now, unless a wealthy patron is found, the building seems destined for ‘soulless’ facade retention or ‘curated decay’

The Guardian - UK

Why is the BBC not broadcasting the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026?

THE BBC is only showing this year's Commonwealth Games, which is being hosted in Glasgow, in Gaelic

The National (Scotland)

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Andy Burnham jets around the UK at taxpayers' expense in first week as PM

ANDY Burnham flew from London to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, before jetting back down to Manchester shortly after.

The National (Scotland)

King Charles III emerges from Tardis in ‘Doctor Who’ moment at Commonwealth Games 2026 opening

King Charles III made a dramatic surprise entrance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, stepping out of a life-sized TARDIS, the iconic blue time machine from the long-running British television series Doctor Who .

The Times of India

CWG 2026: Srihari Natraj advances to 50 m backstroke semifinal

Srihari Natraj advanced to the 50m backstroke semifinals at the Commonwealth Games. He secured his spot after finishing fifth in his heat with a time of 25.52 seconds. India's contingent is participating in a reduced competition program at the Glasgow event. Several sports that have historically contributed to India's medal…

The Economic Times

Judoka Tulika Maan suspended from Glasgow Commonwealth Games: Why the silver medallist is facing disciplinary action

Judoka Tulika Maan faces provisional suspension from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. She committed three whereabouts failures within the last twelve months. Another judoka, Arun Kumar, was also withdrawn after a failed dope test. The Indian judo team has not yet departed for the upcoming competition. Their competition schedule is set…

The Economic Times

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Commonwealth Games 2026: Canada win men’s gymnastics team final marred by fall – as it happened

Canada have claimed gold in the men’s team final but England’s Gabriel Langton was injured in a heavy fall

The Guardian - UK

Protest outside Glasgow's OVO Hydro as Commonwealth Games begin

A protest took place outside of the OVO Hydro in Glasgow last night at the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony got underway.

The National (Scotland)

A medal you can read by touch: Glasgow CWG 2026 make history with first-ever braille design medals

Glasgow's Commonwealth Games medals now include braille and tactile elements for accessibility. This inclusive design reflects the event's expanded Para sports program. The medals are shaped as a Reuleaux triangle, inspired by the city's coat of arms. Patterns on the surface draw from the Finnieston Crane and Scottish tartan.

The Economic Times

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games open with scaled-down format and a promise of a sustainable future

In a grand display at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, the 23rd Commonwealth Games commenced with King Charles III's official opening. He underscored the importance of global unity and renewed hope. The ceremony was a dazzling tribute to Scottish traditions, featuring eclectic musical acts and cultural displays. Athletes from around the world…

The Economic Times

Australia welcome to bid for future Commonwealth Games

Australian sports chiefs have been told they're welcome to bid for future Commonwealth Games despite the fiasco surrounding the abandoned Victorian event.

AAP

Victoria paid for Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games. It’s not the state’s only recent sporting debacle

The 2026 Commonwealth Games have started in Glasgow with a stripped-back ten-sport event that is largely funded by Victorian taxpayers.

The Conversation

King Charles emerges from Doctor Who's TARDIS to open Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

King Charles III took his time before officially opening the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after emerging from the TARDIS of intergalactic adventurer “Doctor Who.”

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Burnham thanks Glasgow for ‘stepping up to save’ Commonwealth Games

Scotland’s largest city is playing host to the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria in Australia withdrew.

AAP

Golden Glasgow: Aussies' lofty goals for new-look Games

While Australia boasts a broad range of excellent Commonwealth Games gold medal prospects in Glasgow, it all starts at the pool.

The Guardian - UK

The king emerges from Tardis as Commonwealth Games face battle for time and space

The troubled Games looked doomed until Glasgow stepped in but this opening ceremony had plenty of feelgood factor

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Time-travelling King Charles starts Glasgow Games party

Three years after the Victorian government pulled the plug as hosts, King Charles arrived in Glasgow via time machine to help open the Commonwealth Games.

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Kyle busts dance moves amid sport diplomacy at Games

Hours before the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, Australia's sport diplomacy among Oceania nations was in full swing at a Glasgow event.

The Independent UK

King and Queen arrive in Tardis as Commonwealth Games regenerate in Glasgow

The Scottish city is staging the event for the second time in 12 years after rising costs put paid to Victoria’s hosting.

Evening Standard

King and Queen emerge from Tardis to begin Commonwealth Games opening ceremony

The royal couple opened the Games at the Hydro arena in Glasgow.

The Independent UK

King and Queen have dramatic entrance to kick off Commonwealth Games opening ceremony

The royal couple opened the Games at the Hydro arena in Glasgow

The National (Scotland)

13 postcodes without power after 'explosion' at Glasgow substation

13 postcode in Glasgow are currently affected by a power outage after firefighters were alerted of a blaze at a substation

The Guardian - UK

Commonwealth Games 2026: opening ceremony in Glasgow – as it happened

“The friendliest Games in the friendliest city in the friendliest nation” were officially opened, with competition beginning on Friday

The National (Scotland)

Universities just joined a 'defence alliance'. Here's everything wrong with it

Last week, it was announced that 35 universities across the UK, including Edinburgh, Glasgow and Strathclyde universities in Scotland, had founded…

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