Scottish rock band formed in Glasgow in 1977; global hitmakers beyond Don’t You (Forget About Me).
Multiple sources report on Glasgow 2026’s impact as a bridge to the Commonwealth Games’ future, with emphasis on cost-saving measures, collaboration with hosts, and shifting regional leadership. The Games wrap with questions over global viewership and future hosts.
Netball at the Commonwealth Games ends with Jamaica stunning Australia 46-45; Jamaica and New Zealand will contest the gold, while England faces Australia for bronze. The Hydro will be converted to a concert venue for Simple Minds after the final netball matches.
Rushed by the last-minute pullout of Victoria, Glasgow 2026 has redefined the Commonwealth Games with a lean, sustainable blueprint. The event is proving adaptable for future hosts while keeping 74 nations engaged and celebrating a compact, inclusive model.
Scotland has steered the Commonwealth Games to a leaner, greener model, overcoming last‑minute hosting hurdles. The event showcased top Scottish sport, with medals across swimming, athletics and football, and set a template for future hosts focused on affordability and collaboration.
Glastonbury has confirmed tickets for 2027 will go on sale in October, with weekend passes priced at £408 including a £5 booking fee. Coach-tickets bundles go live on 1 October and general admission on 4 October. Registration remains mandatory to curb touts as fans anticipate headliners and the return after a fallow year.