Aberdeen must fund new stadium as council report shares beachfront development concerns

Green campaigners in Bothwell celebrated when they were presented with an extra special tree just in time for Christmas.

Steven Hammell admits Motherwell face an important next few weeks in their season, and hopes to take the frustration of their 1-1 draw against Livingston out on Hibs on Sunday.

Lesmahagow curler Alison Taylor is looking forward to getting stuck into England after being selected as part of the 32-strong Scotland squad for the 2023 Four Nations competition.

There wasn’t much of the usual swashbuckling style but Callum McGregor reckons getting out of Dodge with a point when under par is the mark of champions.

It was two steps forward, two steps back as Rangers threw away the chance to start sneaking up on Celtic.

Oprah Winfrey left her 21.8 million Instagram followers stunned after she showcased her seemingly slimmed-down figure on New Year's Day.The 68-year-old television icon shared a video to her account celebrating after she completed an end-of-year hike for 10.2 miles round trip.And fans couldn't help but noticing how fit the TV host and occasional actress looked compared to just a year before, so much so that they asked for her weight-loss secrets in the comments.Oprah — who was joined by her longtime friend Gayle King — gave her fans a prime view of her trimmer figure at the start of the clip while wearing a pale pink zip-up hoodie and matching sweatpants. Looking good! Oprah Winfrey, 68, had fans wondering what her weight-loss secrets were after she showcased her seemingly slimmed-down figure on New Year's Day after celebrating with a 10.2 mile hike with her good friend Gayle KingShe was also dressed for the occasion with a set of dark hiking boots.The Beloved star protected herself from the sun with a wide-brimmed hat, and she brought along two black hiking poles to help with the trek.

Lamar Odom opens up about his relationship with Kris Jenner, praising her business acumen and more during his new Fox TV special Sex, Drugs and the Kardashians.The 43-year-old former NBA star, who was married to Khloe Kardashian from 2009 to 2016, opened up about Jenner, 67, managing him for a period of time.While he praised Jenner's business sense... he also revealed that it was Jenner who told Odom that Khloe would be at SoulCycle, that lead to Odom being accused of stalking Khloe. Lamar: Lamar Odom opens up about his relationship with Kris Jenner, praising her business acumen and more during his new Fox TV special Sex, Drugs and the Kardashians Accused: While he praised Jenner's business sense...

Tia Carrere looked incredibly youthful wearing a bikini in a new Instagram photo series shared on Monday as she celebrated her 56th birthday as well as ringing in 2023.The Wayne's World vet paused for a photo as she soaked up the sun while enjoying a tropical getaway in the Bahamas for the New Year's holiday, and also tested out her paddle boarding skills on the shimmering water. The talented star, who has often flaunted her sense of style and fit frame, spent the weekend with a close friend on the trip.  A stunner: Tia Carrere, 56, looked youthful wearing a black bikini in a new Instagram post she shared on Monday and is known for numerous roles, such as starring in the 1992 film, Wayne's World The General Hospital actress flaunted her fit physique by pausing for a quick snap on a ladder before taking a dive into the sparkling water that stretched out behind her.  The beauty donned a black bikini halter top along with matching bottoms as she enjoyed a day under the warm sun. Her long brunette locks were slicked back into a ponytail, and sported a pair of reflective aviator sunglasses that contained hues of purple and pink on the lens. Tia's arms easily rested on the top of the metal ladder as she posed for the camera to capture a few memories during her tropical getaway. '#happynewyear #happybirthday to me :-) Thank you thank you thank you @spychick and #secretislandlair,' she penned in the caption, referencing to her friend that also joined in on the festivities, 'for an epic start to 2023 and the first day of the rest of my life!' Celebration: The General Hospital actress officially celebrated her 56th birthday on Monday  Ringing in the New Year! Before turning 56, the talented star jumped into the New Year alongside

Darren Criss looked cozy while walking with his wife Mia Swier and their daughter Bluesy in Los Feliz on Monday. The 35-year-old Broadway star bundled up in a bulky brown coat with matching brown shoes and black sweats. He pulled a teal beanie over his dark brown hair. His beard was shaved down neatly against his jaw.  Walking together: Darren Criss looked cozy while walking with his wife Mia Swier and their daughter Bluesy in Los Feliz on MondayCriss' better half, 37, donned a black hoodie which fell to the top of her thighs.  She added tight black leggings to the outfit, and she walked in a pair of white Adidas shoes. The happy couple took turns pushing their infant daughter Bluesy through the city streets. Darren and Mia welcomed their daughter to the world back in April with a heartfelt Instagram post.  Bundled up: The 35-year-old Broadway star bundled up in a bulky brown coat with matching brown shoes and black sweats Announcement post: Criss shared a picture to his Instagram on Thursday afternoon to announce the big news Sneak peek: The couple first announced they were expecting a child back in October when Criss shared a video of the pair listening to the child's heartbeat during an ultrasound Criss likened his son to a new song in the caption complete with music note emojis. He wrote, 'M & D made some sweet music.

North West posted a hilarious TikTok on Monday, documenting the long process of getting her hair done as she made a series of goofy faces.The nine-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian, 42 – who reportedly has strict rules for the pre-teen influencer and her TikTok account – gave her 12 million followers an inside look at getting her lustrous hair braided. And once her stunning braids were finished, North teamed up with her megastar mom to make a pair of cute back-to-back TikToks.  Too funny: North West, nine, posted a hilarious TikTok on Monday, documenting the long process of getting her hair done as she made a series of goofy facesNorth's hair was unbraided and curly when she started recording herself at home.   'It's really not that bad,' she lip-synced into the camera, mouthing along to a silly voiceover. 'It just needs a little...shaping.

Jeremiah Duggar and his wife Hannah have introduced their first child on social media.The 24-year-old former star of '19 Kids And Counting' and Hannah, 27, announced the arrival of baby girl Brynley Noelle on Sunday with a photo they both posted on Instagram.'After an incredible year, God gave us a precious Christmas gift to top it all off!! Baby girl decided to arrive early and we are totally and completely in love with our little Brynley Noelle,' Jeremiah wrote in the caption. First child: Jeremiah Duggar and his wife Hannah have introduced their first child on social mediaHe added her December 25 date of birth along with birth measurements of 6lbs 15oz and 19.5 inches.Hannah held the baby while she and Jeremiah looked down at her with their foreheads touching.

The filmmaking world is in mourning with news that Emmy-nominated filmmaker Catherine Cryan passing away.The writer and director passed on December 24 at 59 years of age, after a battle with cancer, according to Variety.She passed away in Vancouver, British Columbia after a career that spanned three decades.  R.I.P.: The filmmaking world is in mourning with news that Emmy-nominated filmmaker Catherine Cryan passing awayCryan was born in Brooklyn and attended Harvard University, graduating from the prestigious institution in 1985.She then spent the next two years working for the Royal Shakespeare Company in London. After returning to the United States, she started working as an executive assistant for prolific filmmaker Roger Corman.  Early years: Cryan was born in Brooklyn and attended Harvard University, graduating from the prestigious institution in 1985She started her writing career with a trio of films released in 1990 - A Cry in the Wild, Slumber Party Massacre III and Bloodfist III.She wrote 1991's Dead Space starring Bryan Cranston and Uncaged starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan for Roger Corman's company, along with 1993's Fire on the Amazon starring Sandra Bullock, a year before her breakthrough hit Speed.Cryan also started her directing career in 1993 with White Wolves: A Cry in the Wild II, starring Mark-Paul Gosselaar, which earned her an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Directing in a Children's Special.

Kylie Jenner has been celebrating the new year with her sister Kendall and a few friends on a glamorous snow trip in Aspen, Colorado.On Monday, the billionaire cosmetics mogul, 25, shared a festive eight-image carousel on her Instagram page, giving fans a taste of how she rang in the new year.Curiously, there was no sign of her on-off beau Travis Scott in the snaps.  In the first image, Kylie sat in the front seat of a luxury Mercedes G-wagon SUV wearing an oversized coat with white fur as she drove through the streets in style. Kick off 2023 in style: Kylie Jenner sat in the front seat of a luxury Mercedes G-wagon SUV wearing an oversized coat with white fur as she celebrated the new year with her sister Kendall and a few friends on a glamorous snow trip in Aspen, ColoradoIn the second shot, the mother-of-two was a sight to see in a skintight black bodysuit.Posing gleefully with her best friend, Stassie Karanikolou, in front of a decorated snow plow, the duo was dressed to impress in their sexy New Year’s Eve attire.

The Lib Dems have blamed the Scottish Government for a drop in the number of public toilets across the country.

A Scots pooch who almost died after being mauled by two out-of-control dogs at a Glasgow park only survived thanks to his new winter jacket. Mylo, an Australian Labradoodle, was being walked by his owner’s grandfather in Dawsholm Park when he was set upon by the mastiff-type dogs on December 15.

The daughter of a Scots gran who died in Turkey is desperate to bring her mum's dog home after she was unable to fly her body back to Scotland.

Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack has hailed the council's decision to keep their new stadium proposals "within the overall beach masterplan".

Aberdeen chief Dave Cormack has pledged the club will no longer be suckered into losing their top players for free or at a knockdown price.

Jim Goodwin insists it hasn't been top marks for Aberdeen in his tenure so far - insisting there is far more to come from his squad at the club's AGM.