Covid-19 outbreak hits Ayr Hospital ward

Dolly Parton and Carl Dean have had their fill of each other after more than five decades of marriage, the 74-year-old singer joked during an appearance on Jessie Ware's podcast.«My husband and I have been together for 57 years and married 54,» she explained of Dean, with whom she tied the knot with in 1966.

direct to your inboxPolice have been spot-checking drivers crossing the border between Tier 2 and Tier 3 areas. Travel rules were relaxed in some areas in England on Wednesday as the national coronavirus lockdown came to an end.

direct to your inboxA further 23 coronavirus-related deaths have been recorded at Greater Manchester's hospitals.It means the region's hospital death toll now stands at 3,725.Both Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust recorded a further seven deaths.There were two further deaths recorded at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust and Stockport NHS Foundation Trust.Three deaths were recorded at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust.The total number of coronavirus deaths at hospital trusts in Greater Manchester, as of Thursday, December 3, are:A further 295 people, who tested positive for coronavirus have died in hospitals in England.It brings the total number of

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos slammed calls to "cancel" student debt or make college free, making a case this week against what she called a "socialist takeover" of education -- and prompting a fiery rebuke from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

By KYLE GUNNSt Mirren have been hit with two 3-0 defeats and a suspended fine by the SPFL after being found guilty of breaching Covid-19 protocols. PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happens This relates to games which were postponed against Motherwell and Hamilton,  following a breakout at the Paisley club in October.Saints were hopeful that the games could be rearranged but the league has now made their position clear.And the judgement, which includes a £40,000 fine suspended until 2021, now leaves the Buddies level on points with Brian Rice’s Accies but they still occupy the playoff spot due to  a better goal difference.A club statement said the club were disappointed with the outcome but they would review their position before

While coronavirus cases are on the rise nationwide, Reginae Carter went all out for her 22nd birthday on November 29, and finally responded to criticism for her blowout bash in Atlanta. The daughter of rapper Lil Wayne took to her Instagram Story on December 2, posting a screenshot of her negative COVID-19 test results. She also added the caption, “FYI, I take 2 or 3 test[s] a week. For those who are concerned,” she wrote adding two heart-kissing emojis.

Kilmarnock have been hammered by an SPFL disciplinary panel today following a Covid breach ahead of their Premiership match with Motherwell in October.The East Ayrshire's side clash with the Steelmen on Friday, October 2 was postponed due to a coronavirus outbreak at Rugby Park.The matter was referred to the SPFL who opened disciplinary proceedings against Killie with the tribunal's findings revealed this afternoon.A statement says Killie confirmed "a number of breaches" of the SPFL's COVID-19 regulations.It went on to say: "These admitted breaches involved the seating arrangements on the coach and at the pre-match meal for an away game."In both cases it was admitted by the club that there was a failure to observe physical distancing."The

Britain’s Prince Harry has suggested that the coronavirus pandemic is a rebuke from nature as he called for more action to tackle climate change.

Ryan Seacrest just opened his 11th hospital broadcast studio, with help from Justin Bieber.

A fine of £40,000 has also been imposed, suspended until June 30, 2021, pending any further breaches of the SPFL’s Covid-19 Regulations by the club.

Perth and Kinross response to the care home sector during the pandemic has been hailed as “exemplary.” The region’s chief officer for health and social care this week told a local committee it had been a “very challenging seven months.”He praised staff for having done “a remarkable job in those most telling circumstances.”Perth and Kinross residents told COVID vaccine is safe and they should get itThe chief officer for health and social care Gordon Paterson was presenting a six-month performance report to PKC’s audit and performance committee of the integration joint board (IJB) on Monday (November 30).He said: “I continue to be enormously proud of the endeavours of staff who need to be recognised and thanked for that.” Mr Paterson told the

AMC Entertainment on Thursday filed with the SEC to sell up to 200 million shares as the embattled exhibitor seeks to keep its business afloat with the global pandemic dragging on.

Rolling Stone reported. Blinks — the group’s rabid fans — will be treated to a medley of songs from the K-pop quartet’s highly touted “The Album,” which was released in October.

A further 381 people have died of Covid-19 in UK hospitals.

Bad Bunny is healthy and doing well! The 26-year-old Latinx musician, whose real name is Benito Ocasio, appeared on Wednesday's episode of via video chat, and opened up about his recent COVID-19 diagnosis. «I feel great, thank god. I already tested negative, so I'm so happy,» the «Una Vez» singer said.

scrapping exams should be made before the Christmas holidays.Willie Rennie, the Scottish Lib Dem leader, echoed the call.Education Secretary John Swinney has already cancelled exams at a National 5 level and is under pressure to make the same decision for Highers and Advanced Highers.Critics believe there would not be a level playing field for pupils from poorer backgrounds if an exams diet went ahea.The Scottish Government is considering the matter.Harvie, whose party wants exams replaced by a "robust system of continuous assessment", raised the issue at First Minister's Questions.In a statement, he said: “This week the education secretary told parliament that one in four S4-6 pupils have already experienced a COVID-related absence, so it

Perth and Kinross residents to have the COVID-19 vaccine when it is offered to them. Roseanna Cunningham MSP was speaking after the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency confirmed that the vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech had been authorised for use in the UK.Tory brings some "festive cheer" with "declaration of independence" callThe first doses are due to be administered next week.

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge AdvertiserNicola Sturgeon added at First Minister’s Questions: “We considered very carefully the issue of school hoidays; the advice reflects that this is a difficult decision, but the balanced judgment is that the risk of transmission in schools is not sufficient to outweight the risk to chldren’s education of being out of school for longer periods of time.”Councils will be asked to have arrangements in place to minimise the risk of school staff being required to take part in contact tracing.Mr Swinney’s letter says: “One issue where there is broad consensus is around the need for school staff to have their planned holidays without interruption due to the need to engage in contact

Asda has said it will hand back £340 million saved in business rates relief, joining four other supermarkets.

Lamar Jackson was tipped by many to lead the Baltimore Ravens to the Super Bowl this season, but it’s been a much trickier campaign than most anticipated.The Ravens have been hindered by plenty of injuries and saw their meeting with Pittsburgh Steelers pushed back almost a week due to a number of positive Covid tests.One of those who tested positive was star quarterback Jackson, who was named NFL MVP last season.Jackson missed the 19-14 defeat to the Steelers with Robert Griffin III and Trace McSorley sharing passing duties.That loss sees the Ravens at 6-5 for the season despite many expecting the AFC North franchise to be certainties for the playoffs.They have won just one of their last five matches, though two of those defeats have been

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