Employers urged to step up for South Ayrshire by giving staff local gift card as Christmas bonus

When Maggie Gyllenhaal picked up the phone to talk her about her Oscar nomination for best adapted screenplay for the writer/director’s debut film, The Lost Daughter. She wasn’t going to celebrated at first, but soon gave in.

Wayne Rooney after he admitted he wore longer studs in a match against Chelsea “because he wanted to hurt someone”. Rooney made the change before a match for Manchester United against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on April 29, 2006.

Ryanair flight after removing his trousers and hailing "abuse" at passengers and air hostesses.An Irishman returning to Dublin from Alicante was found to be drunk and disorderly and had delayed the flight by around 40 minutes ahead of take-off.Spanish police then escorted the individual from the aircraft on Monday after the cabin crew alerted them, reports the Irish Mirror.Other passengers on the flight are said to have been "afraid" after the man appeared to be intoxicated and began displaying worrying behaviour onboard.One passenger said that the man took his trousers off shortly after sitting down and became more disorderly over time.They told the Irish Mirror: "Nobody noticed anything when he got on, he didn't seem too bad, but when he sat down he got up and took off his trousers."The passenger then added that the Irishman became "hysterical" and had up to "four or five litres of spirits" which he refused to hand over.They added: "Then they called the other cabin steward and he came down and they were just trying to pacify him."He got a bit abusive then and told them he couldn't take his stuff and he had rights."The passenger added that after a long duration the man was eventually removed from the plane "as he refused to cooperate with anything".They said: "People were afraid, they were more afraid of what could have happened if the stewardess had not intervened because he was getting lairy."A spokesperson for Ryanair said: "This flight from Alicante to Dublin [07 February] was delayed ahead of take-off after a passenger became disruptive on board."Crew alerted local police who removed the passenger from the aircraft, and the flight departed following a short delay of approx.

Black Panther (ahem, Michael B. Jordan), My Cousin Vinny, and , an iconic ‘90s supermodel, a Rock & Roll hall of fame inductee, and even a former president of the United States. Though many were born in different decades, each share the same sign, Aquarius, which is generally believed to last from January 21 to about February 20. Typical Aquarians are thought to be particularly assertive, analytical, independent, and possess a fierce social conscience. Keep reading to see 10 celebrities born today, February 9.

A person's risk of dementia can be reduced by eating leafy greens almost everyday, according to experts at the National Institute of Aging, quoting a study on diet and dementia.

Jennifer Lopez was all smiles at the premiere of her latest romantic comedy, .ET's Nischelle Turner spoke to Lopez, who attended the Los Angeles premiere Tuesday night with her boyfriend, Ben Affleck, by her side, where she couldn't help but gush about how happy she is with their rekindled romance.«It's a great date night. We're super happy,» Lopez gushed. «What can I tell you? We're just having a good time.»In the film, out Friday, Lopez plays pop superstar Kat Valdez, whose highly publicized wedding is nearly called off when she finds out her fiancé, played by Maluma, has been cheating on her.

Megan Fox, 35, is “really happy” for her ex Brian Austin Green, 48, after it was announced that he and his girlfriend Sharna Burgess, 36, are expecting a child together. The actress, who shares kids, Noah, 9, Bodhi, 7, and Journey, 5, with the actor, has even apparently “congratulated” the lovebirds on their soon-to-be new arrival.

He has been making the rounds to promote his upcoming comedy — and feature directorial debut — Dog.And Channing Tatum continued his publicity tour on Tuesday with a stop in Hollywood to chat on Jimmy Kimmel Live.The 41-year-old actor looked debonair in a black suit for his appearance, but he arrived to the studio looking far more casual in a blue graphic T-shirt. Back in black: Channing Tatum, 41, looked effortlessly stylish in a classic black suit on Tuesday when he arrived for a taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live in Hollywood to promote his new comedy DogChanning appeared to be half ready with his black trousers on, and he kept the same pair of modest black sneakers for his eventual appearance.He was seen entering the back door of the building with a gray beanie and a black mask on as he carried a garment bag with his jacket, as well as a Giorgio Armani shopping bag.

Two-time Grammy nominee Bebe Rexha slipped her curvaceous 5ft5in figure into a pink lace teddy and garters in order to take on TikTok's Celine Dion Challenge on Monday.The 32-year-old Brooklyn-born Albanian moved seductively as she lip-synched to the 53-year-old Grammy winner's 1996 power ballad It's All Coming Back To Me Now.Rexha - who boasts 34.2M social media followers - captioned her video: 'Officially ready for Valentine's Day!' Wow! Two-time Grammy nominee Bebe Rexha slipped her curvaceous 5ft5in figure into a pink lace teddy and garters in order to take on TikTok's Celine Dion Challenge on Monday Bebe - who said she wanted to 'normalize 165lbs' last June - seemed very confident as she twirled in front of a mirror inside her $2M Hollywood Hills home while clad only in lingerie.But back on December 27, the Die For a Man singer tearfully confessed that she was the 'heaviest I have ever been' and felt 'disgusting in my own body.''I weighed myself just now and I don't feel comfortable sharing the weight because I feel embarrassed,' Rexha admitted on TikTok.

Comedian Heather McDonald shared video of the moment that she fainted on stage during a stand-up comedy show that resulted in a fractured skull.The 51-year-old comedian, who rose to fame through her appearances on E!'s Chelsea Lately, was performing at The Tempe Improv on Saturday night when she collapsed on stage after delivering her second joke.She was taken to the hospital where she was treated for a fractured skull, revealing Tuesday on TikTok and Instagram the video of her collapsing on stage. Shared:Comedian Heather McDonald shared video of the moment that she fainted on stage during a stand-up comedy show that resulted in a fractured skull Comedienne:The 51-year-old comedienne, who rose to fame through her appearances on E!'s Chelsea Lately, was performing at The Tempe Improv on Saturday night when she collapsed on stage after delivering her second joke'I fainted and fractured my skull in front of a sold out show at the @tempeimprov.

Manchester United failed to return to winning ways on Tuesday night as they were held to a stalemate by Burnley.

Dion Charles was 'outstanding' for Bolton Wanderers as Ian Evatt could not understand how Charlton Athletic's Jason Pearce was not shown a second yellow card in the 2-1 win.

A grieving Scots family say they are still searching for answers after their baby tragically died following a ‘perfect pregnancy'.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced significant changes to its guidance for health professionals carrying out Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments across the UK.

An extreme Christian sect is being probed for spreading gay hate and anti-vaxx propaganda among its followers.

A dad in his 20s was discovered dead in the same cemetery where his beloved grandfather was buried, an inquest has heard.

Emmerdale star Olivia Bromley has opened up about the dramatic stunts she filmed with co-star Jay Kontzle during their action-packed week on the ITV soap.

Seven out of ten Scots are worried about affording their energy bills and many are already going cold in their own homes due to rocketing energy prices.

It was announced by a spokesperson from the ICG (International Cinematographers guild-Local 600), that cinematographer and Emmy winner George Spiro Dibie has died at his home in L.A. He was 90. 

Dave took home Best Hip Hop/Rap/Grime Act award at this year’s BRIT Awards, where he also delivered a pyrotechnic-fuelled rendition of his ‘We’re All Alone in This Together’ cut ‘In the Fire’.During his acceptance speech, the rapper thanked God “first and foremost” and said, “I appreciate all the love from the fans.” He went on to thank collaborator Kyle Evans, his mother, friends and family.“I want to say thank you to all of the artists that are in the same field as me. The rappers that have suffered for years and years and years and years and years, and broken down so many barriers in this industry that I’m in right now,” the rapper continued.“It’s for you guys that I feel like, it’s only right that I carry on doing the same thing, and for the people that are here today,” he added, specifically shouting out Best New Artist winner Little Simz and Ghetts, who was also nominated in the Hip Hop/Rap/Grime category.“Listen, man.

A sex survey issued to South Ayrshire schoolkids has been slammed for asking about their antics in the bedroom.