Only 11 per cent of Perth and Kinross library users have returned since lockdown

Greater Manchester has long been a region to pave the way with a wealth of innovations, trends and ideas over the decades.

Ever wondered where all the public toilets have gone when you’re caught short out and about?

As Moss Side burned during the riots of 1981 Phil Martin was already thinking about how he could restore some pride in the shattered community.

Harry Maguire believes it's 'embarrassing' that it has taken 139 attempts for Manchester United to score from a corner and has urged the side to continue improving their set plays.

Brenda Edwards' Loose Women colleagues have rallied around her after it was revealed on Sunday night that her son Jamal, 31, had passed away.MORE: Coleen Nolan reveals the reason she didn't invite Brenda Edwards for Christmas DayWhilst Brenda is yet to publicly confirm the news and break her silence, friend Denise Welch was one of the first to react, revealing her heart ached for her.WATCH: Denise Welch asks fans for sympathy during 'horrible' health battle"My heart aches for my friend Brenda. I can't bear it.

Kate Middleton's hilarious response to being asked if she was her husband's Prince William's "assistant" proves that she's got a great sense of humour.The Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke of Cambridge paid an official visit to Cardiff's Shire Hall care home last year.After speaking with 87-year-old resident Joan Drew-Smith who directly asked Prince William, "Is that your assistant?" while pointing at the future Queen.

Boxing coach Barry Clark says Mark McKeown has been hailed a ‘future world champion’, as the Coatbridge fighter prepares for his biggest stage yet.

Albion Rovers boss Brian Reid says it was a disappointment to his squad that they couldn’t keep their momentum going against Stirling Albion due to bad weather.

Lewis Spence was delighted to mark his Accies return with the winner against Morton on Saturday, and hopes that means he's over his injury nightmare.

A fed-up resident claims the council are allowing his neighbours to abuse the recycling system and leave their bins overflowing.

Keith Jackson: That squeaky-bum time is going to come into play for the first time in more than a decade. Rangers played well at Tannadice but malfunctioned in front of goal. Celtic still can’t defend set-pieces. It’s almost becoming too hard to call.

The seventh episode of Euphoria season two featured Lexi’s play and fans are shocked by the budget the high school gave to the theater department!

Coming off a three-month break, Last Week Tonight host John Oliver wasted no breath in his ninth season opener and devoted almost a half-hour to one of the most controversial topics swirling around schools today: the education of critical race theory.

What better way to celebrate a (literal) birth day than with a little 50 Cent? For Usher, nothing could be more classic, and he made sure to pull out all the stops for his son Sire’s special day, and played an extra special song for the big moment when his son Sire, 1, was born. Opening up to Ellen Degeneres on a preview of his latest visit to the show, Usher revealed the sweet way he welcomed his son into the world. Ellen called the song choice “amazing.”

Dua Lipa has parted ways with her management team and she reportedly has hired her father Dukagijn to be her new interim manager.

New parents Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra held hands after enjoying a romantic sushi date at celeb-favorite Nobu Malibu on Sunday night.The 29-year-old New Jersey native wore a Gucci cross-body bag over a striped hoodie, white jeans, and matching shoes.The Indian 39-year-old toted a beige Louis Vuitton bag while clad in a striped blouse over a white tank top, belted denim bell bottoms, and white sandals. Date night! New parents Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra held hands after enjoying a romantic sushi meal at celeb-favorite Nobu Malibu on SundayBoth Priyanka and Nick were still wearing disposable face masks, which remain mandatory indoors in Los Angeles County despite waning COVID-19 infection and hospitalization numbers.The married couple of three years originally met in 2017 at an Oscars bash, but they didn't truly connect until the Met Gala in 2018.

Actor, model and socialite Christian Wilkins has slammed media coverage of his dress at the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day event on Sunday.Trigger Warning: This story has details of homophobic media coverage and homophobic slurs, which might be distressing to some readers. For 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For Australia-wide LGBTQI peer support call QLife on 1800 184 527 or webchat.Christian, son of veteran Channel Nine reporter Richard Wilkins, was dressed in a fabulous, pink halter neck mini dress for a Fair Day event at Victoria Park, Sydney. Christian Wilkins (left) calls out the Daily Telegraph’s homophobic headline (right).The experience was however marred, when on Monday Daily Telegraph’s Sydney Confidential section featured Christian’s photos with a homophobic headline.“Dude looks like a lady! Richard Wilkins’ flamboyant son Christian flaunts his VERY toned figure in a skin-tight pink mini dress with daring cut-outs”, the headline screamed. Christian, who came out as gay in public in March 2018 on the front cover of a magazine, did not mince his words when calling out the publication over its homophobic coverage.   A post shared by CHRISTIAN WILKINS (@theprincewilkins)In 2021, Christian had made his acting debut in the Stan Original series Eden, in an LGBTQI role, playing a twin named Leander. Christian has previously been a fashion correspondent for E News and starred in shows Dancing With The Stars and Filthy Rich and Homeless. In his coming out interview, Christian had said that he had “taken it upon myself to become the best damn gay I can be!”  A post shared by CHRISTIAN WILKINS (@theprincewilkins)Christian had in an interview said that he had never come

narrowest house in London is on sale for nearly £1 million and it measures just five feet five inches. Situated in Shepherds Bush, West London, the property has rocketed in value despite being such a tight squeeze.

Perth with a shared interest in mental and physical good health are gearing up to bring the city a new wellness cafe.Andy and Jess Douglas of Scotland All-Strong gym, Linda Fisken, founder of mental health support group Linda’s Ladies, and Katie Edgar of Perth social enterprise Well Minds Listening, are preparing a lottery grant application to start up ‘The Well of Perth’ cafe in the city.The group want to open from one of the vacant building’s in the middle of Perth High Street.Perth pub owner's bid to keep outdoor eating by city hall on the table“We’re planning to set up The Well of Perth, where you’d find quality coffee, cakes and comfy chairs,” explained Andy, whose All-Strong Gym on Scott Street promotes physical activity, mindful

The Crown) and Serena, Marchioness of Bute have benefited from Uniacke's gentle touch, along with various rock stars, actors and VHNWIs (very-high-net-worth individuals). But if a client chooses to spill the beans, as Victoria Beckham did rather loudly when she persuaded Uniacke to complete her Holland Park home in 2014 (taking over from London's other design queen, Kelly Hoppen), then don't expect Uniacke to join in the conversation.I almost consider asking Uniacke if she wears Beckham's clothes when we meet at her own home, an extraordinary Pimlico pile that she set about transforming over 10 years ago, but then I weigh up the evidence.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.The man at the helm of Perth Concert Hall has announced they hope to pilot some live audience events in autumn.But Horsecross Arts chief executive Nick Williams this week told councillors uncertainty due to COVID left him and his team with real difficulty in trying to plan anything.Mr Williams was providing an update to Perth and Kinross Council’s scrutiny committee on Wednesday.The Horsecross chief executive, responsible for Perth Theatre and Perth Concert Hall, said he and his colleagues were “very sceptical” they would be able to open venues any time soon.He said this left them with the “difficulty in planning for anything at the moment.”But that has