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22-year average time to fix bridges in Scotland

New analysis has revealed that it takes on average 22 years to fix a bridge in Scotland, with many crumbling in the Highlands. Major upgrades are needed for 35 vital crossings (“substandard bridges”), however, research has shown that some communities are waiting years – sometimes decades – for crucial changes to be made. The report reveals that Argyll and Bute Council noticed the Connel Bridge that crosses from Loch Etive to Connel near Oban required work in 2016, however, it will not be signed off until 2024. The Connell Bridge is located near Oban. Image: Kevin McGlynn. One of the…Continue Reading

Lethbridge Pronghorns rugby leader Wright wrapping U Sports career at nationals – Lethbridge

Descrease article font size Increase article font size A mainstay at the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns rugby for half a decade, Genna Wright’s time with ‘Horns is coming to an end on the national stage. The Tabers, Alta. product’s last U Sports action will be at the Canadian University 7s National Championship before she graduates this spring. “I’m very proud to be a Pronghorn and I’ve had a good five years,” Wright said. Read more: Pronghorns track and field athlete eyeing U Sports record One of the most experienced athletes on a young team, assistant coach Neil Langevin believes simply…Continue Reading

Capercaillie on the verge of extinction again warns Sir David Attenborough

The capercaillie could become extinct in Scotland once again, warns Sir David Attenborough during an episode of BBC One’s Wild Isles. The episode on March 19 focused on the woodlands of the UK, with filmmakers capturing footage of this elusive icon of the Highlands. Camera operators spent two years at a secret location in the pine forests near Aviemore to capture footage of a lek, a meeting of male capercaillies who fight for female attention. One alpha male displays himself in front of nine females while other males look on, however, one decides it’s worth a challenge. A fight soon…Continue Reading

Pangkalpinang is said to be suitable to host sports tourism basketball

Pangkalpinang (ANTARA) – Central Secretary General of the Indonesian Basketball Association (Perbasi) Nirmala Dewi said that Pangkalpinang City, Bangka Belitung Islands Province, was suitable to host basketball sport tourism at both national and international levels. “The Pangkalpinang Mayor’s enthusiasm is extraordinary for advancing basketball and we certainly want this Country of Thousands of Smiles to be able to host national and international basketball events,” said Nirmala Dewi in Pangkalpinang, Saturday. He said the U15 Basketball National Championship which will be held in Pangkalpinang City, Sunday (8/1) is thanks to the full support of the Mayor of Pangkalpinang Maulan Aklil, as…Continue Reading

Kylian Mbappe: Paris Saint-Germain grant forward permission to speak to Al Hilal after world-record bid | Transfer Center News

Paris Saint-Germain have granted permission for Kylian Mbappe to speak to Al Hilal after the Saudi club’s world-record £259m bid. The French champions have put Mbappe up for sale and left him out of their squad for the pre-season tour of Japan and South Korea, having made it clear they only want to include players who are committed to the club. Al Hilal’s record-breaking offer is not the only one PSG has received. They have been approached with a mix of offers for Mbappe, including cash plus players, but Al Hilal has shown their intention by tabling the world-record bid.…Continue Reading

Sky Sports reporter reveals exciting Arsenal transfer news as next target revealed

A Sky Sports reporter revealed exciting news regarding who Arsenal are targeting in the remainder of the transfer window. The Gunners have already had a busy summer, having recruited Kai Havertz for £65million from Chelsea, signed Jurrien Timber in a deal that could rise to £38.5million, and purchased Declan Rice for a club-record £105million. Indeed, the latter transfer is just shy of the British record, with Chelsea having paid Benfica £106.8million for midfielder Enzo Fernandez in January. Despite having spent more than £200million so far this window, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta claimed the club could still do more business. Arsenal…Continue Reading

Joan Eardley Haystack paintings sell for record prices at auction

Joan Eardley Haystack paintings sell for record prices at auction Calendar An icon of a desk calendar. Cancel An icon of a circle with a diagonal line across. Caret An icon of a block arrow pointing to the right. E-mail An icon of a paper envelope. Facebook An icon of the Facebook “f” mark. Google An icon of the Google “G” mark. LinkedIn An icon of the Linked In “in” mark. Logout An icon representing logout. Profile An icon that resembles a human head and shoulders. Telephone An icon of a traditional telephone receiver. tick An icon of a tick…Continue Reading

France, Jamaica, Brazil and Panama: A guide to Group F at Women’s World Cup 2023

The 2023 Women’s World Cup is taking place in Australia and New Zealand between 20 July and 20 August. Former finalists Brazil are in Group F, along with 2019 hosts France, Jamaica and debutants Panama. BBC Sport takes a closer look at those teams. Brazil Managers: Pia Sundage, 63, previously coached both Sweden and the United States, winning Olympic gold with the latter in 2008 and 2012, as well as taking them to the 2011 World Cup final. As a player, she scored the winning penalty against England as Sweden won the inaugural European Championship in 1984 at Luton’s Kenilworth…Continue Reading