Over 50 walkers went along on the latest outing.

East Kilbride Hiking Club headed east to explore the gentle hills and glens of the Pentlands, south of Edinburgh on their recent outing.

After a brief comfort stop at the Abington services on the M74 the coach travelled via Biggar to drop off 27 high level hikers at Carlops to start their 13km trail taking in five summits, the highest being 573m Scaid Law.

Meanwhile, 26 low level hikers started their hike a couple of kilometres farther along the A702 at Nine Mile Burn and passed alongside Loganlee and Glencorse reservoirs, on their 14km undulating walk, meeting up with the others at the Flotterstone Inn, Penicuik for a social hour.

The weather could have been better but the members are used to the occasional ‘dreich’ day so were totally unfazed by a bit of rain and mist.

The club website normally shows you where the next walk will be but not this time – the next outing is a mystery walk with a meal to finish and is fully booked already.

Check the website to see where the next available hike is headed, at www.ekhikingclub.co.uk

The club secretary May is looking forward to providing you with all the information you need to join this friendly group on the hills. Just phone or message her on 07981 307803.

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Firefighters were called to the scene at the Angelzarke Reservoir between Horwich and Chorley just before 9pm on Sunday February 22.

They say that a rope rescue unit was used as part of the operation.

A Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “At 20:57 on Sunday February 22 2026, two fire engines from Chorley and Horwich, from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, fire stations, along with the Rope Rescue Unit from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, attended a road traffic collision on Knowsley Lane in Heath Charnock, Chorley.

“Firefighters assisted in extricating one casualty from a vehicle and worked to make the scene safe.

“Crews were on scene for 55 minutes.”

A member of the public reported seeing the incident at the reservoir off Knowsley Lane on Sunday evening.

He said that it looked like a VW Golf had gone off the bridge.

Images and videos from the scene appear to show emergency services going about their work and helping to get someone to safety.

Members of the public have been encouraged to always call 999 in the event of an emergency as soon as it is safe to do so.

The Foreign Office has issued a warning to British tourists

The Foreign Office has urged British nationals in a popular tourist destination to stay indoors and avoid all non-essential travel. The warning for Brits in Mexico follows a wave of violence sparked by the death of a drug cartel kingpin. Around 450,000 Brits travelled to the nation in 2025, according to Mexican tourism data – making the UK the third highest source of international tourism by air.

Mexico’s army announced on Sunday that it had eliminated cartel leader Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, nicknamed ‘El Mencho’, during a military operation in the western state of Jalisco. His killing unleashed widespread disorder, with hours of roadblocks and vehicles set alight throughout the state, including in the popular tourist destinations of Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

In revised travel guidance published on Monday, the UK Foreign Office cautioned: “Serious security incidents have been reported on 22 February across the state of Jalisco, including in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta, following a federal law-enforcement operation against organised crime in the municipality of Tapalpa.

“Authorities in Puerto Vallarta have issued a public advisory to stay indoors. Routes to airports may be blocked. You should exercise extreme caution, follow local authorities’ advice, including orders to stay indoors and avoid non-essential travel in affected areas.”

The United States Embassy in Mexico issued a similar warning, calling on Americans to “shelter in place”. British travellers were additionally advised to keep a close eye on local news outlets and adhere to official guidance, reports Bristol Live.

“If you do decide to travel, we recommend intercity road travel during daylight hours,” the official advice stated. “Security incidents have also been reported in other parts of Mexico. As the situation develops, wherever you are in Mexico, you should stay alert and follow local security advice.”

Puerto Vallarta International Airport confirmed the cancellation of “all international operations and most of the domestic flights” on Sunday local time.

The ‘taking for granted’ aspect of Carrick’s answer was telling.

The former United and England midfielder knows the sacrifices needed to excel at the highest level. He also knows the demands placed on players’ bodies.

Mental strength is also key.

Beyond his ability, it is the kind of attitude that meant Maguire put himself forward to be involved at Burnley, which makes him so valuable to United.

It is why, as they approach a summer when Casemiro’s vast experience is going to be lost, it should be welcomed that multiple sources with an understanding of Maguire’s contractual situation believe a resolution will be found that will allow him to remain at United at least for next season.

Nothing is agreed yet. Until it is, there remains the potential for Maguire to either strike a deal with another club – which, under freedom of contract regulations, he is entitled to do – or United back away.

But the mood music is upbeat.

Compromise is likely to be needed, on both salary – Maguire is one of United’s highest-paid players and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is determined to drive costs down – and maybe contract length.

But through Burnley, Brighton, City and beyond, Maguire played for every single minute of the four-match winning streak Carrick started his spell in charge with.

The England defender has shown just how valuable he is at a time when Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined for an indefinite period with a back injury, with no immediate sign of return.

Maguire does not only have experience and calmness. His communication is also crucial. He is demanding of those around him and is not scared to let team-mates know when they have fallen below the standards he expects.

His central-defensive partnership with Lisandro Martinez has a familiarity about it too, which is a bit surprising given the pair have only started 16 times together in a two-man central defence since the Argentina international joined from Ajax in 2022.

The reasons for that are numerous. Amorim’s formation for a start. Before that, Erik ten Hag clearly did not feel Maguire was the kind of player he wanted, and Martinez has suffered some pretty hefty injuries.

There is also the knowledge their first two games together were the defeats by Brighton and Brentford that started Ten Hag’s reign.

They have won 11 of the following 14 games they have started, though, which suggests keeping them both fit could be the key to United’s Champions League qualification quest.

Transport chiefs are exploring the possibility of introducing new parking fees at a series of Metro stations in both North and South Tyneside.

The seven stations understood to be proposed for possible new parking charges are Cullercoats, Monkseaton, Shiremoor, Whitley Bay, East Boldon, Fellgate, and Hebburn.

Concerns have already been aired about drivers deciding to park on neighbouring residential streets instead, after the prospect of a daily charge of up to £1.80 at Hebburn, Fellgate and East Boldon stations emerged at community forum meetings last month.

While it had been suggested that the fees could be introduced on April 1, when new Metro ticket prices come into force, operator Nexus has confirmed that will not be the case.

The possibility remains under review, however, as Nexus seeks ways to boost its income and close a budget gap that currently leaves it needing to spend around £18 million of its cash reserves by 2029 to balance the books.

Nexus commercial director Helen Mathews said: “We are currently in the process of reviewing the car parking provision on the Tyne and Wear Metro. No final decision has been made yet on what changes we might make and we will be liaising with our local authority partners on this. Further information will be provided in due course.”

A petition with nearly 700 names opposed to the East Boldon plans was presented this week to Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon, who holds the transport portfolio in the North East Combined Authority, by the prospective Labour election candidates for Cleadon and East Boldon – John Temple and Tina Roche.

Dr Temple said: “Residents in East Boldon already suffer from inconsiderate parking by drivers who use the Metro station and park in the nearby streets. The introduction of parking charges will only make matters worse.” 

Ms Roche added: “When people are struggling with the cost of living, adding another £400 a year to someone’s expenses is outrageous. Furthermore, the imposition of charges for parking at Metro stations will only serve to discourage the use of public transport.”

Under the new Metro fares package agreed by council leaders this month, the daily cost of leaving your vehicle at the park and ride sites at Callerton Parkway, Bank Foot, Regent Centre, Four Lane Ends, Northumberland Park and Stadium of Light stations will rise from £1.50 to £1.80 per day from April 1.

But no new charges at stations where parking is currently free were part of the budget plans signed off by the North East Combined Authority.

BANGKOK (AP) — The Supreme Court’s ruling against U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs has countries like China and South Korea watching for Washington’s next steps, while financial markets took the news in stride.

The decision announced Friday could potentially disrupt arrangements worked out in trade negotiations since Trump announced sweeping tariffs on dozens of countries in April 2025.

China’s Commerce Ministry said it was conducting a “comprehensive assessment of ” the ruling against the tariffs Trump imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA.

“China urges the United States to lift the unilateral tariffs imposed on trading partners,” an unnamed ministry spokesman said in a statement.

The statement reiterated Beijing’s stance that there are no winners in a trade war and that the measures Trump had announced “not only violate international economic and trade rules but also contravene domestic laws of the United States, and are not in the interests of any party,” the official Xinhua News Agency cited the spokesperson as saying.

Trump responded to the Supreme Court decision by proposing a new 10% global tariff under an alternative law, Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, and later increased it to 15%.

For China and some other countries in Asia that were subject to higher import duties on their exports, that could potentially bring some relief. But for others such as Japan, the United Kingdom and other U.S. allies, tariffs could rise.

The U.S. plans to stand by its trade deals and expects its partners to do the same, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said in a CBS News interview Sunday.

“The deals were not premised on whether or not the emergency tariff litigation would rise or fall,” said Greer, Trump’s top trade negotiator. “I haven’t heard anyone yet come to me and say the deal’s off. They want to see how this plays out.”

Uncertainty may worsen if the Trump administration continues imposing new tariffs under alternative laws, South Korea’s trade minister, Kim Jung-kwan, said Monday.

The South Koreans have agreed to hold “amicable” discussions with U.S. officials in order to minimize any negative impact on South Korean companies, he said. Major South Korean exports such as autos and steel are subject to tariffs under other trade laws.

“Given the uncertainty over future U.S. tariff measures, the public and private sectors must work together to strengthen our companies’ export competitiveness and diversify their markets,” Kim said.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also said Sunday that he believed trading partners would abide by existing deals and that tariff revenues will remain steady.

“Tariff revenues will be unchanged this year and will be unchanged in the future,” Bessent said in a Fox News interview, pointing to the new 15% global tariffs Trump has said he wants as a replacement.

The administration would defer to the courts on whether to give companies refunds for the import taxes already collected under the tariffs now declared unlawful, Bessent said.

“It’s out of our hands and we will follow the court’s orders,” he said.

U.S. futures sank early Monday, with the contract for the S&P 500 down 0.6% and that for the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 0.5%. Oil prices fell and the U.S. dollar weakened against the Japanese yen and the euro.

But share prices in Asia mostly advanced, with Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gaining 2.4%.

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Kim Tong-hyung in Seoul, South Korea, contributed.

Feeling tired and sluggish on long flights is a common problem for many people – we asked medical experts to explain the main causes and share prevention tips

Long-haul flights often seem like the ideal chance to tackle that mounting inbox or finally get through that book you’ve been meaning to read. Yet for many passengers, these productive intentions quickly fade as lethargy sets in.

To understand what causes this airborne fatigue, we consulted experts who’ve identified the main culprits behind why air travel leaves us feeling bloated and drained. They’ve also offered practical advice on how to combat these effects.

Throws your regular schedule off balance

“When we are out of our usual routines on a flight, it disrupts what our bodies are used to,” explains Dr Asimah Hanif, NHS GP and medical expert working with travel insurance provider Staysure. “For example, you might not be used to eating so early in the morning when they serve breakfast on a plane, and you might be served something that you don’t usually eat, like an omelette.

“So, the impact of both of those elements combined – eating things that you’re not used to and eating after the time frame that you usually would eat – can disrupt digestion and contribute to sluggishness.”

Dr Mark Austin, gastroenterology specialist at Nuffield Health in Haywards Heath, concurs, noting: “If you’re flying at funny times of the day, that can have an impact on your physiological state, and can release stress hormones and make you feel less hungry, bloated and uncomfortable.”

Lack of proper rest “Many of us struggle to get good quality sleep on a plane, and sleep deprivation has a huge impact on your digestion and how you feel,” explains Dr Austin.

Environment

“When you’re flying at altitude, the air cabin pressure will change and you’ll also get lower oxygen levels, which in turn could affect your digestion and your energy levels,” notes Dr Hanif. “In addition, the cabin air is conditioned, but it’s also quite dry, so people will often notice that their skin becomes dry and might feel dehydrated, which can also contribute to fatigue.”

Alcohol

“We have to be careful about drinking while flying at altitude, as the effects of alcohol can be heightened and have a very negative impact on you,” warns Dr Austin. “We often see people on the news who suddenly become uncontrollable, irrational or difficult to manage when they have been drinking on a plane.

“Alcohol causes dehydration, sleep disturbances and can also have a significant impact on the muscles at the lower end of the gullet, so it can increase your risk of things like reflux.

“Plus, it’s a calorie load and that large volume of sugar can cause changes in your blood sugar levels, which can influence how your body is reacting to these situations.”

Coffee

“When you’re travelling over time zones, your body can become incredibly confused about what time of day or night it is, and if you taking caffeine, which is a stimulant, that can become very difficult and can actually prolong the impact of jet lag,” explains Dr Austin.

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In-flight meals

“Airline meals often contain a high level of salt and I’ve been told that this is because your taste is altered at altitude, so the airlines often compensate for that by adding in more salt to make it taste nice,” notes Dr Hanif. “However, as a result, that can cause water retention and processing issues.”

In-flight cuisine also tends to be carbohydrate-heavy

“The food is usually ultra-processed and often involves things like pasta, rice and bread,” observes Dr Austin. “They often don’t attain much fibre, but do have quite a lot of fat for taste and satiety. These types of foods fill you up and make feel you sleepy.”

Lack of movement

“Sitting down for long periods reduces your general circulation, slows your metabolism and can impact general nutrient absorption,” emphasises Dr Hanif.

Dr Austin continues: “People that are prone to slow gut transit and constipation need to get up and walk around, and if you’re not doing that for long periods of time, plus all the other factors that we’ve already mentioned, you’ve got a significant risk of problems with regards to slow gut transit and gas production. So, you might find that you get a lot of wind.”

Insufficient hydration

“Aeroplanes do run with very low humidity, so you’ve got a huge risk rate related to things like dehydration,” explains Dr Austin. “Dehydration can trigger a stress response where your body is trying to divert blood away from the organs that it doesn’t necessarily think are super important, which often includes your gut. This will cause problems related to digestion, gut transit, bloating and problems with regards to constipation.”

How to avoid feeling lethargic on your next flight

Steer clear of stimulants

“The sensible thing would be to avoid triggers like alcohol, coffee or caffeine, before and during a flight,” suggests Dr Austin.

Skip heavy meals

“Choose a meal that is lighter and is more balanced, rather than a really starchy, carb-heavy meal, ” advises Dr Hanif. “Opting for a meal that contains protein and vegetables instead will have less of an impact on your body.”

Graze instead

“If you don’t feel very hungry, you’d probably be better off snacking rather than eating lots of large meals,” notes Dr Austin. “Take some fruit, nuts and seeds onboard with you.”

Keep yourself hydrated

“Try to have a glass of water, or half a bottle of water, every hour,” suggests Dr Austin.

Stretch your legs

“Get up and walk around the cabin every two to three hours,” advises Dr Austin. “Movement can help dissipate some of the gas if you’re getting some bloating symptoms, and it can help things transit through the gut more easily too.”

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Dani Dyer opens up about her dad Danny’s past rehab stint on their new show together The Dyers’ Caravan Park

Dani Dyer discusses the emotional letter she sent to her dad Danny Dyer during his past time in rehab on their new show The Dyers’ Caravan Park.

The Sky show sees Danny, 48, who loves a caravan park, attempt to save the great British holiday by reviving Priory Hill in Leysdown, Kent.

Danny, who has fond memories of his caravan holidays in the 1980s, is investing his money, time and hard work to bring back the spirit of the classic family holiday alongside daughter Dani, 29.

The father and daughter have a very close bond, having worked together on other projects such as True Love or True Lies, their hit podcast Sorted with the Dyers and travel show Absolutely Dyer: Danny and Dani do Italy.

Opening up during the show, Dani speaks about her close bond with dad Danny, where she reflects on his past time in rehab.

At the time, Danny was on EastEnders playing Mick Carter, a role he played from 2013 to 2022, he headed to rehab in Cape Town in 2016 after he was “slowly killing himself” by being “off his head”.

Danny previously told the BBC receiving a letter from his daughter Dani while at a rehab facility in 2016 was what convinced him to continue his treatment.

The father-of-three, who first met wife Jo Mas when they were both 14, managed to turn his life around with the help of rehab, therapy and meditation.

Talking about her dad’s journey on The Dyers’ Caravan Park, Dani says: “You know when your brain just doesn’t want to remember things? Like, it just blocks it out?

“He [dad Danny] went to rehab a couple of times. I remember the first time, I didn’t really remember the first time that he went and I wrote him a letter.

“I still to this day, I can’t remember what I wrote. You know, like when everything was such a bubble and everything was just so intense at the time.

“I knew he’d gone, but I knew that there was a reason. Like, if he hadn’t gone away, like, God knows where he’d be now.”

Talking about their close bond, Dani made an emotional death admission about her famous dad: “When he goes, I’ll have to stuff him, because I’ll need him in my garden forever. He can never leave me. He has to outlive us all.”

The Dyers’ Caravan Park launches 24 February on Sky and NOW.

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