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Inside Derek McInnes' Rangers deal and how transfers will work
The idiosyncrasies of being the main man at Rangers have never been clearer than over the last 12 months. In terms of a fit, of the cut of a jib, Derek McInnes is better equipped than those who have come before him. A year ago, Russell Martin was appointed as head coach and was presented in the Blue Room with no shirt, tie or – most significantly for some supporters – a pair of brown shoes.
Applied geoscience in demand: Securing the talent pipeline
Rapid growth in carbon and hydrogen storage, geothermal and wind energy will intensify the need for specialist geoscientists (© Getty). Applied geoscience is central to the UK’s sustainable future. A robust low‑carbon economy and climate‑resilient infrastructure rely on the specialist expertise of engineering geologists, hydrogeologists, and geoenvironmental and geotechnical engineers working across industry and academia.
Rangers' Russell Martin future stance revealed after Hearts loss
The Rangers Review reports that the support towards Martin - and his position as head coach - has not changed in the aftermath of the result that left Rangers nine points adrift in the top flight standings. Martin came under huge pressure both during and after the Ibrox clash but now looks set to remain in charge for the Premier Sports Cup fixture with Hibernian next weekend.
Udinese face Championship and MLS interest for second Scottish signing
The Serie A giants are on the brink of completing a deal to sign midfielder Lennon Miller in the coming days. The £4.5million fee will be a record sale for Motherwell as Miller gets set to continue his career on the continent. And Herald Sport can reveal that Udinese are also tracking McCrorie this summer as boss Kosta Runjaić looks to add to his defensive options.
How is climate science used to inform national-level adaptation planning in southern Africa?
Countries are increasingly focused on developing national climate change adaptation options and plans to promote a climate-resilient future. Additionally, countries are also developing and submitting documents, such as National Communications (NCs) and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), in alignment with their commitments as Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
What's it like at one of the most famous hotels on St. Andrews' Old Course?
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland – Location, location, location. The Rusacks Hotel benefits from its site, takes inspiration from its position and pays homage to its surroundings. It is quintessentially St. Andrews, one of the most famous locales in all of golf. A plaque on the wall leading out to the Old Course – with the famous links in the foreground and the West Sands stretching as far as the eye can see in the distance – states that the hotel was built in 1887 and reimagined in 2021.
What's it like at one of the most famous hotels on St. Andrews' Old Course? Original
The Rusacks Hotel, built in 1887 and renovated in 2021, embraces its prime location overlooking the iconic Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland. The hotel's design incorporates a palette of green, gold, and brown, reflecting the surrounding landscape, while luxurious amenities and personalized service enhance the guest experience. The Bridge restaurant offers stunning views of the Old Course and the Royal & Ancient Clubhouse, serving a Mediterranean-inspired menu with locally sourced ingredients.
Cyriel Dessers, doubted but also delivers - does goal change transfer state of play?
Dessers continues to split opinions at Ibrox (Image: Craig Foy - SNS Group) Cyriel Dessers can be characterised as both the problem and the solution for Rangers. He has been the hero and the villain, the recipient of boos and cheers. A year into his Ibrox career, Dessers continues to split opinions and narratives.
Connor Goldson's emotional open letter to Rangers fans in full
Connor Goldson has penned an emotional farewell message to Rangers after bringing an end his six-year Ibrox career. The defender has put pen-to-paper on a switch to Aris Limassol. Goldson has signed up until the summer of 2027 and Rangers have received an undisclosed fee for the stopper. Goldson was part of Steven Gerrard's side that lifted a historic 55th league title and also won the Scottish Cup and League Cup during his time in Glasgow. Thank you Glasgow Rangers.
Leveraging data science and machine learning for urban climate adaptation in two major African cities: a HE2AT Center study protocol
Our study relies on integrating socioeconomic, clinical, environmental and geospatial data to understand heat’s impact on health in African cities. We will cross-reference health trial participant geolocations with socioeconomic and environmental data, applying spatial jittering to protect privacy while retaining spatial trends. Additionally, we will incorporate remote sensing and climate data to examine how environmental changes affect health outcomes related to heat exposure.
Philippe Clement on 'big' Rangers summer rebuild, Lundstram talks and 'no' Celtic gap
Clement was speaking ahead of Rangers' meeting with Dundee (Image: SNS) Here's every word the Rangers manager said in his press conference on Rangers vs Celtic and tomorrow's meeting with Dundee.
'I get them, I think they get me' - Butland on playing for Rangers fans
Jack Butland spoke to RangersTV at the club's Player of the Year awards. Here is what he had to say. How do you feel to pick up the awards? I am over the moon. It is always nice to get some recognition. I know I get it but it is your own teammates voting for an award for you and obviously the fans as well so it is something special. It is an honour to play with them, an honour to play in front of them. It is nice to receive these awards.
Clement opens up on Rangers' honest debrief, Ridvan return and Tavernier criticism
Reaction to Dens Park passing pitch inspection Updates on Ridvan, Diomande and Balogun Backing his side to bounce back from Ross County defeat Criticism of captain Tavernier Philippe Clement has spoken to the media ahead of the fixture with Dundee. Here is what he had to say. What is your reaction to the news the game will be played at Dens Park? That the people who have decided that are sure that there will be a game tomorrow. That is a very positive thing. Are there any concerns from you?
Dave King on Clement's impact and future, injury curse, squad investment and Tav
Dave King has spoken exclusively to the Rangers Review (Image: SNS) Dave King has counted them all in and counted them all back out again over the last three decades. The latest man to arrive at Ibrox is the first in that time that he has not had the chance to shake hands with and look into his eyes. Even from afar, King has a sense of who Philippe Clement is as a man and what he is like as a manager.
Dave King on watching the title race from afar, board backing and 'the Rangers way'
Dave King has backed the Ibrox board to lead Rangers forward (Image: SNS) The blue sea of the Western Cape Province is some way from Glasgow. The blue sea of Ibrox still means more than all the rest to Dave King. The former Rangers chairman no longer joins the throng in person as regularly these days, but he is still just as invested in his boyhood club.
Filip Helander exclusive: Old Firm winner, unique injury struggles, Tavernier and 55
Helander left Rangers last summer following a long injury battle (Image: Getty) This time of the season evokes different memories and provokes different emotions for Filip Helander. He is older and wiser and, more importantly, fitter this time around than he has been in the previous two campaigns. When he casts his mind back a further term, he arrives at one of the highlights of his career.
Filip Helander exclusive: Old Firm winner, unique injury struggles, Tavernier and 55
This time of the season evokes different memories and provokes different emotions for Filip Helander. He is older and wiser and, more importantly, fitter this time around than he has been in the previous two campaigns. When he casts his mind back a further term, he arrives at one of the highlights of his career. In March 2021, Helander was crowned as a Premiership champion. The following year, he made what was to prove his final appearance for Rangers.
Clement on Lundstram's contract, set-pieces, Sima's return and Old Firm tickets
Here's everything Clement said ahead of his side's meeting with Hibs. Can we get an update on the players who have had problems? I will say the players who are back in training. So that is Dujon back in training, Kieran Dowell is back in training, Abdallah Sima is back in training and Ross McCausland is back in training. The guys who are out are Ridvan, Ryan Jack, Oscar and Danilo. Is Ridvan a long or short term injury? It is not going to be long, long term. We are going to see next week.
Michael Beale makes Alfredo Morelos call in Rangers 'honeymoon period'
At 26, Morelos still has the football world at his feet. Ultimately, it will come down to his mentality and how much he really wants it. He has made his money and his name at Ibrox but still has the talent and potential to collect medals and plaudits with Rangers or elsewhere. Beale joked that he and Morelos are still in their 'honeymoon period' after rekindling their relationship in recent days.
James Tavernier played through Rangers pain barrier before World Cup
A knee issue caused him discomfort for several weeks but he refused to miss out as Giovanni van Bronckhorst's side competed in the Champions League, Premiership and League Cup. And Tavernier has put the World Cup break to good use after resting and recovering ahead of the return to action under the guidance of new boss Beale. Tavernier said: "You have to play through injuries and knocks here and there.
Michael Beale makes Rangers title admission ahead of Premiership bow
Beale got his reign off and running with a friendly victory over Bayer Leverkusen at the weekend but all focus is now on the title race in the second half of the season. And he is fully aware of the size of challenge that Rangers face as they attempt to catch Ange Postecoglou's side and set up an unlikely fight to the finish this term. "I think they need to start winning football matches, if I'm honest," Beale said when asked if his players believed they could still win the league.
Why Rangers can't afford a repeat of winter blues under Michael Beale
That process ultimately resulted in the sacking of Giovanni van Bronckhorst and Beale's return. His appointment as manager is a fresh start for a team and a squad that must now provide acceptable answers to the ever-growing list of questions - covering every area from their ability to their mentality - that have stockpiled in recent weeks and months.
The Rangers post-break record that Michael Beale must change in Premiership race
SEASON 18/19 The celebrations told their own story at Ibrox as Ryan Jack secured a first Old Firm win since April 2016 and moved Steven Gerrard's side level on points with Celtic at the top of the table. The champions were ahead on goal difference and still had a game in hand. In the end, Brendan Rodgers guided Celtic to an eighth successive title and a winning margin of nine points.
The Alan Soutar story of darts and dogs, the Forces and as a firefighter
The Scot was one of the stories of the World Darts Championship last year as he overcame Diogo Portela, Mensur Suljovic and José de Sousa on his way to the last 16. His run ended in a 4-1 defeat to Callan Rydz, but his name in the game was made. Soutar the man was forged long before that, though. After joining the Cadets aged 13, he was destined for a life of service and 27 countries were ticked off in nine years as a Commando as he wore the green beret with pride.
Rangers board deliver on AGM pledge with Ibrox redevelopment
Herald and Times Sport revealed on Monday evening that Rangers had signed off on a £2million plan to make widespread changes to the fabric of the stadium and transform the way in which disabled supporters cheer on their team. Earlier in the day, the board held their final meeting before the AGM. The blueprint that had been some time in the making was now ready to be shown to supporters and shareholders.
Ross Wilson's Rangers approval rating up for debate after Ibrox AGM
ROSS WILSON was not up for election and his name was not on the ballot paper. It was perhaps just as well for the man who found himself under the spotlight on the stage at the Armadillo. The votes cast and percentages attained are always indicative of the feeling of the Rangers support and when it comes to judging the backing that the few who sit in the Directors Box have from the many that pay their money at Ibrox.
Douglas Park makes contract admission over two key Rangers stars
DOUGLAS PARK insists Rangers will not break their wage structure to keep key players at Ibrox amid serious doubts over the futures of Ryan Kent and Alfredo Morelos. Ross Wilson, the sporting director, again expressed his eagerness to see both star men commit themselves to Rangers when quizzed at the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday. And new boss Michael Beale is also keen to see two of the 55 title winning side follow Connor Goldson's lead and put pen-to-paper on fresh terms at Ibrox.
Rangers board sign off Ibrox redevelopment to boost disabled facilities
Rangers have rubber-stamped a multi-million pound refurbishment of Ibrox that will provide class leading facilities for disabled supporters on a matchday. Disgruntled fans have repeatedly raised the issue of disabled access and seating arrangements in recent seasons and it was one of the key talking points from the Annual General Meeting last year.
Ross Wilson on his Rangers record, Ibrox deals and boss search
The spotlight has shone on different people at different times throughout the campaign and the finger of blame has pointed in many directions as Rangers have lost their way on and off the park. There has been no solitary reason for that state of flux and the anger has been widespread rather than pointed at any single source.
Ross Wilson defends Rangers record and addresses 'nonsense' criticism
Ross Wilson has launched a vociferous defence of his Rangers record and insisted he has delivered on the mandate he was given by the Ibrox board. And the sporting director dismissed criticism of the contract situation that new boss Michael Beale has inherited as 'nonsense' and claimed Rangers are 'comfortable' with their position when it comes to the long-term futures of a handful of influential players.
the effects of extreme heat on health in Africa -- 4 essential reads
Scientists are sounding the alarm about the extreme increases in the Earth’s temperature. A new report by UNICEF warns that 2022 could be the “coldest year of the rest of our lives”. Heatwaves are becoming stronger and lasting longer. These increases are threatening the limits of human survival. The African continent is particularly at risk – it’s heating up more, and faster, than any other region in the world.
THE CONVERSATION: Extreme heat hurts human health. Its effects must be mitigated – urgently
Many of the temperatures presently being recorded in Africa, and those projected in the next decade, are already close to the limits of human survival, or “liveability”. The general limit of heat we should live in is 35°C wet-bulb temperature, which is a measure of both air temperature and humidity. Beyond this, the body struggles to cool itself. In northern Mali, for example, many communities have to make do with a rainy season of just three months, from July to September.
Going for 55: Rangers' Journey Back to the Top of Scottish Football: Jack, Christopher: 9781913538606: Books
In February 2012, Rangers faced an uncertain future and fans feared for their club as a Scottish institution was plunged into crisis. Just months later, Rangers would start out on what those supporters christened 'The Journey' as they attempted to make their way back to the top of the game from the Third Division. The years that followed were amongst the most tumultuous and controversial in the club's illustrious history as financial results became as important and noteworthy as football ones.
Africa: Extreme Heat Hurts Human Health. Its Effects Must Be Mitigated - Urgently
analysis By Abdu Mohiddin, Christopher Jack, Evans Kituyi, Kristie Ebi, Matthew Chersich and Stanley Luchters The African continent is heating up more, and faster, than other regions in the world according to the recently released State of Climate in Africa Report. By 2030, the report says up to 118 million extremely poor people will be subject to the devastating impacts of drought and intense heat.
Extreme heat hurts human health. Its effects must be mitigated -- urgently
The African continent is heating up more, and faster, than other regions in the world according to the recently released State of Climate in Africa Report. By 2030, the report says up to 118 million extremely poor people will be subject to the devastating impacts of drought and intense heat. Many of the temperatures presently being recorded in Africa, and those projected in the next decade, are already close to the limits of human survival, or “liveability”.
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Going for 55
Published 12 July 2021 In February 2012, Rangers faced an uncertain future and fans feared for their club as a Scottish institution was plunged into crisis. Just months later, Rangers would start out on what those supporters christened ‘The Journey’ as they attempted to make their way back to the top of the game from the Third Division.
Aribo wants to become a ‘beast,’ develop a nasty streak | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
As a player and a person, Joe Aribo doesn’t immediately come across as having a nasty streak. He is keen to develop one, though. The midfielder is pleasant to deal with off the park, a calm and perhaps placid figure that has taken the mad world of Scottish football, and the demands of Rangers, in his stride since moving from Charlton in the summer. It is his skill, his quick feet and vision, that attracted boss Steven Gerrard to him.
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