Evening Times

Don't Miss; a Theatre of Dreams

For three years, Arches Live has pioneered a cutting-edge series of Scottish premieres and launched a raft of exciting new talent. Drawing on traditions of theatre, performance and dance, Arches Live also provides a crucial platform for dialogue between artists and audiences, and visitors are encouraged to explore the spontaneous and roving art activities that will frame the opening and closing weekends of Arches Live.

Still Waiting for My Mail

I HAVE to agree that Glasgow and surrounding areas must have the worst mail service in the country (Evening Times, August 31). Since May, the mail service in Barrhead has been disgraceful. First off it was delivered to the wrong addresses, and we had to rely on our neighbours to deliver it to us. We complained and things seemed to settle down for a while. Now, since the Glasgow Fair weekend, the service has deteriorated even further.

Ban Is a Trick with Smoke and Mirrors

YOU'VE seen it in the movies: the quiet suburban street, lights in every window, the very picture of tranquillity. Then powerful engines shatter the night, shock troops in long, grey, coats jump off lorries, batter down doors and drag terrified adults into the night.

Anyone for Tennis?; at 50, the Texan Actor has Never Been Better - or More in Demand

There are some actors who don't get older, only better. Dennis Quaid definitely comes into that category. Quaid was initially cast as a generic action hero cum romantic lead but there was more to him than that. Even when he was playing the bland roles he managed to be interesting in films such as The Big Easy and The Right Stuff.

Comeback Kid Stuart Tees Up Bid for Sports Stardom

A GOLFER aims to become a star by filming his bid to resurrect a career as a professional after he was attacked by thugs. Stuart McInnes, 25, had achieved his childhood dream of turning professional but was forced to abandon the game when his eyesight was damaged in a horrific assault by four men wielding bricks.

Curry King Buys (Pounds) 3m Golf School; Satty Singh has Big Plans for Academy

GLASGOW curry king Satty Singh has snapped up a golf complex near the city at a cost of (pounds) 3million. The businessman, who runs Mr Singh's India restaurant near Charing Cross, is an avid golf fan and has landed the Mearns Castle Golf Academy in Newton Mearns.

Gill Shakes Off (Pounds) 20,000 Loss

GLASGOW curry empire Harlequin Leisure has dipped (pounds) 20,000 into the red after investing heavily in its new Curry Karaoke Club. The group, owned by Charan Gill, recorded the loss after showing a profit of (pounds) 399,959 the previous year.

Midge May Be in Decline

Scotland's infamous midge population could be smaller than previously thought. A survey that gauged the number of insects found dead on car number plates pointed to a possible decline in their populations.

City Pupils Off to Nasa School

TWENTY-FIVE aspiring astronauts will fly from Glasgow to the US tomorrow to take part in a special space school. The sixth-year pupils from Scots schools were chosen to go to Nasa's Johnson Space Centre in Houston after completing a programme of distance learning.

Catherine's Debt to Spielberg

Catherine Zeta-Jones has everything an actress could ask for. She has an Oscar, the pick of movie roles, she has her marriage to superstar Michael Douglas, and she has her two children.

Subway Loses Out After Fares Jump; Lowest Passenger Numbers in 3 Years After Price Hike

THE SUBWAY in Glasgow has lost hundreds of thousands of passengers this summer following a fares increase. SPT bosses raised fares from 90p to (pounds) 1 for a single journey and also upped the cost of multi-journey tickets on April 1 this year.

Armani Turn On the Style

By Geraldine Maynes INTERNATIONAL model Krista McBride and film actor Atta Yaqub prove Glasgow is Scotland's city of style as they show off Georgio Armani's 2004 Emporio Collection.

Screen Link Is Boost for Cancer Fight Team

HEALTH Minister Malcolm Chisholm has backed a hi-tech service to help experts deal with the treatment of many cancer sufferers. Using teleconferencing technology, experts can now refer gynaecological cancer patients after a 'virtual' meeting with regional specialists.

Cyber Guide Heather has Key to City; Glasgow's Hi-Tech Kiosks Let You Access the Latest Jobs, Gigs and Evening Times Stories

MEET Heather, Glasgow's latest tour guide, who can help you find everything from a new job to a great night out. Not content with having the best stories in the Evening Times at her fingertips, helpful Heather can also access council services and guide you to the nearest hospital.

Youths Set for Charity Trip of a Lifetime

AN international youth charity is to send 70 young people overseas on a personal development expedition. Raleigh International has launched Motive8, for youngsters aged 17-25, which will see dozens of volunteers from Glasgow taking part in the international expedition to countries such as Ghana, Namibia, Chile, and Costa Rica.

(Pounds) 10m Boost for City As Docs Hold Summit

More than 13,000 medics have begun arriving in Glasgow for the largest medical summit ever to take place in Scotland. The European Respir-atory Society conference at the SECC is expected to pump (pounds) 10million into the area's economy.

Study Your Pet Subject

THE Glasgow Cat and Dog Home is to run a course for youngsters interested in working with animals. Students will meet SSPCA inspectors over seven weeks and get experience of handling pets at the centre in Cardonald.

Brian's More Than Slim Chance of Solo Success

BRIAN McFADDEN looks like the happiest man alive since his switch from boyband member to solo artist. He has ditched his boyband-look following his departure from Westlife in March.

Ugc Cinema in Free Movies Offer to Kids; Popular Parkhead Multiplex to Join City's Successful Card Scheme

MORE Glasgow children are being offered the chance to see the latest movie blockbusters for free as the city's successful Kidz card scheme is widened. From Saturday, and until November 27, the 70,000 holders of Glasgow Kidz and Glasgow Young Scot cards can see the latest cinema releases at the UGC complex at The Forge in Parkhead.

Councillor to Face Trial for Assault

A leading Labour councillor is to stand trial charged with assaulting a nurse while in a hospital ward. Renfrewshire Council's roads convener, Richard Manser, is alleged to have assaulted nurse Paul O'Hare of Paisley's Royal Alexandra Hospital, on May 22.