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Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Was a cluster of serial killers in the north-east US partly caused by industrial toxins, a new book asks
Non-fiction A recent rewatch of Se7en, David Lynch's 1995 thriller, was a reminder of a strange time in western culture: when serial killers were all the rage. From the mid-1980s to mid-1990s, these monsters and their 'Grand Guignol' crimes were everywhere. Every second movie had a serial killer villain, as did TV phenomenon Twin Peaks; American Psycho and Hannibal Lecter were literary sensations. Even bands got in the act: Antrim rockers Therapy? with Trigger Inside, off the Troublegum album, U2 with Exit from The Joshua Tree.
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Brian Cox one man show ticket presales and prices: Here's how to get tickets to see the Succession actor talk about his life and career in 'It's All About Me!'
Brian Cox is embarking on a UK tour. | Contributed One of Scotland's most beloved actors will be telling stories from his long and successful career. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... From playing Dr. Hannibal Lecter to winning a Golden Globe for his performance as Logan Roy in Succession, Dundoneon actor Brian Cox has done it all - and is now heading out on the road armed with a killer set of anecdotes. Born in Dundee in 1946, Cox was educated at St Mary's Forebank Primary School and St Michael's Junior Secondary School, but left full time education at the age of 15. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad He worked at Dundee's Repertory Theatre for a couple of years, before training as an actor at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. His acting career started at the Dundee Rep at the age of 14 and was later a founder member of Edinburgh's Royal Lyceum Theatre , performing in its debut show, The Servant O' Twa Maisters, in 1965. He continued to excel in the theatre, with seasons at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre – where he played King Lear to great critical acclaim. Film success followed, notably when he became the first actor to play Hannibal Lecter in Manhunter, and supporting roles in Rob Roy (1995) and Mel Gibson's Oscar-winning Braveheart . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Other major movie roles include The Long Kiss Goodnight, The Boxer, Rushmore, The Bourne Identity, The Ring, Troy, The Bourne Supremacy , Red Eye, Zodiac, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Coriolanus, Churchill and Remember Me. Television roles include Bob Servant, Deadwood and a guest appearance on Frasier that earned him an Emmy nomination – while his role as Hermann Göring in Nuremberg won him the Primetime Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series. Other accolades include two Olivier Awards, a Golden Globe Award, as BAFTA nomination, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, the Empire Icon Award, the BAFTA Scotland Outstanding Achievement Award, and a CBE. In recent years he's become best known for playing sweary patriarch billionaire Logan Roy in four series of Succession. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad And this summer he's appearing at the Edinburgh International Festival in Make it Happen, where he'll be playing the ghost of Scottish economist Adam Smith. He'll then follow this up by touring his first ever one-man show, It's All About Me!, in the autumn and there's good news for Scottish fans - with dates in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Here's everything you need to know to bag a ticket. When is Brian Cox playing Edinburgh and Dundee? Brian Cox will bring his show to Edinburgh's Playhouse on Sunday, June 5, then Dundee's Caird Hall on Wednesday, June 8. What is the show about? Entitled It's All About Me!, 'Brian will take audiences on a journey through his life and incredible career - from the backstreets of Dundee to the glittering lights of Hollywood - a journey that is full of laughter and pathos. Expect candour, searing honesty, and hilarious stories. In act two, Brian will be joined on stage by producer Clive Tulloh, who will put questions from the audience to him.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad When do tickets for Brian Cox go on general sale? Tickets for both the Edinburgh and Dundee shows go on sale here at 10am on Wednesday, June 25. Are there any presales for Brian Cox's Scottish shows? There are no presales for the shows - everybody will have the same chance of getting tickets when they go on general sale. How much are tickets to see Brian Cox? Tickets for his Liverpool show are priced at £53/£47/£42/£37 depending on the seats. Expect Edinburgh and Dundee to be priced similarly. What other dates is Brian Cox playing on his UK tour? Here's the full tour schedule: 1 October: Northampton, Royal & Derngate Theatre 2 October: Bristol Hippodrome 3 October: Ipswich, Regent Theatre 5 October: Edinburgh Playhouse 6 October: Dublin, National Concert Hall 7 October: Belfast, Waterfront Hall 8 October: Dundee, Caird Hall 12 October: Brighton Dome 14 October: Nottingham, Royal Concert Hall 15 October: Oxford, New Theatre 17 October: Plymouth, Pavilions 20 October: Southend, Cliffs Pavilion 22 October: Bournemouth, BIC 24 October: Newcastle, Tyne Theatre 26 October: Liverpool Philharmonic 27 October: Manchester, Bridgewater Hall 28 October: York, Barbican Theatre 4 November: London, Adelphi Theatre What has Brian Cox said about the tour?
Daily Record
12-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Donald Trump fans fear dementia as 'catheter' spotted in his trousers
Rumours began after a user of X pointed out the device, sharing viral images of his leg which caused a stir on Monday night. Questions have been raised regarding the health of the US president after a bulge was noticed in his pants during an appearance in the Rose Garden. The rumours began after one X user said: "Appears Trump is wearing a catheter," as they shared the viral images of Trump's leg that caused a stir on Monday night. Another speculated: "Foley catheter. Urinary incontinence is a symptom of late stage Prefrontal Temporal Dementia." This tweet quickly racked up over 7,000 likes, reports the Mirror. Frontotemporal dementia is characterised by abnormal protein clumps within brain cells, thought to impair their function significantly. This condition can result in alterations to personality, behaviour, and communication abilities, including language and speech. Incontinence in individuals with this type of dementia may be due to a range of symptoms such as disinhibition, compulsive actions, distractibility, and reduced self-awareness. A Foley catheter is used to drain urine from the bladder into an external collection bag. The questions started with a tweet asking, "What's going on here?" accompanied by four zoomed-in photos of Trump from behind, highlighting the mysterious lump, which raked in over 17,000 likes. This comes shortly after another unusual bump was spotted on his leg at a recent UFC event. While some have wondered if the lump could be a brace, the circulating images seem to distinctly suggest the presence of a catheter. Social media is buzzing with conjecture over the state of President Trump's health, with claims circling around potential neurological issues. What are the Trump health fears theories? In one instance, a social media user posited the theory: "It's long been suspected he's had one or more brain events-if that's the case, the brace is likely for drop foot," adding further that "He's clearly wearing a catheter in the photo below, which also tracks, since bladder control often becomes unpredictable after neurological damage. Which would explain the fascination with Hannibal Lecter, the asylum rhetoric, and a slew of other bizarre behavior." During Trump's attendance at the UFC championship fight in New Jersey, some observers speculated whether he might have a catheter fitted. One observer stated emphatically: "Trump is absolutely wearing a Foley catheter. It's a tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine into a bag strapped to the leg. That line down his pants? Not a crease. It's tubing. Every step he takes sounds like the sloshing of a warm Capri Sun," alongside a picture that was shared. Comments continued with others indicating, "Leg braces. And it appeared as though he had a catheter in as well," yet the true nature of what appeared on Trump's leg remained unclear, possibly an unusual fold in his trousers. Meanwhile, individuals derided the speculation with remarks like "Wrinkles in his pants? Drrrr," while another simply disregarded the conversation, saying, "Wrinkles in the suite? Who tf cares?" Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. What is the online speculation about Trump? Despite ongoing speculation about Trump's health, his physician, Captain Sean Barbabella, gave him a clean bill of health following his first annual physical, with no mention of any medical devices such as catheters or leg braces. In April, Trump underwent an exhaustive five-hour physical examination at Walter Reed in Bethesda, Maryland, where he was deemed to be in "excellent cognitive and physical health". The comprehensive check-up included blood work, a cardiac examination, ultrasounds, and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), on which he scored a perfect 30 out of 30, according to Dr. Barbabella. Meanwhile, on Monday, Trump returned to the White House after a weekend retreat at Camp David in Maryland, where he was spotted inspecting a construction project on the White House lawn. Photos of the encounter went viral, with observers noting his unusual stance as he chatted with workers while standing on a wooden board laid across the grass.
Metro
12-05-2025
- Metro
'Fire' breaks out at Keir Starmer's north London home
A fire reportedly broke out this morning at Sir Keir Starmer's £2million home in north London. The fire erupted just after 1.30am. The door to the prime minister's property was damaged. No one was injured. Police have launched an investigation. Got a story? Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ Or you can submit your videos and pictures here. For more stories like this, check our news page. Follow on Twitter and Facebook for the latest news updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here. MORE: Entire London Underground network down after major power outage hits Tube MORE: Four charged after mum killed by falling bricks on her way to son's nursery MORE: Southport killer 'to get same treatment in prison as Hannibal Lecter'
Metro
12-05-2025
- Metro
Southport killer 'to be fed through hatch' like Hannibal after prison attack
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana will reportedly be fed through a hatch and get a five-guard escort following his attack on a prison guard. The 18-year-old, who killed three young girls in July last year, allegedly used a kettle to throw boiling water on a prison officer on Thursday. His freedom within HMP Belmarsh, in South East London, will now be severely restricted in ways that echo the treatment of Hannibal Lecter, according to The Sun. A source told the newspaper: 'They will treat Rudakubana much more severely. It will not be far off Hannibal Lecter because they will take no chances.' Fictional serial killer Lector, who was played by Anthony Hopkins in the 1991 film The Silence of the Lambs, was held in a maximum security jail. The source added: 'Rudakubana will only be able to open the latch on his side once the officers have shut the box and closed it on their side. 'This is a huge deal in UK jails as it is considered it dehumanises inmates. 'He will be let out of his cell only after being searched and escorted by at least five officers, who will be in PPE and could use a dog.' They said the unit would be locked down each time he is moved. In a video posted on X, shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick compared the hot water incident to the recent attack on prison guards by the Manchester Arena terrorist Hashem Abedi. He said: 'We must never put the rights of criminals and terrorists above the safety of prison officers. 'Labour's Justice Secretary needs to get a grip or else I fear it is only a matter of time before a prison officer loses their life.' Abedi threw hot cooking oil on officers and stabbed them with 'home made weapons,' the Prison Officers' Association alleged. It's thought Rudakubana could now be moved to another prison. More Trending Rudakubana will spend a minimum of 52 years in prison for the murder spree at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class. He killed Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, and tried to murder eight other children, the class instructor Leanne Lucas, and businessman John Hayes. On the alleged hot water attack, a Prison Services spokesperson from the Ministry of Justice told the Metro: 'Police are investigating an attack on a prison officer at HMP Belmarsh on Thursday. 'Violence in prison will not be tolerated and we will always push for the strongest possible punishment for attacks on our hardworking staff.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: 'Bare beating' is tormenting commuters on the London tube network MORE: Metro launches London Grassroots Music Tube Map to spotlight city's top venues MORE: Man charged with rapes after girls 'attacked close to a train station'
