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The Herald Scotland
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Herald Scotland
What happened on President Trump's previous Scotland visits?
Trump's main purpose was to ribbon-cut a £200 million renovation of Trump Turnberry, his luxury golf course in South Ayrshire. He also visited Trump International in Aberdeenshire, a project long criticised for damaging sand dunes that lost protected status in 2020 due to construction and use from the course, and for the relentless [[pub]]licised campaign to remove residents from their homes. Read more: Why is Donald Trump visiting Scotland – and where is he going? Though framed as a business trip, the visit turned political as Trump waded into the Brexit debate fresh from Leave winning the EU referendum. The presidential hopeful said it was a "great thing" that the people of the UK have "taken back their country". The trip drew backlash with protesters gathered outside his properties (a common theme when the President visits Scotland), including comedian Janey Godley, who notably stood on his Turnberry course with a 'Trump is a c***' sign, a stunt she would repeat when the now-President would return in 2018. Donald Trump had often come to Scotland for business and pleasure, but the nature of his trips changed once the tycoon turned politician (Image: Getty) In July 2018, President Trump returned to Scotland, this time at 'Trump Turnberry for two days of meetings, calls and hopefully, some golf – my primary form of exercise!' he wrote on Twitter. The visit prompted large protests in Glasgow, Edinburgh, and [[Aberdeen]]. Close to 10,000 people marched through [[Edinburgh]] in solidarity against the President. A paraglider paid by Greenpeace broke through a no-fly zone surrounding Turnberry to fly past the President, with a trailing banner that read 'Trump: well below par #resist'. Police said the paraglider put themselves in 'grave danger' though no charges would be brought forth (Image: Greenpeace) Police Scotland spent more than £3m covering the costs of this visit, with more than 5500 officers deployed around the country. It was forecast that several million more would be spent on cancelling leave and rest days for many officers. UK-wide, the costs ballooned to £18m. After losing the presidency to Joe Biden in 2020, Trump would return to his Scottish golf courses in 2023 as a private individual. He arrived to cut the ribbon at the beginning of a second course at his Aberdeen resort. After leaving his private plane, he said to reporters: "It's great to be home, this was the home of my mother", referencing his mother Mary Anne MacLeod, who was born on the Isle of Lewis before emigrating to the US. It was understood that neither the Scottish nor UK governments would have to pay for the former president's security. Regardless, £60,000 was spent on police overtime to stand guard as Trump played golf. Read more: Cost of Trump visit won't be 'detrimental' to Police Scotland, says FM Being re-elected as US President last year, Trump arrives in Scotland for the weekend to yet again make visits to his golf courses, but to also meet Prime Minister Keir Starmer and likely meet First Minister John Swinney. Protests similar to previous visits are expected, and the debate around the cost to police and taxpayers remains a contentious issue.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Simpson's New Song ‘Fade' Sparks Speculation About Relationship Drama
Jessica Simpson's New Song 'Fade' Sparks Speculation About Relationship Drama originally appeared on Parade. By all appearances, Jessica Simpson is done holding back. The 45-year-old singer released her new single 'Fade' on Tuesday, and within hours, speculation exploded online. "Ok, Jessica Simpson. I see you," one fan wrote. "Thank you for sharing such a powerful message," another noted of the song. "It's incredibly inspiring to hear how you chose strength and healing in the face of a tough moment." With lyrics referencing 'empty promises,' a love gone cold, and a bed her ex is now sleeping in alone, listeners believe Simpson is putting her pain — and possibly her estranged husband Eric Johnson — directly into the spotlight. 'You can always say you love me / That doesn't mean that I feel loved,' she sings in the opening verse. 'There's a green light in the distance / And all your words become too much.' The chorus doesn't let up either: 'You can just wait on me / I won't be around / Watching you fade on me / Your words mean nothing now.' The song, co-written with Trent Dabbs and Teresa LaBarbera, comes just months after Simpson confirmed her separation from Johnson, her husband of 10 years and the father of her three children. The couple announced in January that they had been 'living separately navigating a painful situation' and were prioritizing their children. While Simpson has never publicly detailed the reasons behind the split, she has hinted at betrayal in her music — most notably with the fiery track 'Leave,' where she sang, 'Unholy matrimony / Did you do to her what you did to me?' Now with 'Fade,' fans are picking up where 'Leave' left off. As Cosmopolitan points out, many fans are '10/10 convinced it's about Eric Johnson,' pointing specifically to the line: 'Go sleep alone in the bed you made.' Another lyric — 'I have way too good a memory / I have no more heart to break' — is seen as a response to years of unspoken pain behind the couple's public image. In a press release accompanying the song, Simpson confirmed the track's emotional origin. 'This song came straight from my heart,' she said. 'I had just lived through this heavy, emotional moment, but there was no way I was gonna cancel my songwriting session. I walked into the studio with tears still on my cheeks, and what came out was a prayer.' She described 'Fade' as a song about 'watching someone you love slip away in real time, while trying to hold on to something that's already gone.' 'Fade' is the lead single from Simpson's upcoming EP Nashville Canyon, Pt. 2, which will drop on September 4. It follows Pt. 1, released in March, not long after the couple's separation became official. When asked in a video obtained by Daily Mail whether she's back in the dating world, Simpson replied simply, 'It's a rough road in the dating world,' adding, 'I'm not getting on the apps yet,' but said she'd 'love for a friend to set [her] up.' It's clear that with 'Fade,' Simpson is writing her next chapter on her own terms. Jessica Simpson's New Song 'Fade' Sparks Speculation About Relationship Drama first appeared on Parade on Jul 23, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 23, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jessica Simpson's new song Fade sparks speculation about Eric Johnson split: 'Watching someone slip away in real time'
The emotionally charged single 'Fade,' which was released on July 22, 2025, marks the singer and entrepreneur Jessica Simpson's triumphant musical comeback. The song, which she co-wrote with Trent Dabbs and Teresa LaBarbera, is generally interpreted as a critique of her recent divorce from husband Eric Johnson, with whom she has three children. Lyrics that hint at heartbreak and emotional detachment The song opens with lines that many fans interpret as a direct reference to Simpson's marital breakdown: 'You can always say you love me, That doesn't mean that I feel loved, There's a green light in the distance, And all your words become too much.' In the chorus, Simpson asserts her independence and emotional closure: 'You can just wait on me, I won't be around, Watching you fade on me, Your words mean nothing now.' Later verses intensify the emotional tone, with lyrics like: 'I have way too good a memory, I have no more heart to break, You're as empty as your promise, Go sleep alone in the bed you made.' Fans have taken to social media to praise the track's vulnerability, with many calling it a 'healing anthem' and a 'bold emotional release.' Simpson says the song came from a 'heavy, emotional moment' Simpson disclosed in a press release that 'Fade' was written during a very painful and intimate period of his life. She said she arrived at the studio with tears still on her cheeks and described the song as a 'prayer' born from heartbreak. A breakup months in the making Simpson and Johnson, a former NFL player, began dating in 2010 and married in 2014. They share three children: Maxwell, Ace, and Birdie. In January 2025, Simpson clarified their separation and stated, We have been living apart and navigating a painful situation. High on the list was keeping their children first, and she asked that privacy be granted to the family as transition into this change began. Sources close to the couple had hinted News 18 that there was already trouble as far back as the latter part of 2024 with one insider saying Simpson was 'heartbroken' and 'emotionally exhausted'. While neither has filed for divorce yet, reports suggest they are co-parenting amicably and remain in regular contact for the sake of their children. A musical comeback with personal stakes Fade is the lead single from Simpson's upcoming EP 'Nashville Canyon,' 'Pt. 2,' set to release on September 4, 2025. The first volume dropped in March, shortly after the separation announcement. Simpson has described her new music as 'personal,' and fans are anticipating more tracks that reflect her emotional journey. She previously hinted at betrayal in her fiery track Leave, released in April, which included lyrics like: 'Unholy matrimony, Did you do to her what you did to me?' Life after Eric: dating, healing, and moving forward Simpson has described herself as a 'very single lady' and admitted that dating again has been difficult. She said she's not ready for apps and would prefer to be set up by a friend. She told Daily Mail, adding that she's focused on healing and rediscovering herself. Despite the emotional upheaval, Simpson has been praised for her vulnerability and strength, with 'Fade' marking a new chapter in both her personal and artistic life.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
SC grants interim protection from arrest to social media influencer in Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha Speech Case
The Supreme Court granted interim protection from arrest to social media influencer and political commentator Raushan Sinha in connection with a case related to a post referencing an alleged controversial speech by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi . The relief was extended by a division bench of Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Augustine George Masih during the hearing held on July 17, 2025. The Special Leave Petition (SLP) in the case was filed under Article 136 of the Constitution, challenging the judgment of the Telangana High Court dated April 3, 2025. Earlier, the Telangana High Court had refused to grant anticipatory bail to the petitioner. While directing him to appear before the Investigating Officer, the court did not offer any protection from arrest. Apprehensive of being arrested, Sinha did not comply with that order. The case originated from a statement allegedly made by Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha on July 1, 2024, where he was heard saying, "Those who call themselves Hindus are 24 hours engaged in violence, hatred, and lies." The comment triggered sharp criticism and widespread media coverage. Subsequently, Raushan Sinha posted an image of Rahul Gandhi on his "X" (formerly Twitter) account with the caption: "Those who are Hindus are violent - Rahul Gandhi." This post led to FIR being registered on July 2, 2024, at Cyber Crimes Police Station, Hyderabad, under Sections 352, 353(2), 353(1)(c), and 336(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. Live Events The complaint was lodged by Venkat Naik, a supporter of the Congress Party, who accused Sinha of spreading communal hatred for political motives and falsely attributing statements to the Congress leader. The petitioner, Sinha, through Advocate Ashish Dixit, argued that the FIR was a result of a political vendetta orchestrated by the ruling party in Telangana. He contended that his post merely echoed what was perceived by the general public and media from the parliamentary speech and did not amount to any criminal offence. Sinha further submitted that he had received numerous threats on social media following his post and that the Telangana Police, in coordination with local police, had visited his residence to allegedly harass and intimidate him. In support of his claims, he pointed to a public post made by Sama Ram Mohan Reddy, State Congress social media in-charge, where the petitioner was openly accused of spreading "fake news" and threatened with imminent police action. The petitioner's legal team argued that the case did not meet the legal ingredients of the alleged offences under BNS. They emphasized that the Telangana High Court had failed to consider the clear political overtones of the case and had ignored the petitioner's legitimate apprehension of arrest and harassment. They also highlighted that Sinha had no prior criminal record, posed no flight risk, and that custodial interrogation was unwarranted in this case. After hearing the submissions, the Supreme Court directed that the petitioner shall appear before the Investigating Officer on July 25, 2025, at 12:00 noon. More significantly, the Court ruled that Raushan Sinha shall not be arrested in connection with the FIR without obtaining prior leave of the Court, thereby granting interim protection from arrest. The matter has been posted for further hearing after two weeks.
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Business Standard
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Authorities can decide parole, furlough when appeal pending in SC: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday ruled prison authorities can decide a plea of parole and furlough even when the matter was pending in the Supreme Court. A bench of Justices Pratibha M Singh and Amit Sharma observed the Delhi Prison Rules did not bar consideration of parole and furlough if a convict's appeal against the conviction was pending in the Supreme Court. The bench, however, noted whether the relief could be granted or not was a different issue altogether and depended on the facts of each case. Furlough and parole envisage a short-term temporary release of convict from jail. "It is an altogether different question as to whether in the facts of a specific case, the prison authorities ought to grant parole or furlough, if the Supreme Court is seized of the matter either in a Special Leave Petition or in an Appeal. The grant or non grant of the parole and furlough on merit would depend on the facts of each case," the bench said. While parole is granted to the prisoner to meet a specific exigency, furlough may be granted after a stipulated number of years have been served without any reason. There could be a situation in which the Supreme Court might have specifically refused to grant suspension of sentence or refused bail to a particular convict, the bench said. "In such cases," the high court said, "a deeper scrutiny would be required by the prison authorities as to whether parole or furlough could be granted to the convict." The bench clarified that the mere fact that the authorities could exercise power did not mean parole or furlough ought to be granted as a matter of right. "The authorities would have to bear in mind the non-grant of suspension or bail by the Supreme Court or other relevant circumstances and the same may have an impact on the consideration of parole/furlough." According to the bench, the Delhi Prison Rules couldn't be interpreted to hold that the right of prisoners to apply for parole or furlough was barred when their criminal appeal or special leave petition were pending before the Supreme Court. "Mere pendency of criminal appeal/Special Leave Petition before the Supreme Court cannot be taken as a bar for release on furlough, each case would be determined on its own eligibility criteria as per rules by the competent authority and the same would be subject to judicial review under Article 226 of the Constitution of India by the High Court," it said. The power to suspend sentence and grant bail was observed to be distinct from the power to grant parole or furlough. "Thus, while appeals are pending before a higher forum, grant of parole and furlough can be considered as per the applicable prison rules by the jail authorities," it added. The court was hearing a batch of petitoins on the legal issue.
