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Sir Rod Stewart clarifies real reason behind shock split as he admits 'I would've stayed'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Sir Rod Stewart, one of this year's Glastonbury Festival headliners, has put a long-standing rumour to bed about why The Faces split. Established in 1969 in London, the rock band featured members Rod, Ronnie Lane, Ian McLagan, Ronnie Wood, and Kenney Jones. The band was made up of former members of other groups, with Ronnie L, Ian, and Kenney moving on from Small Faces, and Sir Rod and Ronnie disbanding from the Jeff Beck Group around the same time. For many years, 80-year-old Rod has been named as the catalyst for the band's split in 1975, due to his solo career. In a recent interview with Zoe Ball on BBC Radio 2 however, he claimed this wasn't the case after all. Reflecting on his friendship with Ronnie W and Kenney, Rod reminisced: "We don't talk about the old times very much, I mean there's only three of us left, obviously that's without Mac and Ronnie. "But they were wonderful those days. That was a band I would've stayed in for the rest of my life." Debunking myths about his departure, he clarified: "People think I left but I didn't, you know, Ronnie joined the [Rolling] Stones and so the whole thing floundered. "Ronnie Lane had already left because he wasn't happy, so once we lost Ronnie Lane, we lost the soul of the band really." The remaining members of the band are currently working on an album and a documentary together, and there's even talk of a reunion at Glastonbury this weekend. Updating fans on their projects, Rod added: "Yeah we've been filming it [the documentary] for some time, we're trying to finish off an album and it's all down to me again, because I've got to get the lyrics finished. "I've been working so bl***y hard, I've got two albums on the go, two documentaries. "I'm supposed to be doing a book about my modern railway, which I've just dropped because I ain't got the time, but yeah, there is a documentary. "We've got a considerable amount of film and some really old stuff. Apparently Kodak gave all of The Faces cameras way back [then and said] 'Shoot what you want' and Kenney has still got it all. "So, it's going to go way back. I don't know when it's going to be finished, the album is down to me, I need to finish the lyrics off." Rod is scheduled to headline the Glastonbury Legends slot on Sunday, and last month, he confirmed that Ronnie will be joining him on stage. Rumour has it that Kenney will also be on board, though this hasn't been confirmed. Festival organiser Emily Eavis expressed her excitement over Rod performing, stating on Instagram: "Bringing Sir Rod Stewart back for the Sunday afternoon slot on the Pyramid stage is everything we could wish for. What a way to bow out with the final legends slot before we take a fallow year. We cannot wait!".
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Edinburgh man who robbed post office with imitation gun jailed
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp A man who robbed an Edinburgh post office with an imitation gun has been jailed. John Clark, 20, entered the post office in Milton Road West at around 7.15am on September 24, 2023. He pled guilty at the High Court in Glasgow, and was sentenced on June 27. Clark will serve four years in prison for the armed robbery. He made threats to members of staff who were working there, and made off with a sum of money. Detective Constable Chris Stewart said: "This was a terrifying experience for those involved, and Clark will now face the consequences of his actions. "I hope this outcome provides some reassurance to the victims. We remain committed to thoroughly investigating violent crime and ensuring those responsible are held to account." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox
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Young Edinburgh man missing after 'out of character' disappearance at 5am
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Police in Edinburgh are looking for help in tracing a missing man. Andrej Berlansky, 22, last spoke with friends and family at around 5am on Friday, June 27. He has not been in contact with anyone since, which was described as 'out of character'. Andrej was last seen in Mayfield at around 7.25pm on Thursday. He was described as white, around six foot tall, of a muscular build with short dark hair. Inspector Jonathan Wilson said: "There has been no further contact with Andrej since 5am on June 27, and concerns are growing for his welfare. (Image: Police Scotland) "We are asking anyone who has seen Andrej or knows where he might be to get in touch with us immediately." Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 4470 of 27 June, 2025. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox
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Geri Halliwell says 'never again' after tense grilling on BBC Breakfast
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Geri Halliwell has said 'never again' after she found herself in an uncomfortable situation on BBC Breakfast. Following the particularly awkward 2023 interview with hosts Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt, the BBC apologised to the Spice Girl. After the segment, Geri expressed that she would never want to appear on the show again., reports The Express. This has come to light amid allegations of bullying surrounding BBC Breakfast. This includes complaints against host Naga Munchetty, who according to MailOnline was reprimanded by executives. In a piece by showbiz editor Katie Hind, it was suggested that Naga, who is 50, is being unfairly made a "scapegoat" by Richard Frediani, the editor of Breakfast since 2019. Frediani is currently the subject of an internal investigation, which has prompted several staff members, including show host Charlie, to share their experiences. However, it would be interesting to know Geri's thoughts after she appeared on the programme to promote her latest novel. Naga probed Geri on whether she had "researched" her interviewers before agreeing to chat. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox During the awkward discussion, Naga said: "You've come in, making sure you've done your research on us as well, haven't you?" Charlie then jumped in and said: "Also, you point your finger quite a lot, to be honest." Shocked, she replied: "Is that rude?! I'm so sorry, Charlie." Naga then bluntly said: 'Do you not like being interviewed?' Breakfast insiders reportedly shared that Naga got the heat for that interaction, even though Charlie was just as involved in the interview. Frediani is now on extended leave after years of complaints against him, at least one of which was upheld, although many have been dismissed. Those who know him say that he's "desperate to return to his job" and will be hoping his colleagues back him under questioning. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Frediani's behaviour has long attracted negative attention, with complaints about his managerial style dating back to April 2020, just months after he started working at the Corporation. In that short period since his arrival, a series of complaints had already been made about an 'intimidating and bullying' culture on Breakfast, which led to long-term members of staff leaving their jobs. One employee, who wished to remain anonymous, told me shared that the "whole atmosphere had become poisonous" and like a "boys club". When reached out to BBC for comment, they responded: 'While we do not comment on individual cases, we take all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously and will not tolerate behaviour that is not in line with our values. "We have robust processes in place and would encourage any staff with concerns to raise them directly with us so they can be addressed.'
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Liam Gallagher issues 'stern warning' as start time revealed ahead of Edinburgh Oasis gigs
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Oasis star Liam Gallagher has revealed details for the first show of the reunion tour, alongside a stern warning. In a post on X< Liam told fans in Cardiff when the highly-anticipated first show would kick off - and urged them to be on time. The Oasis frontman said: "OASIS on stage 8.15pm Cardiff don't be late or we'll start without you and you don't want that now do ya see ya there LG x." The Mirror revealed support acts Cast will perform at 7pm, with Ashcroft taking to the stage at 7pm. Some fans moaned that was a bit early for the Stand By Me rockers with one writing: "That's a bit early Liam." Another said: "8:15 is early but I'm NOT complaining." Liam cheekily hit back: "I think it's late if it was up to me we'd be having it at 5am. Don't blame me I do the singing and scowling." Fishing for more details of the band's set list for the tour, a third fan asked: "What ya walking out too ? Will you say the first word or will Noel?" "Bad boys wham," Liam joked. When one fan innocently asked: "Is it the same for Murrayfield LG? Happy Saturday," Liam got a bit of backlash from fans when he posted: "I've been asked to share this information with you all I'm not doing this every f***ing gig I'm not the TM." One fan said: "Oh don't be aggressive it was a little question." Another wrote: "OKAY DON'T GET MAD AT US NOW URE THE ONE WHO TOLD US WE DIDN'T EVEN ASK." A third pointed out: "YOU'RE THE ONE THAT RANDOMLY SAID THIS DON'T BLAME US." When a fourth fan joked: "You're the band scheduler now?" Liam replied: "Looks like it." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox The legendary Manchester band will take to the stage together for the first time in 16 years next month for their mammoth Oasis Live '25 tour. It comes as previously warring brothers Liam and Noel patched up their differences to get the band back together last year. After almost two decades of arguing, the brothers left fans in a state of disbelief when they announced their sensational return – almost 15 years to the day of their split in August 2009. Their first comeback gig will be at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on July 4. This will be followed by a string of homecoming gigs in their native Manchester at Heaton Park and London's Wembley Stadium. They then play Edinburgh and Dublin before turning it into a world tour with dates in Chicago, Mexico, Tokyo, Melbourne, Sydney and Sao Paulo. But if you missed out on getting Oasis tickets the first time round, there will be another chance to nab one - as the band confirmed this week that more tickets will be released very soon - just ahead of the Gallagher brothers hitting the road. Speaking out in a statement on their social media accounts, Oasis wrote: "As the shows are getting closer, Oasis promoters may be able to release a very limited number of additional tickets for sale once final sight lines are checked and the production is fine tuned." It added: "These final production releases will happen over the coming days." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Ahead of the Cardiff show, Noel shared: "We finished rehearsing last Tuesday. We've got a few days off now and it's sounding huge, so we're all, well this is it, there's no going back now. It's good." Speaking to Talksport he was asked if he would be at Glastonbury this week. Noel joked: "I might have a look at it on the iPlayer, yeah, but everyone was saying 'are you coming?' I was like, 'I think it's probably best if I sit it out this year as I've got something going on next weekend.'" Though things appear to be fine between the brothers now, Liam recently opened up to reveal what his one major regret about the band was. A fan asked him on social media: "How does it feel singing songs with ur brother again? Like old times?" Liam responded: "You know what it's spiritual, but I can't help think about all those wasted years, what a waste of PRECIOUS time." But could fans see the once-warring brothers again after their upcoming tour? Replying to a fan, Liam teased: "Let's see how this tour goes and if we still love each other after it."
