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There’s a place on Renfield Street called China Blue that’s also tucked away up stairs. I haven’t been in a little while but it’s pretty good. Feels a bit sketchy (decor wise), but always full of Chinese people eating in there so that’s always a good sign. I recommend giving it a shot. Btw, does anyone remember the name of the Chinese place that used to be next door to Nanakusa on Sauchiehall Street? It was more of a cafe, but the guy who ran is was lovely and they had a pinball machine as a bonus. That place was amazing. by shortymcsteve (Sat 5th Jan 2019 7:56pm)

Yep, that's it! I always wondered why they closed. by shortymcsteve (Sun 6th Jan 2019 7:11am)

I've never heard of this show before, but I gave the first episode a watch and instantly knew where their shop was located. Didn't expect to see Alness St in Hamilton of all places 😂 This is classic 90's Channel 4 at its finest. by shortymcsteve (Wed 23rd Jan 2019 7:53am)

My papa says “Jack-an-orry” in those types of situations (not sure how to spell it exactly). There’s also the phrase “Och aye, John Mckay” that gets used randomly. by shortymcsteve (Thu 24th Jan 2019 7:09am)

Interesting! Thanks. I always wondered where that came from. by shortymcsteve (Thu 24th Jan 2019 10:57am)

Chippy Doon The Lane is my favorite. It's a sit down place though, but they serve up proper fish and chips for a decent price. Probably one of my favourite places to eat in the city centre. by shortymcsteve (Tue 29th Jan 2019 12:49pm)

Why Gilmour Street? Seems like it would be a nightmare to figure that one out. St.James is a lot closer to the airport. They could build a light rail from there and run it along side the motorway. by shortymcsteve (Wed 30th Jan 2019 9:48pm)

Yeah but trains could be added specifically for the airport. Theres quiet as few patches of empty land further down the line they could use to turn the train around. To save even more money they could also just add an official bus service from that station to the terminal. It's just over 1 mile away by road. Would probably get used a lot if the station was renamed. by shortymcsteve (Thu 31st Jan 2019 5:38am)

That makes sense. I didn't think about people coming the other way. by shortymcsteve (Thu 31st Jan 2019 10:30am)

What do you mean by "going off for months"? Most people only ever hear them on the 5th Nov and NYE, unless I'm misunderstanding. I'm actually quite surprised by the strong objection people have towards them. by shortymcsteve (Sun 3rd Feb 2019 6:37pm)

Yeah, fair enough. I just checked the dates they are for sale and it matches what you’re saying. I don’t know why they sell them starting 15th Oct, seems pretty early and open to causing an annoyance like you’re talking about. 1st - 10th Nov would be fine (6th - 10th allowing shops to get rid of excess stock to people buying them cheap for NYE). Currently they are on sale between 15th Oct - 10th Nov, 26th Dec - 31st Dec, and 3 days before Diwali and Chinese New Year. by shortymcsteve (Sun 3rd Feb 2019 8:54pm)

What one? On Hope street? by shortymcsteve (Fri 22nd Mar 2019 11:21pm)

Aye? And do you think an Apple is actually a Peach? You're a Millennial, just accept it. It's an age group, not a mindset. by shortymcsteve (Wed 5th Jun 2019 12:14pm)

Anyone born between 1981 and 1996 is a Millennial. I agree about generational experiences, but the group you're thinking of are called Generation Z, not Millennials. by shortymcsteve (Wed 5th Jun 2019 1:38pm)

"Part of the campus was being transformed into more than 400 flats at a cost of £100m." Of course by shortymcsteve (Sat 8th Jun 2019 8:08pm)

Still pretty sad about that shop closing. by shortymcsteve (Tue 11th Jun 2019 7:16am)

Do they have a completion date for that project? by shortymcsteve (Thu 19th Sep 2019 10:18am)

Here’s a [map](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/Glasgow%20v5.pdf) of the train lines to better understand how connected areas outside the city centre are. Some of these lines have a train coming every 15minutes. Busses are less reliable, so I wouldn’t pick my location based on them. But Night Bus services do exist if you’re in the city after midnight. They usually begin around 3am-ish. by shortymcsteve (Sat 21st Sep 2019 4:35am)

We still don’t have a train that goes to the airport. There’s no way they can figure out a subway extension if they can’t sort out an essential rail link. by shortymcsteve (Thu 10th Oct 2019 8:52pm)

To be fair to the guy, this has previously happened on reddit. But it's not governments doing this, it's 'Big Data' type companies. Like Cambridge Analytica for example. They have admitted to using reddit to influence voters. by shortymcsteve (Tue 15th Oct 2019 2:54pm)

Wow didn't even know about this place and it's super close to me. Their website says they are currently closed though? I went down the rabbit hole of google maps suggested places and there's also a place super close to me called 'Greenhall Country Cafe and farm shop' that sells Wagyu Beef of all things. by shortymcsteve (Sun 27th Oct 2019 2:45pm)

How long ago did they close the shop? Mick is a legend. MBC was one of the first skate shops I ever visited. It's quite sad the likes of MBC and Boardwise don't exist anymore. I remember some other wee skate shop that was somewhere about the west end about 15 years ago but I can't even remember what it was called or where it was. Dont think it lasted long. I just remembered it was painted all white and at the end of a street somewhere. by shortymcsteve (Tue 5th Nov 2019 6:23am)

Where in EK? I can barely remember it. I recall buying my first ps1 memory card from Electronic Boutique though in princess mall. by shortymcsteve (Tue 5th Nov 2019 6:27am)

Hellfire. Ah yeah. Every bit of clothing in that shop was black. I bought a bunch of band merch there. They didn't seem to last long after moving to Queen street. by shortymcsteve (Tue 5th Nov 2019 7:08am)

Wow I just looked this place up. How do you find what you’re looking for in that shop? Looks like you would have to get lucky by (literally) stumbling across a random find. Nice suggestion though, always nice to find cool independent shops I don’t know existed. by shortymcsteve (Mon 18th Nov 2019 5:07pm)

I actually wonder how many other people have the same thoughts. If it's a decent enough number, can you imagine if all the people like yourself wore masks without caring? Then the people without them would be the ones feeling awkward and pressured and it would change social norms. I know this is a totally different subject, but it reminds me of [this](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA8z7f7a2Pk) video. The first few guys look like a bunch of weirdos until everyone starts joining in. It's the same human mentality really. The change starts with you. by shortymcsteve (Wed 1st Jul 2020 7:56am)

Wow, that's crazy. I want to know how a 129 year-old piece of paper ended up in the middle of the main street. by shortymcsteve (Fri 3rd Jul 2020 1:48pm)

Since people are saying it should be avoided, is there anywhere else that's similar in style and size? I really like how big those flats are, and in the short time I spent there they seemed to be super quiet. Most of the other modern places I've looked at are tiny in comparison. by shortymcsteve (Sat 11th Jul 2020 9:32pm)

*"You can only leave your accommodation in limited circumstances. These include where: You need access to basic necessities like food and medicines (including for any pets or animals in the household), but please try to first arrange for these to be delivered to you instead to reduce the number of times you need to leave your accommodation"* You're not wrong, but only if you can't get basic necessities delivered. [Source](https://www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-public-health-checks-at-borders/pages/self-isolation/) by shortymcsteve (Mon 20th Jul 2020 5:57pm)

Why are they getting rid of the car park? It's always busy and seems like a needed use of the space. A nicer spot for a park would be the open area on Wilson street. I think it would be a more enjoyable space due to less traffic, and also help the street look a lot better. by shortymcsteve (Tue 21st Jul 2020 3:20pm)

Yep, that's the one. People have been hosting different events on that corner of the land for a wee while now, so I figured it would make sense to solidify it as a park or some kind of events space. I'm glad to see there's a plan in place for that whole block, because it really needs it. The Trongate side is especially grim. by shortymcsteve (Tue 21st Jul 2020 4:55pm)

There was a band literally called [Glasgow.](http://www.glasband80.co.uk/new_site/Glasgow.html) by shortymcsteve (Wed 29th Jul 2020 5:07pm)

That guy was one of my lecturers at college. He ended up doing [some time.](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-22703443) I was kind of gutted when I read the news, because he was actually a really nice guy. No excuses though. by shortymcsteve (Wed 29th Jul 2020 6:39pm)

Do you mean a rehearsal room? Almost any recording studio will let you rent the space without an engineer, but I get the impression you are talking long term? by shortymcsteve (Thu 30th Jul 2020 8:32pm)

I'll PM you. by shortymcsteve (Thu 30th Jul 2020 9:56pm)

East Kilbride is always pretty dead and it's really close to the train and bus station. Not the best park though, but depends what you're looking for. There's also an indoor park in the town. by shortymcsteve (Fri 31st Jul 2020 11:39pm)

Its all here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSNzKyRM8LLazmQ04o97sF3kGsZrrjMck5noJERAYCx6iaaWj4M_rNPDXjxGy-aa2ALzdobzlYrzJsr/pub by shortymcsteve (Tue 4th Aug 2020 12:49am)

Do they have a location you can visit, or are they just a food truck? I'm very confused by their website. by shortymcsteve (Thu 13th Aug 2020 8:50pm)

Fuck man, I was trying to figure out exactly where that was recently and what It was called. For some reason I remember it having a truck sticking out the front exactly like The Garage. I went there for my 10th Birthday with some of my friends. The first game we fought a group of kids younger than us. We were playing on easy mode thinking we were amazing. Second game was different, the big guys arrived and we were now shitting our pants. Before the game even started I broke rule number 1 - No Running. Big mistake. While trying to run away from the older guys, my face firmly collided with my friends 6" thick, heavy as fuck, body pack at full speed. It made easy work of my 10 year-old nose. The birthday boy was now the first and only blood covered casualty of the game. I managed to find assistace from an employee up a ladder changing a light bulb in the arena. I'm sure health and safety would've been all over that, but the sketchy employee saved me from bleeding all over the battlefield. And that was it, the end of my laser quest career. I was shamefully returned to my mum and dad after robbing myself of my birthday experience, and silently judged that I just wasted them 5 quid. At least I still got to go to the experience that is the Argyle Street McDonald's afterwards. by shortymcsteve (Thu 13th Aug 2020 9:29pm)

Are you sure that's not the smell of the sewage? It still smells bad when crossing the Kelvin. I remember that awful smell when arriving in the North of the city centre from the motor way. My dad always told me it was from the brewery. I'm quite sure it still existed until about 10 years ago? by shortymcsteve (Thu 13th Aug 2020 10:06pm)

Livi is falling apart. There's chunks of concrete missing in the bowl. by shortymcsteve (Sat 15th Aug 2020 4:00am)

According to the sidebar: > Radio Clyde phone-in rules apply. The sub covers anything that's relevant to Glasgow and the West of Scotland - so if it's a G, PA, ML, KA or FK postcode area it's in. by shortymcsteve (Mon 31st Aug 2020 6:50am)

You are thinking about [this.](http://www.ukemergencyaviation.co.uk/G-SPOL.htm) They haven't been like that since the 90's I think. You can use [this](https://globe.adsbexchange.com) website to check what's flying overhead - it doesn't block the police unlike other websites/apps. Although I noticed it doesn't always pick up low flying helicopters and there's a few dead spots, but if you see It you can google the reg to find out what it is. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Sep 2020 9:47am)

They have a campus in NY? Wow. I was baffled when I walked past UWS London, but GCU in NY is something else. I would genuinely like to know why that is necessary and what it provides. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Sep 2020 10:34pm)

https://www.hampdencars.co.uk/hampden-cars-airport-transfers https://www.citycarsprivatehire.com/get-a-quote/#transfers I don't think any private hire company would be more than £20 by shortymcsteve (Wed 9th Sep 2020 10:21am)

[Oban](https://twitter.com/RuthSuter_), apparently. by shortymcsteve (Sun 13th Sep 2020 10:43pm)

Has anyone lived in or around the square before? I've always been curious if it's a decent place to stay. by shortymcsteve (Mon 14th Sep 2020 9:59pm)

Haven't tried this place yet, but: https://www.gulabi.co.uk by shortymcsteve (Wed 16th Sep 2020 3:41pm)

If you panic again go to any Gregs before 11am. I can't remember if Wilson Street Pantry do square sausage (they 100% do links), but it's one of the best places for brunch. by shortymcsteve (Fri 18th Sep 2020 4:40pm)

Not that I was aware of, but I haven't had one since March. by shortymcsteve (Fri 18th Sep 2020 5:25pm)

What kind of MacBook? My 2019 air had done something similar a few times (only lasts a few seconds) and idk what to think about it. by shortymcsteve (Thu 8th Oct 2020 5:27am)

This is happening in a pharmacy? Wow. I would absolutely complain. by shortymcsteve (Thu 8th Oct 2020 5:30am)

Where exactly is Mono? Is it downstairs from the Cafe? I walked in one time hoping to check it out and was really confused. Had no idea where to go. by shortymcsteve (Fri 16th Oct 2020 10:16am)

Don't worry, it's just a Red Rocket. by shortymcsteve (Sun 25th Oct 2020 7:58pm)

Best place to ask is /r/Polaroid by shortymcsteve (Wed 28th Oct 2020 6:53am)

Has anyone reported this to the police yet? If not, I'll happily do it. by shortymcsteve (Fri 30th Oct 2020 9:48pm)

I'm starting to wonder if she is doing this on purpose for the attention. by shortymcsteve (Fri 30th Oct 2020 11:31pm)

I was going to recommend this too, but there's also Chatelherault station. I guess OP could walk from one station to the other via the trails. Same with Hamilton Central too. There's a a few possible routes to take. by shortymcsteve (Sun 1st Nov 2020 5:40am)

My Nana would do boiled potatoes and a jar of beetroot would always be on the table. I always wondered how common beetroot was in other peoples houses. by shortymcsteve (Tue 17th Nov 2020 11:48am)

You should post some pics on r/fender or one of many message boards. There's a popular telecaster one called tdpri.com Emailing Fender and asking isn't the worst idea either, sometimes they can be quite helpful with this kind of thing. by shortymcsteve (Tue 17th Nov 2020 11:56am)

I think schools are half the problem. My dad works in one and it makes me so angry hearing about how they are dealing with covid cases. I tried to complain to the government because I thought they were breaking the law and got no where. If I was him I would completely refuse to work under such unsafe conditions. There's whole classrooms that have been sent home except for the teachers, because the schools are scared of finding replacements. by shortymcsteve (Tue 17th Nov 2020 3:18pm)

It's true, the parents made a big deal about it the first time around. People only found out because some parents spread the news as the school wasn't willing to. by shortymcsteve (Tue 17th Nov 2020 5:03pm)

That's probably because wearing masks is already normal in Japan. by shortymcsteve (Tue 17th Nov 2020 7:46pm)

What, do you have stats on this? Because that pupil is one of two people I personally know about. The other is a friends mum who's a doctor. by shortymcsteve (Tue 17th Nov 2020 7:57pm)

You can see everything that's removed and deleted here: https://projects.glasgow.social/rglasgow/ by shortymcsteve (Thu 3rd Dec 2020 1:00am)

I found [this pdf](https://www.gcph.co.uk/assets/0000/2751/Glasgow_City_–_small_area_spines.pdf) when looking at Kingston on wikipedia. It claims there are 56 neighbourhoods in Glasgow. I've never heard anyone say 'Southside Central' - But somehow that appears on google maps. I thought that area was basically the Gorbals, or depending on how localised you want to get - Kingston/Tradeston/Laurieston/Hutchesontown etc by shortymcsteve (Fri 4th Dec 2020 9:59pm)

a toaster oven? by shortymcsteve (Sat 12th Dec 2020 7:42pm)

What kind of work do you do? by shortymcsteve (Thu 31st Dec 2020 3:57pm)

It’s like that on both sides, and it’s depressing af. by shortymcsteve (Sat 2nd Jan 2021 8:41pm)

The best place to look is here: https://www.uswitch.com/mobiles/ It's also worth checking topcashback.co.uk as you can get a lot of money back on some deals. For example, you can sign up for unlimited data with Three for £16 a month and get £60 cash back. by shortymcsteve (Mon 11th Jan 2021 5:33pm)

There’s no conductors on any trains or just ones from England? by shortymcsteve (Fri 15th Jan 2021 1:47am)

What’s the difference? by shortymcsteve (Fri 15th Jan 2021 12:17pm)

What synths? There’s some fb groups for selling musical instruments. by shortymcsteve (Wed 3rd Feb 2021 5:13pm)

People will just ignore it like they ignore the nearest bin. The council really need to hire some wardens to aggressively fine people until we see an improvement. They also need to hire more street cleaners. Schools should educate young people on the issue so it’s in their heads from an early age that littering isn’t good. by shortymcsteve (Wed 10th Feb 2021 6:29pm)

John Swinney is the man who cancelled the airport link before. The GCC leader was against the cancellation and accused parliament of being anti-Glasgow. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/8256474.stm The amount of money wasted on that project is incredible. I still can’t believe they bought the land needed, then sold it back at a much lower cost. Like most people, I have no faith they will deliver this until it’s complete. by shortymcsteve (Wed 10th Feb 2021 6:44pm)

I know, that’s obviously an issue but schools have the biggest chance of making a generational shift. by shortymcsteve (Wed 10th Feb 2021 9:45pm)

If you find anywhere that that does that Rapid Antigen test up to 24 hours before can you please give an update? It seems pretty difficult to find anywhere providing this test. by shortymcsteve (Wed 17th Feb 2021 3:52pm)

Thanks for getting back to me. What date was your flight to Amsterdam departing? by shortymcsteve (Sat 20th Feb 2021 2:22am)

> The land nearby that was used for UWS before they moved is being turned in to a new private housing estate Fucking hell, SLC will build houses anywhere. I know it's going to be tough to find commercial use for the land, but that is a ridiculous place to build houses. by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th Feb 2021 3:48am)

The fireworks are not just in the city, it's happening all over. It's fucking stupid though. by shortymcsteve (Sun 7th Mar 2021 6:32pm)

Is the building Borders used to be located in still on the rental market? There's a shop in from Japan called Book Off/Hard Off where they sell tons of used books/hardware/games in amazing condition and I can imagine it going perfectly in that space. They have them in other countries, so I low key want to email the CEO and tell him to open a shop at that location. by shortymcsteve (Wed 10th Mar 2021 3:52pm)

No no, I mean that the building was recently on the market again. I looked it up and it still seems to be the case. by shortymcsteve (Wed 10th Mar 2021 11:47pm)

Wow that place looks massive. Is it expensive, and do you need some kind of membership to shop there? by shortymcsteve (Sun 21st Mar 2021 9:04pm)

So what's your recommendation so far OP? I need to know the best place for ramen. Also, what are the best Asian markets to visit? by shortymcsteve (Sun 21st Mar 2021 9:06pm)

This is literally every town centre in Scotland. At least there is an actual shopping centre that they seem to be spending money on. It’s definitely not the last place I would buy a house. I’m kind of curious to see where everyone else lives if they think it’s so shit. by shortymcsteve (Mon 19th Apr 2021 4:36pm)

So.. what part of the USA are they from? Seriously, this reads exactly like some mega church politics. by shortymcsteve (Wed 21st Apr 2021 2:08am)

This is depressing. 39 sports grounds are closing.. I'm kind of shocked they are closing the Gallery of Modern Art Library of all places too. by shortymcsteve (Wed 21st Apr 2021 2:16am)

Do you have any more info on this? I tried looking but found nothing. by shortymcsteve (Wed 21st Apr 2021 3:59am)

Apparently one of the mods don't, it got removed for some reason :/ Wish I knew why, because I thought a lot of people here would find it eye opening. by shortymcsteve (Thu 29th Apr 2021 10:44pm)

Somehow this has really gone under the radar, but all the major bus companies have formed an 'alliance'. Not really sure what to expect from this, but you can read about it [here.](https://www.busandcoachbuyer.com/glasgow-operators-join-forces/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Bus%20%20Coach%20Buyer%20Newsletter%20-%20Wednesday%2021st%20April%202021&utm_content=Bus%20%20Coach%20Buyer%20Newsletter%20-%20Wednesday%2021st%20April%202021+CID_db0708d4bf66a9873bc9071e38eb829a&utm_source=&utm_term=READ%20MORE) by shortymcsteve (Mon 3rd May 2021 11:43pm)

I posted this a few days ago and it got deleted and the mods never explained why after I asked. Anyway, everyone should watch this. It's pretty eye opening. by shortymcsteve (Tue 4th May 2021 8:05pm)

I'll DM you, but I originally sent it via the mod mail. by shortymcsteve (Tue 4th May 2021 9:03pm)

That guy is a nut job and brings his religion into politics. In parliament he said it's totally fine for him to debate "who should or should not have sex with whom". He's also against gay marriage, opposed pardons for gay sex convictions, and at the start of the pandemic went against government guidelines by still holding [face to face surgeries.](https://twitter.com/Jeane_F1/status/1242041548356890625?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1242041548356890625%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thenational.scot%2Fnews%2F18327325.health-secretary-scolds-john-mason-face-to-face-constituency-surgeries%2F) He even blasted Easterhouse Baptist Church for cancelling services by saying on Facebook: "Surely we should be bold, take risks, and trust in Jesus?". There's no room for people like this guy in Holyrood, and it's really disappointing to read his comments after being elected. But i bet most people don't know anything about the candidate they vote for. by shortymcsteve (Sat 8th May 2021 9:29pm)

To be fair, this isn't r/scotland by shortymcsteve (Fri 14th May 2021 11:00pm)

Absolute roasters. This is properly taking the piss. by shortymcsteve (Fri 14th May 2021 11:08pm)

Not really. People here are pretty chill for the most part, meanwhile r/scotland is possibly the biggest echo chamber on all of reddit. by shortymcsteve (Fri 14th May 2021 11:13pm)

There's plenty of them on here, just look at all the recent threads about the celebrating. It's pathetic. by shortymcsteve (Sat 15th May 2021 7:22pm)

Really? Are you registered blind by any chance too? Here’s an [excellent display](https://twitter.com/followmeltdowns) of today’s antics from “working class” rangers fans. by shortymcsteve (Sat 15th May 2021 11:55pm)

Because a lot of the people on reddit defending the actions of these fans have been constantly saying that anyone against them are attacking the working class and being classist dicks. When really people are just fed up with the behaviour that can be found on that twitter page. Just take a look through it and maybe you'll understand the complaining. by shortymcsteve (Sun 16th May 2021 12:59am)

Yeah I thought about this too. It's unfair to the rest of the fans, but maybe some peer preasure could change some folk in the long run. But tbh would the type of people doing this even care? Half of them probably don't even go to the games. The culture needs to change though. by shortymcsteve (Sun 16th May 2021 7:06pm)

Holy shit, what is this Forgotten Worlds place in Kilmarnock? Looks like it has some amazing stuff. by shortymcsteve (Tue 18th May 2021 4:59am)

How many bags do you have? British Airways baggage allowance is apparently 23kg for a checked bag and 23kg for a carry on. Each extra checked bag is an additional £60. If you fly business class you get 2 checked bags included. The reason I mention this is because you can sometimes get those seats quite cheap. The sooner you book the flight, the cheaper it will be. Same goes for train ticket prices, but please note that you would have to take the London underground, or Heathrow express train (pretty expensive) to the middle of London to then board a train to Glasgow. Flying is overall easier and recommended if taking the train is around the same price. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th May 2021 6:20pm)

BA allowance is: *Checked bag - Max. 32kg / 70lbs - Up to 90 x 75 x 43cm (Up to 90 x 75 x 43cm)* *1 cabin bag Max. 23kg / 51lbs Up to 56 x 45 x 25cm / 22 x 18 x 10in* *PLUS* *1 handbag Max. 23kg / 51lbs Up to 40 x 30 x 15cm / 16 x 12 x 6in* by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th May 2021 6:24pm)

> But if I am taking flight, I will have to come to University of Glasgow again. What do you mean by this? If you are taking the train, check nationalrail.co.uk and thetrainline.com - Watch out for services that include switching train or using a bus. I noticed that a lot of the options include a bus for some reason, but you can take the train all the way. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th May 2021 7:11pm)

Yes, you are correct about that. You would have a take a bus from the airport to the city centre. Check my post above, I just edited it to give you more info you may find useful. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th May 2021 7:19pm)

You're welcome! On further reading, I'm unsure if you are eligible for a rail card - at least when buying online. I think you may have to purchase one at a train station, which could be an issue given your current situation. It may be worth phoning them to ask what your options are. They have contact information on the railcard website. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th May 2021 7:40pm)

That's domestic, you can check specific routes [here.](https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb/information/baggage-essentials/checked-baggage-allowances) by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th May 2021 7:52pm)

Yeah you have a point. Too bad I can't edit a poll by shortymcsteve (Fri 28th May 2021 8:51pm)

Hey, I deleted this thread as the options were too limited. Just letting you know incase you wish to re-port your comment in the new one. Sorry about the inconvenience! by shortymcsteve (Fri 28th May 2021 8:59pm)

I have re-made it with more options. by shortymcsteve (Fri 28th May 2021 8:57pm)

I think the concern for some people that is that we will end up with the same situation like in England where the tories are constantly voted in with no change in sight. Currently there's no real opposition in Scotland or England, and if you don't believe the SNP will break up post independence then I can see why people would not want to change anything. There's also the though that the current government situation somewhat balances things a bit. I have a different opinion, but I can understand the logic. by shortymcsteve (Fri 28th May 2021 10:43pm)

Fucking hell, that page is like one big irn-bru ad. You weren't joking about the sunglasses. by shortymcsteve (Mon 31st May 2021 11:04pm)

Why not? It's a really nice day trip and not that far away. Just take the train and then the boat. On the island there's a hop on/off tour bus that's well worth the money. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Jun 2021 7:28pm)

They died out at the start of the last decade really. I feel recently some people are trying to bring it back, but it's rare you see people walking about in a trackie trying to fight people these days. No one has mention this yet, but in 2005 the police set up a 'Violence Reduction Unit' as part of a national scheme aimed at curbing knife crime. They decided to stop treating it as a criminal problem and instead took a public health approach. There's quite a few articles that cover this and I think even some documentaries, but we went from "Murder capital of Europe", to a pretty safe environment. I'd say the police and social workers are largely responsible for the shift in ned culture. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Jun 2021 7:45pm)

Yep. I can't remember if he started it, but he was certainly involved. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Jun 2021 9:09pm)

Makes me wonder if most people don't even know this happened. Maybe they think it just magically went away. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Jun 2021 9:13pm)

I think I took the boat over at 1pm and had enough time to do a decent amount of things, so if you go early it should be fine. I just recomend going on a sunny day - the weather recently would be ideal for it. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Jun 2021 11:29pm)

Nice to hear you went! Hope you enjoyed it. Did you manage to convince your partner to go with you? by shortymcsteve (Sat 19th Jun 2021 4:10pm)

Good stuff. Glad you both enjoyed it! by shortymcsteve (Sat 19th Jun 2021 4:50pm)

This isn't a public park. by shortymcsteve (Sat 19th Jun 2021 7:16pm)

From Monday you can register online to have your first vaccine: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-57625339 by shortymcsteve (Mon 28th Jun 2021 1:13am)

It's been a while since I've taken that train, but says something like "Any except Queen Street" by shortymcsteve (Sun 4th Jul 2021 10:43pm)

Yeah, what's with that? Morrisons usually have them, but Lidl haven't had them for months. by shortymcsteve (Wed 21st Jul 2021 10:05am)

This is the best website to find what sim only deals suit you best: https://www.uswitch.com/mobiles/compare/sim_only_deals/ Looks like you can get an unlimited plan from Three for £16 a month which is an amazing deal. by shortymcsteve (Wed 28th Jul 2021 9:38pm)

Where are you seeing such prices? by shortymcsteve (Thu 19th Aug 2021 10:22pm)

Rofl, I forgot about that guy. This is the most Scottish thing ever. by shortymcsteve (Sun 22nd Aug 2021 7:06pm)

Arran is North Ayrshire. by shortymcsteve (Sat 28th Aug 2021 5:20pm)

Wow, lol. Every second post here is a story about Ford Kiernan being a wank. by shortymcsteve (Wed 8th Sep 2021 8:06pm)

Since we're all nice an outraged, someone settle this one for me. Yesterday a Redditor told me that everyone they've met in Glasgow says Zee instead of Zed when singing the Alphabet. Is this a thing? I've never met anyone who says Zee. by shortymcsteve (Sun 12th Sep 2021 10:58am)

It would be said like Zeh-bra, instead of Zee-Bra. This is one that always messes with my head the longer I think about it though. by shortymcsteve (Sun 12th Sep 2021 11:55am)

Probably mates with big Rico. by shortymcsteve (Sun 12th Sep 2021 12:08pm)

That's it, time to phone the boys at Faslane. by shortymcsteve (Sun 12th Sep 2021 12:19pm)

I have no idea, but they aren't originally from here. [This was my interaction.](https://www.reddit.com/r/AskAnAmerican/comments/plpsar/what_are_some_things_brits_do_that_americans/hcf8wls/) by shortymcsteve (Sun 12th Sep 2021 12:40pm)

It didn't bother me. I just wanted to ask everyone because there's some stuff that's baffled me on here before with regards to local sayings and such, so I could've been totally wrong. This thread just felt like a good opportunity to ask about it. Sorry if I offended you in any way. by shortymcsteve (Sun 12th Sep 2021 5:53pm)

Call the police or whoever owns the carpark? by shortymcsteve (Mon 13th Sep 2021 2:47pm)

This is the reaction every time someone on this sub posts a video featuring them talking. Ffs, has no one actually walked about Glasgow and spoke to people? Not everyone sounds like a ned. I'd like to hear all the cunts making fun of them. by shortymcsteve (Sat 18th Sep 2021 4:09pm)

What's considered 'normal voice'? Some people in this sub have been slated for using what I would consider 'normal'. by shortymcsteve (Sat 18th Sep 2021 4:18pm)

> Doesn't matter if you're bumping them for a longer journey, they don't seem to care. I don't know man, I've saw people get thrown off for that. Any time I go further than the stop I've paid for I always have the feeling like the driver is about to stop and kick me off. The worst is when you're the last one left on the bus and the driver keeps looking back in mirror like he's getting more and more annoyed with each jolt of the eyes. That's when the sweats start hitting. by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Sep 2021 5:43am)

£1.40? That's a bit disapointing. I think the normal packs cost about that much and I always see them on sale for even cheaper. 10 tea cakes are £1.25 in Lidl. I was kind of expecting something crazy like 20 snowballs for £1 for the factory rejects but that's probably not realistic. by shortymcsteve (Mon 27th Sep 2021 5:51am)

I sometimes browse r/Edinburgh and recently found out they have their own version of this guy. r/CityofEdinburgh - lol. by shortymcsteve (Tue 28th Sep 2021 5:54pm)

Ah, I did wonder. Not surprising. by shortymcsteve (Tue 28th Sep 2021 6:00pm)

Jim, get yourself a decent mic with a windsock and your production value will go up dramatically. Also very surprised by "we failed to come across any folk that grew up in the city". by shortymcsteve (Tue 28th Sep 2021 6:07pm)

Genuinely had to check I wasn't on r/scotland by shortymcsteve (Sun 3rd Oct 2021 1:27am)

> Scran on the cran If they don't call it this I'm going to be disappointed. by shortymcsteve (Tue 5th Oct 2021 10:49am)

I didn't really think people would take the title serious tbh, I'm all for the riverfront getting attention. by shortymcsteve (Tue 5th Oct 2021 11:08am)

It's fine, big Susan Aitken will give us all a lift about the town. by shortymcsteve (Thu 21st Oct 2021 4:56pm)

I guess this means Hope Street won't be the most polluted street in Scotland for 2 weeks? Look at that, COP26 is saving us after all. by shortymcsteve (Thu 21st Oct 2021 5:05pm)

I don't understand what is stopping them from building a station just up from Paisley St James at Direct Parking, or even at the end of the runway and then running a bus from the station to the terminal. The bus would take a few minutes on the already existing roads. Also, it's almost 1 mile from St James to the terminal in a straight line, so a tunnel wouldn't be the craziest idea compared to what they've proposed over the years. by shortymcsteve (Sat 23rd Oct 2021 10:47am)

Good. Fuck that guy. by shortymcsteve (Tue 26th Oct 2021 2:33pm)

They were probably too embarrassed. by shortymcsteve (Thu 28th Oct 2021 12:55pm)

To be fair, the City of London is 1.12 sq miles so I doubt they really get up to much. Although, I'm still a bit surprised to see these vans here. by shortymcsteve (Sun 31st Oct 2021 12:54am)

I knew it was around basically 1sq mile, but decided to look up the exact area because some boring bastard would probably try correct me. I didn't realised how big their police force is (756 officers), so this isn't so surprising anymore. I guess I just expected a lot of Met officers instead and no one from CoL. by shortymcsteve (Sun 31st Oct 2021 1:11am)

Yeah... nothing to do with the fact that most of the world leaders are all going to be in the one place with 25k delegates. by shortymcsteve (Sun 31st Oct 2021 12:49pm)

This website is far better. They don't block anything: https://www.adsbexchange.com by shortymcsteve (Sun 31st Oct 2021 2:26pm)

Police Scotland can't even deal with football fans tearing up George Square, how do you expect them to keep 25k people safe? You're actually brainwashed if you think this is propaganda. Seriously, use some common sense. by shortymcsteve (Sun 31st Oct 2021 3:15pm)

That's not true. I keep seeing people saying this, but they aren't running off diesel. They are using [recycled cooking oil.](https://fullfact.org/online/COP26-Tesla-cars/) by shortymcsteve (Sun 31st Oct 2021 10:17pm)

Man I am cringing reading this. Every restaurant I've ever been in has given me the tray back so I can get the receipt. They must complain every time they go out to eat? by shortymcsteve (Mon 1st Nov 2021 1:09pm)

It's the police. There's two planes based at Glasgow Airport right now. by shortymcsteve (Mon 1st Nov 2021 8:02pm)

A plane is faster than a car, so what else is the pilot supposed to do except do loops? I don't really understand why they don't just transport him via helicopter. They have a massive convoy and two aircraft overhead for what? by shortymcsteve (Mon 1st Nov 2021 9:12pm)

I'm sure the hospitality industry disagrees. by shortymcsteve (Mon 1st Nov 2021 9:15pm)

Wow, really? That's a bit surprising, but I imagine most people will stick around Finnieston area for most of the day. by shortymcsteve (Mon 1st Nov 2021 9:22pm)

Turkey requested it and got denied, so their president refused to show up (according to the BBC). by shortymcsteve (Mon 1st Nov 2021 11:35pm)

I'm really curious to see how people vote in the next local elections. GCC are just unbelievale at this point. by shortymcsteve (Thu 4th Nov 2021 5:31pm)

> Labour ran the council into the ground for decades And what is Susan Aitken and Co currently doing? They refuse to take responsibility and actively make things worse. Just look at the major waste issue everyone here keeps complaining about. Instead of increasing services, they cut them. Now we have bin men on strike over working and pay conditions, and when this is raised in parliment the First Minister claims it's politics nonsense and there's no problem? We're also told every city has rats.. come on. They showed us they can tidy up for COP, but not for everyone else. Forget the party these people are part of and ask yourself if any of this is fair to the public. I think the biggest problem is that people don't know who their local councillors are and vote based on the party alone. I'm not taking about voting for MSP's here, I'm talking about the 85 councillors that make up GCC. by shortymcsteve (Thu 4th Nov 2021 6:29pm)

I don't know which councilers would be better, that's why I plan to do my research and vote for whoever seems most fit for the job in next years election. It makes no senes to me to keep voting in the same people if this is the outcome of their handwork. by shortymcsteve (Thu 4th Nov 2021 6:47pm)

And coming here to rage at some random guy on the internet isn't embarrassing? by shortymcsteve (Fri 5th Nov 2021 5:41pm)

So I took a peek at what all this is about and found this comment from you in the thread that apparently started it: *"Yup, and I'm British myself btw, but live in America. People do make fun of Tories sometimes though."* You're not American either.. And honestly, why does someone posting on r/glasgow not have the right to talk about politics of another country, especially a country that's policies directly impact us? You also have no idea of this guys background! I know Americans that live here and post on this subreddit. FFS, my long term gf is American and I've spent over a year of my life living there in different states. Just calm down, and stop assuming you know someones nationality based on the subreddits they post on. There's no point getting so worked up about this. Especially over something that happened on a Grindr meme subreddit (?) by shortymcsteve (Fri 5th Nov 2021 5:58pm)

>It just showed me what can be achieved when you have a council and local government that actually care about a city’s culture, heritage and people. 👀 Who's going to tell him? by shortymcsteve (Sun 7th Nov 2021 12:17am)

I have a weird memory as a kid of seeing signs on a second floor building for a Kung fu studio. I think it was around the Cowcaddens area but could be completely wrong. I've always wondered where that actually was, because as a kid I thought it was at Chinatown but i'm almost certain it wasn't. by shortymcsteve (Sun 14th Nov 2021 2:37pm)

People race them, and it sounds like your neighbours are trying to train them to come home. After a while he will take them further and further away. My papa used to keep pigeons for years until he got too old. He had a hut in his back garden, but I don't remember him ever keeping any there. There's a club local to him and the members have an area where they all have pigeon lofts. I think my uncle still keeps some and I know of a few other people that do. A big lorry stops by one of the club members business and they fill it up with the pigeons in baskets before taking them to France or wherever the race is starting from. I believe you pay some money to enter, creating a prize pool, and the winners get a share. by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Nov 2021 3:40pm)

Check out r/AnalogCommunity , all your questions will be answered there. As for what camera, I would suggest checking out charity shops. Sometimes you can get lucky and find a steal for not much money, which is far better than spending stupid amounts on eBay for something that no one wanted a few years ago. Be prepared to spend a lot of money on film and development costs though. The price of film keeps increasing and there's a bit of a shortage right now, almost to the point where it's getting too expensive. by shortymcsteve (Tue 23rd Nov 2021 4:40pm)

The shop is called Forgotten Worlds by shortymcsteve (Tue 23rd Nov 2021 5:02pm)

I know some people have said Beast can mean a tank of a guy, but most people I know born in the 90's will use it to describe something good. Could be someone showing off their new car and their friend would say "Aw man, that's a pure beast of a motor". I actually think this derived from people calling something big a beast, that also happened to be considered good. So then anything considered good just became a beast. Depends on the context though, I've heard people use it to call a girl ugly. And some girls in my high school would call people beasties, which normally refers to a bug. by shortymcsteve (Sat 11th Dec 2021 7:10pm)

The official method for answering this question involves smacking the seat as hard as you can and taking an estimate based on how large of a dust cloud is generated. by shortymcsteve (Tue 14th Dec 2021 1:10pm)

If there is no will, it is my understanding that her children are legally entitled to claim 50% of the estate. If she was not married to her partner, they would have to fight an up hill legal battle to even try to gain any money. The other 50% of the estate would be available to her children if there's nowhere else for the money to go - i.e, another party, debt payments, etc. You should absolutely seek legal advice, because what has happened is illegal. And if there was any estate tax to be paid, well.. HMRC will not be happy with her partners actions either. I can recommend a lawyer if you want one? by shortymcsteve (Wed 15th Dec 2021 7:42pm)

What do you even get for £2? by shortymcsteve (Thu 23rd Dec 2021 11:22pm)

If you don't mind traveling a bit, Finsbury are looking for people. They put a flyer though my door, so they must be struggling to find staff right now. You can find their job vacancies [here.](https://finsburyfoods.co.uk/working-here/current-vacancies/) by shortymcsteve (Sun 26th Dec 2021 5:44pm)

I just came across this amazing website yesterday and there's a few people on there making custom stuff in the area: https://make.works/companies by shortymcsteve (Tue 28th Dec 2021 9:39pm)

Tbh, what's the point? In 8 years time you won't be able to buy one new. by shortymcsteve (Tue 18th Jan 2022 2:25pm)

Yeah, what the fuck is this thread? OP isn't wrong. There's even a plan to put a roof over the M8 running through Charring Cross because it's obviously a problem. by shortymcsteve (Wed 19th Jan 2022 3:21pm)

It's an F15 from the USAF - He was flying at 1200 feet traveling around 560mph (Looks like he was as low as 800feet around Denny, wow). You can watch him here: https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=ae179a by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 5:48pm)

Did you actually see two? by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 5:53pm)

I don't know, probably on some kind of exercise. If you press the U button at the top of the page it will show only military aircraft, and there's another one F15 that went all the way up the East coast before turning back at North Berwick. His tag is also 'ID'. You can also change settings so it shows older location data, and also display stuff like altitude and speed at certain points on the map. by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 6:13pm)

That's the same link in my main post above. by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 6:29pm)

Because FR24 is pretty rubbish and blocks a lot of stuff. The website I linked doesn't block anything. by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 6:27pm)

Are you suggesting that some Russian jets buzzed over Motherwell as a warning? by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 6:42pm)

What do you mean? by shortymcsteve (Thu 20th Jan 2022 8:11pm)

Milton and Possilpark and having a fight over who gets to take home the microwave. by shortymcsteve (Fri 28th Jan 2022 3:20pm)

I was in the other week and some guy made them pay for his parking ticket. I have no idea they did this, so I assumed he got a fine for parking on the street - Although, I'm sure I heard him say it was £30! by shortymcsteve (Tue 15th Feb 2022 1:28am)

I get what you're saying, but all these bands came out of the Glasgow music scene so I think it's fair. by shortymcsteve (Fri 25th Feb 2022 2:22am)

This seems like a bit of a hassle to save £6.20 by shortymcsteve (Fri 11th Mar 2022 11:23am)

Wow, how recent was this and was it £1? by shortymcsteve (Sun 13th Mar 2022 2:26pm)

Thanks! Would be interesting to know what kind it is and how many exposures. They used to have some amazing film, but the most recent one I heard about only has 10 exposures on a roll when the standard is 32, which makes it not worth developing unless you do it at home. The price of film keeps going up, if you see some it’s probably worth buying if it’s more than 10 exposures per roll. by shortymcsteve (Sun 13th Mar 2022 6:29pm)

Thanks for the update, I appreciate you checking. by shortymcsteve (Mon 14th Mar 2022 3:19pm)

That's good to know, hopefully it's something new they have in. by shortymcsteve (Mon 14th Mar 2022 4:24pm)

Somehow I spend £25 a week on food and essentials. Don't really buy alcohol though and mostly shop at Lidl. I find it pretty easy to keep the price low if I'm making food from scratch. by shortymcsteve (Tue 15th Mar 2022 12:54pm)

I emailed them and they said "The item you are looking for is no longer available in our warehouse or our stores and no further orders have been placed." by shortymcsteve (Tue 15th Mar 2022 12:56pm)

You should check out r/AnalogCommunity when you do, it's a really good subreddit. by shortymcsteve (Tue 15th Mar 2022 1:34pm)

How much are they charging? by shortymcsteve (Wed 16th Mar 2022 4:40pm)

Thanks by shortymcsteve (Wed 16th Mar 2022 5:06pm)

The what? I think you have the wrong park. by shortymcsteve (Sat 19th Mar 2022 12:36pm)

https://www.streetlevelphotoworks.org/facilities by shortymcsteve (Sun 20th Mar 2022 5:26pm)

I believe they run a class to teach you how to use the equipment but It doesn't look like they have any listed right now. You should give them a call and ask about it. This is the only place I've found that have dark rooms open to the public. by shortymcsteve (Sun 20th Mar 2022 6:37pm)

Wow. I thought I was having deja vu for a second when I read u/pure_roaster comment and the hair comment that followed. At least he's consistent. by shortymcsteve (Tue 29th Mar 2022 6:17am)

You may be eligible for the [rail to refuge scheme.](https://www.womensaid.org.uk/rail-to-refuge/) by shortymcsteve (Tue 19th Apr 2022 4:54pm)

What’s the deal with the majority of chargers being greyed out? by shortymcsteve (Thu 21st Apr 2022 10:56am)

I checked the map and under 'Key' there is Blue: Available, Green: In Use, Grey: Out of service. There's a filter you can toggle for 'Available Only' and it removed all of the grey ones when enabled. I'm looking at the map on https://chargeplacescotland.org by shortymcsteve (Thu 21st Apr 2022 11:27am)

Ah okay. Thanks for checking. by shortymcsteve (Thu 21st Apr 2022 12:08pm)

What markets do you recommend? by shortymcsteve (Fri 29th Apr 2022 2:01pm)

You should try find out who the promoters/local labels are for this type of music. That's how I find out about a lot of local gigs in a similar genre. by shortymcsteve (Mon 2nd May 2022 3:08pm)

Just to be clear, you do understand this is a local council election right? Councillors have no say in independence or who we go to war with, so voting based on this logic is a waste. You should vote for whatever candidate you think will best serve your local area. by shortymcsteve (Tue 3rd May 2022 2:25am)

Finally some positivity! I feel bad for the OP reading all these replies thinking they have made a terrible mistake. They're probably going to be too caught up in exploring the city to be feeling the effects of seasonal depression - and I say that as someone who travels a lot and suffers from it too. by shortymcsteve (Mon 9th May 2022 3:13am)

Yeah that's the same for me. The great thing about the city is that it's small but there's a lot to do, especially when you're a student. So it's pretty easy to travel around using the subway & busses. Plus, if you get bored you can hop on a train to basically anywhere in the country. For example - Edinburgh is exactly 1 hour away via train and very touristy, definitely worth a day trip or two. If you have a weekend free you could even head up North to the Highlands or down South to England at some point. Don't worry, your 3 months will fly by! I'm sure you'll have a great time. by shortymcsteve (Mon 9th May 2022 6:24am)

Yeah.. I've been to Toronto twice and it's one of the most expensive cities I've visited in NA. Average hotels were 2-3 times the price of Glasgow and the food was at least double. I'm just as confused as everyone else. by shortymcsteve (Sun 22nd May 2022 11:48am)

No way are the kids who live in Thorntonhall and attending St Aloysius middle class. They are some of the most privileged people I’ve met. by shortymcsteve (Mon 23rd May 2022 10:08pm)

If you have a car or live somewhere with good bus routes, Braehead Shopping Centre is open until 9pm and the Glasgow Fort is open until 10pm. by shortymcsteve (Thu 26th May 2022 12:18pm)

Check out https://www.reglasgow.com by shortymcsteve (Sun 29th May 2022 12:11pm)

Wow! I'm not sure how I missed that massive sign as I kid, but I don't remember it at all. They had one in East Kilbride shopping centre with a wall of screens playing cartoons which I got to visit a few times. It was quite a bit smaller but still really fun to visit. by shortymcsteve (Tue 31st May 2022 1:15pm)

The map can be found [here.](https://nextdoorjubileemap.co.uk) The people of Blantyre better watch out for the RAF. by shortymcsteve (Wed 1st Jun 2022 12:07pm)

When was the last time rugby fans smashed up the city or lit fireworks every time a game was on? Never had a rugby fan start a fight being of the colour of my t-shirt. Just because this guy had one experience in a pub doesn't mean he's right. by shortymcsteve (Fri 3rd Jun 2022 1:39pm)

There's already an active line that goes right past the airport. Not sure what's stopping them from building a station at West Match Road and having a bus service that runs from the platform to the terminal. It's by far the cheapest option and wouldn't take much to implement. If they wanted to get fancy with it, they could run a light rail from the terminal to the train line. by shortymcsteve (Wed 8th Jun 2022 11:04pm)

I'll believe this new line when I see it. The cost to put rail into populated areas where one does't already exist will be enormous, so I don't see how this is more cost effective than moving an already established station down the line by 600 meters? The line is currently only used once every 30 minutes. I agree that servicing those other areas would be great, but this is an easy solution for a rail link and one they have chosen to ignore. by shortymcsteve (Thu 9th Jun 2022 1:06am)

I’m kind of surprised by this recommendation. Taco Mazama is basically like someone decided they wanted to make ‘Mexican’ food, but have only ever been to Chipotle. by shortymcsteve (Sat 11th Jun 2022 3:56pm)

It’s funny seeing all the almost no karma / brand new accounts coming out the woodwork. Good on you OP for giving them away. I think I’d cry if I had to get rid of 12 tickets for free. At least you’re going to make a lot of people happy! by shortymcsteve (Mon 13th Jun 2022 4:11pm)

Shit hole? Wtf are you talking about. This is the place where you can gamble while you wait for your plane. Are you sure you weren’t just fuming after losing all your money? by shortymcsteve (Thu 16th Jun 2022 4:18pm)

I’m quite surprised to be honest, but maybe it’s taken a turn since I last got a flight out of there. I’ve been several time’s and they always had lots of places to eat and stuff to do. Plus the gambling at the gates is a novelty that fits the theme of the place. Never once though it was a shithole territory. by shortymcsteve (Thu 16th Jun 2022 5:05pm)

You should send them the bill for your taxi too. I’m not joking, there is a good chance they will pay for it if you complain as they failed to provide alternative transport. Check [here.](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/ticket_types/72098.aspx) by shortymcsteve (Sat 18th Jun 2022 6:41pm)

You could try one of these places: https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/v09v25/where_can_i_play_40k_table_top_game/ by shortymcsteve (Sat 18th Jun 2022 11:55pm)

Yup this is the plant to go: https://www.clanskates.co.uk/surf-school/ by shortymcsteve (Sun 19th Jun 2022 8:12pm)

If you have family or friends in other parts of the country you should be able to use [this](https://media.raildeliverygroup.com/news/train-companies-announce-renewal-of-lifesaving-free-travel-to-refuges-for-survivors-of-domestic-abuse) scheme to travel for free. I'm not sure how you go about organising a ticket though, but you could try getting in touch with the charity listed [here.](https://www.mankind.org.uk/for-professionals/rail-to-refuge/) by shortymcsteve (Sun 19th Jun 2022 8:56pm)

Yeah they are sketch as can be. People on here got made fun of before for saying they are a front, but that news story just proved them right. Someone made a video about the Oxford street location too: https://youtu.be/4D8sAt-EiKg by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 12:22am)

Here’s some light reading and viewing for you: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-61777445 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-61810743.amp https://youtu.be/4D8sAt-EiKg by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 12:27am)

Okay, you don’t need to be dickhead about it. Your long reply was hidden on the Reddit mobile app and I was simply providing information as to what is going on. At no point did I say it was money laundering or any specific crime for that matter. by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 12:44am)

I have the same thing this week. I don't understand how they expect people to plan around this, especially for work? Are you supposed to just stay home until you are dismissed and do they cover your pay even if you didn't have to attend? It's kind of BS the letter doesn't explain any of this and tells you to attend court (the cinema) on Monday morning. by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 2:20am)

I have several, but I’m glad you got it sorted. Where can I find details of the rocket launch? I had no idea anything was scheduled. Are you launching anything into orbit? by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 12:45pm)

Looks fun! Best of luck with the weather. by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 5:54pm)

It's a cheap computer about the size of a credit card that you can use for whatever you can imagine. Here's a 2 minute explainer [video.](https://youtu.be/eZ74x6dVYes) by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Jun 2022 11:21pm)

Unless you have booked your flights, I think the best option is flying to an airport on the east coast that has a direct flight to Glasgow or Edinburgh. A quick check and it looks like there's only one route into Glasgow (from Florida), but quite a few into Edinburgh. You can view them [here.](https://www.flightradar24.com/data/airports/edi/routes) by shortymcsteve (Tue 28th Jun 2022 7:51am)

If you are under 30, as a Canadian you can apply for a [Youth Mobility Visa](https://www.gov.uk/youth-mobility) to say in the UK for 2 years. After that, you can apply for a partnership visa - but it is *extremely* important that you document you have been living with your partner for those 2 years. Because if you don't, good luck proving it for the partnership visa. Also, you can't really apply for most visas while inside the UK. If you visit on a tourist visa with intentions to stay you can get in some trouble. Not sure how difficult it is to apply for the YMV, but I recommend hiring an immigration lawyer if you it it. Some visas requite a lot of paperwork that you could easily fuck up. DM me if you need a recommendation. by shortymcsteve (Wed 27th Jul 2022 2:37am)

It's basically a NATO airbase with some Ryan Air flights to Spain. by shortymcsteve (Fri 29th Jul 2022 5:47pm)

If you know the exact time and location you could probably report it to Deliveroo. I bet they keep location data of their riders. by shortymcsteve (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 9:46pm)

>In 1964 Clow mounted a successful campaign in Glasgow opposing the planned decking over the River Clyde to build a bus station. Good to know GCC have always been this stupid. by shortymcsteve (Thu 18th Aug 2022 12:00pm)

Wow. I personally know some people on the musicians list and I wouldn't have even considered them famous. by shortymcsteve (Fri 19th Aug 2022 3:36pm)

They are the in house brand for Thomanm, the German music shop. Not sure you will see any shops carrying their stuff unless it’s second hand. by shortymcsteve (Sun 21st Aug 2022 12:14pm)

One other thing to note - a lot of the products they sell under this brand are white label products. For example, their guitar pedals can be found under other band names (I’ve seen a few sold under the name ‘Joyo’). It’s quite possible the guitar he’s after could be found under another name if you do some research, but I’m not 100% sure. It’s possible they special order the guitars too. by shortymcsteve (Sun 21st Aug 2022 12:24pm)

Is it actually worth the money? £4-5 for a single taco makes me want to cry. by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 1:17pm)

Their website says there is no time limit: https://www.supportcentre-rbs.co.uk/Banking-near-me/Order-change/996696752/Can-I-change-old-notes-coins-for-new-ones.htm by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 1:38pm)

They are supposed to let you exchange up to £250 worth of notes if you are not a customer. Several news articles state this. by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 1:48pm)

Home Bargains. I think it's around £2.30 for 3 big ones. by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 1:52pm)

That's pretty weird. I'd try a different bank or even the post office. You also still have some time to spend the notes - I believe the cut off period is the 30th of September. by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 2:53pm)

Ah, I was asking about Rafas. I didn't know about Sacred Tum until this thread, but that's good to know. by shortymcsteve (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 4:49pm)

It has just been brought to my attention that there's a place called 'Fork n Knife Cafe' on Duke Street. Now I'm wondering if I'm about to question my entire existence. by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th Aug 2022 12:07am)

u/Veloglasgow We need a bot that auto responds with [this map.](https://globe.adsbexchange.com) Every other day someone makes this same post. by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th Aug 2022 12:17am)

It's way better. They don't censor anything. by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th Aug 2022 3:52pm)

“Not sure if true” - comments anyway. Have you even been there or just read about it in the daily record? by shortymcsteve (Mon 29th Aug 2022 3:08pm)

For yourself? by shortymcsteve (Mon 5th Sep 2022 5:22am)

These lists are a bit different, but worth knowing about too: https://www.craftscotland.org/craft-directory/makers https://make.works by shortymcsteve (Fri 9th Sep 2022 1:47am)

Might be worth getting on touch with these people if you need some advice. They have a bunch of locations you can visit and ever help with your CV - https://www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk/contact-us/ Your college likely have some student services like this too where they offer support and advice, it's probably even better speaking to them if you can. by shortymcsteve (Mon 12th Sep 2022 4:04pm)

The subway and busses are free for children under 5. I think the trains might be too, but I'm not 100% sure. I know they have a scheme where up to 4 children can travel for £1 when you buy an adult ticket. And in turn, those tickets also gain one child free entry into some good places such as Edinburgh Zoo. You can find more on that [here.](https://www.scotrail.co.uk/kids-go-free) There's also various rail and bus cards that exist for discount journeys if you plan to use one of those, although I would avoid busses if you don't have to use them due to reliability. Most museums are free across Scotland, and there's plenty of nice parks with visiting (some have animals). It's not weird if you don't drink, no one will care. Kids can go into some pubs - usually if they serve food it's no issue. Some pubs have licenses that specifically do not allow children. My only real tip is that you should know it gets dark quite early in the middle of winter, and the sun rises late - Something to thing about when planning your day. In late December the worst will be sunrise as 08:47 and sunset at 15:42. by shortymcsteve (Thu 15th Sep 2022 4:25am)

Google maps shows it's about a 1 mile/20 minute walk from the station. Is that correct? by shortymcsteve (Sun 18th Sep 2022 9:51pm)

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/uvwi6k/pyramid_scheme_new_age_acquisitions/ I don't know them from experience, but I remember reading about them several times on this sub. by shortymcsteve (Fri 23rd Sep 2022 8:26pm)

Look up "Wester Park Ave, Blantyre" - In my opinion that isn't even Blantyre to begin with (nothing south of the A725 is really), but there is no way you can consider somewhere that far out Glasgow. It's the furthest I could find with a G postcode though, and I know of some businesses in that are that claim they are located in Glasgow on their website. by shortymcsteve (Fri 30th Sep 2022 12:47am)

All the people saying "If your postcode starts with G" need to look at [this](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c9/G_postcode_area_map.svg map) and reconsider. by shortymcsteve (Fri 30th Sep 2022 12:58am)

It's the first one listed under 'map': https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G_postcode_area#Map by shortymcsteve (Fri 30th Sep 2022 1:03am)

This was the best spot to get fish and chips. I’m gutted it’s gone. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th Oct 2022 12:24pm)

[Here](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11317141/amp/Has-Chinese-police-network-taken-hold-High-Streets-Investigation-looks-three-UK-premises.html) is an article about it in English, and explains what these “police stations” are. Sorry for the DM link, but it actually covers this quite well compared to others. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th Oct 2022 4:58pm)

Well if you read it, the reporter actually did proper research. They went to and spoke to all the venues listed, and also reached out to the government for answers. I have read multiple articles on this, and it’s the best one by far. I don’t like the Daily Mail, but they actually wrote something half decent for a change. by shortymcsteve (Wed 26th Oct 2022 5:29pm)

BT own all the lines apart from Virgins. So it's really about who will give you the best deal as they are using the same network. by shortymcsteve (Thu 27th Oct 2022 2:38pm)

Wtf is Glasgow world? Glasgow live is enough. by shortymcsteve (Tue 8th Nov 2022 11:48am)

It’s kind of like Argos by shortymcsteve (Sat 26th Nov 2022 11:43am)

Yeah I hadn’t been in the city centre in a while and this subreddit had me thinking it was looking like a war zone. I was in shock at St Enoch centre. There were at least 30 people trying to get in the back entrance and I was wondering wtf was going on, because last time I ventured there it was all empty shops. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I got inside. Just today I was talking to a business owner that was telling me he’s never been so busy before. He also mentioned a certain restaurant in the middle of town is taking in £130k a week. by shortymcsteve (Sat 10th Dec 2022 12:49am)

The laser quest place in trongate - where was that located exactly, and did it have a big truck coming out the front like the Garage does? I have vague memories of that place as a kid. Burst my nose open there during my 10th birthday after running face first into my friends body pack. by shortymcsteve (Sat 10th Dec 2022 12:51am)

Does anyone else think these renders looks just as bland and boring? Big tall soulless buildings on narrow streets.. they are going to see hardly any sun. Also, 10 years of construction and disruption is mental. I follow all the Scottish architectural websites and this is the one project I’m really struggling to understand. by shortymcsteve (Tue 24th Jan 2023 3:13pm)

This is exactly the kind of service I wish my GP had. Can you DM me the name of the surgery? If it's close enough I think I'd switch. by shortymcsteve (Mon 30th Jan 2023 5:21pm)

> Other Glasgow Life services to be affected by the recent cuts include: > * Tramway to reduce opening hours to save £73,000 > * Kelvingrove Bandstand funding for free events removed to save £33,000 > * Reducing engagement and learning in Glasgow museums to save £338,000 > * Mitchell Library opening hours to be reduced from 60 to 54 hours per week to save £115,000 > * Swimming Pool hours to be cut and health suites to not re-open in bid to save £1.08m > * Cutting sport and physical development programmes to save £475,000 > * A service fee for Glasgow Life to raise £3.5m by shortymcsteve (Sun 19th Feb 2023 11:26am)

Do you recommend this one? How big of an area do you reckon it covers? by shortymcsteve (Mon 20th Feb 2023 1:07pm)

Do they have a website? I was trying to find them, but there seems to be a few companies with really similar names websites so I’m unsure of what one. by shortymcsteve (Thu 9th Mar 2023 10:22am)

Thanks! Really appreciate it. by shortymcsteve (Thu 9th Mar 2023 10:27am)

Ah man, Archie was one of my lecturers at Stow College. I remember getting a BBC breaking news alert when he got done for killing someone by drunk driving. My first thought was jokingly “I bet it’s someone who taught me”, and sure enough.. 😐 I actually really liked him, was very nice and pleasant to everyone. Always full of stories. A few people would occasionally bring up his band. I felt like he really cared about the students too and would notice if you were having a bad day. It’s a shame what happened really, but still disappointing. by shortymcsteve (Thu 16th Mar 2023 6:58pm)

Yeah he did some time for it. You can read about it here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-22703443.amp by shortymcsteve (Thu 16th Mar 2023 7:08pm)

No problem! I think there’s a Facebook page and it seems like Archie runs it. I just came across it when looking for the article. by shortymcsteve (Thu 16th Mar 2023 7:37pm)

No problem. I do a lot of investing, so feel free to DM me if you have any questions and I can try give some further advice if needed. I know this stuff can get pretty confusing. by shortymcsteve (Thu 23rd Mar 2023 1:57pm)

I don’t really think a financial advisor is worth paying for. My advice would be to figure out how you wish to invest and go from there (i.e which type of product). My recommendation would be to look into opening a cash ISA. They are a tax free way to invest your money, and you’re able to put up to £20k per tax year into them. You should also look into a SIPP if you’re thinking about pensions. The end of the tax year are really soon, so it would be worth taking advantage of this year allowance. I personally use hl.co.uk - They’ve actually sent me quite a few emails recently advertising that you can schedule a call with one of their advisors to figure out what products best suit you. I’m sure some of the other big investment companies will offer such services too. It may also be worth reading some advice from [money saving expert](https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/investments/) if you wish to leave how some of these saving/investing accounts work. by shortymcsteve (Thu 23rd Mar 2023 1:55pm)

What are the plans for St.Enoch centre? I’m really impressed with how busy it has been since the redevelopment. It was pretty shit before, but they somehow turned it around. Makes no sense to me that they should demolish both shopping malls, especially when they are full of shops and people. by shortymcsteve (Wed 29th Mar 2023 11:54pm)

How can it be considered dead when it’s always incredibly busy? A few years ago it felt dead when half the shops were shut, but It’s always full of people now. I don’t understand this logic. I think demolishing those two shopping malls will be one of the biggest mistakes in the city centres history. by shortymcsteve (Thu 30th Mar 2023 11:51am)

This is the correct answer, but it closed down during covid. No idea if the people who ran it opened up elsewhere. by shortymcsteve (Tue 4th Apr 2023 1:12pm)

Might be a good idea to speak to these guys if you want to go surfing - https://www.clanskates.co.uk/surf-school/ by shortymcsteve (Sat 29th Apr 2023 1:31pm)

I’m going to recommend against this as someone who went down this route. There’s far too many courses focusing on sound engineering and no where near enough jobs. The pay is also shit. People expect you to be on £10/h or less. You also have to fight against hundreds of new students every year offering to do the job for free. by shortymcsteve (Wed 24th May 2023 9:12am)

When was the last time you were in it? It’s full of shops and people. Far busier than Buchanan galleries. People keep saying it’s empty on this subreddit and I don’t know why, because it’s simply not true. by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th May 2023 6:52pm)

Every time I’ve been it’s been jumping, even during the week. At weekends it’s jam packed, and I imagine it helps that they have more stuff to do there than just shopping compared to Buchanan galleries. Bowling, cinema, axe throwing, etc. The redevelopment is impressive considering it was actually half empty pre covid. by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th May 2023 8:45pm)

It’s surprising fun. I’ve never tried it at that place though, but they have other things going on too: https://boombattlebar.com/uk/glasgow/ by shortymcsteve (Fri 26th May 2023 11:16pm)

If you’re walking, the nearest regular bus stop is at the Kingarth Hotel. It’s about a 3 mile walk according to google maps. I wanted to go yesterday and ran into the same problem. Ended up at a different beach. The tourist hop on hop off bus goes to Scalpsie bay though. There’s 4 buses a day, and it’s £14 for an adult. You can use the ticket on the normal busses too. I went on it a few year ago and though it was a great way to see the island, but I remember it being way cheaper and more frequent. £14 is a bit of a robbery imo. by shortymcsteve (Tue 30th May 2023 3:56pm)

I’m not sure what the cost is. To Ettrick beach it was £4 return. And there’s a £4.50 all day ticket on the bus companies app (WCM Buses) - so you shouldn’t have to pay more than that. I don’t think they sell the day ticket on the bus for some reason though. Also two things worth noting - 1. The buses use contactless. 2. You can get a combined train/ferry ticket. It’s worth checking how much the cost is if you break down your rail trip to multiple legs. I noticed it was somehow more expensive to travel from Glasgow central, compared to buying a ticket further out. Also, some guy was raging at the ferry terminal because the rail staff at his local train station told him they don’t do combined tickets anymore. Mine tried to tell me that too until I showed him on the ScotRail app. Hope this helps! Enjoy the seals by shortymcsteve (Tue 30th May 2023 5:09pm)

Yeah go to Millport if you want to cycle. It’s really safe, easy to get to, and about 12 miles around the island. I went recently and had a great time. by shortymcsteve (Tue 30th May 2023 5:12pm)

Nice one. Can’t wait to enjoy both ends of Buchanan street being building sites for “15 to 20 years”. by shortymcsteve (Wed 31st May 2023 2:22am)

Good point. I bet they haven’t even considered this. I have noticed that whenever it (inevitably) rains those two shopping centres fill right up. I guess people will now just pile into the nearest shop, but it’s much nicer having an indoor mall when the weather is shit. Plus you can easily grab some food and use the bathroom like you say. It’s almost like having a shopping centre isn’t the worse idea. by shortymcsteve (Wed 31st May 2023 11:51am)

If you’re that worried then it might be worth looking at Edinburgh or Prestwick. I just came through Prestwick yesterday and it was by far the best airport experience I’ve had between the three. At check in, I was the only person there. Same with security. On the way back it took no more than 10 minutes to be outside after walking off the plane. They also have a train station which is a massive bonus. The only downside is the lack of destinations. by shortymcsteve (Mon 12th Jun 2023 2:37pm)

At small gigs it’s possible. I used to go to tons run by local labels and promoters and would always see the same people and got to know them. Half the time I would show up not really knowing anything about the bands but I know someone I knew would probably be there. This was for alt rock/punk/emo/hardcore type stuff. by shortymcsteve (Tue 13th Jun 2023 5:53pm)

Yeah that’s fair. At the small gigs I attended people are usually really nice and will say hello and chat. Seems like a good idea though! The more stuff like this the better. by shortymcsteve (Tue 13th Jun 2023 6:14pm)

They can’t just put utilities on your property without asking. You should probably call them up and complain if you want it removed. by shortymcsteve (Thu 15th Jun 2023 12:26am)

I think CCA have some groups run from there? At one point there was a place next to Driftwood, but the guy running it was apparently sketchy and it obviously no longer exists. I’m sure someone here knows the story. by shortymcsteve (Thu 15th Jun 2023 12:35am)

Why is everyone moaning about this? I don’t really care about going, but it’s nice to see the exhibition is being held here and not London. by shortymcsteve (Thu 15th Jun 2023 5:48pm)

You know this sub covers more than Glasgow right? I grew up in South Lanarkshire in the 90’s and we called it Fizzy Juice, Juice, or Fizzy Drink. Not many people were calling it Ginger unless maybe talking about the irn bru glass bottles. I will say though, never met anyone keeping their drinks outside no matter what it was. by shortymcsteve (Mon 19th Jun 2023 11:53am)

This summer has been amazing for growing plants. This year I have managed to grow tomatillos no problem which I really didn’t expect. I’m pretty happy about it, because the only place I found selling them was charging £1.10 per 100 grams!!! The YouTube channel “GrowVeg” is pretty helpful for U.K. gardening tips. It seems like you can grow a lot of stuff if you plan properly. by shortymcsteve (Sun 25th Jun 2023 12:01am)

https://www.facebook.com/struggletownrecords by shortymcsteve (Sun 2nd Jul 2023 4:34pm)

Don’t bother, it’s rank. by shortymcsteve (Mon 14th Aug 2023 3:09pm)

You just proved the OP’s point. by shortymcsteve (Tue 15th Aug 2023 9:54pm)

It will be interesting to see a map of what they classify as the “Glasgow City Region”. I understand this is mostly a project focusing on building up around the Clyde, but I hope they use this opportunity to fix the public transport issues in the region. by shortymcsteve (Mon 28th Aug 2023 8:58pm)

I think some other news outlet has the story. Made a rare check of Facebook and it was on my feed somehow, with hundreds of people commenting. I guess this is what journalism looks like these days. Checking the local subreddit and seeing what you can make a story out of. Embarrassing really. by shortymcsteve (Wed 6th Sep 2023 11:21am)

Subsine would be the place I think. Haven’t been to any courses there myself (done a bunch of others), but it’s the one that fits what you’re looking for. by shortymcsteve (Wed 6th Sep 2023 5:10pm)

Unfortunately not. 3/4 of the courses I did were for people between the ages of 18-25. There’s quite a few that get funding from Creative Scotland and therefor have that age restriction. One of them was an electronic music course based at Green Door studios - it was all analogue based. Might be worth checking to see if they run anything without an age limit. If you’re looking for something more DAW based, I think Subsine is your best bet. I also recommend staying away from SAE. If you wanted to pressure a course like that, it would be better to attend any proper college/university that offers production courses as a mature student. by shortymcsteve (Wed 6th Sep 2023 6:07pm)

What the fuck is wrong with you. I think you need to get outside and enjoy the sun mate. by shortymcsteve (Sat 9th Sep 2023 1:02pm)

There’s quite a few farm shops in South Ayrshire area around the country side. You can find them by searching “Farm Shop” on google maps and then pressing “search this area” while moving around. Might be worth mapping them out and picking a few to drive to. Like others have said, the Clyde valley has a bunch of garden centres. If you’re heading that way if you be worth checking out New Lanark if you want something museum-ish to visit. I only recently found out it’s listed as a world heritage site. Another option worth checking out might be Dumfries house. It would probably take an hour or so to drive there depending on where you’re coming from, but along the way you should be able to find some farm shops to visit. by shortymcsteve (Sat 9th Sep 2023 1:14pm)

Tomatillo seeds. My Mexican partner moved here recently and tomatillos are almost impossible to find, so I grew a bunch for her. Surprisingly they grow here. They are used a lot of Mexican cooking. by shortymcsteve (Tue 12th Sep 2023 9:35pm)

They were kind of a pain to start. Had a 75% failure rate, but I have 8 plants that have so far produced about 130 tomatillos. I think the good weather a few months ago really helped, although they seem quite hardy. by shortymcsteve (Tue 12th Sep 2023 11:30pm)

Oh really? I wonder where they get them from. Do you have any idea how much they cost? I did see them in Lupe Pintos once. They wanted £1.20 for 100g and had like 10, which is barley enough to make anything. Someone on Reddit said LP get them from someone growing in a greenhouse. We ended up buying canned ones at first, but they aren’t the same. by shortymcsteve (Wed 13th Sep 2023 9:27am)

Thanks. I’ll pop in next time I walk buy and ask. It’s good to know somewhere else sells them if I run out. by shortymcsteve (Wed 13th Sep 2023 9:39am)

Surveying the train lines by shortymcsteve (Fri 15th Sep 2023 11:48am)

Depends where you live, but Home Bargains can have some good stuff. Also Morrisons have a decent kitchen section, found some good deals there in the past. by shortymcsteve (Tue 19th Sep 2023 10:44am)

Get yourself a rice cooker. Probably the best kitchen related purchase I made and I was already decent at making rice. It’s an easy way to supplement meals no matter how good/bad your are in the kitchen. Just make sure to wash your rice. by shortymcsteve (Tue 19th Sep 2023 5:42pm)

Police Scotland [did](https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23342304.no-crimes-identified-glasgow-chinese-secret-police-station/) investigate it. The previous first minister even made [statements](https://www.thenational.scot/news/23082253.nicola-sturgeon-responds-reports-glasgows-loon-fung-front-chinese-police/) saying she was in talks with the police about it. by shortymcsteve (Fri 22nd Sep 2023 1:36pm)

Yikes. Okay, first thing is that you should realise this is clearly over and you need to move on. Don’t waste your time trying to make it work (It’s clear he doesn’t want this). Second is that you need to both find somewhere else to live. If you have a mortgage in both your names, the option is to sell or rent it out. I’m guessing there’s no second bedroom, so that rules out one person staying and getting a roommate. My advice would be to think about selling, because you do not want such a financial commitment with an ex partner if it can be helped. If you do agree to keep the property, you should keep records of everything and considering notarising whatever the agreement is to protect your self from legal issues down the line. by shortymcsteve (Sun 24th Sep 2023 8:01pm)

Why do I get the feeling that Gavin Brewis wasn’t around during the height of ‘Ned Culture’? I don’t understand all these posts romanticising and revising the history. Ned’s were “victims of systematic violence”? Okay mate. These people were responsible for Glasgow being the murder capital of Europe. The police and Government did an amazing job by treating it as a public health issue. The difference today is incredible. by shortymcsteve (Fri 13th Oct 2023 1:09pm)

How does wearing a tracksuit get you chased by the police? Are you saying they decided to stop you, and you ran for no reason? I was definitely around then. My high school had to have a mobile police station installed in the playground for 6 months because one day it erupted into a full on riot using stolen tools from tech while I was standing in the middle. A few of the people involved later went to jail for murder for separate incidents. Listen, I understand stop and search laws might be problematic. But overall the police and government did do a good job. It’s nice not going about the day to day wondering if someone is going to try jump you for absolutely no reason. by shortymcsteve (Fri 13th Oct 2023 2:22pm)

Or it could be someone from North America who made the poster? There’s lots of international students. by shortymcsteve (Thu 26th Oct 2023 11:44am)

>Mr Williams, a 24-year-old PhD student, fell from his bike and hit the kerb after the crash. He had to be treated in hospital for a torn kidney. >He was cycling home on a two-lane cycle path when he was hit by an electric bike ridden by a food delivery courier travelling the wrong way. >"I had to move from Glasgow back to my parents home in Manchester because I couldn't lift anything and I couldn't walk anywhere." I'm surprised this doesn't happen more often. Every time I'm on Sauchiehall street one of these guys almost knocks someone over. by shortymcsteve (Sat 28th Oct 2023 3:57pm)

Got family from Dumfries and they all definitely say it down there. But I’m quite surprised people in Kilmarnock is say it. by shortymcsteve (Thu 2nd Nov 2023 12:53pm)

How did you miss out Dumfries and Galloway? Also, no one is saying Ken in Lanarkshire. Seems ye dinne ken what your talkin bout. by shortymcsteve (Fri 3rd Nov 2023 12:00am)

Folk in the East who say it at the end of sentences are basically saying “..ye know?”. Met a guy from Glenrothes once that said it after every single sentence. My dad’s side of the family are from Dumfries and they would say it like “dinne ken” or “Ken what a mean”, or reply to you saying “ah, a ken”. Never really heard them use it like the end of sentence way. by shortymcsteve (Fri 3rd Nov 2023 12:23am)

There’s tons going off around me, and down the street there was an official display going on for a good hour. by shortymcsteve (Sat 4th Nov 2023 9:25pm)

This happened 10 years ago now, but I was crossing Sauchiehall st where it intersects with Renfield St and some cyclists going the wrong way (down a one way street) ran me over. Didn’t even see him coming, so I went flying and smashed my head off the road. The scary part was that the light had just change and there was a Range Rover flying down the street. Thought I was about to get squashed, so I hurried up and got to the pavement. The guy asked if I was okay, but before I could answer just cycled on. Felt like shit after that - looking back I’m certain had a concussion. Still remember exactly what the guy looks like and had seen him a few times before flying around the place. Unfortunately it’s not really a new problem. If anything, it feels worse. by shortymcsteve (Tue 7th Nov 2023 2:53pm)

Had a mate that got called Gengis. Never found out why. by shortymcsteve (Tue 14th Nov 2023 10:58pm)

I don't know much about Paul Sweeney, but I'm glad someone in the government is making a racket about it. Pretty crazy they can just remove lamp posts that are designated as listed. by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 1:24am)

Sorry, I guess government was the wrong word. I’m just happy to see any Glasgow MSP care enough to try and save some of our history. by shortymcsteve (Wed 22nd Nov 2023 3:13am)

The railcard is on sale right now for Black Friday. You can get it for £15 instead of £30 for Black Friday. I think there’s a few companies doing this deal. I did it through trip.com but I don’t recommend that one. I didn’t realise you have to use their app which is a total pain. by shortymcsteve (Sun 26th Nov 2023 10:42am)

Usually you just use the railcard app to show it, or you can get a physical card. But for some reason it seems if you buy your railcard via trip.com you need to download their app to access your railcard. It’s very bloated if you are just trying to use it for that purpose. Also, you have to book one rail journey on their app to activate it! (have read mixed things about this online, but that’s what it did to me). I don’t think it can be loaded up on the railcard up. Total pain, especially if you have one where you share it with someone. I’m probably just going to have a screen shot ready since the inspectors just always glance at it. by shortymcsteve (Sun 26th Nov 2023 11:43am)

[This](https://uk.trip.com/trains/activity/2023/black-friday?currency=GBP&locale=en-gb&allianceid=1052761&sid=13678323&ppcid=ckid-1143170138_adid-590825529250_akid-kwd-1647679401777_adgid-138954452590&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=16744522971&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADFRrXAglMcUCghSRSB1FfU-J8aij&gclid=CjwKCAiA9ourBhAVEiwA3L5RFijiXhcXCpppVXv_xXALnfWEZtrz1OMPlRW21mAxgFJzzBWzDG2qJBoCeG0QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) is the website I used. There was another website doing 50% off but I can’t find it right now. Trainline have 30% off if you use the code ‘ilovetrains’. If they let you use the official app it might be worth the extra money. by shortymcsteve (Sun 26th Nov 2023 1:29pm)

OP is talking about the HMV that was at the top of Buchanan Street by shortymcsteve (Thu 7th Dec 2023 1:32am)

If you want to live in a house you need to look outside the city centre. My recommendation would be to look at towns and areas along the train lines that go to Anderston or Charring Cross train stations. Glasgow Central is also within walking distance (10-15mins) and gives you far more options. by shortymcsteve (Fri 8th Dec 2023 1:36am)

[Here](https://www.scotrail.co.uk/media/3642/download?inline) is a map of the train lines to help you understand things a little better. Glasgow Central and Queen Street station are the two major train stations, and both have low level platforms where the track continues and does not terminate at the station. You can see on the map if you look at Anderson that the train line goes on for quite a while in both directions. For example, you can ride the train all the way from Milngavie (North) to Larkhall (South East). Between these two stops are many towns and this line generally has a train every 15 minutes (depending on the route). by shortymcsteve (Fri 8th Dec 2023 2:39am)

What’s this got to do with Glasgow? by shortymcsteve (Tue 12th Dec 2023 12:45pm)