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In This Weeks Issue

Golden rules - Just what does it take to make an Olympian? Scots cycling hero Chris Hoy reveals the sweat and toil behind that golden joy

First off the blocks - From diving to boxing, meet the inspirational youngsters set to carry Scotland's torch for future sport success
Street footie man - We take to Glasgow's schemes to find out how the beautiful game is helping turn gang members' lives around
Fergie rallying cry - Sir Alex Ferguson has coached a few winners in his time, and he rounds off our Sport Special with tips for aspiring stars
And all your usual news, reviews and what's on and more
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In Next Weeks Issue


• It's our birthday! We celebrate 15 years of The Big Issue in Scotland with musical chameleon Damon Albarn
• Funnyman Eddie Izzard 
• in a bumper 64-page edition... and we've got a great new design too     On sale September 4

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Vendor of the week

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There's no passion in hip hop anymore

Gordon Fraser, 32, sell the mag at Edinburgh Book Festival, Charlotte Square

Campaign of the Week

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Blooming marvellous!

Making Scotland's communities beautiful

Entertainment

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King of New York Sir Ben Kingsley

The big ask

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Are you comfortable talking to your kids about drugs?