Manchester United look primed for another transformational summer in 2026. five-step plan to get Manchester United quickly on the right tracks back to the top. Fans can find discounts on products from Premier League clubs including Man United, Man City, Liverpool, Everton, Arsenal, Spurs and more. Reduce the wage bill and recoup some fundsThis will take some work, but it’s a job Manchester United simply have to get right. Add depthWith our plan seeing a number of - underperforming - squad players leave, United will need to replenish their depth with quality players.

April 06, 2026 09:08 UTC

The Santry River in north Dublin tells a timely story of what happens when man-made design bumps up against natural limits. The small river is one of Dublin’s dirtiest. City rivers run underneath and around us, earning little attention until the once-in-a-century rainstorms arrive. “I’ve always had a thing for the small guy, and the Santry is a small river.” It was both a problem and an opportunity. “It’s not just the Santry,” Stack says.

April 06, 2026 08:02 UTC

One year ago Irish Times journalists visited 20 derelict properties in Dublin. It had been in the possession of Dublin City Council since 1949 when it bought it for a road widening scheme that never happened. In January this year, Dublin City Council issued a number of conditions to the developer relating to the conservation of the building. Last year Dublin City Council told The Irish Times it had acquired the adjacent properties and was endeavouring to acquire 18 Russell Street. A year ago, Dublin City Council was engaging with the owner to try to acquire the property.

April 06, 2026 08:02 UTC

Richie Murphy has admitted that Ulster will have to up their game for Friday’s home European Challenge Cup quarter-final with La Rochelle. “The whole idea of being in the last 16 is to get the last eight,” said Murphy. “So we're in the last eight, but we've got work to do and we've got a week's prep now to lead into La Rochelle. “We were just a little bit too loose, discipline-wise a couple of rash decisions caused us problems and with the ball in hand, things that were sticking well early on in the season at the moment are just a little bit tricky, but we'll get back to where we want to be. The 19-year-old fly-half dusted himself down to kick a penalty and pull La Rochelle level at 18-all just after the hour.

April 06, 2026 07:35 UTC

Man Utd news: Bruno Fernandes names replacement as Marcus Rashford boosts transfer chancesBruno Fernandes may have a hand in deciding who replaces him at Manchester United, while Marcus Rashford could benefit from a very fruitful week in BarcelonaView 2 Images Bruno Fernandes has reportedly identified his own Manchester United replacement (Image: Marc Atkins/Getty Images)The winds of transfer change are blowing through the walls of Old Trafford despite the lack of on-field action at Manchester United. FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Latest United news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageFernandes 'names his own replacement'With captain Bruno Fernandes potentially heading for the exit this summer, there are still plenty of question marks over his successor. ‌Man Utd handed timely injury boost as Michael Carrick to welcome back star READ MORE :Bruno Fernandes names Premier League star who should replace him at Man Utd READ MORE :Such an influential figure would require substantial investment in terms of acquiring a replacement. Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

April 06, 2026 07:12 UTC





After an Iranian strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant in March, considerable damage was caused to the manufacturer, impacting up to 14% of the world’s supply of helium. It led me to think about some of the more surprising ways the current conflict in Iran could affect your life in the months ahead. The higher cost of fuel has a knock-on effect on the cost of distribution, and in time, we can expect to pay higher prices at the till because of higher shipping costs. The combination of increased shipping costs and delays caused by conflict in Iran has started to impact fashion houses, with Zara textiles reportedly piling up in Bangladeshi warehouses. If you’re only shopping now, allow for higher costs.

April 06, 2026 06:54 UTC

Main PointsUS president Donald Trump, in a profane social media post on Sunday, threatened to escalate strikes on Iran unless it opens the Strait of Hormuz. People walk in front of a billboard depicting captured US aircraft in a net in Tehran, Iran. There was no immediate response ⁠from US and Iranian officials. Iranian officials ​have previously told Reuters that Tehran was seeking a permanent ceasefire with guarantees they will not be attacked again by the US and Israel. Iran threatens ‘much more devastating’ response if civilian targets hitIran’s central military command has warned of far more “devastating and widespread” retaliation if its adversaries hit Iranian civilian targets.

April 06, 2026 06:47 UTC

There are many examples of technologies in search of an answer to a question nobody asked. For example: why can’t my flat white fly? With drone delivery, that pesky element of life is removed. I know plenty of people may think drone delivery is cool, handy, and can’t wait for it to come to their estate or village. The sound of drones makes us think of a sound as a cue, but it’s not actually doing that.

April 06, 2026 06:37 UTC

Photograph: Getty ImagesCancelling the ones you don’t need will take seconds. If you are like most people then, you don’t need new things but you could make a few bob selling the stuff you have that you never wear. [ Sort your finances out over a few drinks with friends: The ‘admin party’ that saved €1,169Opens in new window ]16. Make your savings work harderIf you have money in a savings account – or money on deposit in your current account – investigate ways to make it work harder for you. So between now and the end of April, don’t look at any of them and definitely don’t follow any links.

April 06, 2026 06:33 UTC

A high-profile betting tipster from Drogheda has deleted all references to his promotion of a gambling service that claims to be regulated by a small African island and is not licensed in Ireland. He charges between €19 to €149 a month for his tipping services but customers can also pay €3,999 for a “platinum lifetime” membership. Among the articles Norris wrote about Heneghan were ones questioning his promotion of Gambana. Pro Sports Advice does not operate any betting platform, does not accept bets, and does not handle any client funds. “The Act empowers the GRAI to apply to the High Court for an order directing that a person advertising prohibited gambling activity ceases to do so.

April 06, 2026 06:32 UTC

To react with such force demonstrates that Fernandez’s comments had jabbed at the anxieties that haunt the BlueCo Chelsea model. Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique (right) has brought European success to the French club but is, apparently, not the kind of coach Chelsea would want. You feel BlueCo’s football model would work much better if it wasn’t for all the humans that unfortunately have to be involved. The director apparently added that a coach like Luis Enrique would not have been suitable for Chelsea. In this context, the Luis Enrique type of personality is going to cause problems.

April 06, 2026 06:32 UTC

Some 80 per cent of bank deposits are held by the wealthiest 20 per cent of the population. In other words, tax cuts for the rich paid for by the rest of the population. As a result, the deposit interest paid by Irish banks was consistently well below that available across the euro area. Irish households are hardly likely to have the know-how to invest in start-ups. There are better ways to achieve the presumed objective of this investment scheme without making rich households even richer.

April 06, 2026 06:31 UTC

Béibhinn Parsons: 'My first official payslip was for playing rugby and, at the time I couldn’t believe I was getting paid to train and play.' My first official payslip was for playing rugby and, at the time I couldn’t believe I was getting paid to train and play. I’ve never regretted spending money on experiences and travel. I think if something is good quality, the people providing the service or product deserve a fair price. My worst habit is buying overpriced coffee almost every day.

April 06, 2026 06:31 UTC

'There was this appalling moment where he actually punched the Master of the Royal Household. 'There's a very distinguished Admiral, Sir Tony Johnstone-Burt, Master of the Royal Household. This ends with Andrew actually hitting the Master of the Royal Household. Prince Andrew, I am told, wrote a very mealy mouthed, not quite apology. It's Prince Andrew just showing off.

April 06, 2026 06:11 UTC

Because at the heart of toxic overconfidence is, of course, a deep well of uncertainty and fear. It was inevitable he would overreach because toxic overconfidence kills judgment, destroys empathy and banishes appreciation of risk. True confidence is a self-fulfilling prophecy that builds on itself to create multiple mini success experiences that steadily build towards greater success. [ Where is Ireland’s manosphere?Opens in new window ]Why is there so much of this toxic overconfidence about now? The strut of toxic overconfidence becomes a cultural meme that works for a few, but damages many.

April 06, 2026 06:08 UTC