David Morrissey 'loved' filming new ITV thriller Gone in 'vibrant' and 'beautiful' cityDavid Morrissey stars as headmaster Michael Polly in ITV's new six-part thriller Gone about a missing woman, filmed in Bristol with Eve MylesView 3 Images The new ITV six-part thriller revolves around a private school headmaster and a no-nonsense family liaison officer (Image: ITV)David Morrissey heads the cast in ITV's gripping new thriller Gone. ‌The new ITV six-part thriller focuses on a private school headmaster and a straight-talking family liaison officer. ‌Yet, there's considerably more to this intricate case than first appears, with the husband in question, who serves as a school headmaster, seemingly more preoccupied with the conduct of the school's star rugby player. David Morrissey assumes the role of private school headmaster Michael Polly, whose wife Sarah has vanished, reports Bristol Live. View 3 Images New ITV thriller, Gone, starts on Sunday evening with a star-studded line-up (Image: ITV)"We had to film in the school during the Easter holidays, and pupils from the school helped us, which was really great.

March 08, 2026 19:55 UTC

New UK dog rules 'could see 67 breeds banned' campaigners say - full listA Parliamentary group is working on a 10-point checklist to determine if dogs are allowedView 4 Images Corgis will face tough rules to make sure they are healthyCampaigners say 67 breeds of dogs could be banned in the UK if new rules come into force. ‌The rules could see a ban on characteristics such as short noses, flat faces and shortened legs, reports The Times. ‌Critics of the rules say they would mean a ban on corgis, dachshunds, Westies, chihuahuas and shih tzus. The rules on short legs have been included because breeds like corgis and dachshunds can experience spine and leg deformities. Indeed, many breeds cited as at risk — including corgis and dachshunds — have already passed the assessment in practice."

March 08, 2026 19:43 UTC

Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer today held crisis talks over the US-UK 'special relationship' amid a rift unseen in decades sparked by the war with Iran. In an astonishing outburst late on Saturday, Trump hit out at Sir Keir for agreeing defensive assistance only as Washington attacks Tehran alongside Israel. Trump last night told Sir Keir he does not need the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers in a new blow to the so-called 'special relationship'. Sir Tony rebuked Sir Keir for his lack of support for Trump's war on Iran, telling an event on Friday: 'We should have backed America from the very beginning.' Sir Keir justified his initial refusal to back Trump on the grounds that he did not believe in 'regime change from the skies'.

March 08, 2026 19:32 UTC

Protest action could see supermarket prices riseIreland could soon be plunged into a cost-of-living crisis as severe as that seen after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, experts have warned. Hauliers are now preparing for possible protests across the country in the coming days, as fuel prices continue to soar due to the war in the Middle East.

March 08, 2026 19:31 UTC

Declan Rice reveals what sets Arsenal apart from Premier League title rivalsArsenal are currently the favourites to claim this year’s Premier League title under Mikel Arteta which would see them finally secure the trophy after years of near-missesView 2 Images Declan Rice has shared his verdict on Arsenal's title chances (Image: Getty Images)Declan Rice claims that Arsenal’s lack of long-term injuries has seen them move ahead of their rivals in the race for the Premier League title. ‌Arsenal sit seven points clear of nearest rivals Manchester City with eight games to be played. ‌Midfielder Rice has suggested that Arsenal’s lack of injuries has seen them put themselves in control. So everything’s been really good from start to start to now. Arsenal turn their attention to the Champions League on Wednesday night with a clash with German side Bayer Leverkusen.

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Amy Hart has announced the early arrival of her and husband Sam Rason's second child, a baby boy. The former Love Island star, 33, took to Instagram on Sunday with the news, alongside a sweet snap of the newborn meeting 'besotted' older brother Stanley, two. Fortunately, our day walking around the farm may have brought him early, as at 8lbs 6, not sure three more weeks were needed. Sam, Amy, Stanley and……NoNameYet xxx'. 'And I think this time, I look at Stanley now and he's healthy, perfectly proportioned, sociable, chatty, funny, and just loves life.

March 08, 2026 19:15 UTC

Two drivers killed in four-vehicle crash on A370 road in SomersetTwo drivers were killed in a four-vehicle crash near Long Ashton in Somerset on Saturday evening, Avon and Somerset PoliceView Image The crash took place on the A370 Long Ashton bypass (Image: PAUL GILLIS / Reach Plc)Two drivers have died in a crash involving four vehicles. ‌‌The fatal crash took place at Yanley on the A370 Long Ashton bypass in Somerset at around 7.30pm on Saturday. ‌Part of the main A370 road linking Bristol to Weston-super-Mare was closed overnight and remained closed on Sunday morning while Avon and Somerset Police carried out an investigation, Somerset Live reports. The road was closed between the roundabout junction with Colliters Way, the A4174 South Bristol Link Road, on the edge of Bristol, and the B3130 turn-off for Nailsea at Flax Bourton. "Despite the efforts of emergency personnel on the scene, the drivers of both cars sadly died," the spokesperson said.

March 08, 2026 19:10 UTC

According to Zillow's February report, there is hope for the United States housing market after all. Indeed, a significant spike in housing activity suggests the market is regaining confidence and perking up as Spring approaches. The February uptick in sales suggests that January’s weaker numbers were likely affected by severe winter weather. Together, these developments offer an early sign that the housing market may be beginning to recover after hovering near its low point since 2023. Dallas was flat, as were Miami and Orlando - two Florida cities that saw similar pandemic pipelines in their housing markets.

March 08, 2026 19:09 UTC

‘It’s not feasible for your children to go to different primary schools’ – Families in new Dublin homes shocked at infrastructure issuesExtra 1,000 houses in Portmarnock will add to the stress of securing childcare spots and put a further strain on GP and sports club services in the areaFamilies in new Dublin homes shocked at lack of infrastructure and junior infant placesDeirdre Barry Today at 06:30Families who have moved to new homes now worth up to €800,000 in Portmarnock, Co Dublin, say that they are blindsided by the lack of basic facilities and infrastructure in the area.

March 08, 2026 19:07 UTC

Author Mark Haddon, known for his international bestseller The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time‘It’s not the reason I do it. Haddon has always been open about his struggles with depression and anxiety, but clearly this is going to be no conventional memoir. Photograph of Mark Haddon's mother Maureen. ‘I think Mum and Dad embraced the idea of me as a freakishly clever child because it lessened their need to understand me,’ writes Haddon. Both wife and child were fine, and soon after the accident Haddon wins the Whitbread Book of the Year prize for Curious Incident.

March 08, 2026 19:04 UTC

The heartbroken mother of a 12-year-old child who died by suicide has launched a High Court case against the HSE and St John of God community services. Jannah Shahzad Browne from Tallaght, south Dublin, was found dead in the bedroom of her home by her mother on April 3, 2025. “But we needed help for her mental health. My child needed help, a help which was denied by every aspect of the system,” Ms Browne said. “I hoped and prayed something would change after Jannah’s death, but unfortunately the assessment (waiting list) is even longer.”Thousands wait for mental health support and diagnosis“Today, sadly, hundreds if not thousands still wait for mental health support and diagnosis.

March 08, 2026 19:03 UTC

China’s foreign minister has called for an immediate ceasefire in the Iran war to prevent further escalation and warned against any attempt at regime change. Although Iran and China enjoy a strategic partnership, Wang Yi struck a neutral tone as he called on all sides to return to the negotiating table. The history of the Middle East tells the world time and again that force provides no solution, and armed conflict will only increase hatred and breed new crises,” he said. [ Middle East live updates: Latest chartered flight to Ireland arrives from Oman; Israel and Iran trade attacksOpens in new window ]“The people in the Middle East are the true master of the region. He indicated that, despite their differences over the Iran war, Beijing wants US president Donald Trump’s visit to China to go ahead at the end of this month.

March 08, 2026 19:00 UTC

If the walls could talk in this cluster of coastguard cottages in Dún Laoghaire, imagine the tales they could tell. The first six cottages were completed in 1859, while two more cottages were added in 1864. Three of the cottages have since been occupied long term but now, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has breathed new life into four others in order to provide social housing. The years of underuse had begun to show on the protected buildings when restoration work began in 2022. [ Why Dún Laoghaire should have a full naval baseOpens in new window ]The original cottages had no floors, just earth under the quarry tiles.

March 08, 2026 18:32 UTC

The latest series of one of Netflix's hit spy thriller has rocketed up the charts thanks to its perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score, with fans hailing it the 'best yet'. There was little surprise then that after the second series saw millions of viewers tune in within hours, that the show is back with ten more episodes. Early reviews of the show have seen it score 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, with an 85% audience score - a big jump up from 39% for its second series. Taking to the reviews section of the site, one viewer penned, according to Metro: 'Best season yet. Critics gave its second season an 82 percent Tomatometer rating on Rotten Tomatoes to modest critical acclaim.

March 08, 2026 18:27 UTC

Many commenters poked fun at the poster's age and noted that older models of nail clippers already came with a little chain. Nail clippers have gone through multiple iterations. According to the Atlas Obscura blog, the first patent for a modern nail clipper appeared in 1875. Nail clippers initially started popping up in China. The first patent for nail clippers appeared in 1875Metal nail clippers seemed to have been first used in China around the 10th century.

March 08, 2026 18:26 UTC