Thousands of Welsh rugby fans told not to use Cardiff Central on matchday in major changeAn announcement has been made in advance of Wales' final Six Nations home game against ItalyView Image Thousands of Wales fans will be directed to another station after the Italy match (Image: Aled Llywelyn/Huw Evans Agency)Thousands of Welsh rugby fans face a change to their travel plans after Wales' Six Nations clash with Italy in Cardiff later this month. ‌While fans heading home on Cardiff, Valleys and Vale services will be used to taking the train from Cardiff Central after a match, they will be directed to Cardiff Queen Street station - which is around a 15-minute walk away from the stadium - after the Italy match. ‌JOIN OUR WALES RUGBY FACEBOOK PAGE Latest news, analysis and much moreThe move comes as the rear of Cardiff Central station is prepared for redevelopment work, as part of the station enhancements project and the Cardiff Crossrail programme. "We’re preparing for the £140 million redevelopment of Cardiff Central station and looking at the best ways to get people home on event days," said Georgina Porter, Customer Delivery and Events Planning Manager for Transport for Wales. ‌“Keeping Cardiff Queen Street open for Valleys and Vale services allows us to ease pressure on Cardiff Central station, distribute passenger flow more effectively and get people home sooner.

March 05, 2026 10:12 UTC

According to the study, this younger Gen Z cohort are more likely to engage with faith through reading, attending classes or ­courses or on the internet through YouTube or influencers than millennials. The research findings regarding Gen Z and millennials echo those of the Bible Society’s report “The Quiet Revival” in England and Wales. In terms of mass attendance, the report notes that Ireland’s Catholics are among Europe’s more practising, with 31pc saying they attend at least once a week. While women generally are more religious than men, in Ireland, women and men are similarly religious. This may be due to the perception that the Catholic Church has treated women in ­Ireland poorly, leaving many feeling alienated.

March 05, 2026 10:03 UTC

Peter Cross has ended his term as a director of Dublin Airport operator DAA. Photograph: Alan Currie/Getty ImagesState airports company DAA has been left with a further vacancy on its board after the term of businessman Peter Cross ended this week. The Department of Transport confirmed that corporate financier and company director Cross had served a full five-year term on the DAA board, which ended on March 3rd. Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has written to Cross to acknowledge his contribution to the board over the period of his tenure, added a spokeswoman. His departure brings to five the number of vacancies on the board at a time when the company faces several challenges.

March 05, 2026 10:03 UTC

Chefs and food writers share their Lidl and Aldi favourites – from bargain wines to affordable steaksWhat do food experts put into their trolleys when they shop in German discount supermarkets? Lidl and Aldi have lots of delicious bargains. Photo: GettyMeadhbh McGrath Today at 06:30Lidl and Aldi are well known for their low prices, making them a reliable stop for those of us seeking to keep our shopping bills down.

March 05, 2026 10:02 UTC

I’m in the UK – in Bognor Regis, ignominiously dubbed the ­country’s worst seaside town by consumer group Which? It seems especially puzzling at the ­Navigator Hotel. Everywhere is freshly painted with nice nautical touches and light flooding in from uninterrupted Channel views. named Bognor the UK’s worst seaside town last year (just months after she’d bought the hotel)? As for what’s next for the ­Navigator Hotel, Kathleen’s not slowing down any time soon.

March 05, 2026 10:01 UTC





Fire crews tackle midnight house fire in Lincolnshire townLincolnshire fire service received the call just after midnightView 2 Images Fire crews were called overnight to tackle a house fire in Caistor (Image: Google )Fire crews rushed to bring a house fire under control just after midnight. ‌Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that crews from Caistor and Market Rasen were given the call out at 12.30am on Thursday (March 5). ‌Lincolnshire Fire said crews used hose reel jets and specialist breathing apparatus to bring the fire under control. The news came shortly after fire crews spent hours tackling a house fire in Anfield Road, Long Sutton. Article continues belowIssuing an update on the Long Sutton incident, a Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: "Crews from Long Sutton Fire Station, Spalding Fire Station and Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue have attended a house fire on Anfield Road, Long Sutton this morning.

March 05, 2026 09:41 UTC

Hundreds of cases of ritual abuse against children are going unreported every year in the UK, experts have revealed. While so-called 'organised ritual abuse' is described as a 'rare but real phenomenon' in Britain, police are concerned that it is heavily underreported and rarely appears in official data. Dr Hanson said organised ritual abuse typically involves family members and starts when children are young. Gabrielle Shaw is CEO of the National Association for People Abuse in Childhood (NAPAC), which runs a helpline for victims of child abuse. Other forms of witchcraft abuse involve perpetrators who genuinely believe the believes they profess.

March 05, 2026 09:41 UTC

A furious Fabian Hurzeler launched a sensational attack on Arsenal and Mikel Arteta after Brighton's defeat by the Gunners on Wednesday. 'There was only one team who tried to play football today,' said Hurzeler. Fabian Hurzeler accused Arsenal of time-wasting in their 1-0 win at the Amex'Overall, I will never be that kind of manager who tries to win in that way. I love my players, we love our players and I love the way we compete.' Hurzeler had been in Webb's ear for much of the half before Arteta hit back.

March 05, 2026 09:26 UTC

Liverpool news: Savage Mohamed Salah verdict given as Wolves star sends FA Cup warningLiverpool's increasing morale was dashed away after their shock loss to WolvesView 3 Images Mohamed Salah looks like a shadow of himself (Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)Liverpool's season hit a new low after their stunning 2-1 defeat to rock bottom Wolves left them subject to mass criticism. History can repeat itself on Friday as the Reds once again make the journey to Wolves in the fifth round of the FA Cup. ‌Several of Slot's stars came in for criticism including Mohamed Salah who received a particularly damning verdict from a former Reds hero. Mirror Football also takes a look at a warning from a Wolves star ahead of their second clash in a week. Reds legend Steve Nicol admitted Salah played a part in the "horrible" decision-making Liverpool's attacking players made during the game.

March 05, 2026 09:22 UTC

Qatar Airways offering limited 'relief flights' amid Iran conflict as operations suspendedAirspaces across the Middle East have been closed and flights disrupted after joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran which killed the country's then-Supreme Leader over the weekendView 3 Images Qatar Airways said its flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace (file image) (Image: Getty)Major airline Qatar Airways said its flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace, but it will provide limited 'relief flights'. ‌Qatar Airways said in‌Content cannot be displayed without consentthat it will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe reopening of Qatari airspace by the relevant authorities. Qatar Airways said it will contact affected passengers directly with their assigned flight details, travel arrangements and next steps. Details can be updated at http://qatarairways.com or through the Qatar Airways mobile app. We apologise for the disruption caused by circumstances beyond our control due to the temporary airspace closure and thank you for your patience," the airline said.

March 05, 2026 09:14 UTC

Sea levels could be up to 4.9 feet (1.5 metres) higher than scientists previously thought, a new study has warned, putting millions more people at risk from rising oceans. By comparison, 11 inches of increase is greater than the total sea level rise that has occurred since the beginning of the 20th century. Scientists say that global sea levels could rise up to 3.2 feet (one metre) higher than scientists previously thought, putting millions more homes underwater. Previous research has underestimated how high sea levels already are in the UK by at least 11.8 inches (30 cm). This means sea level rise will lead to more damage than previously thought.

March 05, 2026 09:09 UTC

Sir, - Considering the large number of dogs out for walks with their owners, I would be astonished if most law abiding citizens would be “enraged” by the possibility dogs and cats might be allowed on public transport, as stated in Jim Franey’s letter, (March 3rd). Having shared my whole life with dogs, I resent the implication such ownership implies safety, chaos and allergy issues. On the continent where pets are regularly allowed on public transport, I have yet to witness such problems. I am not allergic to animals, neither do I know anybody who is, but I have a growing allergy to the increasing antisocial behaviour, damaged to property, chaos and, in some cases, violence on public transport as witnessed on various occasions - which is be a far more serious threat to safety than any cat or dog. - Yours, etc,ELISABETH WOGAN,Portmarnock,Dublin 13.

March 05, 2026 09:03 UTC

Lindsay Lohan is safe in Dubai as Iranian missile strikes are fired into the Middle Eastern country amid growing war tensions. An insider told the Daily Mail that Lohan's loved ones 'of course' are 'concerned.' Lohan's family could not be reached for comment. Dubai provided Lohan with tranquility and privacy, as paparazzi-style photography is generally illegal there and in the wider United Arab Emirates. The Daily Mail has reached out to the actress's rep for comment.

March 05, 2026 08:58 UTC

Irish News‘This is my fourth flight I rebooked, I didn’t think I was going to get out’ – Relief as first Irish flight from Dubai since Middle East crisis touches down

March 05, 2026 08:57 UTC

Anger as Iran war means Octopus energy increases fee 'twice in a week' - 'shameful'The UK’s largest electricity supplier, serving over 7 million households made the call as prices soar - with one customer saying 'it should be illegal'View Image Octopus Energy has put up prices to leave fixed contracts as energy prices soar as the Iran war escalates (Image: Getty)The Iran war has made massively popular energy firm Octopus impose new fees - going up twice in one week - sparking fury from customers. Octopus Energy is the UK’s largest electricity supplier, serving over 7 million households and this week it has unveiled changes which users described as ‘shameful’ and which ‘should be illegal’. ‌The Iran war has sent oil and gas prices soaring - and the company said the change to introduce new ‘exit fees’ for people on fixed contracts. Martin Lewis has urged customers of energy firms including E.On, British Gas, OVO and Octopus to switch their tariffs 'right now'. Writing on X, Mr Lewis warned: "Important: If you can get off the Energy Price Cap right now, you should and urgently!"

March 05, 2026 08:54 UTC