Stephen O’Callaghan (55) died after getting into difficulty while helping other swimmers at Inch Beach in Co Cork. Photograph: Rip.ieA man “died a hero” after rushing to help save six people who were struggling in a sudden rip current at Inch Beach in Co Cork, Cork County Coroner’s Court has heard. O’Callaghan saved the life of a 10-year-old boy and his nephew, Eoghan O’Callaghan, managed to bring the boy’s eight-year-old brother to safety. The Irish Coast Guard, and then the emergency services, arrived and started a search for Stephen O’Callaghan soon afterwards. Paddy Enright, who operates a sauna at the beach, said Stephen O’Callaghan “died a hero” having “sacrificed his life to help others”.

The closures and job losses follow after they were not included in a £33 million rescue deal by US firm Tilray. It comes after the Scotland-based brewer, which makes craft beer such as Punk IPA and Elvis Juice, closed its pubs on Monday (March 2) as it finalised the sale process. BrewDog to close 38 bars, administrators confirmUS brewer and cannabis group Tilray Brands acquired BrewDog in a £33 million deal. Irwin D Simon, chairman and chief executive of Tilray Brands, said: “BrewDog is one of the most iconic, mission-driven craft beer brands in the UK. “It helped redefine modern craft beer through bold innovation, fearless creativity and an unwavering commitment to great beer.

It means that, as usual, everything is to play for over the final two weekends of league action. I wondered on Saturday if Cork were coming, but instead they suffered a damaging defeat in Derry. They sit on -7 points, whereas Meath are on 18 points and Derry an incredible 46 points. They now head for The Campus in Quinta da Lago in Portugal this week with a major cloud over their heads. On the positive side they will have time and space to process, discuss and try to fix it.

The Brazilian midfielder announced earlier this year that he would be departing the club upon the expiry of his contract. That has left the Red Devils with time to consider potential replacements for the former Real Madrid star, albeit it appears that Casemiro himself has had a big say. ‌According to Spanish outlet AS, Newcastle midfielder Guimaraes is right at the top of their potential shopping list. ‌Another Newcastle star in Sandro Tonali is also being considered, with United thought to be ahead of Juventus in the race for the Italian due to the Serie A side’s precarious financial situation. ‌View 2 Images Man United are interested in Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes (Image: Getty Images)FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE!

Motorists block the highway as they flee villages in southern Lebanon along the coastal road through the city of Sidon. Photograph: Mahmoud Zayyat/AFP/Getty ImagesThe US and Israeli war against Iran has expanded to Lebanon after the Iranian-backed Hizbullah militant group targeted Israel, which responded with strikes on Lebanon, killing at least 52 people and injuring more than 150. Photograph: Hassan Ammar/APThe Israel Defense Forces (IDF) responded with a wave of strikes throughout Lebanon, including in Beirut’s Dahiyeh quarter. Huge traffic jams were reported as residents fled southern Lebanon and Beirut’s Dahiyeh quarter. Ori Gordin, commander of the IDF northern command, said there were no plans to evacuate communities along Israel’s border with Lebanon.

The owner of a seaside north Dublin home has been directed to demolish the extension he built without planning permission within eight months. Judge John O’Connor also told Phillip Farrelly he would have a further six months to restore the land with topsoil and grass seed or other material acceptable to Fingal County Council. Fingal had looked for demolition of the unapproved development within four months, which the judge doubled with an added six months for restoration of the grounds. The judge had earlier made a declaration stating the structures surrounding Farrelly’s home were an unauthorised development that would require demolition and restoration. Farrelly, who had sought to agree a retention plan with the local authority, has appealed the judge’s ruling to the High Court.

Three days into the United States and Israel’s military campaign against Iran, the implications are becoming clearer, and they are deeply troubling. This time, Iranian drones and missiles have struck targets across the Persian Gulf, from Bahrain and Qatar to the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Most Iranians would welcome the end of a brutal, despotic and economically ruinous regime that has impoverished them for decades. Iran’s neighbours will be anxious at the prospect of collapse or civil war driving waves of refugees across their borders. Their public statements oscillate between urging the Iranian people to revolt and hinting at some accommodation with the current leadership.

With a name like that I assumed there had to be an Irish connection and so some research led me to the story of Lieut Michael P Murphy, a Navy Seal who was killed in Afghanistan in 2005. On graduating from high school Murphy was accepted into Penn State University where he studied psychology and political science. [ Ernie O’Malley’s century-old memoirs now read like a nature writer at warOpens in new window ]Having completed officer’s school, Murphy then set his sights on becoming a Navy Seal. A fierce gunfight ensued with the Seal team greatly outnumbered. Since his death, a Navy Seal museum named in his honour has been opened on Long Island and in 2011 the US Navy christened their ship, an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, after Murphy.

Sinners star Jayme Lawson has said that she thinks John Davidson was 'exploited' by BAFTA and has claimed that the BBC were 'careless' amid the ongoing Tourette's racism row surrounding the recent ceremony. Sinners star Jayme Lawson has said that she thinks John Davidson was 'exploited' by BAFTA and has claimed that the BBC were 'careless' amid the ongoing Tourette's racism row'I think the events this weekend exposed a couple things - Institutionally, we still don't understand what inclusion means. Delroy and Michael were referenced by actress Regina Hall when she presented the first award of the night. Meanwhile, film-maker Jonte Richardson revealed he is stepping down as a Bafta judge over the academy's handling of the incident. A spokesperson for the BBC issued an apology and said: 'Some viewers may have heard strong and offensive language during the BAFTA Film Awards.

Photograph: iStockA wind farm developer has been awarded 50 per cent of its legal costs incurred in a landmark Supreme Court challenge related to climate law obligations of planning authorities and public bodies. The ruling made it clear that climate obligations were “real, effective and, if necessary, enforceable” and created a “legal standard which must be complied with by a relevant body”. The court noted that while Coolglass succeeded in the “most important” aspect of the case, ACP prevailed in the majority of grounds of appeal advanced by the developer. In those circumstances, the court said it was appropriate to award Coolgass 50 per cent of its costs incurred in the appeal and previous High Court challenge against ACP. The court made no order for costs against the Attorney General, who was also a party to the case.

Rio Ferdinand admits he's scared as he describes 'missiles and big bombs' in DubaiManchester United icon Rio Ferdinand has spoken out with the former England star currently living in Dubai amid the ongoing conflict between Iran, Israel and the USAView 2 Images Rio Ferdinand has given an update (Image: Instagram)Rio Ferdinand has spoken out about life in a Dubai lockdown amid a series of missile strikes around his home. ‌But across the last couple of days, Dubai has been under attack from Iran, leaving Ferdinand in limbo and "frightened" about the future for his wife and three children. Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews shares love note as blasts rock Dubai amid Iran attacks READ MORE :"Been a different week for me, not going to lie," Ferdinand said on the latest episode of Rio Ferdinand Presents. A bit like in Covid, the whole family is doing things we wouldn't usually be doing together. It's frightening when you hear missiles, planes and fighter jets - I don't know what it is - going above us, and you're hearing big bombs, and what that is we don't know as we don't know the details of what they are.

Formula One chiefs have promised to make 'safety and wellbeing' a priority as the sport's rulers grapple with the fall-out from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This weekend's season-opening Australian Grand Prix is not under threat but concerns are mounting over whether next month's Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races will be able to go ahead. Airports in the Middle East have been closed after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, who have since retaliated. 'Safety and wellbeing will guide our decisions as we assess the forthcoming events scheduled there for the World Endurance Championship and the Formula One World Championship. Meanwhile, Australian Grand Prix chief executive officer Travis Auld has also played down any fear that the season-opening race could be postponed.

A secondary school teacher who admitted to having sex with a 16-year-old student has been struck off the register of teachers by the High Court. The judge said the “incredibly serious” sanction in the case was “well merited”, given the teacher’s professional misconduct was of the most serious kind. Teacher admitted having sex with student, 16However, the teacher admitted to having what he described as consensual sex with the student when she was 16 years old. Teacher not prosecutedThe teacher was not prosecuted over the admitted incident, as the student denied that such an incident occurred, counsel said. Arising from the admission to gardaí that he had sex with the student, the council ultimately concluded that the teacher was guilty of professional misconduct.

BrewDog has been sold to a US brewer and cannabis group as part of a £33 million deal to save the troubled craft beer brand. But, 38 bars which were not included in the deal are still set to close and will result in the loss of 484 jobs, administrators said. Irwin D Simon, chairman and chief executive of Tilray Brands, said: 'BrewDog is one of the most iconic, mission-driven craft beer brands in the UK. 'It helped redefine modern craft beer through bold innovation, fearless creativity and an unwavering commitment to great beer. 'BrewDog's future is bright, and we are committed to ensuring the brand continues to lead and inspire the global craft beer movement.'

Bundee Aki came back into the Irish squad this week with a view of claiming pitch time ahead of Ireland’s fourth game of this year’s Six Nations Championship against Wales on Friday in Aviva Stadium (KO: 8.10pm). As a result, the Irish centre was unavailable for Connacht’s URC match against Zebre in January, and the opening three fixtures of Ireland’s Six Nations campaign against France, Italy, and England. He trained quite well today, and it just adds to the group. “He [Aki] trained with the bibs today, so he was good with them. Yeah, so it’s excellent to have him back in,” said O’Connell.