The Pakistani strikes hit the capital Kabul and the city of Kandahar, where Taliban leaders are based. Now it is open war between us and you (Afghanistan)," Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said on Friday. Pakistani air strikes hit 22 Afghan military targets, killing 274 Taliban officials and militants, military spokesperson Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry told reporters. Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said the strikes were carried out by Pakistani Taliban militants and all the drones brought down with "no damage to life". Kabul and the United Nations said the strikes killed 13 civilians and the Taliban warned there would be a strong response.

Visitors welcome. Carrigtwohill Flower & Garden Club are delighted to host Margaret Naughton of ‘The Best Dahlia Garden in Ireland’ on Tuesday, March 3, in Carrigtwohill Community Centre at 8pm. Tralee Flower and Garden Club will hold an event on March 10, at 7.30pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. Macroom Flower & Garden Club will host a gardening talk at Coolcower House, P12E135, on Thursday, March 12, at 8.00pm. It includes a garden talk with Siobhan O’Mahony.

Champions League supercomputer in no doubt over Arsenal chances after dream drawThe draw for the Champions League last 16 took place on Friday and now each team can map out their road to the final in Budapest, with all five Premier League clubs still in the competitionView 2 Images Mikel Arteta's side are dreaming of Champions League glory (Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)Arsenal have been installed as the favourites to win the Champions League after Friday's draw treated them kindly. Thanks to finishing first in the Champions League table, Arsenal will have home advantage in each second leg. Arsenal have been given a huge 27 per cent chance of winning the Champions League for the first time in their history. Arsenal's Premier League title rivals, City, are in fourth with a 10 per cent chance after drawing Real Madrid in the last 16. Ensure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google SearchView 2 Images Opta have calculated Arsenal as the favourites (Image: Opta)Reacting to Friday's draw, Arsenal boss Arteta said: "We are really excited.

A 31-year-old Ukrainian man has been sentenced to six months in prison arising out of the careless driving of a van that led to the death of an unborn baby. The court heard that Ms Aylward, who was 31 weeks pregnant at the time, had to have an emergency C-Section after being brought by ambulance to Wexford General Hospital. However, he set a headline sentence of nine months and sentenced Dudek to six months in prison. 'Jax's Law': Ms Aylward calls for legal changeSaoirse Aylward has now launched a campaign for legislative reform to address what she has described as a 'gap' in the law. Yurii Dudek, with an address in Chernivtsi, Ukraine, was sentenced to six months in prison at Wexford Circuit Criminal Court.

The coordinated bot attacks on social media such as the racist abuse directed at Munster rugby player Edwin Edogbo will only worsen in years to come, a University College Cork professor has warned. Unfortunately, the occasion was marred by online racist abuse directed at the player on Irish Rugby social media channels. It is deeply concerning.”Mr McCarthy said online racist abuse of Irish sports stars such as Edogbo has the potential to get worse going forward. “We are aware of some targeted abuse online in recent days and continue to work with Signify and the relevant authorities to report it. “It is clear that racist abuse has no place in Irish society and the IRFU has a zero-tolerance policy towards racism of any form.”

Mary has dropped out of the top 100 names for girls for the first time since 1975Lily Allen: Lily has topped the list of baby girls' names in Ireland. Photo: GettyThe Central Statistics Office (CSO) has revealed the top five names given to newborn babies in Ireland during 2025. The state data agency published the annual breakdown of boys’ and girls’ names and last year showed that Jack and Sophie were the most popular names given to boys and girls respectively in 2024. New entrants into the top 100 boys’ names include Levi, Dáire, Naoise, Conall, Elijah and Teidí. Lily Allen: Lily has topped the list of baby girls' names in Ireland.

The exterior of 17 Kenmare Parade, Phibsborough, Dublin 7Number 17 Kenmare Parade is an exception, however. “I got a terrible shock.”Katy Falkingham in the sitting room at 17 Kenmare Parade, Phibsborough, Dublin 7. The kitchen and dining area of 17 Kenmare Parade, Phibsborough, Dublin 7Her bedroom in the south-facing room at the front also serves as a study. The bathroom of 17 Kenmare Parade, Phibsborough, Dublin 7A lot of work was carried out on the north-facing back garden. The garden of 17 Kenmare Parade, Phibsborough, Dublin 7The house is also a two-minute walk away from the Blessington Basin and Royal Canal Park.

Distressing details have emerged of the accident that left Italian golfer Andrea Pavan seriously injured after he fell down a lift shaft during a 'freak' incident. The two-time DP World Tour winner, 36, is understood to have fallen two or three floors down the shaft after doors opened without the lift car itself appearing. The incident happened in his private accommodation ahead of the South African Open, which he has had to withdraw from. It is understood that he moved forwards into the shaft without realising the car wasn't there. 'I would like to say a big thank you for all the kind words and wishes I have received over the last 48 hours,' Pavan said in a statement released by the DP World Tour.

High rent, huge demand, poor supply, flaky landlords – young Irish emigrants discover housing crisis isn’t just at homeWith thousands leaving the country for pastures new in the US, UK, Canada and Australia, many are finding that the grass is not always greener...Ryan Murphy from Dublin is living in the NetherlandsAmy Donohoe Today at 06:30Everyone reading this likely knows somebody in their 20s who moved abroad in the hope of a better life. Whether they hopped across the pond to the UK or heading down under to Australia, many young people do not see a viable future in Ireland.

Video: Harry Styles fans go wild as Fred Again... previews 'beautiful' unreleased ballad from singer's forthcoming album at London showThe moment Fred Again.. previews unreleased Harry Styles music. Harry Styles fans were given an early opportunity to Kiss All The Time. Disco Occasionally on Thursday after DJ Fred Again... previewed an unreleased song from the enigmatic singer at his latest show.

‌Wan-Bissaka, 28, joined United for a fee climbing to £50million in 2019 after an eye-catching emergence at Crystal Palace. Wan-Bissaka appreciated his methods and has urged United to appoint him permanently following five victories from his six matches since returning to the touchline. Click here to activate or add us as Preferred Source in your Google search settings"He's someone you can trust," Wan-Bissaka told the Daily Mail. ‌Luis Enrique agreement reached as Man Utd told Michael Carrick dismissal would be 'criminal' READ MORE :"He was quite straightforward in what he expected from you. The right-back regularly made the journey back to London following United training and has opened up about feeling cut off from those around him.

Food worth queuing for? How social media is creating a feeding frenzy for cool coffee shops and hipster pizza jointsFrom Bambino and the newly opened Volumes in Dublin to Hugo’s Bakery in Clare, trendy food spots are having a moment in Ireland. John Meagher talks to some of the owners – and online influencers – about driving a modern eaterieAttention to details speaks Volume(s) for viral new restaurantJohn Meagher Today at 06:30The line of people snakes down Stephen Street Lower in Dublin’s south inner city. They are queueing for pizza slices at Bambino, a common sight since the trendy NYC-style pizza joint opened its doors in 2022.

Ms Justice Lankford said at the sentencing hearing on Friday: “The injured party was aged 19 at the time. “I hope you realise how serious this crime is and how much it can really destroy someone's life. I hope you never forgive yourself or forget how much your actions have affected someone. He told her to shut up or he would kill her and her mum and her dad. Defence senior counsel Jane Hyland said the accused had a significant amount of alcohol that night and that morning.

The number of homeless people in the State has topped 17,000, a new record high, according to the latest figures from the Department of Housing. There were 2,555 families in emergency accommodation in January, an increase of 77 on December, or 3.1 per cent. This time last year, there were 15,286 people in emergency accommodation, including 4,603 children in 2,164 families. The total number of homeless children now stands at 5,319, a 2.5 per cent monthly increase and a 15.6 per cent yearly increase from January 2025. “Sadly, another social injustice milestone has been reached with record homeless figures,” its chief executive Catherine Kenny said.

The Golden Bachelor's Jan Herdman has become one of the breakout stars of the series thanks to her remarkably youthful appearance at 66. 'I drink two to three litres of filtered water every day,' she told Daily Mail. 'I drink two to three litres of filtered water every day,' she told Daily Mail. Jan went on to detail the extensive cosmetic work she undergoes under the care of a specialist'They both have amazing results. Jan is passionate about fitness, self-care and living with intention, and says her skin routine is simply an extension of that lifestyle.