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February 26, 2026 20:02 UTC

However, the globetrotter insists that one overlooked city in Poland will always be his favourite. Having previously named Greece as his favourite overall destination, Gabriel said he believes the city would be even more impressive in warmer weather. During his winter visit, temperatures in the Baltic coastal city dropped to -1C, whereas summer temperatures typically reach a balmy 25C. Gdansk also hosts Europe's biggest Christmas market, The Craiova Christmas Market, every yearHe said: 'This grey overcast definitely doesn't result in the best conditions for filming and exploring. The Craiova Christmas Market is billed as the largest Christmas event in the continent by area, spanning over 280,000 square metres.

February 26, 2026 19:51 UTC

Chelsea given worrying Cole Palmer update as World Cup fears surfaceCole Palmer has struggled with fitness and form this season, as Chelsea navigate a campaign which for them started less than a month after winning the Club World CupView 2 Images Cole Palmer has been described as 'shattered' (Image: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Cole Palmer has been left ’shattered’ and Chelsea are suffering from severe burnout. Palmer played a full season in 2023-24, then went to the Euros in 2024 and did not get a proper break last summer as he played for Chelsea in the Club World Cup. ‌That has left Palmer in serious danger of missing this summer’s World Cup with England because he has not made Thomas Tuchel’s squad since last June. ‌Talking at the FT Live event, Molango said: “For us the concern is, of course, player welfare because for me when I look at someone like Cole Palmer. Cole Palmer could go if he goes to the World Cup three consecutive summers without a break.

February 26, 2026 19:42 UTC

WRU announce major new appointment in £160,000 role as Gatland's man returnsThe WRU have made a key appointment as a familiar face returns to Welsh rugbyView Image Rhys Long, right, with Warren Gatland (Image: Getty Images)One of English football’s leading analysts, Rhys Long, has been appointed as the Welsh Rugby Union's new technical director. ‌Long joins Welsh rugby from the role of Head of Performance Analysis and Technical Insights at the Football Association and brings over 20 years of experience at the highest level in sport. ‌His new job comes with a salary of up to £160,000 a year and he will report directly to elite performance director Dave Reddin. ‌“This is an important time to join Welsh rugby, we are in a period of transition but bold steps towards a successful future have already been taken,” he said. “As a passionate Welshman, Rhys is emotionally invested in the journey we are on and brings a unique combination of skills and experiences which I believe will significantly enhance our capability, capacity and connection across the Welsh rugby system."

February 26, 2026 19:41 UTC

There was renewed confusion on Thursday regarding whether or not the Defence Forces would have counter-drone technology before Ireland assumes the EU presidency in July when defence minister Helen McEntee confirmed it would not arrive until September. Two weeks ago, the Irish Examiner reported that the updated implementation plan for the Commission on Defence Forces stated that the counter-drone technology would not be in place until September. Ms McEntee said gardaí already have “significant” counter-drone technology. The navy ship had no counter-drone technology to disable the drones. Ms McEntee said that An Garda Síochána, Air Traffic Control and the Defence Forces “have been doing a review of essentially what happened”.

February 26, 2026 19:20 UTC





‌Premier League chief executive Richard Masters revealed they are starting the new project by launching a new direct-to-viewer streaming service with broadcaster StarHub in Singapore. That will act as a pilot for the Premier League + channel and it will show all 380 games live as well as magazine content starting next season. ‌There is currently a 3pm blackout in the UK but foreign deals would be exempt from rules showing games live on a Saturday. So from next season onwards, Premier League + – rather than Premflix – finally, it’s going to happen. But that could soon change with the Premier League looking to take charge of its own rights.

February 26, 2026 19:07 UTC

With their bellies full of bread, leaving little room for real food, they risk becoming undernourished in the midst of plenty. But adults and children love feeding ducks and swans. Bread feeding may be criticised but it’s a marvellous experience for children. During the 1980s and 90s, I purchased sack-loads of discarded bread from a local grocer and fed it to swans in Dublin and Wicklow. There was little evidence of serious adverse effects from bread feeding among the swans.

February 26, 2026 19:02 UTC

One of the nicest views is from the kitchen window at the back of the house, facing south, looking out over fields of green that stretch endlessly into the distance. Below the window is a large, wraparound flagstone patio that gets the best of the light all day. Sharon says the fields were kept in great shape by her farmer husband, with whom she built the house in 1992. Off the kitchen is a family room where double doors open to the patio. Across the hall is a downstairs double bedroom, Sharon’s art studio (possible fifth bedroom?

February 26, 2026 18:52 UTC

Discount supermarket Lidl has received the green light from the local council for a new €200m regional distribution centre outside Cork City. The new unit, located in Wallingstown, Little Island, will mark Lidl's fourth in the Republic of Ireland and the second to be located in Cork. Last year, the German company announced a fresh investment of €600m in developing 35 new stores, along with the Little Island distribution centre. Lidl currently services 190 stores in the Republic from its three regional distribution centres at Charleville in North Cork, Mullingar, and Newbridge. It currently operates 52 stores across Munster, including 22 in Cork, six in Limerick, four in Waterford, and eight in Kerry.

February 26, 2026 18:51 UTC

More of the same is predicted due to climate change and, experts advise, people need to do much more in their homes. A recent survey found that one-fifth of EU homes do not have any household measures to protect against extreme weather. But, in various studies, one of the most pressing issues identified is the lack of urgency in preparing for weather crises. Climate change is often perceived by people as a distant concern rather than an immediate crisis requiring coordinated action. Costs of dealing with climate change issues are currently estimated at up to €800 million per year and are projected to rise into the billions by 2050.

February 26, 2026 18:42 UTC

Death of former Irish Ambassador from AthloneFrank Sheridan, who grew up in Athlone and went on to have a highly successful career in international diplomacy, including serving for spells as Ireland's Ambassador to Mozambique and Brazil, has died. Mr Sheridan, whose wife Rita (nee Tighe) is also from the Athlone area, passed away peacefully in the care of the staff of the Beacon Hospital last Saturday, February 21. He had been living in Bray following his retirement from the Department of Foreign Affairs in 2014, after he had been serving as the Irish Ambassador to Brazil. He returned to Ireland in 1998, but was on the move again in 2005 when he took up his first post as an Irish Ambassador, in Mozambique. He spent five years there before moving continents, in 2010, to become the Irish Ambassador to Brazil, a role he held until retirement in 2014.

February 26, 2026 18:41 UTC

The man, who worked at the club between 2020 and 2025, was ordered to pay each victim £544 (€620). Although the defendant accepted the verdict, the public prosecutor is yet to decide whether she wants to apply for an appeal. Eleni Rittmann, 25, who played for the top-flight Austrian team at the time, posted an outraged statement on social media. During the trial, a statement from the victims was read out, saying: 'We are young women, partly still young girls. The club have also worked to increase the female presence within the support staff of the women's team.

February 26, 2026 18:39 UTC

‌Several Premier League players are eligible to sign pre-contract agreements with foreign clubs ahead of their contracts expiring this summer. Even so, fans will be well aware that Spurs have capitalised shrewdly on the free agent market in recent years. The experienced Croatian had long been a target for Premier League rivals Manchester United, with Jose Mourinho desperate to bring him to England during the summer of 2017. However, Inter rebuffed the Red Devils' approach, and it would take a further five years before the wide player finally made his way to the Premier League. Forster made 34 Spurs appearances in total and four in the Europa League last season.

February 26, 2026 18:38 UTC

Anidjar & Levine advises Daytona 500 spectators on legal rights after preventable speedway injuries and how to protect potential claims. Your safety matters, and preventable injuries at events like the Daytona 500 should never go unaddressed. While motorsports carry inherent risks, many injuries sustained at or around Daytona International Speedway stem from preventable hazards. Injured spectators should seek medical attention right away, even if symptoms appear minor, as adrenaline can mask serious conditions. Anidjar & Levine offers free consultations and works on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no attorney’s fees unless a recovery is obtained.

February 26, 2026 18:28 UTC

Beginning in February, SDA, in partnership with United Way, Harvey Neighborhood Network, and Helping Hands Tax Network, launched the VITA Program as a pilot workforce development initiative serving the City of Harvey. The program provides residents with paid training, marketable skills, and seasonal employment opportunities while delivering high-quality, trusted tax preparation services to the community. – Equipping participants with IRS-certified tax preparation skills that allow them to earn income during tax season—and potentially work independently in the future. Through this initiative, participants receive:– IRS-certified tax preparation training– Hands-on experience in tax intake, customer service, and tax preparation– Transferable skills that support long-term employment and career advancement– Employment opportunities and exposure to career pathways in tax preparation, finance, and administrative servicesThe program is open to community members, students, career changers, and retirees. ###About the Southland Development AuthorityThe Southland Development Authority, a not-for-profit economic development organization, is committed to driving equitable and sustainable economic growth in the South Suburbs of Chicago.

February 26, 2026 18:25 UTC