Ireland win 4x400 mixed final at European ChampionshipsMichael BoltonIt was gold for Ireland at the European Championships as the 4x400 mixed relay team won the final. Christopher O'Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr and Sharlene Mawdsley ran a time of 3:09.92. Adeleke then took over, before Barr gave it to Mawdsley with Ireland in second, as she guided Ireland to victory. Ireland came into the championships in form after the World Relays, where they finished in another national record of 3:11.53. Ireland broke the national record with a time of 3:09:92, O’Donnell running 46.09, Adeleke 49.53, Barr 44.90 and Mawdsley 49.40.

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Ireland’s leaders, including president Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Simon Harris led the way casting their votes on Friday morning. For a protracted period of time, Ireland has continued to fail to provide accommodation for all asylum seekers. So today is the people’s day, please come out and vote.”In south Dublin, Green Party leader Eamon Ryan said there is no “anti-government sentiment” among the Irish public. “We’ll see if that’s reflected in the count in the end.”Across the island, millions of residents are eligible to vote in local elections. Green Party leader Eamon Ryan reading his local-election manifesto (Brian Lawless/PA)These representatives are tasked with making policy decisions at local level including on planning and community development.

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Man City’s claim against Premier League rules to be heard over next two weeksBy Jamie Gardner, PA Chief Sports ReporterManchester City’s legal challenge against Premier League financial rules will be heard over the next two weeks, which could have hugely significant consequences for the English top flight. The Premier League champions are challenging the league’s associated party transaction (APT) rules in a hearing starting on Monday which is set to last until June 21st. A successful City challenge to the APT rules could have a big impact on the Premier League. There is also no provision in Section X of the Premier League’s rules, under which this arbitration process is taking place, stating that the outcome of such claims must be made public. Neither City nor the Premier League has made any comment on the matter.

Jennifer Aniston becomes emotional reflecting on 30-year anniversary of FriendsBy Ellie Iorizzo, PA Los Angeles CorrespondentJennifer Aniston shed a tear while reflecting on the legacy of Friends, three decades after it first premiered. “Oh, god, don’t make me cry,” she said, after an off-camera person told 34-year-old Brunson to ask Aniston about the sitcom. Brunson comforted Aniston, confirming they did not have to discuss it, while Aniston wiped away her tears with a tissue. Late actor Matthew Perry. Me and Matthew Perry were having lunch somewhere, and we knew Lisa was getting her hair coloured.

Funding for Moate cycle link planPlans for a walking and cycling link to connect the Old Rail Trail to Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park in Moate have been boosted. Funding of €113,400 has been allocated for a shared walking and cycling ‘Greenway’ link from the Old Rail Trail in Moate to Dún na Sí. It's one of a number of outdoor recreation projects across the country set to share €16.1 millionIn announcing the investment in outdoor projects, Minister Humphreys said: “Our beautiful outdoors have never been more available to us than today. With the summer months upon us, now is the time to enjoy the wonderful amenities right on our doorstep.”The funding is designed to allow the projects be delivered by July 2026

Taoiseach to chair meeting on Lough Funshinagh crisisTaoiseach Simon Harris has said he will chair a meeting this month in an effort to make progress on resolving the Lough Funshinagh flooding emergency. Speaking on Shannonside radio last week, Mr Harris said he would be actively involved in seeking to resolve the current impasse over flood relief works in the area. Mr Harris's statement that he would be taking a hands-on role in relation to the issue was welcomed by Matthew Beattie of the Lough Funshinagh Flood Crisis Action Group. The Tánaiste, Micheál Martin, also paid a recent visit to Lough Funshinagh, on May 22 last. Speaking to journalists there, the Fianna Fáil leader said legal advice given to the Government, from the Attorney General and from senior counsel, was that the partially-finished flood relief pipeline from Lough Funshinagh would have to secure planning approval before it could be completed.

Footballer Marcus Rashford admits Rolls-Royce speedingBy Pat Hurst, PAManchester United striker Marcus Rashford has admitted speeding on the motorway in his Rolls-Royce, court officials have confirmed. Marcus Rashford in action for Manchester United. Manchester United players had returned to their Carrington training base on the team bus following their Premier League victory over Burnley at Turf Moor. After collecting their own cars and setting off for home Rashford, in one of his £700,000 (€820,000) Rolls-Royce cars, was involved in a collision with another car. Rashford owns several Rolls-Royce cars, including a £390,000 Black Badge Cullinan and a Cullinan Blue Shadow.

But they are here to win a World Cup - as England may discover today at Kensington Oval. ‘I’ve had about 20.’The contrast with England’s rainy, tetchy start to their World Cup defence could hardly be greater. Just as instructive, perhaps, is the Australians’ 7-3 advantage in one-day World Cup. As fast bowler Josh Hazlewood put it before the World Cup: ‘Knowing Australia have won a lot of titles in the past builds that confidence. But old habits die hard, and England will be desperate to postpone the Australians’ celebratory visit to Cuzz’s.

However, polling stations were recording large differences ranging 32 per cent in some parts of the county to 53%. Ballot boxes will be opened at 9am on Saturday before counting in the local elections get under way later in the day. “We’ll see if that’s reflected in the count in the end.”Across the island, millions of residents were eligible to vote in local elections. The last set of local elections took place in May 2019 against a very different political backdrop. In the 2019 local elections, 561 women ran for a seat, while in 2014, 440 women were candidates.

* Leaving Cert students had geography (9.30am) and maths paper one (2pm)* Junior Cycle students had history (9.30am) and maths (1.30pm) this afternoon. Remember that 20 minutes of good study is better than an hour of broken, distracted study.”Junior Cycle maths: A mostly fair paper with a sting in the tailThere was a mostly positive response to today’s Junior Cycle (higher level) maths paper. Photograph: Alan Betson / The Irish TimesLeaving Cert maths paper one: ‘It was nice... paper two may be a bruiser’My colleague Peter McGuire has filed a separate reaction piece to maths paper two. Ordinary levelThe Leaving Cert maths ordinary level paper, meanwhile, was an “accessible paper” and “rich in opportunities for marks”. “Overall, ordinary level maths paper one was a great start to the maths exams.

By Rick Steves / Rick Steves’ EuropeOne of Ireland’s most popular destinations is the Iveragh Peninsula — known to shamrock lovers everywhere as the Ring of Kerry. Instead, rent a car and use as your home base the tidy town of Kenmare (it’s actually won Ireland’s “Tidy Town” award). Fitness buffs enjoy horseback riding, boating, hiking and golfing — there are many ways to experience Ireland’s 40 shades of green. Before or after the day you tackle the Ring, consider exploring three worthwhile sights near Kenmare. The first is a stately home called Muckross House, perhaps Ireland’s best Victorian mansion.

Some of the birds that were rescued by the ISPCA from "deplorable conditions" in the Midlands. ISPCA rescues more than 120 birds from 'hoarding situation' in MidlandsAnimal welfare inspectors from the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA) seized a total of 121 birds from what were described as "deplorable conditions" at a location in the Midlands recently. "I have never seen conditions like this before," said ISPCA Inspector Lyndsey Delaney, who headed up the investigation. A kitten at the scene of the "hoarding situation" which led to animal welfare concerns in the Midlands. The ISPCA is encouraging the public to continue to report any animal welfare concerns to the ISPCA's National Animal Cruelty Helpline on 0818 515 515, report online at: www.ispca.ie/cruelty_complaint or email: helpline@ispca.ie.