Sex offender, 73, died hitting head in prison toilet amid suicide bidGeorge Bull died at HMP StaffordView Image (Image: Copyright unknown)A convicted sex offender died after hitting his dead inside a Staffordshire prison toilet amid a suicide bid, a report concluded. A prisoner waiting outside the toilet heard a bang, and knowing Mr Bull was in there, alerted staff. "They placed Mr Bull into the recovery position and radioed a medical emergency code. It became apparent Mr Bull had tried to attempt suicide at the time of his fall. At hospital, it was confirmed Mr Bull had a bleed on the brain, but there were no plans to operate.

M&S to shut ANOTHER caféNot another one! View Image Congleton M&S cafe has previously shutRetail giant M&S is shutting the café inside another of its stores. It comes as the café has previously been closed to sell additional Christmas items in previous years. M&S is also shutting its Stone M&S café. ‌M&S regional manager Katie Whelan said: “We know many of our customers want to be able to shop a wider range of M&S Food.

'My love for Arsenal made me reject Tottenham transfer – signing for them would be treason'A footballing legend admitted his love of Arsenal stopped him from signing for their biggest rivalView 2 Images Alessandro Costacurta admitted he's a lifelong Arsenal supporter (Image: LFC Foundation)Moving to a rival club is something that traditionally doesn't sit well with supporters in football, and understandably so. For legendary AC Milan defender Alessandro Costacurta, it was his affection for Arsenal that prevented him from putting pen to paper on a deal to join Tottenham Hotspur. The truth is that I've been a keen Arsenal fan since my childhood, and playing for 'our' bitter rivals would have been high treason. All my friends were Manchester United or Liverpool fans, so I picked Arsenal and I've never changed my mind." The fierce north London foes go head-to-head at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday afternoon for the second derby meeting of the campaign.

Parents, SNAs, teachers and principals responded to an Irish Times reader call-out after a controversial review of SNA allocations was paused. The 48-year-old, who lives in Bannow, Co Wexford, says Government uncertainty around SNA allocations is causing “real and unnecessary stress” for families like hers who are “already carrying a huge load”. Two of her five sons, Roan (7) and Conn (13), have autism and attend St Joseph’s National School in Ballymitty, Co Wexford. Roan and Conn French at St Joseph's National School in Ballymitty, Co Wexford. She says staff at St Joseph’s National School would be at an “absolute breaking point” without SNAs.

The loss of Maud, her sisters say, is a “double tragedy”. Photograph: RIP.ie[ Maud Coffey’s family eager to work with HSE to stop others being killed like their sisterOpens in new window ]The family was a loud, rambunctious one. It was at this point she joined an organisation called the Befrienders, a not-for-profit organisation that seeks to support people with mental health difficulties. Iseult adds: “He obviously had [mental health] challenges, but he just came across as someone really kind with the kids. They are due to meet Minister of State for mental health Mary Butler next week.

Storm Chandra brought extensive flooding last month in south Dublin along the rail line serving Ireland’s east coast, causing disruption for thousands of commuters. It says the works – which would add 1.3m to the height on average – are vital to protect the rail line from rising sea levels. Irish Rail plans to put up flood defences along the southside track covering a 4km stretch from Merrion Gates to Seapoint. The 4km stretch of line is one of five sections of track prioritised for works under the East Coast Railway Infrastructure Protection Projects (ECRIPP) scheme. She is concerned that Irish Rail is not considering the “public realm and public experience”, describing the wall as “a fairly brutalist design”.

Castle Leslie: 'This is the best example of a historic estate with an estate village, where the estate is still part and parcel of the community.' Castle Leslie: The divided estate is back together after four decades of work spearheaded by Sammy Leslie. I loved [Castle Leslie] from the minute I came down here,” she says. Photograph: Alan BetsonAaron Duffy, executive chef at Castle Leslie estate. Executive chef Aaron Duffy, who lives in Beragh, Co Tyrone, is equally enthusiastic about his eight years at Castle Leslie: “Everything’s reinvested back into the business.

Seven people taken to hospital with two sustaining serious injuries after Northumberland head-on crash on A1A stretch of the A1 was closed in both directions following the crash involving two vehiclesView Image The A1 in Northumberland (Image: Google Maps)Seven people have been taken to hospital, with two sustaining serious injuries, after a head-on collision in Northumberland. A stretch of the A1 was closed in both directions following a crash involving two vehicles. A total of eight people were treated at the scene by ambulance crews, with two sustaining serious head and leg injuries. ‌"We treated eight patients in total; two with serious injuries to head and leg and a further six with minor injuries. Seven patients were taken to the Northumbria Hospital in Cramlington and one to RVI in Newcastle."

Scramble to strengthen Irish security as threats grow ahead of EU presidencyDefence Minister Helen McEntee plans to fast-track new legislation‘This should have been done years ago’ - former TD and Defence Forces member Cathal BerryNew laws will be drafted to urgently bolster the ability of the Defence ForcesCónal Thomas & Ali Bracken Today at 06:30The Government is racing to protect the country’s maritime security ahead of Ireland hosting the presidency of the Council of the European Union this summer.

Married At First Sight groom Chris Nield has been spotted living his best single life, flirting up a storm aboard Sydney's hottest floating party venue, SeaDeck on Saturday, following his split from on-screen bride Brook Crompton. The 30-year-old AFL player looked carefree and confident as he soaked up the sunshine with friends against the glittering backdrop of Sydney Harbour and the Harbour Bridge. The Sydney Harbour Bridge loomed dramatically in the background, while other well-heeled partygoers mingled on the packed upper deck. The sighting comes after Daily Mail confirmed that Chris and Brook had called time on their relationship, with Brook later rekindling things with her former partner. Multiple cast members told Daily Mail that Brook and Chris never stood a chance.

Breaking the magical 10-second mark appears a matter of when, not if, for Gout Gout after the sprint sensation clocked the equal-fastest legal 100m run by an Australian on home soil. Gout ran 10.00 (+0.9) seconds in his first race at the distance in 2026 in a wonderful performance at the Dane Bird-Smith Shield Meet at QSAC on Saturday. With his time on Saturday, Gout sealed his first qualifying performance for this year's world under-20 championships in Eugene, Oregon. On Saturday, Gout also set an Australian under-20 record, eclipsing the 10.15 mark set by Jake Doran in 2018. Gout wants to emulate the legendary Usain Bolt at the junior titles in Oregon and Australian Athletics supported his decision.

International investors, including private equity and property trusts, have invested heavily in Irish care homes and healthcare properties over the past few years. Aedifica entered the Irish market in 2021 and has been highly active since, owning 22 properties with 2,300 users. Architect's plans for brand-new cancer centre to be built in Ballygrennan, LimerickThe group listed various projects for 2025, including developments in Ireland such as a Limerick cancer care centre and care homes in Kilcoole and Crumlin, Dublin. Aedifica’s portfolio of marketable investment properties in Ireland had grown in value by €7.2m during the year, up 1.7pc, the results said. Last July, the Sunday Independent reported about Aedifica’s plans to invest €26.5m in the development of a state-of-the-art cancer centre in Limerick.

Faye Winter has waded into the Love Island All Stars bullying row after the show was hit with 200 Ofcom complaints. On Faye's series back in 2021, Love Island received a record breaking 25,000 complaints to the broadcast watchdog following her expletive-filled rant with ex Teddy Soares. In an exclusive interview with Daily Mail, Faye offered her advice to the islanders at the centre of the rows. 'I wouldn't leave my house, I wouldn't go out without somebody else, I didn't know who I was, I didn't know what I loved, I didn't know what my passions were, I really felt as though I'd lost every single sense of who I was. She added: 'There was times where I lied in my bed for days on end and didn't really worry about anything.

‘He thought Ireland was heaven’ – Trina McKillen pays tribute to ‘Like a Virgin’ songwriter husband Billy SteinbergSister of property developer Paddy says US musician, who has died aged 75, was a huge fan of ConnemaraTrina, Billy and Ezra in IrelandNiamh Horan Today at 06:30Trina McKillen, the artist and ­sister of property developer ­Paddy McKillen, is in ­mourning following the death of her ­husband, the songwriter Billy ­Steinberg.

Pick of the dayGAA BeoTG4, 1.15pm & 3.30pmMicheál Ó Domhnaill hosts action from the Allianz Leagues, including the Division 1 clash between Armagh and Donegal. Cleaning Up IrelandVirgin Media One, 8.30pmNew series in which cameras follow the work of dedicated cleaners and pest-busters. They begin by tackling a blocked sewer and then turn their attention to a moth infestation. These Sacred VowsThese Sacred VowsRTÉ One, 9.30pmAva’s English boyfriend Felix is about to arrive, but she’s yet to break the news to him that she’s suffering from an unfortunate condition. My GirlMy GirlRTÉ One, 3.40pmTouching, tear-jerking drama about a tomboy whose friendship with another youngster helps her deal with her mother’s death.