Formula One bosses are expected to call off the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix in the next 48 hours in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Daily Mail Sport understands the cars and other critical freight to the Gulf must start their transportation in the middle of next week - presenting a hard deadline for a decision. F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali and FIA boss Muhammed Ben Sulayem will make the determination based on safety concerns for F1's 3,000-strong travelling contingent. Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton said: 'I know Stefano will do what is right for us and the sport. 'Those races are a long way off,' said one source within F1 Management.

Netflix fans were left in stitches as the streamer released a swear-filled blooper reel from Morgan Freeman's new dinosaur documentary. Morgan, 88, narrates the action in the new four-part series The Dinosaurs, which was released last week, and examines the history of dinosaurs over a 165million time frame. It's already proven to be a big hit with fans, with a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, and dozens of positive reviews calling it 'dramatic' and 'entertaining'. Ar-am-burger-jean-yan-en-blah-landah?’ he can be heard saying of a scene looking at a type of flying dinosaur, letting out a chuckle. Another added: 'That man is a treasure,' as a third commented: 'Loved this documentary but now need a version with Morgan Freeman’s unfiltered reaction to it.'

THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES in Aberystwyth will benefit from part of the €5 million funding for 12 projects announced under the UK-Ireland Cultural Co-Operation Programme. The approved projects, which will take place between 2026 and 2030, include a first of its kind collaborative exhibition and events programme between the four national libraries – National Library of Wales, National Library of Ireland, National Library of Scotland and the British Library. National Library of Wales chief executive of the, Rhodri Llwyd Morgan who was in Cork for the announcement, said: “This is such an exciting, inaugural and innovative project. All the projects reflect a mutual desire to forge a new path of co-operation, as set out in the UK-Ireland 2030 programme announced at the first UK-Ireland Summit in Liverpool last year. Opened in 1907, The National Library of Wales is the centre of research into the culture and heritage of Wales and the Celtic nations.

March 13, 2026, 4:02 a.m. ETIt's a jam-packed week of events in the Sarasota arts scene, across a variety of art types. Those include performances celebrating Beethoven, Astor Piazzolla and Elton John; two Hermitage Artist Retreat programs featuring Tony Award nominees; premiering Urbanite Theatre and Venice Theatre productions; a centennial celebration for Art Center Sarasota; and a Grammy-nominated string ensemble. For those making St. Patrick's Day plans, there's also an Irish music stage show on March 17 proper.

Cheltenham Day Four: Apolon De Charnie stuns Cheltenham crowd with 50-1 shock in Triumph HurdleBy Molly Hunter, Press AssociationApolon De Charnie shocked the Cheltenham crowd with a 50-1 victory in the JCB Triumph Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival. Patrick Mullins – who famously teamed up with his father to win last year’s Grand National with Nick Rockett – said: “He was fantastic. “He travelled well and I could see Patrick (Mullins) travelling very well down to the last. “It was a great run, I’m very happy with him. I’d say he’ll make a fine horse going forward and I’ll probably run him at Aintree.”Welcome to our coverage of day four of the Cheltenham Racing Festival.

Man subjected ex-partner to 'years of abuse, violence and controlling behaviour'Marc Blythin, of Corris, has been jailed for controlling and coercive behaviourView Image Marc Blythin who was jailed (Image: North Wales Police)A 44-year-old man has been jailed after controlling behaviour towards his ex-partner. Marc Blythin appeared ar Caernarfon Crown Court yesterday, where he was sentenced. ‌A North Wales Police Gwynedd South statement said: "Marc Blythin, of Minffordd Street, Corris, appeared at Caernarfon Crown Court on Thursday 12th March 2026 for sentencing after being found guilty of Controlling and Coercive behaviour. ‌"Blythin was sentenced to 4 years and 9 months and handed a restraining order to protect the victim." ‌Sergeant Liam Carr added: "Blythin subjected the victim to years of abuse, violence and controlling behaviour, and I want to recognise the incredible courage and bravery shown by the victim throughout this investigation and court process.

And Rangers stopper Cornelius has been missing since November with a muscle injury which required surgery, although the on loan Marseille star has recently returned to training. They have two friendlies in Toronto this month against Iceland and Tunisia and Marsch wants to include all his injured players to join up with the squad. He explained: "The March roster will include many of the injured players who can't play in the games. "So it’s a little bit of a crunch time with the injury situation, but we also have a really big squad now. Johnston has won 56 caps for Canada and Cornelius has been capped 40 times.

New Staffordshire Police team targeting predators in pubs and clubs from tonightThe month-long operation starts tonightView Image Police in Newcastle town centre (stock image) (Image: Pete Stonier / Stoke Sentinel)Police are carrying out proactive patrols to spot predatory behaviour around bars and clubs and poorly-lit spaces in a crackdown on violence against women and girls. Staffordshire Police are leading the month-long crackdown following £24,000 Home Office funding. We do not want women or girls to have to change their behaviour. ‌“Specialist officers will undergo behavioural observation training to recognise signs of predatory behaviour, such as inappropriate touching, stalking, harassment or loitering near potential victims. “When offences have been identified, arrests will be made, but this is predominantly about recognising predatory behaviour and intervening to disrupt it before offences are committed.

For the other half though, speaking up carries a penalty they would rather not pay. Microsoft’s Ireland Work Trend Index 2025 found that between 38 per cent and 40 per cent of Irish workers reported moving roles, marking a record for the survey. The Irish Times would like to hear from readers who may have or are currently experiencing bullying in the workplace. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, please indicate this in your submission – we will keep your name and contact details confidential. We will curate a selection of submissions for an article but please note we may not publish every submission we receive.

"The context at the moment is one where we have to work ever more closely together as key partners," Mr Starmer said. Mr Starmer said there is a need to "do everything we can to make sure that there is no profiteering". On Thursday night, Mr Starmer said Ireland and the UK have entered a “new era” of relations amid a period of “dramatic” global uncertainty. Mr Starmer said Ireland holds a “very special place” in his heart, and he counted the visit as both personal and political. Mr Starmer said this is important, as there is “more conflict now than I think any of us can remember globally”.

Man Utd boss Michael Carrick responds after Paul Scholes criticism got personalMichael Carrick has now given his take on comments made by his ex-teammate Paul Scholes in the wake of his first defeat as Manchester United boss against 10-man NewcastleView 2 Images Michael Carrick has responded to Paul Scholes' comments (Image: (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images))Michael Carrick has insisted that he was not offended by Paul Scholes' criticism of his Manchester United side. Scholes caught the attention of supporters with a social media post that appeared to be a personal dig at Carrick after United were beaten by Newcastle. ‌Writing on Instagram, the ex-United midfielder wrote: "Michael has definitely got something about him...cos United have been crap last 4 games...night." FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

Wales manager Craig Bellamy has also been linked, as well as Motherwell's Jens Berthal Askou, with the three men making up the club's shortlist regarding O'Neill's long-term successor. The report also discloses that a move upstairs for current assistant manager Shaun Maloney has been 'tipped', with the former midfielder and player pathways manager highly regarded among the club's hierarchy. There, he won the Israeli Premier League in 2024, as well as the League Cup equivalent the same year. In 2025, he moved to Hungarian side Ferencvaros, whom he steered to the league title that same year. His side plays Portuguese side Braga in the Europa League Knockout Stage on Thursday evening.

The Rotunda Hospital in Dublin and drone delivery company Manna have teamed up to test the possibility of making urgent medical deliveries by drone, eliminating traffic delays for the city centre hospital. Manna co-founder Bobby Healy said the drones could be fitted with temperature controls necessary for transporting some medical supplies. The national drone framework is expressly set up to give priority to these types of flights,” he said. [ What next for Dublin city’s Rotunda hospital after move to Connolly ruled out?Opens in new window ]“We are at the start of a process and there will be different needs,” O’Loughlin said. A similar trial for GPs in Dorset saw drones reduce delivery times by an average of 83 per cent.

‘Failure is total freedom’ – Al Porter on rebuilding his life and career after hitting rock bottomThe ‘most vetted comedian in Ireland’ was in Wexford ahead of hitting the National Opera House with his latest show ‘Algorithm’Comedian Al Porter. Pádraig Byrne Wexford People Yesterday at 06:30"There’s no describing the place I'm in in my career. It's very strange. I could still bump into somebody on the street who says, ‘oh what are you doing now? Like, are you back gigging?’.”

Rory McIlroy struggles with back problems to two over at Players ChampionshipBy Jim van Wijk, Press AssociationRory McIlroy laboured to a two-over par opening round as his Players Championship title defence at Sawgrass appeared hampered by recent back problems. McIlroy then regrouped to move through the closing holes level par, finishing with a neat chip and short putt, but will have plenty to think about overnight. World number one Scottie Scheffler could only manage an even-par opening round, with his choice of driver again under the spotlight. Collin Morikawa, though, had withdrawn after just one hole, having been in obvious discomfort while taking a practice swing on the 11th tee box. “I teed it up on 11, took one practice swing, and I just knew it was gone.