Shane Horgan: ‘I think if they were to beat England, it would be a performance out of nowhere. I don’t think we’re seeing Ireland building at the moment. It feels the opposite, which is more concerning. It feels like we’re slipping.’ Photo: Jonathan Goldberg

February 21, 2026 13:00 UTC

Judy Collins and Graham Smith. We wanted our wedding to be personal, romantic, and funny — which our celebrant captured perfectly.”The couple’s friend Caoimhe Barret sang Judy down the aisle. Judy Collins and Graham Smith, Ian Smith Barry Ryan, Cian Byrne and Rob Shanahan. Judy Collins and Graham Smith. Judy Collins and Graham Smith.

February 21, 2026 13:00 UTC

Harvie Hill explains the reason he opted for Hull FC over Wigan Warriors after spotting one thingThe 22-year-old has a four-year deal at the MKM StadiumView Image Hull FC prop Harvie Hill. Harvie Hill says he looked at the squad Hull FC were putting together and immediately thought, "I'll have a bit of that," after opting to turn down a chance to stay at Wigan Warriors. "I really think we can build something here which is really promising and there are a lot of Hull lads on long-term deals. Last year I looked at what Hull were doing and thought, 'that's for me, I'll have a bit of that'. "When you sign long-term deals you can't just think about this season, you think about what is ahead of you and everyone here is young and hungry.

February 21, 2026 13:00 UTC

Ms Leis had used the salon to style her bridesmaids for the luxury wedding at La Gemme Estate, a French château in the NSW Southern Highlands, late last month. Ms Koch believed she was privately messaging staff in a group chat after Ms Leis hired the salon for her bridal party, but not for the bride's own hair. When approached by the Daily Mail at her flagship salon on Thursday, Ms Koch distanced herself from the scandal. Ms Leis replied with a pointed 'thanks' and a kissing-face emoji. Hairstylist Dom Pelli, who was behind Ms Leis and her mother's hair for the big day, has since taken to social media to address the scandal.

February 21, 2026 12:53 UTC

Arsenal chief quits just SEVEN months after getting crucial jobArsenal have continued their behind-the-scenes restructuring with James Ellis departing as technical directorView 2 Images Arsenal look to have made another big decision behind-the-scenes (Image: (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images))James Ellis has departed his role as technical director at Arsenal despite only being in the position for seven months, according to BBC Sport. ‌The appointment of Maurizio Micheli in December appeared to form part of that restructuring, with the former Napoli chief stepping into a senior recruitment position. However, he appears destined to exit the City Ground imminently following the club's significant slump in form since his arrival. Latest Gunners news and more on our dedicated Facebook page‌Igor Tudor has since been confirmed as interim head coach, with his first match at the helm being the North London Derby against Arsenal. And the first goal of course I understand the importance of this game, this is a derby, a north London derby.

February 21, 2026 12:53 UTC





Almost a third of ambulances missing life-or-death response targets, with some patients left waiting over two hoursNo region meets ambulance response targets as delays stretch to 26 minutesDemand for ambulance services rising by 5pc to 10pc a yearAlmost a third of ambulances missing life-or-death response targets, with some patients left waiting over two hoursEilish O Regan Today at 06:30Almost a third of ambulances are missing response time targets for patients with potential heart attack or stroke, new figures reveal.

February 21, 2026 12:50 UTC

Michael Carrick believes his Manchester United players never let themselves get carried away by their flying start under him. But Carrick said his players had not taken the result at the London Stadium as a step back. “There’s an understanding of games are tough to win in this league, and it’s proven, not just for us. “David’s teams are hard to play against, he’s such a good manager, and with the experience he’s got, he knows what it takes to have success in this league,” Carrick said. “We’ve got things to improve on, but we’ve got a good base and a good foundation moving forward, good spirit.

February 21, 2026 12:10 UTC

Lynch spent his early years in Dublin before moving to CanadaIreland's Ben Lynch reacts during the men's freestyle skiing halfpipe qualifications at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Livigno, Italy. Photo: AP Photo/Julia Demaree NikhinsonBen Lynch has finished eighth after making history by becoming the first Irish skier to qualify for a Winter Olympics final. Really, really grateful to be here and to make the finals is a cherry on top for me. Ireland's Ben Lynch reacts during the men's freestyle skiing halfpipe qualifications at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Livigno, Italy. So to land that in my run was unbelievable and I’m really, really excited to be in finals right now.

February 21, 2026 12:10 UTC

Parents who once cheerfully posted images of their children online are grappling with new concerns around safety, identity theft, informed consent and AI. Her perspective on social media has changed a lot since her first child was born. I eventually agreed that she could make a post on social media that acknowledges that she has a grandson. She believes this generation of parents will live to regret posting pictures of children online. If I have a question over ‘should I post this’, that means [I] don’t post it.”Brennan is not an influencer, he says.

February 21, 2026 12:02 UTC

UK's largest wildlife bridge to open in Gloucestershire as part of £460m Missing Link projectIt will span the new A417 dual carriageway between Gloucester and CirencesterView 2 Images Hedgerows on each side will help bats and barn owls to use the bridge as a commuting corridor. (Image: National Highways)A ground-breaking wildlife bridge is currently under construction in Gloucestershire. ‌It is known as the Gloucestershire Way bridge and is set to become the UK's largest wildlife crossing, forming a central part of the A417 Missing Link project. ‌The wildlife bridge is a crucial part of the A417 project, carrying an estimated price tag of £460million. The world's largest wildlife crossing can be found in Colorado, North America.

February 21, 2026 12:01 UTC

‌Carrick's predecessor, Ruben Amorim, was sacked in early January, resulting in a subdued winter transfer window. Ensure our latest sport headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source. Defensively, Harry Maguire's contract expires in the summer, but speculation regarding a fresh deal - on revised terms - has surfaced. 5 View 5 Images Two United fan favourites could leave this summer (Image: Ash Donelon, Manchester United via Getty Images) 5 View 5 Images Cunha has excelled as a No. Manchester United potential starting XI under Michael Carrick next season: Lammens; Dorgu, Maguire, Martinez, Ryerson; Anderson, Mainoo, Cunha; Rashford, Sesko, Mbeumo.

February 21, 2026 11:54 UTC

‘Repetitive and bland’ homes blocked from being built on edge of small villageA developer has been told they can’t build 27 new affordable homes on the edge of Little Thetford. View Image Illustrative image of the proposed affordable housing development in Little Thetford. (Image: Cambridge Housing Society)Plans to build 27 new homes on the edge of a small village have been blocked after being branded "repetitive and bland”. East Cambridgeshire District Council criticised the design of the proposed development in Little Thetford and the impact it could have on the countryside. The developer said the plans offered the opportunity to create “high-quality” affordable homes for the area.

February 21, 2026 11:47 UTC

The launch of a controversial trial that planned to test puberty blockers on transgender children was dramatically halted over safety concerns last night. Puberty blockers were indefinitely banned by Mr Streeting after the Commission on Human Medicines said they posed 'an unacceptable safety risk'. The regulator has indicated it may wish to restrict the trial to children aged 14 and over. An MHRA spokesperson said: 'With all complex clinical trials, MHRA's top priority is the safety and wellbeing of the trial participants. 'We have raised some concerns related to the wellbeing of participants and scientific dialogue will now follow with the trial sponsor.

February 21, 2026 11:37 UTC

In a press conference last year, Prof Lee announced his panel of experts had concluded that medical evidence presented to convict Letby had been flawed. Prof Lee told journalists that his own research into air embolism - air bubbles in the blood – which was the method Letby used to kill - had been misinterpreted by the prosecution at her trial. Only arterial air embolism – air in the arteries – could cause the distinctive rash, which Prof Lee nicknamed the ‘Lee sign,’ he said. To join click hereAnd at least four other papers on air embolism, published between 1981 and the present day, have been missed, or wrongly interpreted, by Prof Lee, experts say. ‘The diagnosis was systemic air embolism,’ Dr Ho concluded.

February 21, 2026 11:30 UTC

Kai Rooney has already shown his true colours with Man Utd first-team vowThe son of Manchester United hero Wayne Rooney has already made his intentions with the Red Devils clearView 2 Images Kai Rooney will hope to make many more appearances at Old Trafford in the coming years (Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)Young Manchester United star Kai Rooney has already revealed the extent of his lofty ambitions. The son of the legendary Wayne Rooney once declared that he hoped to be a regular for United in the next ten years. ‌Staggering amount Man Utd agreed to pay for players they don't want as millions wasted READ MORE :Cole Palmer to Man Utd transfer claim made despite Chelsea stance on deal READ MORE :“That’s what I’ve got to keep doing to win the tournament. As long as you’re doing everything right to give yourself the best opportunity then you never know.”FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

February 21, 2026 11:10 UTC