5 players who must now start as Newcastle United get perfect 'free hit' chanceEddie Howe's side will take a five-goal lead into the second leg of their Champions League play-off against QarabagView Image Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has some big calls to make (Image: Getty Images)Eddie Howe is far to professional to admit it, but Newcastle United's Champions League play-off with Qarabag is over. After a 6-1 win over the Azerbaijan side on Wednesday night, the Magpies go into next week's second leg with the game all-but done. ‌The Magpies head coach insists he will give Qarabag the respect they deserve and not take risks by sending out a reserve side in the second leg. Keep up with all the Newcastle United latest via the Chronicle’s dedicated Facebook pag‌Leo ShaharKieran Trippier has earned a break after some excellent performances in recent weeks. Article continues belowEnsure our latest Newcastle United headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source.

February 19, 2026 16:32 UTC

Hull City injury update as Matty Jacob hit by MCL blow, with Charlie Hughes and Matt Crooks latestLatest on the City injury front with good and bad newsView Image Matty Jacob in action against Watford (Image: Zach Forster/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Hull City have been dealt an injury blow with the news defender Matty Jacob has been ruled out for potentially two months after sustaining an MCL injury in training this week. ‌"Collyer will be two more weeks out, he has individual training sessions at the minute," explained City boss Sergej Jakirovic, when asked to give an injury update. We do have a problem though with Matty Jacob. Matty had a non contact injury in Tuesday's training session and there is an MCL grade two injury, so we will lose him for six to eight weeks. Here at Hull Live , we are dedicated to bringing you the best Hull City coverage and analysis.

February 19, 2026 16:32 UTC

ODVSS to host 'In Her Shoes' domestic abuse simulation training in TullamoreThe Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service (ODVSS), in collaboration with justice and community partners, is preparing to host an interactive training event titled “In Her Shoes” next month. The training will take place on Friday, March 20, at the District Court Offices, Tullamore, from 10am to 1pm. "In Her Shoes” is an immersive, empathy-building exercise designed to deepen understanding of the barriers survivors face when seeking safety and support. Anne Clarke of ODVSS said the simulation presents a unique learning opportunity: “This experience allows professionals to step beyond policy and procedure and understand the lived reality of those seeking safety. "When we understand the barriers survivors face, we can respond in ways that truly support safety, dignity and recovery," she stated.

February 19, 2026 16:31 UTC

A new law which will require State bodies to publish how much they have spent on advertising with individual media organisations has been published by the Government. Media minister Patrick O’Donovan has received government approval to publish the Media Regulation Bill, which will implement the main provisions of the European Media Freedom Act in Ireland. The European Media Freedom Act is an EU regulation which came into force last August. “Ireland’s media mergers regime is an essential element of the protections we have in place for media plurality and diversity. It will broaden the scope of media mergers to be assessed to include transactions involving online platforms.

February 19, 2026 16:31 UTC

The HSE will extend a review of children’s mental health care in north Kerry to examine cases before 2022, with urgent calls for it to go as far back as 2010 and to include all of Kerry. “A full review of all Kerry Camhs files needs to be undertaken dating back to 2010, at least,” he wrote. Mr Rolls said the review shows the problems are more widespread than those revealed by the Maskey Review in South Kerry Camhs. Hannah Ní Ghiolla Mhairtín said: “As families, we are heartbroken and angry at the findings of the report into North Kerry Camhs. In the Dáil, Taoiseach Micheál Martin acknowledged that children under the care of Camhs in Kerry had not received appropriate care.

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A woman facing deportation to South Africa with her three sons has said she is “relieved” the family has been given more time to stay in Ireland. She said she sought asylum after being beaten by a gang and threatened at gunpoint in South Africa. Her three sons are attending schools and sports clubs in south Dublin. Hundreds of people, including many schoolchildren, attended a protest in solidarity with the family outside the department on February 10th. Joseph (14) is a member of Dundrum South Dublin (DSD) Athletics Club and has been attending Gonzaga College on a scholarship since September.

February 19, 2026 16:28 UTC

Galway captain John Maher would prefer to make the most of the current inter-county window rather than extend the current season. Read More Overworked and over injured: How GAA players and squads are handling increased demand in spring“Could the league be fewer games and more intense, quality games? “I don't know how you rearrange the groups now. I kind of joined the group at the end of November, the start of December and was back able to do some gym work then. “No, it is a bit of bad luck and I'd say the season as well, the length of the season.

February 19, 2026 16:22 UTC

'He's got that magic' - Everton winger earns high praise after latest assistAccrington Stanley manager John Doolan was clearly pleased with Everton loanee Isaac Heath after his role in the match-winner at Tranmere Rovers this weekView Image Isaac Heath of Accrington Stanley, on loan from Everton, in action during his side's Sky Bet League 2 match with Walsall at the Banks's Stadium. Photo by Stuart Leggett/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesEverton academy winger Isaac Heath has received more plaudits as he continues to impress in his first taste of senior football. ‌The 21-year-old provided the cross for Paddy Madden’s match-winning goal for Accrington Stanley at Tranmere Rovers on Tuesday night. The goal echoed the gameplan of manager John Doolan, who offered serious words of praise for Heath after the win at Prenton Park. As you just touched on with Isaac Heath there, he’s got that magic about him, he can beat [his defender] and go both ways.

February 19, 2026 16:15 UTC

Met Office extends Storm Pedro snow warning as 32 areas face several inches within hoursUp to 15cm of snow expected with West and South Yorkshire at riskView 2 Images (Image: Getty Images)The Met Office has extended a yellow snow warning, with 32 areas preparing for significant snowfall that could disrupt roads, rail services and power supplies. View 2 Images The Met Office has extended its yellow snow warning (Image: Met Office)Get all the latest and breaking news in Yorkshire by signing up to our newsletter here. ‌The Met Office advised: "Make sure you have essentials packed in your car in the event of any delays," such as warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch and an ice scraper. Dartmoor in Devon will face the worst of the wet conditions, with as much as 50mm forecast to hit the region, according to the Met Office. Article continues belowAll areas covered by Met Office snow warning:

February 19, 2026 16:08 UTC

Bernie Linnane, Dromahair, Co LeitrimUnited States is a much poorer nation following the death of Jesse JacksonThe death of Jesse Jackson marks the end of an era. In 1988, Rev Jackson’s hat was in the ring again, and it seemed he was in the right place, but at the wrong time. In 1992, Bill Clinton won Rev Jackson’s support and secured the White House for the Democrats for the first time in 16 years. In 2017, the charismatic Rev Jackson was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, but he kept up the fight. Rev Jackson worked hard to emulate Dr King and appeared to be his natural successor.

February 19, 2026 16:07 UTC

Shortage of air traffic controllers has already resulted in disruptionsDublin Airport had to restrict runways four times in the last two weeks. Photo: GettyAirNav, the semi-state company that manages Ireland’s airspace, is planning to free up €310m sitting on its balance sheet so it can be made available to pay future dividends to the Exchequer. But the planned capital reduction to pay future dividends to the State comes amid significant staffing issues at AirNav. The Sunday Independent has reported that airline passengers are facing “a summer of chaos” because of the air traffic control staffing crisis. Pat Noctor, the president of the Irish Air Traffic Controllers Association (IATCA), warned that flight cancellations are inevitable.

February 19, 2026 16:06 UTC

Wales name team to face Scotland as Costelow starts and four dropped completelySteve Tandy has named his team to face Scotland at the Principality Stadium on SaturdayView Image Sam Costelow starts for Wales (Image: Huw Evans Picture Agency)Sam Costelow will start and Gabriel Hamer-Webb will make his Wales debut against Scotland this Saturday, with Adam Beard dropped completely from Steve Tandy's matchday 23. “Gabe has really impressed me in the way he's attacked training, the way he's learnt, the way he's adapted and the way he's just settled into the squad," said Tandy. ‌“Then when you dig into his background at Leicester, even when he wasn't in the team, everyone said he was an amazing team player. Learn more from,£625 Seat Unique Book tickets here Product Description Seat Unique offers VIP hospitality tickets for Wales vs Scotland on February 21. Wales have conceded 302 points in six games, winning just one under the former Scotland defence coach.

February 19, 2026 16:02 UTC

Leaked pictures have revealed that one fan-favourite Married At First Sight couple has remained strong following the shocking dinner party that aired on Wednesday night. Leaked pictures have revealed one fan-favourite Married At First Sight couple has remained strong following the shocking dinner party that aired on Wednesday nightA video taken by a fan was also uploaded to TikTok on Wednesday, showing the happy couple walking hand-in-hand in Cronulla recently. Stella experienced shocking bullying during the dinner party on Wednesday night when 'villain' Brook Crompton unleashed a verbal attack against her. 'We went into every dinner party and commitment ceremony with the mindset that if someone needs to address you, you can address yourself. The couple went on to say their relationship remained completely unaffected by the drama that unfolded on Wednesday night.

February 19, 2026 16:00 UTC

Parking fees hike looms for Gwynedd and enforcement hours extendedCyngor Gwynedd has approved a bid to increase long and short term car parking feesView 3 Images Councillors have agreed to increase parking fees in Gwynedd (Image: Daily Post)A North Wales council has approved plans to hike its its parking fees. Cyngor Gwynedd's Cabinet has agreed that short stay car park enforcement hours should be extended from 10am to 4.30pm to 9am to 5pm, a move which could bring in £78,000. ‌It has also approved adjustments to long stay parking with the aim of raising a further £160,000. Changes, to the short-stay car park enforcement arrangements had followed an Environment Department review. ‌Cabinet Members approved extending the enforcement hours in short-stay car parks to 9am to 5pm, and adjusting the band 2 long-stay fee structure.

February 19, 2026 15:59 UTC

David Moyes' Harrison Armstrong gesture is 'a really big thing' reckons former Everton captainEXCLUSIVE: Former Everton captain Alan Stubbs has been speaking about Blues home-grown hero Harrison Armstrong‌Former Everton captain Alan Stubbs has hailed home-grown hero Harrison Armstrong as one of the best young prospects in British football. I liked him 18 months ago and I think he’s come on an awful lot. “I think he’s got a really, really bright future. Article continues below“I think he’s earned the manager’s trust and confidence by putting him in. That’s a really big thing for David Moyes, it says a lot.”FOLLOW OUR EVERTON FC FACEBOOK PAGE!

February 19, 2026 15:58 UTC