Jason O'Neill, head chef and co-owner at Fawn in Oranmore, where the menu is led by fire. This is a list designed to be drunk and enjoyed, not to underwrite the kitchen. Ogl was head sommelier at three-Michelin-star Hiša Franko, and that experience is written all over Fawn’s wine list, with notable depth in bottles from her native Hungary. The wine list sets the terms of the evening early, and the menu follows by organising itself around the grill, where the kitchen is most assured. Fawn Restaurant Oranmore, Co Galway.

February 19, 2026 05:09 UTC

Unsurprisingly, Jack Crowley is expected to be named at outhalf when the Ireland team to play England at Twickenham on Saturday (kick-off 2.10pm) is announced on Thursday morning. In the aftermath of Ireland’s round two win, head coach Andy Farrell hit out at “the keyboard warriors” who targeted both Prendergast and Crowley on social media, adding they “need to cop on”. Listen | 31:24 Ireland responded to their disappointment in Paris with a win over Italy. Down the line, these two lads (Prendergast and Crowley), and others, they will be the players that they want to be. For comparison, Johnny Sexton had turned 24 by the time he made his debut, embarking upon a 15-year Ireland career.

February 19, 2026 05:04 UTC

Gardai are today expected back at this search site – to keep digging for evidence that Larry Murphy may have buried a woman there. The search operation, which started on Monday, is centred on land at Castleruddery Upper – right in the heart of the area where monster Murphy, 61, prowled. ‌That is around 30km from the search site, which is located close to the N81, the main road between Wicklow and south Dublin. View 4 Images Larry Murphy is the focus of the dig operation. Nothing has been found at the search site as of yesterday evening – but specialist gardai are set to return today.

February 19, 2026 05:02 UTC

Boy punched and kicked before being pulled to the ground in Lincoln assaultPolice have released images of two people they want to trace in connection with the incidentView 2 Images Anyone with information should contact the force (Image: Lincolnshire Police)A boy was kicked and punched before being pulled to the ground in Lincoln. ‌Lincolnshire Police are investigating after a boy was assaulted on the High Street in the city. We believe they may have information that will assist our inquiries after a report that a boy was assaulted on the High Street, Lincoln, at around 6pm on Wednesday 17 December 25. Article continues below"It is reported the victim was punched and kicked prior to being pulled to the ground." Anyone with information about the individuals pictured or the incident should email the Investigating Officer at joseph.clear@lincs.police.uk.

February 19, 2026 04:47 UTC

World Rugby issue statement amid fury and Wales star addresses England moveThe latest rugby news from Wales and around the worldView Image Hawkins says he has no regrets over his move to Exeter Chiefs in 2023 (Image: PA)These are your evening rugby headlines on Wednesday, February 18. ‌World Rugby issue statement amid furyWorld Rugby has urged fans to be patient after they were left furious while applying for tickets for next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia. It is designed to manage the high volumes of interest we typically see for Rugby World Cup, which can mean long wait times for some fans. Get the latest Wales Rugby merch at Fanatics This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. ‌Asked if he regretted not staying around for the World Cup, Hawkins said: “Not at all.

February 19, 2026 03:48 UTC





Building collapses onto cars and business evacuatedThe road has since been closed by emergency servicesView Image The scene on Regent StreetA building has collapsed onto a white Audi north of the city centre resulting in a road closure. ‌The spokesperson said it was a side fascia that had fallen onto cars and the road from the six storey building. ‌A structural engineer has attended the scene, with fire service handing the scene over before leaving at shortly after 11am. "This was a side fascia that had fallen onto cars and road from a six story brick built derelict building. ‌"Firefighters established a cordon and a nearby business was evacuated as a precaution and subsequently closed.

February 19, 2026 03:28 UTC

A500 crash victim named as 'kind and loyal' Stoke-on-Trent City Council workerMalachy Dozie Mbah was today described as a 'deeply loved son, brother and friend'View Image Malachy Dozie Mbah died in the crashThe heartbroken relatives of a man killed in a crash on the A500 have paid tribute to 'the gentle centre of our family'. Stoke-on-Trent City Council worker Malachy Dozie Mbah died at the scene of the collision between a grey Jaguar he was driving and a white MAN lorry. ‌In a statement, his loved ones said: "Malachy was the gentle centre of our family; a man of integrity, kindness and unwavering generosity. ‌"A dedicated professional, he was well-regarded and respected by his colleagues at Stoke-on-Trent City Council. ‌Police and paramedics had been sent to the crash close to junction 16 for the M6 at 4.35am on February 14.

February 19, 2026 03:27 UTC

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has called for deregulation of the taxi market to allow Uber and other ride sharing apps in. Photograph: PAPrivate drivers should be allowed to provide taxi services using their own cars through platforms such as Uber to combat shortages in the industry, the consumer watchdog has said. Companies such as Uber do currently operate in Dublin, but regulations mean they can only act as a booking agent for licensed taxi drivers, rather than work as a ride-hailing service. Ride-hailing platforms, including Uber and Bolt, connect private drivers to passengers via apps. [ Opinion: Taxi drivers are going to war with Uber.

February 19, 2026 03:01 UTC

Arsenal let a potentially priceless win slip through their fingers after blowing a two-goal lead against rock-bottom Wolves on Wednesday evening. Arsenal were given an uncomfortable last half an hour after Hugo Bueno reduced the deficit with a stunning, curling effort. Arsenal are now just five clear of Manchester City, with Wolves having finally given their fans something to cheer with their stirring comeback. ‌View 4 Images Bukayo Saka celebrates his goal against Wolves (Image: Getty Images)FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE! A Bueno belterWith Hincapie celebrating his first Premier League goal, Wolves defender Hugo Bueno then followed suit with an eye-catching strike of his own.

February 19, 2026 02:50 UTC

Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal stars were involved in a post-match melee after their dramatic Premier League draw. It seemed like the victory was secured when Piero Hincapie beat the Wolves offside trap to lash in a fine finish to double the north Londoners' lead. Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook pageWhen the final whistle was blown, an on-pitch scuffle involving both sets of players took place. Jesus was booked for his post-match shove on Mosquera as several arguments continued to take place, long after the whistle had been blown. Allowing a two-goal lead to slip against Wolves could prove to be an unforgivable slip-up, especially with Pep Guardiola's side moving closer and closer.

February 19, 2026 02:37 UTC

Arsenal taunted with brutal chant as Wolves comeback leaves major title doubtsWOLVES 2-2 ARSENAL: The Premier League title race took another massive twists as the Gunners surrendered a two-goal lead to the side rock bottom of the tableView 3 Images Arsenal look dejected after the final whistle vs Wolves at MolineuxThe jitters hit Arsenal’s title challenge for the second week running. ‌It should never been like this because Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie put Arsenal into a 2-0 lead and yet still they managed to blow it. You really felt the early goal would spur Arsenal on to get more and put the game to bed. View 3 Images Goals from Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie had Arsenal cruising (Image: Ryan Browne/Shutterstock)FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE! ‌View 3 Images Tom Edozie celebrates vs Arsenal (Image: Getty Images)But Arsenal’s comfort blanket did not last long.

February 19, 2026 02:33 UTC

Aer Lingus announces travel gamechanger that will benefit thousands of customersThe policy will be officially extended to all Aer Lingus Regional flights from March 3, 2026View Image Aer Lingus made the announcement on Wednesday. (Image: © 2015 Bloomberg Finance LP)Aer Lingus is extending its current 10kg carry-on baggage policy across all Aer Lingus Regional flights, operated by Emerald Airlines, effective from March 3, 2026. In response to customer feedback, this policy will now be extended across the Aer Lingus Regional network from March 3, 2026. ‌This means customers who book a Plus or Advantage fare with Aer Lingus or Aer Lingus Regional enjoy a free 10kg carry-on bag, no matter the destination. In addition, all Aer Lingus and Aer Lingus Regional customers may also bring a small personal item - such as a handbag or laptop bag - on board free of charge, which must be stowed under the seat in front.

February 19, 2026 01:51 UTC

"Ange would not tell me if I was right or wrong; he would just walk out of the room, and you had to decipher it yourself. Some staff and players hated that because they wanted feedback, but Ange gives none. "He was at Celtic for three months, and the GPS reports would come in an hour after training. Then one day, one player’s pod was not working, and within five minutes, Ange asked, "Where is the player’s pod?" The sports science staff realised then that he is watching everything, but he is not feeding back anything.

February 19, 2026 01:42 UTC

Photograph: Michael Probst/APTwo days of peace talks in Geneva between Ukraine and Russia ended on Wednesday ‌without a breakthrough, with Ukrainian resident Volodymyr Zelenskiy accusing Moscow of stalling US-mediated efforts to end the four-year war. Ukraine's lead negotiator Rustem Umerov reads a statement following the conclusion of US-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva. Kyiv, meanwhile, wants Zaporizhzhia, Europe’s largest nuclear plant, ​to be operated by the US and Ukraine, which Russia has said is unacceptable. Russia's chief negotiator Vladimir Medinsky leaves after the conclusion of talks with Ukraine in Geneva. In all, Russia occupies about ‌20 per cent of Ukraine’s national territory, including Crimea, seized and unilaterally annexed in 2014.

February 19, 2026 01:29 UTC

And as Ireland confronts the rise of AI, it’s workers who must again shape what comes next. History highlights how powerful workers can be in shaping the future. They sense the hammer of AI falling in the workplace, removing entry-level jobs that were a gateway to a stable career." If a generation raised on technology sees AI as a threat, not opportunity, it is a sign that we’re mismanaging this transition. It can lead by example: adopting AI to the highest ethical standards, while demonstrating the gains are shared with workers and reinvested in public services.

February 19, 2026 01:13 UTC