There is bad television that thinks it is good and there is bad television that knows it is bad, and this adaptation of Cork author Catherine Ryan Howard’s 56 Days (Amazon Prime Video) is unapologetically in the latter category. It’s one of the worst things I’ve ever watched, and I loved it. But we know that something has gone wrong because all of this is taking place approximately two months – or, if you prefer, 56 Days – ago. It’s a shame the producers did not stick with the Dublin setting, which would have made 56 Days a deranged cousin thrice removed to Sally Rooney’s Normal People. That show was wild, and 56 Days is even wilder.

More than 4,000 apply to join PSNI in latest recruitment campaignBy Rebecca Black, Press AssociationMore than 4,000 people have applied to join the Police Service of Northern Ireland. According to police data, more than 65 per cent who applied to the student officer campaign are Protestant, 26 per cent are Catholic and 7.7 per cent are undetermined. The percentages largely compare with the recruitment campaign in 2025, although there was a slight drop in the percentage of Catholic applicants (28.8 per cent in 2025). I appeal to people from all backgrounds to consider policing as a career. “I appeal to people from all backgrounds to consider policing as a career.

American billionaire Leon Cooperman increases Man Utd stake as takeover stance emergesSir Jim Ratcliffe completed his partial takeover of Manchester United back in February 2024 and the club’s ownership has now shifted slightly with Leon Cooperman having upped his stake in the Red DevilsView 2 Images Leon Cooperman has increased his stake in Manchester United (Image: Getty Images)American businessman Leon Cooperman has upped his stake in Manchester United but is NOT planning a full takeover. According to The Independent, he now owns 5.2 per cent of United, having purchased another two million shares. Wayne Rooney explained how Cristiano Ronaldo's son at Man Utd made things harder for Kai READ MORE :Man Utd chiefs REGRET Marcus Rashford deal and believe he is now worth £50m READ MORE :MAKE THE MIRROR YOUR FIRST CHOICE! ‌View 2 Images Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been co-owner of Man United since 2024 (Image: Getty Images)FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Latest United news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageIt read: "Manchester United prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming club.

The BBC has confirmed that Dawn French's divisive new sitcom Can You Keep A Secret? The show stars Mark Heap as William and Dawn French as 'domineering granny' Debbie Fendon. Dawn French, best known for her starring role in the Vicar Of Dibley, said of the renewal: 'As chuffed as an actual chuff to hear that we have a second series! Dawn French and the whole creative team have crafted a warm, mischievous comedy that clearly struck a chord with audiences. 'We're delighted to bring it back for a second series and can't wait to see even more secrets unravel.'

A Call of Duty advertisement had been banned for 'trivialising sexual violence'. The female officer, played by American comedian Nikki Glaser, said she and a male agent had replaced staff who were busy playing the video game. The male officer, portrayed by Swedish-American actor Peter Stormare, then frisked the traveller, telling him: 'You've been randomly selected to be manhandled - face the wall.' Swedish-American actor Peter Stormare played the male officer in the advert and has appeared in Call of Duty video games previously as 'The Replacer'. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received nine complaints that the advert was irresponsible and offensive for trivialising sexual violence.

Charli XCX stuns in black leather ensemble at The Moment UK premiereBy Carla Feric, Press Association Entertainment ReporterCharli XCX has stunned in a black leather ensemble at the UK premiere of her mockumentary film The Moment. The 33-year-old singer wore a black leather zip-up jacket with a peplum waist and matching bikini bottoms, which she paired with thigh-high leather boots, at the screening at London’s Picturehouse Central. Skarsgard, 49, wore a black blazer over a low, round-neck satin white top, and paired the ensemble with matching black trousers. Demetriou opted for a casual look, wearing a black collared jacket over a blue and white striped shirt, paired with a black striped tie and blue jeans. Shah, 28, wore a black ensemble, wearing a long trench coat over a hoodie, black chinos and patent dress shoes.

Raye ‘devastated’ as fans denied entry to Paris gig after ‘Ticketmaster error’By Carla Feric, Press Association Entertainment ReporterRaye has said she is “completely devastated” after 65 fans were turned away from her concert in Paris on Sunday night after a “system error” on Ticketmaster. The 28-year-old singer-songwriter took to X on Tuesday to address the incident, and promised complimentary tickets for a future show and a signed vinyl to the fans affected to “soften the blow”. She wrote: “I am completely devastated for the 65 ticket holders who were turned down from entering our Paris show on Sunday night. “I have been told this was a system error at Ticketmaster, meaning 65 tickets were not fully validated when they were purchased, this was outside of anything I could control and I feel saddened and let down. The singer-songwriter, real name Rachel Keen, wrapped up the European leg of her current tour with the concert in Paris on Sunday.

The pupils and staff at Taughmaconnell NS were delighted recently to find a new addition to the school community – a female pine marten. The pine martin had taken up residence in the South Roscommon school’s attic, and was a huge source of excitement. Deputy principal Nicola Cassells told the Herald that once the pine marten’s presence was discovered, they contacted Roscommon Conservation Ranger, Ethan Devaney. “But she was eventually caught.”She added that once they knew about their visitor, the school took the opportunity to learn all about this rare, native mammal. “Pine martens are small, and more numerous in Connacht than anywhere else in the country.

Derby County favourite Max Bird did his old club a massive favour as his goal of the season contender rescued a point for Bristol City against Wrexham - and kept the Rams in the top six. ‌A Joe Williams own goal put the visitors back in front until Bird lashed in from a cross from Jason Knight, another product of the Derby academy. ‌City boss Gerhard Struber said: "We can not be happy with our first half, we were far away from our typical play. Latest Derby County news, analysis and more via our Rams Facebook page‌"There was always going to be a change of dynamic after the break. "The lad's (Max Bird) scored a goal he'll probably never score again against a 6ft 7in keeper, he's volleyed the ball in off the bar.

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JJ Gabriel under intense pressure to break Man Utd record due to Premier League banManchester United academy star JJ Gabriel is banned from Premier League action this season due to age rulesView 2 Images JJ Gabriel is facing a Premier League ban (Image: Manchester United, Manchester United via Getty Images)JJ Gabriel could shatter a Manchester United record that has remained unbroken for nearly 70 years. ‌Were he to play for United today, Gabriel would become the youngest player ever to don the iconic red shirt at senior level. ‌However, Gabriel's early career success, which has already seen him train with the first team, has ironically worked against him under Premier League regulations regarding age. ‌View 2 Images JJ Gabriel has a slim window to make history (Image: Manchester United, Manchester United via Getty Images)There's also the considerable matter of United's current managerial situation. ‌FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE!

However, the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management said: “Flooding is a risk across the country due to the current conditions." “Whether or not a yellow rain warning is in place for a county, all areas will remain at risk of flooding.” They urged the public to remain alert. Warnings expandedOn Tuesday morning, Met Éireann issued a yellow warning for rain applying to all of Leinster as well as Cavan, Monaghan, Cork, Tipperary and Waterford. The double warning applies to areas in the east of the country which have been severely affected by flooding in recent weeks. A third yellow warning for rain applies to Donegal between 2am and 2pm on Wednesday, with Met Éireann warning that falls of sleet and snow are possible.

Seafront to undergo complete transformation with new cycle routes, restaurant and skate parkIt could include the introduction of dedicated cycle lanes and the resurfacing of worn roads and pavementsView 2 Images Neath Port Talbot Council is set to launch a public consultation on plans for the 4.7km stretch of Aberavon seafront (Image: John Myers)Neath Port Talbot Council is set to go out to public consultation over plans to develop better walking and cycling routes along Aberavon seafront. If taken forward the project could see improvements made to a 4.7km stretch along the seafront, with work to create a continuous circular route that links the seafront with the National Cycle Network Route 4 on the Afan Way dual carriageway. ‌The initial route proposal would focus on a number of “important ” local streets such as Solar Way, Princess Margaret Way, Scarlet Avenue, Handel Avenue and Purcell Avenue. ‌The Aberavon area was brought in to the spotlight in 2025, after a massive backlash from residents caused Neath Port Talbot Council to reverse the introduction of parking charges along Aberavon seafront. This will come alongside face to face events held at Aberavon Leisure Centre on March 2 and March 7, 2026.

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde with Minister for Finance Simon Harris: ECB boss is expected to step down early next year. There has been speculation for a while that ECB president, Christine Lagarde, whose term ends in October 2027, might go early. Who will take over as ECB president, one of the most important EU jobs, is decided by the bloc’s 27 leaders. In the mix will be a number of roles, not just ECB president. Candidates included Finland’s Olli Rehn, Croatia’s central bank governor Boris Vujčić and other names from Portugal, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.

How hard could it be to make Japanese soufflé pancakes? Very hard, as it turns out. Niamh Browne puts her baking skills to the test. Video: Niamh Browne