De Ligt has been out since November with a back problem, but is finally nearing full fitness. ‌The centre-back, however, has another personal goal: to rediscover his fitness and convince Ronald Koeman that he is worthy of a place in the Netherlands' squad for the World Cup this summer. They have just 12 Premier League games left this season before the World Cup kicks off on June 11. Squads will be announced a month prior to the first match, between Mexico and South Africa, on May 11, two weeks before the end of the Premier League season. Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

Former Irish basketball chief believes boycotting games would trigger severe Uefa punishment and bury Irish messageScarred by his own experience of trying but failing to have Israel banned from international competition in basketball, former FAI CEO Bernard O’Byrne says that refusing to play Ireland’s Nations League games against Israel in the autumn would be an “empty gesture”. But the former football chief, adamant that under no circumstances should Ireland agree to play the away tie in Israel itself, says that a Dublin clash with the Israelis should be used to demonstrate the level of opposition in Ireland to Israeli government policies in Gaza and to contribute to the “isolation” of Israel as a state.

A Utah caregiver has been accused of leaving three disabled patients to die in his unventilated garage while he snacked and watched anime. According to his charges, Pulu then left the men unattended and entered his home for hours before checking on them. Upon entering the garage, Pulu found all three of the disabled patients unconscious. That means in total, he had allegedly left the patients unattended for four and a half hours. They are left unattended with the vehicle running [for an] extended period of time.

But giving them unusual objects such as whisks and potato mashers could help hold their attention for longer and boost development, research suggests. As part of a study, she analysed how 32 children aged between two and four played with both familiar and unusual objects at home. Familiar objects, meanwhile, included dolls, cars and plastic food items. On average, unusual objects were touched 40 times during the 10 minute play session compared to 30 times for familiar toys. When asked if the children appeared more engaged with unusual objects, Ms Witmer said: 'Definitely.

Topshop is coming back to UK high streets - all 32 locationsThe fashion brand is relaunching in towns and cities across the UKView 3 Images Topshop, and Topman, will be back on UK high streets across England, Scotland and Wales (Image: georgeclerk via Getty Images)Topshop will be making a return to the high street as part of a major revival deal with John Lewis. ‌Last year, the John Lewis Partnership announced a collaboration between the historic department store business and Topshop, which began with pop-ups in several John Lewis locations. Topshop, and its sibling brand Topman, has been absent from UK high streets since former owner Arcadia went into administration in 2021. Partnering with John Lewis brings Topshop back to high streets across the UK with the level of service our customers expect." Mr Ruis, managing director of John Lewis, said: "This moment marks a significant acceleration of our fashion ambition at John Lewis.

A witness from this hospital appeared by video link at Cork Circuit Criminal Court on Monday to say that they simply did not have a place at this time for Patrick Sibanyoni of Dundanion Lodge, Blackrock, Cork. However, the case was further adjourned until February 17 to see if a suitable location for his treatment could be found. Judge Boyle said after hearing the evidence: “I accept what you are saying — there simply are not enough beds to accommodate all the persons in the state who need them. “The reality is that if that if this man does not get treatment he will never be fit to plead. Judge Helen Boyle said the accused was clearly unwell and his condition was deteriorating while in prison over the past eight months.

Didn't have a good picture of a Rapids player that reflected my sadness about Matt Doyle leaving MLSSoccer.com. He’s been doing content outside of MLS Soccer for about a year now. There have been times that MLSSoccer.com seemed to stand for Messi League Soccer or Marketing League Soccer, not Major League Soccer. With that comes introductions of “and here’s so-and-so, who will be on the call, only on Apple TV.” MLS Season Pass has many talented people. But that’s happened alongside SB Nation backing out MLS team sites that now sees BW independent.

AThe Israeli producer of hit spy thriller Tehran was found dead on Sunday at a hotel room in Athens, Greek police officials said while a probe into the incident is under way. The body of the 52-year-old woman, identified as Dana Eden, was found after a relative made several failed attempts to reach her. The case is being treated as suicide based on evidence and testimonies, the police officials said. "This is a moment of great sorrow for the family, friends, and colleagues," international production company Donna and Shula Productions said in a statement. "The production company wishes to clarify that rumors regarding a criminal or nationalistic-related death are not true and are unfounded," it said, urging media and the public to refrain from publishing unverified claims.

All smiles from the clever members of the winning team in the senior category at the annual Tullamore Credit Union Quiz, who represented their school, Scoil Shinchill, Killeigh with distinction at the event. Scoil Shinchill, Killeigh emerge as winners of credit union quizThe clever pupils from Scoil Shinchill in Killeigh beat off very stiff competition from schools right around county Offaly to emerge as winners of the senior category at the hugely-popular annual quiz organised by Tullamore Credit Union last week. The winning team will now go on to compete in the Credit Union Schools Quiz National Final which takes place in Dublin's RDS on Sunday, April 19 next. Scoil Shinchill paid tribute to all their pupils in a Facebook post and described the event as "a fantastic night" for the whole school community, with the Junior Team from Killeigh also performing very well. The school said it was so proud of both its Senior and Junior Teams who put in massive work" in preparation for the quiz, and they also paid tribute to teachers, Ms Murray and Ms Gannon who helped prepare the teams in advance of the credit union quiz.

It found that employer encouragement plays a decisive role in the adoption of AI technology. In Ireland, 37% of workers said there were high levels of employer encouragement to use AI, compared to just 12% in Japan. In Ireland, 72% of respondents report using AI personally, suggesting workers may be more comfortable experimenting with AI independently. AI disengagementAround 16% of Irish workers are disengaged from AI, defined as rarely using the technology and seeing no need for training, the lowest share among the countries surveyed. Nearly six in 10 Irish AI users (58%) say they are not receiving enough training on AI, compared with 49% of non-users.

Explainer: Why are Irish citizens advised against travel to Cuba and what does it mean for my holiday or insurance? Irish citizens are advised to avoid non-essential travel to Cuba meaning insurance policies may be invalidatedCuba (Getty)Pól Ó Conghaile Yesterday at 18:08Ireland’s official travel advice for Cuba has been updated to “avoid non-essential travel”. So what exactly does that mean, and how might it impact a holiday?

Man Utd news: Michael Carrick scraps Ruben Amorim rule as shock move emergesManchester United's free schedule this week has benefitted some of their key starsView 3 Images Michael Carrick's influence at Manchester United has been heavily felt (Image: Getty Images)A near two-week break without a game is not a normal occurrence for Manchester United. ‌Despite the club almost certainly ending the season without silverware, supporters are in high spirits thanks to the dramatic shift in performances and results under Michael Carrick since his appointment last month. Carrick scraps Amorim ruleView 3 Images Michael Carrick has gotten rid of one of Ruben Amorim's key rules (Image: Getty Images)The morale at Old Trafford has dramatically risen since Carrick's appointment last month. Michael Carrick scraps Ruben Amorim rule - and Man Utd duo take instant advantage READ MORE :Man Utd consider shock Alexis Mac Allister transfer raid on fierce rivals Liverpool READ MORE :However, Carrick has lifted his rule with Bruno Fernandes and Senne Lammens both utilising the freedom. FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE!

Pictured at the launch of the Tullamore and District Chamber of Commerce annual business awards were Chamber members (l. to r.) Breda Colgan, Noel McCann., Cara Kearns, Ger Scully and Anne StarlingNominees announced for Tullamore Chamber Business AwardsTullamore & District Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for the 2026 Tullamore & District Chamber of Commerce Business AwardsThe awards will take place on Friday, March 20, at the Bridge House Hotel, Tullamore. The Business Awards are a flagship event celebrating excellence, innovation, leadership and community impact across the local business landscape. Commenting on the announcement of the nominees, Caroline Collins, President of Tullamore & District Chamber of Commerce, said: “I would like to warmly congratulate all of the businesses and individuals nominated for the 2026 Tullamore & District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. Tickets for the 2026 Tullamore & District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards are on sale now and can be purchased through the Chamber website at www.tullamorechamber.com. Guests will enjoy a drinks reception with music on arrival, followed by a delicious four-course meal, before the awards ceremony recognises excellence across the local business community.

Duvall got the part at the suggestion of the film's screenwriter, Horton Foote, who had liked Duvall's work in one of his plays. Foote later wrote Tender Mercies, a 1983 film for which Duvall won the Academy Award for best actor as a washed-up country singer. Another was for Best Supporting Actor for Coppola's The Godfather, playing Tom Hagen, consigliere to the Corleone Mafia family. Duvall appeared in the second Godfather film but rejected the third because he considered the salary offer inadequate. Duvall also was nominated for Oscars for The Great Santini, The Apostle, A Civil Action and The Judge in 2014.

Mainoo, 20, didn't start a single Premier League game this season before Amorim was sacked on January 5. ‌"Kobbie Mainoo didn't even get a chance under Ruben really," the United legend claimed on Stick to Football. "If you think about it now and look at Mainoo in this team, that looks like the worst decision Ruben Amorim made." FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Ensure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google SearchView 3 Images Kobbie Mainoo has been revitalised since Ruben Amorim was sacked (Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)‌"It killed Kobbie Mainoo.