Simon Harris to visit London in second St Patrick’s Day trip
Tánaiste and finance minister Simon Harris will begin his second St Patrick’s Day trip of the season in London on Sunday. As part of the London leg of his trip, the Tánaiste will participate in a number of community events, including the London St Patrick’s Day parade today as well as meetings with a wide range of Irish community leaders. Tanaiste and Finance Minister Simon Harris during a St. Patrick's Day political reception at the Embassy of Ireland in Paris, during his visit to France. “Across Britain, hundreds of thousands of people claim Irish heritage,” Mr Harris said. “The St Patrick’s Day festival provides an opportunity to connect and celebrate a shared heritage.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 15, 2026 00:10 UTC
F1 chiefs CONFIRM cancellation of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races due to Middle East conflict - leaving month-long gap in the calendar after no suitable alternatives found
Formula One bosses have officially called off next month's grands prix in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia owing to conflict in the Middle East. While several alternatives were considered, it was decided that no substitution will be made in April. 'The decision has been taken in full consultation with Formula One Group, local promoters and member clubs in the region.' Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton said prior to the decision: 'I know Stefano will do what is right for us and the sport. 'Those races are a long way off,' said one source within Formula One Management.
Source:Daily Mail
March 15, 2026 00:05 UTC
Staffordshire fraudster jailed after £900k racket busted
Staffordshire fraudster jailed after £900k racket bustedDavid Grundy has been locked upView Image York Crown CourtA man who made fake education and professional certificates has been jailed for three years. But the 61-year-old - of Coton Avenue, Stafford - was busted by the National Trading Standards eCrime Team. In 2021 a Trading Standards investigation began and in December of that year a warrant was executed at Grundy’s home. When individuals can pass fake certificates off as genuine, it puts the public at risk. Fake certificates undermine that effort and today’s outcome reflects how serious and unacceptable this activity is.”Get even more North Staffordshire exclusives - and it is freeArticle continues below
Source:Daily Mirror
March 14, 2026 23:55 UTC
Sandro Tonali's agent namechecks Arsenal and Man City in transfer 'goal' admission
Sandro Tonali's agent namechecks Arsenal and Man City in transfer 'goal' admissionThe agent of Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has again made headlines after suggesting his client could be on the move at the end of the seasonView 2 Images Sandro Tonali has been repeatedly linked with a move away from NewcastleNewcastle United officials are believed to be frustrated after Sandro Tonali's agent made more public comments about his client's future. Despite Arsenal sources confirming Tonali is not on the Gunners' radar, Manchester City and Manchester United continue to be linked with the midfielder. When questioned about his transfer to Newcastle, Riso said: "The deal came about because a club like Newcastle with unlimited financial resources had decided to invest in Sandro. Discussing the likelihood of Tonali being in high demand following the World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico, Riso said: "If he shines at the World Cup, will City or Arsenal be hot on his heels? Everyone is waiting for the World Cup; then a thousand scenarios will unfold, but it all kicks off after the World Cup."
Source:Daily Mirror
March 14, 2026 23:50 UTC
John Swinney in £500m childcare pledge in Holyrood pledge
Mr Swinney said there “could be no clearer sign” that “Westminster’s time is up”. Mr Swinney said his party now “need to do the same again”. It came as Mr Swinney set out to win the votes of working parents with a “transformational” extension of free childcare. This help would be available to parents 52 weeks a year, Mr Swinney pledged, and would be “backed by over £0.5 billion of new investment”. “Our new approach will mean families benefit from between £1,400 up to over £11,000 dependent on need,” Mr Swinney said.
Source:The Herald
March 14, 2026 23:49 UTC
New hope for Harry over welcome back to Royal Family 'as William is watching'
Their visit Down Under comes just weeks after Harry and Meghan completed another overseas trip with their whirlwind two-day visit to Jordan. With the international visit just weeks away, a PR expert believes the trip could be new hope for Harry to build bridges with his estranged brother Prince William, and could even be a path back into the royal fold. Harry will be speaking on a panel in Melbourne about mental health, while Meghan will be the guest of honour for a ‘girl’s weekend’ retreat in Sydney. Despite only being announced within the last week, many royal commentators and fans alike have shared their thoughts on the Sussexes visit, with the press surrounding the trip no doubt reaching the palace and the Royal Family. The brothers have had an incredibly strained relationship, which has shown no signs of relenting as Harry has continued with his public jabs against the Firm.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 14, 2026 23:46 UTC
The proof that Oscar Piastri was ROBBED at China Grand Prix as Aussie reveals the McLaren weakness holding him back
Oscar Piastri may have been robbed of a crucial position during the China Grand Prix weekend - and new footage appears to back up the Australian's case. Former world champion Jacques Villeneuve was among those who blasted the decision, arguing Antonelli had forfeited his right to the position. 'Antonelli went off the track, so at that point, you've given up the right to stay ahead,' he said. Despite the drama, Piastri ultimately finished sixth in the sprint race after being told by McLaren to relinquish the position. While McLaren remains clearly the third-fastest team in the field, the gap to Mercedes – and even Ferrari – remains significant.
Source:Daily Mail
March 14, 2026 23:31 UTC
Sarah Carey: President Catherine Connolly is gambling with Irish livelihoods by wading into foreign affairs
Sarah Carey: President Catherine Connolly is gambling with Irish livelihoods by wading into foreign affairsHead of state has stepped outside of her remit – and made the Taoiseach’s unenviable task of keeping Donald Trump onside this week even harderPresident Catherine Connolly’s comments will make Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s US trip even trickier than it already was. Photo: GettySarah Carey Yesterday at 06:30My mother keeps a copy of the Irish Constitution in the kitchen. We check it regularly when political disputes arise. If there were more people like my mother, there wouldn’t be such confusion about the presidency.
Source:Irish Independent
March 14, 2026 23:26 UTC
King's favourite tenor in Airbnb row: Opera star who sang for Charles and shared stage with Beyonce must shut illegal holiday let at £1.5m home
He has performed for the King, shared the stage with Beyonce and wowed crowds of 80,000 at the Millennium Stadium. But opera star Geoff Sewell has now found himself facing a decidedly less glamorous audience - local council planners. Officials said the couple had been listing the retreat on Airbnb since 2023 despite never obtaining planning permission to use it as 'temporary sleeping accommodation'. Mr Sewell and Ms Lanham have been handed one month to stop using the cabin as temporary accommodation. At one huge London wedding, he said guests barely reacted when pop star Pink took to the stage.
Source:Daily Mail
March 14, 2026 23:24 UTC
Property in heart of County Roscommon village going for auction online
A two storey end terrace town house in Ballinagare village, with a guide price of €79,000, will go for auction online on Thursday, March 26th at 12 noon. This property, which needs renovations, comprises sitting room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, bathroom, large room, which was previously a shop area with sitting room and WC off same. On the first floor there are three bedrooms and a shower room. The property includes a secure yard to the rear with side access. “This property offers huge potential and viewing is highly recommended,” said auctioneer James Kilcoyne.
Source:The Herald
March 14, 2026 23:13 UTC
‘I’m so full of myself this morning that I’m actually making myself sick’
I’m so full of myself this morning that I’m actually making myself sick. I mean, what a lovely thing for me to hear.”Sorcha goes, “I’m sure we’re all delighted for you, Ross.”Brian, Johnny and Leo definitely aren’t? I’m there, “Yeah, no, I actually said to Mr Vesey after training the other day that I wish his children were mine and my children were his. Common as muck’Opens in new window ]I’m there, “Chicken pox?” and Brian, Johnny and Leo are suddenly all ears. I notice that Brian, Johnny and Leo are all staring at me, their little faces full of hope and expectation.
Source:The Irish Times
March 14, 2026 23:02 UTC
Celtic just two off the top as Hearts slip up against Kilmarnock
Hearts' advantage at the top of the William Hill Premiership is down to two points after they lost 1-0 to Kilmarnock at Rugby Park on Saturday night. Celtic had turned up the heat on the league leaders earlier in the day with a victory over Motherwell, and the Jambos were unable to muster a positive response. Michael Schjonning-Larsen's first-half goal proved decisive for Killie, who held firm thereafter to move nine points clear of bottom side Livingston and level with 10th-placed St Mirren. Killie's tails were up and Joe Hugill saw an effort charged down by Jamie McCart in the box as they chased a second. Killie remained a threat and Hugill saw a shot from edge of the box beaten away by Schwolow.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 14, 2026 23:01 UTC
'An act of helping' - Tudor defends hooking Kinsky after Madrid calamity
Igor Tudor has defended his man-management skills and revealed he hugged Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky during half-time of Tuesday's 5-2 thrashing at Atletico Madrid. Yet, ahead of Sunday's trip to Liverpool, Tudor explained: "When you do that substitution after 15 minutes, the coach loses in both cases. Asked if he did give a shell-shocked Kinsky a hug at half-time, Tudor insisted: "Of course." It was Toni in the goal for that game, normal situation," Tudor insisted. Tottenham Hotspur Supporters' Trust described Tuesday's result as a "total disgrace" and demanded a refund for fans out in Madrid.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 14, 2026 23:01 UTC
Man City watch title bid falter after being held by West Ham
Man City watch title bid falter after being held by West HamBy Andy Sims, Press AssociationManchester City’s title bid was left in tatters after a 1-1 draw at relegation-threatened West Ham left them nine points behind leaders Arsenal. It was a former Gunners player, Konstantinos Mavropanos, who did the damage with West Ham’s equaliser after Bernardo Silva had given City the lead. It was also a big night at the other end of the pitch, with a point lifting West Ham out of the relegation zone for the first time since December. However, the lead lasted just four minutes before Jarrod Bowen swung in West Ham’s first corner of the match. Hermansen then tipped a Tijjani Reijnders effort and Marc Guehi skied a late chance as West Ham held out to do their London neighbours, and themselves, a massive favour.
Source:Irish Independent
March 14, 2026 22:59 UTC
The online dangers of eating disorder content: 'I watched a few of her videos and quickly thought: 'I don't trust myself with this''
The online dangers of eating disorder content: 'I watched a few of her videos and quickly thought: 'I don't trust myself with this''The number of people seeking help for disordered eating has risen in recent years, while experts warn social media algorithms can steer vulnerable users towards harmful body and diet materialFeeding the algorithm: How diet culture on social media is fuelling eating disordersKirsty Blake Knox Yesterday at 06:30‘At the start… it was toxic,” Ciara Regan (28) says of the online pro-anorexia community of which she was a member. ‘Let’s do this illness together’ and ‘Let’s be the best anorexic that you can be’ were examples of the type of encouragement member would give each other. “There are all these tips and tricks,” she says.
Source:Irish Independent
March 14, 2026 22:57 UTC