Reece James's injury hell returns to haunt him: Chelsea captain out for weeks with hamstring problem
Chelsea have been dealt the blow that their captain, Reece James, has sustained another hamstring injury which requires a scan. James played back-to-back full matches in four days, first away at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League and then at home to Newcastle in the Premier League. However, eyebrows were raised when he was missing from their open training session on Monday morning before the visit of PSG in their Champions League last-16 second leg on Tuesday night. With a hamstring injury, it's never great. Chelsea need to stage a miraculous comeback to avoid falling out of the Champions League to PSG, who won 5-2 in Paris last week.
Source:Daily Mail
March 16, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Gwyneth Paltrow left fans horrified as she experienced a wardrobe malfunction in her racy Oscars dress that nearly exposed her entirely. The 53-year-old actress - who recently appeared to call out A-listers who wear 'a costume' to the Met Gala - joined other celebrities during Hollywood's biggest night on Sunday at the 98th Annual Academy Awards. Share this video: Gwyneth horrifies fans with Oscars wardrobe malfunction
Source:Daily Mail
March 16, 2026 14:23 UTC
Hit noughties sci-fi series dubbed 'best show ever made' by fans set for return after more than two decades
A beloved noughties sci-fi series branded by fans as the 'best show ever made' is set for a return after two decades. Series star Nathan Fillion - who played Malcolm 'Mal' Reynolds - announced at Awesome Con in Washington DC that an animated reboot is in advanced development. Nathan, 54, told the publication: 'The dedication of Firefly fans has kept this 25-year-old show relevant. Another said: 'This is possibly one of the best series ever, and certainly is among the best science fiction series or movies ever made.' A third wrote: 'This is one of the absolute best sci-fi shows ever created and got the royal screw treatment by Fox.'
Source:Daily Mail
March 16, 2026 14:19 UTC
Michael B Jordan pays tribute to other black winners in emotional Oscars speech
Michael B Jordan pays tribute to other black winners in emotional Oscars speechBy Laura Harding, Deputy Entertainment EditorMichael B Jordan paid tribute to past black Oscar winners as he was named best actor at the Academy Awards. He continued: “Thank you, everybody in this room and everybody at home, for supporting me over my career. Michael B Jordan with his Oscar (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Photo by Jordan Strauss“Thank you for everybody in this room that has something to do with my success. I love you.”Jordan won one of four gongs for Sinners, including best original screenplay for Ryan Coogler, best score, and best cinematography. The cinematography prize was won by Autumn Durald Arkapaw, the first woman to be recognised in the category in its history.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2026 14:11 UTC
Fears of an AI job massacre grow as Facebook-owner Meta plots to axe one in five staff
Meta could slash more than 20 percent of its workforce as the company that owns Facebook pours billions into artificial intelligence. The potential cuts could affect over 15,000 of the tech giant's employees, according to sources cited by Reuters. Senior executives have reportedly told leaders across the company to begin planning ways to reduce headcount as Meta pushes deeper into AI and automation. The looming cuts come as Zuckerberg doubles down on AI - pouring vast sums into new data centers, research teams and powerful AI models. Software company Atlassian also announced plans to cut about 10 percent of its workforce to focus on AI.
Source:Daily Mail
March 16, 2026 14:05 UTC
Poll: One in five Scottish adults can't access a dentist
The findings come as the BDA urges political parties to commit to “future proofing” NHS dentistry in Scotland. The professional body has published a manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to take further action to improve access to care and tackle widening oral health inequalities. Albert Yeung, chair of the BDA’s Scottish Council, said the sustainability of NHS dentistry now depends on decisive government action. “This significant and continued investment in NHS dentistry is delivering for the people of Scotland and supporting high volumes of patient access to NHS care. “We have delivered almost 1.1 million courses of NHS dental treatment in the latest quarter – with 96% of the Scottish population registered with an NHS dentist.”
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2026 14:03 UTC
Sex File: His phone use is killing our love life
My husband is in his 50s, but is as addicted to his phone as our teenagers. Phubbing is annoying enough when you are having dinner, but it is particularly irritating when you are in bed together. In men, problematic smartphone use correlated with lower erectile function, lower desire, intercourse dissatisfaction, overall sexual dissatisfaction and more difficulties having orgasms. In women, problematic use of smartphones correlated with difficulties with lubrication, difficulties having orgasms, sexual dissatisfaction, coital pain and greater sexual distress. He will sleep better — blue light from smartphones interferes with circadian rhythm — and he will rediscover his interest in sex.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 16, 2026 14:00 UTC
Wayne Rooney reveals the shockingly low wages he earned when he broke the Premier League's goal record aged just 16 with iconic goal against Arsenal
Rooney announced himself to the world with his first Premier League goal aged 16 - a stunning winner for Everton against Arsenal. Rooney's goal against Arsenal in 2002 - a sumptuous long-range strike into the top corner - made him the youngest Premier League goalscorer of all time. He is even being mentioned in the World Cup conversation. Theo Walcott was taken along to the 2006 World Cup aged 17, though he has since admitted it was not helpful for him. Arsenal have seven more Premier League games, including four in May, while they remain in the Carabao Cup, FA Cup and Champions League.
Source:Daily Mail
March 16, 2026 13:58 UTC
Jimmy Kimmel makes dig at Trump on Oscars stage
Jimmy Kimmel makes dig at Trump on Oscars stageBy Jenny Garnsworthy, Press AssociationJimmy Kimmel’s dig at Donald Trump and director Paul Thomas Anderson referencing “the mess that we left in this world” were among several politically charged comments from stars on the stage of the 98th Academy Awards. Javier Bardem wore a ‘No to war’ badge (John Locher/AP) Photo by John LocherTV host Jimmy Kimmel was also on presenting duty. Ahead of announcing the winners of documentary short and documentary feature, he appeared to make a dig at the US president, whose wife Melania’s own documentary recently released. “As you know, there are some countries whose leaders don’t support free speech.”Kimmel went on to announce the documentary feature winner as Mr Nobody Against Putin. Let us celebrate not because we think all is well, but because we work and hope for better.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2026 13:56 UTC
Israel plans at least three more weeks of Iran war; Starmer says UK won’t be dragged into conflict
In a briefing on Monday, Israeli military spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani told reporters that there are detailed operational plans for the war with Iran in place for the next three weeks, along with additional plans extending further ahead. The military, which has mobilized over 110,000 reservists, has said it still has thousands of targets to hit inside Iran. Energy markets faced further disruption with oil loading operations suspended following an Iranian drone strike at the UAE port of Fujairah. Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorious ruled out his country's participation in any military activity in the Iran war, including efforts to reopen the strait. The Israeli military said on Monday its troops had begun limited ground operations against positions in southern Lebanon held by Hezbollah.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2026 13:54 UTC
US futures edge higher amid hopes for oil transport artery
The Nikkei Stock Average continued to fall, as investors raised concerns about longer-term economic damage from spiking oil prices. US stock futures edged higher after several tankers managed to traverse the Strait of Hormuz on the weekend, raising hopes that the key oil transport artery could reopen. High oil prices are keeping alive worries about inflation and economic growth. Gold has fallen below $5,000 as high oil prices threaten Fed rate cuts. “Concerns about an economic slowdown due to rising oil prices are being factored in,” Sawada said.
Source:The Irish Times
March 16, 2026 13:45 UTC
Is pasta really that bad for you? How you CAN eat it and not put on weight, according to experts
Pasta has been demonised by dieters – but one expert tells the Daily Mail it can be part of a healthy, balanced dietWhat is the nutritional value of pasta? Calories, carbs and key nutrients explainedBesides carbohydrates and fibre, pasta contains a range of vitamins and minerals, meaning it can play a useful role in a balanced diet. Fresh egg pasta contains slightly more fat due to the eggs, but the amount remains modest. A typical serving made from 75g of dried pasta contains roughly 270 calories, about ten per cent of an average adult's recommended daily intake. 'Gnocchi tends to be softer and slightly higher in starch but often lower in protein than traditional pasta,' Ludlam–Raine explains.
Source:Daily Mail
March 16, 2026 13:33 UTC
Government has not published risk assessment since 2024 despite rising global tensions
The most recent assessment was published in September 2024 under then taoiseach Simon Harris, and no updated report has yet been issued. “The national risk assessment provides an opportunity to identify and discuss significant strategic risks which may arise for Ireland,” Martin said in his reply. “My department is currently reflecting on the national risk assessment process with a view to producing the next iteration later this year,” he said. “At the same time, the Government has decided that they didn’t need to do a new national risk assessment for 2025 or 2026,” he said. Martin said the national risk assessment is only one element of Ireland’s broader system for managing risks and preparing for potential crises.
Source:The Irish Times
March 16, 2026 13:32 UTC
Oil rises to $106 a barrel as key UAE port gets hit for second time in three days
The US said late on Friday that it had struck military sites on Kharg Island, which handles the bulk of Iran's oil shipments, although the Fars News Agency reported that exports from the island were continuing. Oil loading at Fujairah was suspended and damage was being assessed, according to people familiar with the latest incident. That followed a drone strike at the site on Saturday, which interrupted shipments from the country's only viable oil export route. After the attack on Kharg, it "looks like the market is pricing disruption rather than a full supply shock," he added. The drawn-out conflict is taking a toll on energy consumers, prompting China's biggest oil refiner to trim run rates although officials said Beijing's robust energy supply can cushion external shocks despite oil price volatility.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2026 13:31 UTC
Andy Farrell drops big hint on new Ireland deal, admitting: ‘You know I love this’
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell with Darragh Murray after their victory over Scotland at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Photo: Brendan Moran/SportsfileAndy Farrell has given his strongest indication yet that he would like to stay on as Ireland head coach beyond next year’s World Cup. Having led Ireland to the Triple Crown and a second-place Six Nations finish on a dramatic final day, Farrell is now set to have discussions with the IRFU about his future.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2026 13:30 UTC