O'Connor not expecting injured Kerry cohort to recover for Division One final
Jack O’Connor is not expecting a wave of freshly fit players in time for next week’s Division One league final against Donegal. With the history of injuries he had last year, we just want to be careful with him. David Clifford and Sean O’Shea have been leading lights throughout a seven-game campaign to date in which the Munster side has won four, drawn two and lost just the one (against next week’s final opponents Donegal). “I know the hunger they're showing, they're literally playing every minute,” said O’Connor. “I know David was off for the Donegal game, but Sean O'Shea has had some campaign.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 22, 2026 21:58 UTC
Unmasked: The creepy Queensland science teacher who made unspeakably VILE comments to stunned Year 10 students
According to the tribunal, Morgan apologised to one student after he said, 'I'll cum on your mum's back' in front of his classmates. An investigation was launched when two Year 10 students reported the comments to the boarding school director in April 2023. According to the published decision, Morgan provided evidence to prove he had been upfront about his behaviour with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT). 'At the time of his employment, Mr Morgan held current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers, the statutory authority responsible for regulating the teaching profession in Queensland. Morgan is still registered as a teacher with Queensland College of Teachers, according to their website, with his registration due to expire on February 28, 2029.
Source:Daily Mail
March 22, 2026 21:58 UTC
Ómós appoints general manager and marketing lead
New Abbeyleix restaurant and guesthouse Ómós has appointed Patrick Healy as general manager and Alanna Starnes as marketing manager. Led by chef Cúán Greene, a former chef at Michelin-star restaurants Noma and Geranium in Copenhagen, and Bastible in Dublin, Ómós is a 16-bedroom guesthouse and 40-seat restaurant on 4.2 acres in Co Laois.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 22, 2026 21:57 UTC
The Irish Times view on Lebanon: lessons of history are cast aside
Around 500 Israeli air attacks in southern Lebanon and south Beirut, the illegal displacement of one million people and now an occupation by Israeli ground troops have happened in under two weeks. Israeli attacks continued on Sunday, including on bridges in Southern Lebanon, as the Lebanese authorities said they feared a wider invasion was imminent. That threat has been endemic in southern Lebanon ever since the movement was founded after the Israeli invasion of 1982 began this long historical cycle of resistance under Iranian tutelage. It suits Netanyahu to continue a state of emergency even if the Iran war is over soon – which looks increasingly unlikely. His government favours brute force over diplomacy even if this requires another indefinite occupation of southern Lebanon.
Source:The Irish Times
March 22, 2026 21:52 UTC
The Irish Times view on flood warnings: who is in charge?
No timeline exists for the introduction of the next phase, which envisions local flooding alerts sent by text to people’s phones. Responsibility for flood warning and abatement is split between three Government departments, various agencies and the local authorities. The OPW – which is part of the Department of Public Expenditure – is responsible for flood defences. No department - and by extension no Minister – seems willing to take the lead on the project. They will also serve as a lightning rod when the system fails; either by not warning of a flood, or for warning of a flood that does not transpire.
Source:The Irish Times
March 22, 2026 21:52 UTC
March Madness coach jumps ship to rival team after loss
Bryan Hodgson has left South Florida to take over as the new men's basketball coach of Providence - just days after USF was eliminated from March Madness. He replaces Kim English, whose three-year tenure ended earlier this month after a loss to St. John's in the Big East Tournament quarterfinals. Before joining the Bulls, Hodgson spent two seasons at Arkansas State, going 45-28. The Bulls earned an automatic spot in the NCAA Tournament, only for their season to end with a 83-79 loss to Louisville. 'This is a program with a proud tradition, passionate fan base, and a city that truly embraces its team,' Hodgson said.
Source:Daily Mail
March 22, 2026 21:52 UTC
Community ‘shocked and saddened’ after death of young mother in Derry
A murder investigation is under way after the death of a woman in Derry. Photograph: Charles McQuillan/Getty ImagesA local community has been “shocked and saddened by the tragic murder of a young mother”. On Saturday, police launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman – named locally as Amy Doherty – in Co Derry. Mayor of Derry City Ruairí McHugh said he is “deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic murder of a young mother, whose life was taken so violently today”. “My thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends at this unimaginably difficult time,” he wrote.
Source:The Irish Times
March 22, 2026 21:51 UTC
Mikel Arteta: Not winning trophies has been ‘difficult to accept’ for Arsenal
Mikel Arteta: Not winning trophies has been ‘difficult to accept’ for ArsenalBy Philip Duncan, Press AssociationMikel Arteta admitted Arsenal’s trophy drought has been “difficult to accept” as he prepares to end six years of hurt in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. Arteta will lock horns with former mentor Pep Guardiola at Wembley Stadium for the first hurdle of Arsenal’s unprecedented quadruple quest. Arteta won the FA Cup in his opening season as Arsenal manager, but his side have fallen short since, and Sunday’s encounter will be their first final since their 2020 triumph, 2,059 days ago. “But, yes, it has been difficult to accept because I want to win every competition that I’m involved in. Arteta also holds a perfect record at Wembley for Arsenal as both a player and a manager, having played eight and won eight.
Source:Irish Independent
March 22, 2026 21:45 UTC
Mother who lost five family members in Buncrana pier tragedy ‘overwhelmed’ by support
Louise James, who lost her partner, two sons, sister and mother, with her daughter, Rioghnach-Anne (10). Photograph: Brian Lawless/PA WireA mother who lost five members of her family in a pier tragedy 10 years ago has said it “feels like it was yesterday” as hundreds came out for a memorial walk. With the 10-year anniversary of their deaths approaching, hundreds attended a memorial walk in Buncrana wearing red and white. Donations for the walk were collected for the RNLI, and the walk finished at Lough Swilly RNLI lifeboat station. She added: “It was great just to support the RNLI and the good work that they really do.
Source:The Irish Times
March 22, 2026 21:43 UTC
Francis Brennan: ‘I’ll die in Kerry – I’m not leaving Kerry’
“Travel opens the mind.”I’ll die in Kerry – I’m not leaving Kerry — Francis BrennanA recent trip was to San Diego in California, where he visited the renowned Hotel del Coronado, catching the sun, before moving cross country to the snow in New York. Francis Brennan is engaged with all aspects of his collection with Dunnes Stores. The USP of the Francis Brennan The Collection range is simple: “anything you can find in a five-star luxury hotel, we can replicate at a good price” says Brennan. “I’ll die in Kerry – I’m not leaving Kerry,” he says. Francis Brennan has been a regular on TV since 2008.
Source:The Irish Times
March 22, 2026 21:40 UTC
Pep Guardiola admits even HE didn't think Man City would beat Arsenal in Carabao Cup final - as he hails 'extraordinary' match-winner Nico O'Reilly
Nico O'Reilly's brace downed the Premier League leaders at Wembley, with the academy product labelled 'extraordinary' by the City manager. Guardiola claimed that his team were huge underdogs and can use the Carabao Cup triumph as a platform for future success. Pep Guardiola admitted not even he thought Manchester City would beat Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final'When a group of players win and win, it makes them think, "OK we can do it'. To win a final, to beat this team - we know how good they are. To bring it in at senior level and the highest level, it's good for me and adds goals to my game.
Source:Daily Mail
March 22, 2026 21:36 UTC
Two men charged after €2.75m worth of drugs seized in Co Dublin
Ottoline SpearmanTwo men have been charged following the seizure of €2.75 million worth of drugs in Co Dublin. Two properties in Coolock and Finglas areas of Dublin were searched on Friday as part of investigations targeting organised crime. Gardaí seized 38kg of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of €2,660,000 at a business premises in Coolock. A residential property in Finglas was subsequently searched, where 1kg of cocaine with an estimated street value of €70,000 and 1kg of cannabis with a value of €20,000 was seized. They were subsequently charged on Sunday, and are due to appear before the Courts of Justice on Monday morning.
Source:The Herald
March 22, 2026 21:26 UTC
Footy TV star Tiffany Salmond makes bold career move after claiming she's been locked out of getting more media work
'Whether it's a milestone birthday, an anniversary, or a long-awaited reunion, make it unforgettable with a one-of-a-kind Cameo video from Tiffany Salmond,' the blurb on her Cameo page reads. 'You'll have the chance to customize your request for Tiffany Salmond, like asking them to mention inside jokes, share words of wisdom, or work in their signature catchphrases. Salmond has been vocal about her inability to find TV work since being dumped from her role reporting on New Zealand NRL games for Fox Sports, RNZ and Sky. Last September, she opened up about NRL players trying to date her by using a 'bizarre and weird' pick-up method that she hasn't seen before. 'This has happened to me a few times and I've never received these types of messages from anyone else except NRL players,' she explained on Instagram.
Source:Daily Mail
March 22, 2026 21:25 UTC
Luis Enrique delivers clear Liverpool message ahead of Champions League clash
Luis Enrique delivers clear Liverpool message ahead of Champions League clashLiverpool booked their place in the Champions League quarter-finals after thrashing Galatasaray 4-0 and will face holders Paris Saint-Germain in the last eightView 2 Images PSG boss Luis Enrique has had his say on Liverpool (Image: Eddie Keogh - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Image)Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique insists there is no clear favourite ahead of his team's forthcoming Champions League encounter with Liverpool. Arne Slot's squad have endured a torrid time in the Premier League this campaign, with Saturday's 2-1 loss at Brighton and Hove Albion leaving the defending champions languishing in fifth place. Their current standing should be sufficient for Champions League qualification next season, but a sequence of four league fixtures without victory has cast doubt over that prospect. Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook pageHe said: "Liverpool holds good memories for us, of course. View 2 Images Arne Slot is under pressure at Liverpool amid a poor Premier League title defence (Image: PA)"I'm fortunate to have an incredible team and intelligent players.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 22, 2026 21:21 UTC
Trump said something unexpectedly revealing in an old interview with Playboy – The Irish Times
You win, you win, you win and in the end, it doesn’t matter a hell of a lot. Trump is surely the most extreme test case of this proposition in our time. It’s not hard to pin the ‘empire’ charge on Trump’s predecessors, who have jealously guarded US custody of the world system. But if there is one thing that seems to complicate (though not mitigate) his bottomless nihilism, it is the market. Trump at least believes in something: the economy is, in the end, the only authority he recognises.
Source:The Irish Times
March 22, 2026 21:16 UTC