Edinburgh prisoner who attacked teen while posing as detective dies behind bars
Edinburgh prisoner who attacked teen while posing as detective dies behind bars'Every death, whether in prison custody or in our communities, is a tragedy'Greg Duffy died at HMP Edinburgh on March 13 (Image: SWNS)An Edinburgh prisoner jailed for attacking a teenager while posing as a police officer has died behind bars. Greg Duffy, 28, passed away at HMP Edinburgh on Friday, March 13. The Scottish Prison Service said 'every death is a tragedy' as they confirmed Duffy had passed away. Duffy was serving a sentence of over five years after posing as an undercover detective. It's understood the teen reported a suspected drug dealer to police before the incident.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 19, 2026 22:38 UTC
Michelle O’Neill backs ‘urgent meeting’ with Prime Minister on energy costs
Michelle O’Neill said she supports a call from Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, for an “urgent meeting” with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer “on the need for action as energy costs spiral”. Earlier this week, Sir Keir confirmed Northern Ireland will receive a £17 million share of a £53 million package in support of heating oil costs that have risen due to the war in the Middle East. Sinn Fein has said this would only equate to £35 per household using home heating oil in the region. In a social media post, Ms O’Neill said: “The proposed £35 payment per household by the British government, while some people’s bills have doubled, is completely tone-deaf to the severity of this crisis. “There must be immediate and meaningful action to support all workers and families.”
Source:The Herald
March 19, 2026 22:37 UTC
Heimir Hallgrímsson signs new contract with Ireland until after Euro 2028
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has signed a contract extension with the FAI until after Euro 2028. “I’m happy to be here, I like the project,” Hallgrímsson added on his own contract extension. Photograph: Lee Keuneke/PAIn his 25-man squad, Hallgrímsson made some interesting calls ahead of the trip to Prague next Thursday. The Ireland manager has also turned to three hugely important, yet injury-prone veterans in Séamus Coleman, Robbie Brady and Ogbene. Republic of Ireland squad to face Czech RepublicGoalkeepers: Caoimhín Kelleher (Brentford), Mark Travers (Everton), Josh Keeley (Luton Town).
Source:The Irish Times
March 19, 2026 22:26 UTC
Sacked Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim 'being lined up for surprise next job'
Following the club's worst-ever Premier League campaign (15th place), the Red Devils were beaten in the Europa League final by Tottenham to miss out on European competition. FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! "If Benfica go to what I consider plan B... Benfica have to try Ruben Amorim," journalist Luis Rocha Rodrigues said. I think Ruben Amorim is in pole position." Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 19, 2026 22:17 UTC
'Really sad' The Apprentice star shares poignant confession after 'extraordinary' firing - and reveals number one mistake he made at the very start of series
Harry Clough was the eleventh candidate to be fired on Thursday's episode of The Apprentice. The financial sales manager, from Battersea, London, waved goodbye to his £250,000 investment and partnership from Lord Sugar on the latest instalment of the BBC show. So Lord Sugar decided to let the teams have a second go at it in the Isle of Wight. When asked about how he felt after being fired, Harry said: 'It was extraordinary. Last Thursday saw Lord Sugar task the remaining candidates with creating a virtual reality demo of a new game, designing a brand to score investments.
Source:Daily Mail
March 19, 2026 22:06 UTC
The mystery of flying ships in ancient Meath that ended up in a Texas newspaper
A 19th century illustration depicting futuristic airships and hot air balloons: an airship was rumoured to have been spotted in Meath 1,300 years ago. The man asking is Val Nolan, an academic and sci-fi expert who occasionally reviews books for this newspaper. It all began, modestly enough, with reports of mere flying ships, recorded as background detail to political events. Suddenly they see a ship glide through the air, from which someone casts a spear at a fish. Perhaps the strangest twist in the tale’s evolution is the one by which it turned up in 1890s Texas.
Source:The Irish Times
March 19, 2026 22:03 UTC
Video: 300lbs man says Southwest told him he'd have to buy extra seat
Video: Hairdresser who weighs 300lbs says Southwest airport check-in worker looked him up and down and told him he'd have to buy extra seatHairdresser who weighs 300lbs says Southwest airport check-in worker looked him up and down and told him he'd have to buy extra seat.
Source:Daily Mail
March 19, 2026 21:55 UTC
‘They will be believed’: Survivors of abuse at Spiritan schools urged to share experiences
Photograph: Sam Boal/CollinsPeople who experienced abuse at Irish Spiritan-run schools are being encouraged to come forward and share their experiences as part of a “history-gathering initiative”. The project was launched on Thursday by Restore Together, an advocacy group for victims of sexual abuse in Spiritan schools. The scoping inquiry was established following revelations of widespread sexual abuse of boys at Willow Park and Blackrock College. She will oversee an independent team whose members have experience working with survivors of trauma and child sexual abuse. It almost destroyed me entirely.”Speaking out has helped her to heal, and she encouraged survivors to “pick up your pen, send the email, call the number, speak up”.
Source:The Irish Times
March 19, 2026 21:54 UTC
Irish exports to US fall 72% as trade turmoil linked to tariffs continues
Exports of chemicals and related products to the US fell by €8.9 billion (-81.3 per cent) to €2 billion in January compared with the same month last ye. Photograph: iStockIrish goods exports to the US dropped by 72 per cent in January as trade turmoil linked to US tariffs continues to impact the sector here. So far pharma, which accounts for the lion’s share of Irish exports to the US, has avoided tariffs. The latest CSO trade figures indicated the State exported €16.2 billion worth of goods globally in January, a decrease of €8.7 billion (-35 per cent) compared with January 2025. “This fall was largely driven by a decline in the export of pharmaceutical products over this period,” the CSO’s Jane Burmanje said.
Source:The Irish Times
March 19, 2026 21:51 UTC
Hestia Insight Deploys Impact-O The AI Engine Designed to Cut Legal Compliance Cost and Automate Corporate Communication
By integrating automated drafting with a sophisticated regulatory compliance checker, Impact-O is designed to significantly reduce the time and capital traditionally required for public company disclosures. Strategic Integration and Market Reach“The current model for corporate messaging is ripe for optimization,” stated the Hestia Insight leadership team. Through its subsidiary, Hestia Investments Inc., the company engages in capital market activities and selective strategic partnerships that complement its AI solutions. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from results proposed in such statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made.
Source:The Herald
March 19, 2026 21:47 UTC
Partners in PROMISE® Marks Fifth Anniversary with PROMISE 2026
“PROMISE 2026 reinforced what military families have been telling us for years,” said Michelle Norman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Partners in PROMISE. PCS-Related Educational DisruptionFrequent military moves continue to disrupt educational stability for military children receiving special education services. “Mobility cannot continue to mean instability for military children with disabilities,” Norman said. “Military families should be able to rely on consistent, effective support no matter where the military moves them,” Norman said. About Partners in PROMISEFounded in 2020, Partners in PROMISE is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting the rights of military children in special education.
Source:The Herald
March 19, 2026 21:47 UTC
Michelman to Present Two interpack 2026 Sessions on Sustainable Packaging Innovation
The first session, titled “Simplifying Adoption of Sustainable Packaging for Brands,” will take place Monday, May 11, at 11am. The presentation will be delivered by Janne Varvemaa, Director, Products & Technology, at UPM Specialty Materials, and Lori Gobris, Global Marketing Director, Packaging, at Michelman. “Achieving real progress in sustainable packaging requires more than individual innovation. They are formulated to meet global regulatory requirements including the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) frameworks like SB54 in California. These efforts are helping bring more sustainable packaging solutions to the market to keep pace with regulatory requirements.”Visitors attending interpack 2026 are invited to learn more about Michelman’s work in sustainable packaging development in Hall 8a, Stand B25.
Source:The Herald
March 19, 2026 21:47 UTC
Digital Communication Expands Opportunities for Ongoing Patient–Provider Connection
Digital communication provides additional channels for patients to stay connected with medical providers between visits” — Chad CarroneSLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Digital communication tools continue reshaping the way patients interact with healthcare providers. Digital communication tools also support ongoing care management for patients with chronic health conditions. Secure digital communication channels allow patients to report updates regarding symptoms or treatment responses without requiring a full office visit. How Digital Communication Helps Patients Stay Connected With ProvidersHealthcare has always depended on communication. However, communication tools can support the time between those visits by allowing questions and updates to be shared more easily.
Source:The Herald
March 19, 2026 21:47 UTC
Demolition of house built without planning set to continue after court ruling
Meath County Council can continue with the demolition of a house built without planning permission, following a High Court ruling. Mr McNelis submitted that the court and the council was obliged not to “hinder” or “undermine” the application to the European court. He argued that the council, in obtaining court orders this month, was “determined” to “get the house down” before the matter comes before the European court. Ms Hughes said there was no evidence that the Murrays had made the application to the European court. She asked the judge to continue to ensure that court’s orders continue to be enforceable.
Source:Irish Examiner
March 19, 2026 21:36 UTC