Murder investigation launched after woman (89) found dead in Co Tipperary
David RaleighGardaí have launched a murder investigation after an elderly woman was found dead in her home in Nenagh, Co Tipperary, on Sunday. The victim was named locally as Josephine “Joan” Ray, aged 89. “It is a murder investigation, we are happy to classify it as that now,” said a senior Garda source. Details of how Ms Ray was killed were being kept under wrap by the Garda investigation team for “operational reasons”. However, a senior Garda source said while the murder investigation was at an early stage, gardaí did not believe any weapon was used.
Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 17:18 UTC
Despite what the BBC says, these are not 'UK riots'
The concurrency of the two events is instructive in addressing the vexed question of what it means to be British. That is because, despite repeated references to “UK riots” in certain newspapers, and even by the Prime Minister, what is happening strikes me as very much an English problem. If any Scottish reader thinks that I am exploiting the current situation to make a narrow, sectarian point, I would ask them to consider the following questions. When the rioters describe themselves as British nationalists, do you believe they speak for, or represent, you or your interests? If he does decide to come to Scotland, he may find the welcome is not what he expects or is used to receiving in other parts of the UK.
Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 16:32 UTC
National Heritage Week comes to Offaly
Birr Courthouse - a part of the Conservation Tour of BirrNational Heritage Week comes to Offalyby Emily SheehanWith National Heritage Week fast approaching, there are a variety of events organised in Offaly, offering an insight into the county's past. Building on the theme of Connections, Routes and Networks, there are 57 different events organised in Offaly as part of National Heritage Week. Conservation Tour of BirrOrganised by Birr 20|20 and Offaly County Council, a historic tour of Birr is to be held on Wednesday, August 21. The event is part of the Cross Community Brosna River Relay Initiative, organised by the Clara Heritage Society in partnership with Clara Tidy Towns and the Chamber of Commerce. The event will include inclusive art workshops for children with disabilities, and a group from the Ferbane branch of St. Hilda's, fostering inclusivity throughout Heritage week.
Source:Irish Independent
August 06, 2024 16:18 UTC
Paramilitary ‘element’ suspected in latest disorder in Belfast
Police came under sustained attack and the victim of a suspected hate crime is in a serious condition in hospital after violence in Belfast on Monday night. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said at one stage petrol was poured over a police Land Rover and set alight. On Tuesday evening, Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn said: “The violence which has sowed fear in local communities and damaged businesses is totally unacceptable. The people of Northern Ireland deserve better. “Certainly there are additional pressures on some public services in parts of Northern Ireland.
Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 14:39 UTC
Olympics Day 11: Cole Hocker causes shock in 1500m, Irish eyes turn to Kellie Harrington’s final bout
Ireland's Sophie O’Sullivan (second from right) in action during the women's 1500m heats at the Stade de France this morning. Photo: Sam Barnes/SportsfileTwo of Ireland’s show jumpers – Shane Sweetnam (riding James Kaan Cruz) and Daniel Coyle (riding Legacy) missed out in the battle for Olympic medals at the individual jumping final in Versailles. Sarah Healy and Sophie O’Sullivan got their championships underway in the heats of the Women’s 1500m with both finishing seventh to miss out on automatic qualification for the semi-finals and drop into the repechage. Sharlene Mawdsley and Sophie Becker missed out on qualification for the women’s 400m finishing third and second respectively in their repechage heats. All eyes will be on tonight's women’s lightweight (60kg) Olympic final, where Kellie Harrington looks to retain her Olympic title against China’s Wenlu Yang at 10.06pm.
Source:Irish Independent
August 06, 2024 13:02 UTC
Unemployment rises to 30-month high of 4.7%
Ireland's unemployment rate hit its highest rate in two-and-a-half years in July, rising to 4.7 per cent from an upwardly revised 4.5 per cent a month earlier, Central Statistics Office data showed on Tuesday. Data for March to May that had previously put the jobless rate near a record low in each month at 4 per cent were also revised higher, meaning unemployment has now risen steadily for five successive months from 4.1 per cent in February. According to Conor Delves, Statistician in the CSO's Labour Market Analysis Section: "The seasonally adjusted number of people unemployed was 136,100 in July 2024, compared with 129,000 in June 2024. There was an increase of 16,200 in the seasonally adjusted number of people unemployed in July 2024 when compared with a year earlier." Economists consider an unemployment rate of 4 per cent or less in the Irish labour market as tantamount to full employment.
Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 12:31 UTC
Olympics latest: Irish runners miss out 1500m semi-finals, Irish riders hoping for medals
Olympics latest: Irish riders miss out on medals, Harrington goes for gold this eveningKenneth FoxBoxingKellie Harrington will bid to become the first Irish woman to successfully defend her Olympic title this evening. The Dubliner is up against China's Wenlu Yang in the final of the 60kg division at Roland Garros. Yang came out on top in their only prior meeting, at the 2016 World Championships. SailingSailor Finn Lynch faces an uphill task to secure a medal in the final of the Men's Dinghy in Marseille. DivingJake Passmore missed out on a place in the 3-metre springboard final after finishing 21st in the first round.
Source:Irish Independent
August 06, 2024 09:51 UTC
‘She’s levels above’ – Olympic heroes back Kellie Harrington to add to Ireland’s gold medal haul tonight
‘She’s levels above’ – Olympic heroes back Kellie Harrington to add to Ireland’s gold medal haul tonightDublin boxer is scheduled to take on China’s Yang Wenlu at 10.06pm Irish timeKellie Harrington of Team Ireland celebrates defeating Beatriz Ferreira of Team Brazil in their women's 60kg semi-final bout. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/SportsfileSinéad Kissane and Tessa Ndjonkou Today at 03:30Ireland’s Olympic gold medallists Daniel Wiffen and Rhys McClenaghan are backing Kellie Harrington to deliver Ireland’s fourth gold medal of the Paris Olympics.
Source:Irish Independent
August 06, 2024 08:10 UTC
Meet independent Ireland’s first Olympians, who competed 100 years ago and paved the way for generations to come
Meet independent Ireland’s first Olympians, who competed 100 years ago and paved the way for generations to comeThe 1924 Games in Paris saw 48 pioneering sportspeople represent Ireland – winning medals for painting and poetryJack B Yeats won Ireland’s first Olympic medal, claiming silver in the painting competition for his artwork The Liffey SwimPatrick McGarty Mon 5 Aug 2024 at 03:30A century after the fledgling Irish State first took its place among the family of nations at the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris, Irish Olympic and Paralympic athletes are now competing on the international stage with a renewed confidence of medal success.
Source:Irish Independent
August 06, 2024 07:50 UTC
Police attacked during further violence in Belfast
By Jonathan McCambridge, PAPolice have dealt with further violence in the Donegall Road area of south Belfast. A smaller protest had taken place on Monday evening in Belfast city centre. A cafe on Donegall Road in south Belfast which was attacked at the weekend (Jonathan McCambridge/PA)The latest violence began several hours later in the same area where two businesses were attacked on Saturday. Earlier on Monday, a meeting of Belfast City Council passed a motion to provide financial support to businesses damaged during Saturday’s disorder. The court heard that police believe that more violence linked to planned anti-immigration protests is likely in Belfast in the coming days.
Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 06:41 UTC
The last dance: the growing popularity of living funerals
Living funerals are not completely unknown in this country but they are very rare. I’ve never done one, and I’ve conducted literally hundreds of funerals since I became a humanist celebrant in 2005. Because I’d never conducted a living funeral, Faye, her husband Trevor and I made it up as we went along. An award-winning hairdresser when she met Trevor later in life, Faye changed careers and became a photographer, specialising in boudoir and classic nudes. Here he writes about conducting a living funeral
Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 06:05 UTC
Waste Management informing customers of policy change
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Source:The Herald
August 06, 2024 05:50 UTC
Northern Ireland company wins €34.9m cruise ship fit-out contract
The Deluxe Group said demand for its services is increasing as themed and immersive entertainment venues are becoming more popular on cruise shipsNorthern Ireland fit-out company the Deluxe Group has secured a £30 million (€34.9 million) contract for a cruise ship interior in Germany. The company, which is based in Portadown, Co Armagh, and employs about 180 people, specialises in “experiential interiors” in themed entertainment sectors such as hospitality, cruise ship and theme parks. The cruise ship is scheduled to set sail in the Far East in 2025. “With our new subsidiary in Florida, the home of both the cruise and themed entertainment industries, we are well positioned to grow our share of the expanding experience economy,” Mr O’Farrell added. Steve Harper, executive director of international business and skills at Invest Northern Ireland, said Deluxe was a company “committed to growing in new markets”.
Source:The Irish Times
August 06, 2024 02:09 UTC
Report: Chiefs make Harrison Butker highest-paid kicker
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Source:The Herald
August 05, 2024 23:21 UTC