It's Owl-faly County Council, as owl pair pay a visit to Tullamore offices
Dan Singer's photo of a long-eared owl fledgling, which was taken outside Offaly County Council's Aras an Chontae offices on Monday of this week. It's Owl-faly County Council, as owl pair pay a visit to Tullamore officesThe work being done at Offaly County Council's Aras an Chontae offices in Tullamore attracted the interest of an unusual duo when a pair of long-eared owl fledglings began appearing on its grounds in recent weeks. Local wildlife photographer Dan Singer was contacted, and arrived in time to get an excellent photo of the owl in one of the mature trees situated next to the council offices. Ricky Whelan explained that the long-eared owl is Ireland's most common breeding owl species and is well-distributed across the lowlands of the country. He estimates that the local owl pair are approximately six weeks old.
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 17:41 UTC
Olympics Day 5: Kellie Harrington into semi-finals as Irish rowers progress to final
The start of the Women's Triathlon at Alexander III Bridge in Paris this morning which was delayed due to water pollution. Photo: Martin Bureau/Pool via REUTERSTham Nguyen, sister of Ireland's Nhat Nguyen, cheers him on during his men's singles Group P match against Denmark's Victor Axelsen at the Porte de la Chapelle Arena this morning. Photo: Brendan Moran/SportsfileIreland's Rachael Darragh in action against Spain's Carolina Marin during the women's singles group L match at the Porte de la Chapelle Arena in Paris, France. In rowing, reigning Olympic Champions Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy qualified for their final, while defending 60kg champion Kellie Harrington secured a historic second Olympic medal, following her quarter-final win. Tonight, Aoife O’Rourke takes on Elzbieta Wojcik of Poland in the Women’s 75kg round of 16.
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 17:26 UTC
Abbott must pay $495 million in premature infant formula trial, issues warning over future of sector
Abbott Laboratories logo is displayed on a screen at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., October 18, 2021. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File PhotoA jury on Friday found that Abbott Laboratories' specialized formula for premature infants caused an Illinois girl to develop a dangerous bowel disease, ordering the healthcare company to pay $495 million in damages. The verdict in St. Louis, Missouri state court comes in the first trial against the company out of hundreds of similar claims over the formula pending in courts around the country, which Reuters viewed via Courtroom View Network.
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 16:13 UTC
I even stopped eating my lunch to listen to magical Olympic moment
Koretzky had other thoughts, however, pushed past Pidcock on the home stretch only for their wheels to touch right at the death. They almost take each other out of the race,” Overend screamed, while Pendleton shouted “OOOOH,” in the background. Dear reader, I even stopped eating to listen to the finish. “Tom Pidcock retains his Olympic title … unless there is such a thing as a steward’s inquiry.”There wasn’t, so I went back to my sandwich. The comedian ended the show by pointing out that the Troubles are in the past and that immigration is now one of the big political debates in Northern Ireland.
Source:The Herald
July 31, 2024 15:59 UTC
TUH launches new innovative programme to help patients prepare for surgery
Tallaght University Hospital (TUH) has produced a series of short videos with key advice for patients scheduled to have surgery to promote optimal recovery. I applaud the collective effort of so many disciplines coming together to produce a series that will benefit so many patients. Patients attending the hospital for surgery said about the possibility of such a series:“Videos are a really good idea, everyone’s got a smartphone. I had to do my own online research.” “This is my first time in hospital – I didn’t know what to expect. Any information would have been good.” “People will watch videos – you could send them to your family too.
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 15:24 UTC
O’Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School puts Keadue on world stage
The O’Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School has brought the name of Keadue to the world stage and much of that is due to the volunteerism of local people. The annual festival honours the legacy of the legendary harper Turlough O'Carolan and brings together musicians, artists, and enthusiasts from around the globe. The festival continues to have competitors travel from all over the globe to compete in the Arigna Fuels sponsored O’Carolan International Harp competitions commencing from 10:30am on Saturday, 3rd August. This continues to be one of the key signature events of the Harp Festival & Summer School and the committee are indebted to local sponsors Arigna Fuels Ltd who have sponsored this prestigious event since the festival started in 1978. A special concert was held in memory of former committee member the late Arthur Boyle following the official launch of the O'Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School in Kilronan Castle Estate and Spa on Monday.
Source:The Herald
July 31, 2024 13:21 UTC
‘Hopefully I can bring more energy tonight’ – Olympic bronze medallist Mona McSharry in refocus for 200m breaststroke semi-final
Mona McSharry of Team Ireland on her way to 3rd place in the women's 200m breaststroke heat at the Paris La Défense Arena this morning. Photo: Ian MacNicol/SportsfileIt was around 4.30am on Tuesday morning before Mona McSharry finally got into her bed in the Olympic village but her mind was still racing. Winning an Olympic bronze medal and standing on the podium are not easy moments to shake just because sleep is required. This morning McSharry qualified for tonight’s semi-final of the 200m breaststroke after finishing third in her heat in 2:23.98, which was her third-fastest time over this distance. Did McSharry think Chinese swimmers should be allowed to compete in these Olympics?
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 13:18 UTC
Kelly Brook among famous faces unveiled for Celebrity Race Across The World 2024
Kelly Brook among famous faces unveiled for Celebrity Race Across The World 2024By Hannah Roberts, PA Entertainment ReporterModel Kelly Brook and Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills are among the famous faces who will compete in the second series of Celebrity Race Across The World. The Bafta TV award-winning show will see four celebrities, along with a family member each, embark on a 12,500 km race. Kelly Brook is one of the four famous faces making up this year’s line-up (Ian West/PA) Photo by Ian WestAlso competing is broadcaster Jeff Brazier and his son Freddie, whose mother was the late Big Brother star Jade Goody. There is also Ted Lasso actor Kola Bokinni who will appear on the show with his cousin Mary Ellen. “We cannot wait to watch their journey unfold.”The programme will return for its second series at 9pm on Wednesday August 14th on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 12:54 UTC
Herald: Win a chance to perform in the UK with 'Aikat Mozo Tavo'
31 Jul 2024| 04:34am ISTWin a chance to perform in the UK with 'Aikat Mozo Tavo'Simon Rodrigues, director of Amigos Nite in the UK, is currently organizing a singing competition ‘Aikat Mozo Tavo’, to celebrate the singing talent in the Konkani community across the world. The winner will receive a grand prize of 20,000 Pounds, the top 20 contestants will earn the chance to perform in the UK. This not only offers financial reward but also significant exposure and the chance to perform on an international stage. The competition will be judges by four judges from the Konkani music world. Oliver Sean is an internationally acclaimed MTV EMA nominated singer-songwriter and producer known for his unique blend of rock, blues, and world music.
Source:The Herald
July 31, 2024 08:05 UTC
Major Midlands Career Expo planned
Launch of a previous edition of the Midands Career Expo (file pic). Major Midlands Career Expo plannedWhat is being billed as the largest career event in the region, the Midlands Career Expo, has been announced for Mullingar on September 14. The event is set to showcase a wide array of job opportunities across a range of industries, including manufacturing, medtech, pharma, engineering, IT, retail, construction, hospitality and more. To learn more about the Midlands Career Expo and register for the event, visit www.midlandscareerexpo.ie.
Source:Irish Independent
July 31, 2024 05:22 UTC
Daniel Wiffen of Ireland wins Olympic gold and also hopes to pick up some new YouTube followers
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Source:The Herald
July 31, 2024 04:54 UTC