Olympics Day 3: Mona McSharry going for a medal tonight as Kellie Harrington gets her defence off to perfect start
‘It’s the slightest touch that puts me out of the medals’ – Clare native Liam Jegou comes close to a podium finish canoe slalomTeam Ireland’s Liam Jegou has finished seventh in the men’s canoe slalom C1 final. Jegou had an incredible day on the water at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium, entering the semi-finals in 16th position but posting a remarkable semi-final run to qualify for the final in sixth place.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 17:06 UTC
Steve Coogan to play ex-Ireland football manager Mick McCarthy in World Cup film
The pair were involved in a verbal altercation after Keane had given an interview to a newspaper bemoaning the preparation and facilities laid on by the Football Association of Ireland. Keane had already been convinced to reconsider a decision to quit the squad, only for the falling out to lead to the Manchester United midfielder leaving anyway. Keane will be played by Eanna Hardwicke with production due to start soon with a slated release date of next summer. “A million words have been written about what happened on that fateful week in 2002 on the tiny island of Saipan,” said producers Macdara Kelleher and John Keville. McCarthy resigned in November 2002 and Keane returned to the Ireland fold under his successor Brian Kerr, but retired from international football after failure to help the nation qualify for the 2006 World Cup.
Source:The Herald
July 29, 2024 16:44 UTC
Return of 'The Red Book of Ossory' opens a new chapter in Kilkenny's rich history
Conservation consultant John Gillis with RCB chief librarian Susan Hood as she hands The Red Book of Ossory into the care of the Dean of Ossory, Very Rev Stephen Farrell. The Red Book is not just hymns and whiskey. The arrival of the Red Book enhances Kilkenny's already impressive historical heritage, in particular the medieval mile from St Canice’s Cathedral. The Red Book exhibition runs from today in the cathedral named for the saint who gave her name to the city itself. Tickets to The Red Book Exhibition are included in admission to St Canice’s Cathedral from €6.50.
Source:Irish Examiner
July 29, 2024 15:59 UTC
'People don’t know how much we love each other because all they see is bruises'
His children, seven-year-old Elayna, and her four-year-old brother Alex, are the centre of a fundraising campaign for the children’s charity Barretstown. People don’t know how much we love each other because all they see is bruises. "It has taught us not to stare or be judgemental because you never know what people are going through. Their dad Cian says: 'Elayna in particular has fallen in love with Barretstown. That’s why creating memories like Barretstown is so important.”• Visit Barretstown.org to find out more or donate to the charity.
Source:Irish Examiner
July 29, 2024 15:10 UTC
Companies warned about impending fines for non-compliance with new cyber security law
Photographer: Michael Nagle/BloombergMost Irish businesses are exposing themselves to risk of cyber attacks. Photo: GettyThe majority of Irish businesses are unprepared for the next big cyber attack and risk massive fines for non-compliance with the EU’s latest IT security law, according to three Irish universities. Jacqueline Kehoe, a project manager for Cyber Skills, said most companies are unprepared for the upcoming NIS2 EU directive on proactive cyber security. The issue is being dealt with by the Department of Environment with the National Cyber Security Centre. The law is one of the biggest pieces of cyber security legislation to affect Irish organisations in years.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 14:52 UTC
2024 Sarasota and Manatee counties weekly high school football schedules
Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to the Sarasota Herald-TribuneThe 2024 high school football season begins with Florida High School Athletic Association Kickoff Classics on Aug. 16. The regular season begins Aug. 23 and runs through Nov. 8 with most teams playing 10 games in 11 weeks. Here are the weekly Manatee and Sarasota schedules for the 2024 season. The schedules are subject to change based on weather among other factors. Top seniors:Listing the top 52 Sarasota, Manatee area high school football seniors for the 2024 seasonFALL KICKOFF CLASSICSThursday, Aug. 15West Oaks at IMG Academy Blue, 7 p.m.Friday, Aug. 16Braden River at Seminole Osceola, 7 p.m.Out-of-Door at Keswick Christian, 7 p.m.St. Petersburg Lakewood at Palmetto, 7 p.m.Steinbrenner at Parrish Community, 7 p.m.
Source:The Herald
July 29, 2024 12:23 UTC
Homecoming plans for Galway footballers
Homecoming plans for Galway footballersEvents in Tuam and Pearse StadiumGALWAY County and City Councils along with Galway GAA will host homecoming events for Galway’s footballers in Tuam and Pearse Stadium this afternoon. Gates at Tuam Stadium will open from 2pm with the Galway team expected to arrive between 3.30 and 4pm. In Pearse Stadium, gates open at 5pm with the team expected to arrive at 6pm. Road closures will be in place on all approaches to Tuam and to Pearse Stadium and patrons are asked to park in council car parks and proceed on foot. Members of the public attending the event are requested to comply with instructions or guidance provided by stewards, security and members of An Garda Síochána.
Source:The Herald
July 29, 2024 10:54 UTC
Many tributes paid to disability activist Ms Leigh Gath
Tributes have been paid to lifelong disability activist Ms Leigh Gath, who passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday (27 July 2024). The Irish Wheelchair Association described Ms Gath as “a truly extraordinary person who advocated so strongly on disability issues. Mr James Cawley Jr, another disability activist, said Ms Gath was “never afraid to challenge, question or lead difficult conversations when they needed to happen. Current Confidential Recipient Ms Grainne Cunningham-O’Brien said Ms Gath was “an outstanding disability activist”. A notice on Rip.ie describes Ms Gath as a “loving mother, wife and lifelong, passionate disability advocate and activist”.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 10:09 UTC
Olympics Day 3: Irish men’s hockey team lose tight battle but Ellen Walshe makes 400m individual medley final
Men's Hockey: Australia 2 - Ireland 1 A second defeat for Ireland and Mark Tumilty's side. Benjamin Walker's final pass goes astray as Australia hang on and maintain possession to run the clock down. Nathan Ephramus' final effort trails wide. Ireland emerged the stronger of the sides in the second-quarter and a smartly worked short corner found its way to Lee Cole who thumped home. Disappointment for Mark Tumilty's men.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 09:15 UTC
The Luan Gallery presents The Bridges of Athlone
The Town Bridge, Paul MooreThe Luan Gallery presents The Bridges of Athloneby Emily SheehanThe Luan Gallery has announced their new exhibition 'The Bridges of Athlone'; a visual history of Athlone's bridges, which will run from Thursday, August 1, to Wednesday, August 14. The event will take place as part of the Athlone Viking River Fest, and the Féile na Sionnaine programme of events. The exhibition will showcase the work of award-winning Tullamore based photographer Paul Moore, presenting his photography of a selection of Athlone's bridges. The multi-disciplinary project highlights the importance of Athlone's Bridges, and explores the cultural and social histories that connect us to our local infrastructure. For further information and details of other upcoming exhibition, visit the Luan Gallery website, or contact Luan Gallery by phone, at 090 6442154 or by email, at info@luangallery.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 09:12 UTC
The west’s a ‘wake’ – tipped Tribesmen drown their sorrows as All-Ireland football final nail-biter ends in tears for Galway
There is an almighty low in Galway after the Tribesmen lost a nail-biting All-Ireland Football Final to Armagh. “It was the worst defeat of all time,” said heartbroken Gary Monroe of Monroe’s Tavern in Galway city. It’s a shame after beating the best team, Dublin. Yesterday, everything seemed so different in Galway city. Even on the drive from Dublin west yesterday, there were Galway flags flying proudly along the motorway.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 06:39 UTC
Megan Burns and Ireland keep quarter final hopes alive
Megan Burns and Ireland keep quarter final hopes aliveTullamore's Megan Burns and her Irish team mates enjoyed a resounding 38-0 victory over South Africa in the Olympic Games Women's Rugby Sevens this evening. It was a key win after Ireland lost their opening Pool B game this afternoon against Great Britain. Burns was an influential figure with her distribution and management of the game as Ireland notched six tries in a comprehensive win. Ireland now face a huge test against all-conquering Australia in their final Pool B game tomorrow. With the top two from each of the three pools qualifying for the quarter finals, along with the best two of the three third placed teams, Ireland's prospects of reaching the quarter final are still alive.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 06:38 UTC
Disappointment for Gráinne Walsh as she suffers defeat at Olympics
Hungary's Anna Luca Hamori celebrating as the decision of her fight against Tullamore's Gráinne Walsh was being announced at the Olympics in Paris this afternoon. Disappointment for Gráinne Walsh as she suffers defeat at OlympicsGráinne Walsh's involvement at the Olympic Games ended this afternoon (Sunday), when she suffered a split decision defeat to Hungary's Anna Luca Hamori. Hamori made an aggressive start and shaded a scrappy opening round on the judges' cards, as the Offaly woman struggled to find her rhythm. Walsh had a bit more success in the second round, and received a boost when Hamori's spoiling tactics resulted in her being deducted a point by the referee. And so it did, with four of the judges scoring the bout for Hamori, against one for Walsh.
Source:Irish Independent
July 29, 2024 05:41 UTC
Crowd boos convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde at beach volleyball
Crowd boos convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde at beach volleyballBy Phil Blanche, PA, ParisDutch beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde, a convicted child rapist, was greeted by some boos on his Olympic debut in Paris. Van de Velde, 29, was sentenced to four years in prison in 2016 after admitting three counts of rape against a 12-year-old British girl. Unlike his fellow competitors, there were no cheers when Van de Velde was introduced to the crowd with some boos again clearly audible. The Dutch Olympic Committee maintain Van de Velde has been successfully rehabilitated and deserves his place in the squad. Van de Velde left the arena on his own after Italy’s three-set 22-20 19-21 15-13 victory.
Source:Irish Independent
July 28, 2024 22:59 UTC
How to make sure you always have hot water on tap
With the latest advances in central heating and domestic hot water technology, the grand old, unsupported Irish immersion tank is something of an antique. If any boiler fails, there’s still a way to get that domestic hot water hot. My experience of a PV water diverter (the MyEnergi Eddi) has been very positive, with steaming hot water in the taps for about nine months of the year. I’ve never heard anyone who has the other technology, solar-thermal, complain about its proven, free contribution to the hot water supply year-round. You don’t need a supply of hot water on call.
Source:Irish Examiner
July 28, 2024 21:57 UTC