Kerry graveyard murder trial jury to begin deliberations today
A CENTRAL Criminal Court jury will commence their deliberations on Wednesday in the trial of five men and a teenager who deny the murder of a Kerry father-of-seven in an alleged "honour" killing. Thomas Dooley (43) suffered horrific injuries following an incident in a Tralee graveyard two years ago in which it is alleged he was attacked with machete-type weapons in front of his wife and four youngest children as he attended the funeral of a family friend.
Source:Irish Independent
July 17, 2024 04:32 UTC
Washington County announces new school hours
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Source:The Herald
July 17, 2024 02:14 UTC
Ireland beat France for the first time with 3-1 win
Ireland beat France for the first time with 3-1 winKenneth FoxThe Republic of Ireland women’s team have beaten their French counterparts for the first time in their history. Julie-Ann Russell scored her second goal of the week, having set up another for Denise O’Sullivan as Ireland ran out 3-1 winners at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Cork's own O'Sullivan rifled in a long range effort to open the scoring and catch the French keeper off guard. To put the magnitude of the result in context, only the world champions Spain and Euro holders England have beaten the French in their past 19 matches. Victory means Ireland will be seeded for the autumn’s playoff draw.
Source:Irish Independent
July 17, 2024 01:57 UTC
All-party committee calls for ‘immediate’ preparations for a united Ireland
An all-party committee has called for preparations for a united Ireland to begin “immediately”, saying that every Government department should examine the implications of constitutional change (PA)An all-party committee has called for preparations for a united Ireland to begin “immediately”, saying that every Government department should examine the implications of constitutional change. In a report produced by the Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement, politicians have also called on the Irish Government to prepare and publish a Green Paper setting out a vision for a united Ireland.
Source:Irish Independent
July 17, 2024 01:27 UTC
BBC to introduce measures to ‘strengthen welfare and support’ on Strictly
BBC to introduce measures to ‘strengthen welfare and support’ on StrictlyBy Hannah Roberts, PA Entertainment ReporterA member of the production team will be present “at all times” during training room rehearsals on Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC has announced. The corporation said it is announcing “additional steps to strengthen welfare and support” on the popular BBC series, after concerns “have arisen in recent months” that are “fundamentally about training and rehearsals”. The new measures also include the addition of a celebrity welfare producer and a professional dancer welfare producer. The BBC has introduced new steps to increase welfar and support on Strictly (Lucy North/PA) Photo by Lucy NorthThe BBC has also said the production team and crew will undergo further training. Pernice previously said in a statement he is co-operating fully with an ongoing BBC investigation and that he looks “forward to clearing my name”.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 23:39 UTC
Hospital overcrowding: 459 patients waiting for beds
Hospital overcrowding: 459 patients waiting for bedsJames CoxA total of 459 patients are waiting for beds in Irish hospitals according to the latest Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) Trolley Watch figures. This includes 345 patients waiting in the emergency department, while 114 are in wards elsewhere in the hospital. The most overcrowded hospital by some distance is University Hospital Limerick (UHL) where there are 106 patients waiting for beds. UHL is followed by Sligo University Hospital (57 patients), Cork University Hospital (CUH, 49 patients), Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda (24 patients) and St James's Hospital (23 patients). When it comes to hospitals with patients waiting for beds in emergency departments, UHL is again the most overcrowded with 48 patients; followed by CUH (42 patients), and Sligo University Hospital (33 patients).
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 23:18 UTC
Half of food-serving Dublin pubs say VAT increase has hurt business
Half of food-serving Dublin pubs say VAT increase has hurt businessJames CoxAlmost half (48 per cent) Dublin pubs who serve food say the VAT increase has led to a drop in their business, according to new research conducted by the Licensed Vintners Association (LVA). Seven out of 10 food pubs in the capital also say the VAT increase has made them less likely to hire new staff. Since the VAT increase was imposed, 42 per cent of Dublin pubs who serve food say the VAT increase has led to a reduction in lunch and dinner orders while 14 per cent say it has impacted on dessert purchases and 11 per cent breakfast orders. Two out of three Dublin pubs (68 per cent) who serve food do so every day of the week. One in six food pubs say the reason they don’t open every day is that it isn’t economical to open on certain days.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 22:41 UTC
‘Incredibly rare’ whale had never been recorded off Ireland — until now, group says
World ‘Incredibly rare’ whale had never been recorded off Ireland — until now, group saysA North Atlantic right whale was recently spotted off the coast of Ireland, marking an “exceptionally rare” event, according to a conservation nonprofit. Google Street View © September 2021An “incredibly rare” creature was recently spotted off the coast of Ireland. A North Atlantic right whale was recorded in Donegal Bay on July 15, according to a news release from the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG), a cetacean conservation organization. “This is an exceptionally rare record for this side of the Atlantic, where this species has been largely absent for many decades, if not longer,” the release said. Historically, North Atlantic right whales — which are distinguished by their stocky, dark bodies and lack of dorsal fins — were found in Irish waters.
Source:The Herald
July 16, 2024 22:17 UTC
Why Non-Dads Like Me Love Dad Shows
The other connection I found while examining my dad taste (and which will likely make dads everywhere quake) is the similarities between dad shows and reality TV. I've always been partial to both, but during the pandemic my obsessions got a bit out of hand. Both are far enough away from real life to provide a much needed respite. They make you laugh, roll your eyes, and lean in, but they rarely make you cry or think too deeply about the realities of our world. They're silly but fun, which is what I needed at the time and also always.
Source:The Irish Daily Star
July 16, 2024 21:03 UTC
Police in Belfast attacked with petrol and paint bombs
Police in Belfast attacked with petrol and paint bombsJonathan McCambridge, PAPolice have been attacked with petrol and paint bombs in Belfast. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) urged the public to avoid the Broadway Roundabout area in the south of the city. In a statement issued on Monday evening, a PSNI spokesperson confirmed officers had attended reports of "ongoing disorder in the area". The spokesperson added: "Petrol and paint bombs have been thrown at officers and police vehicles."
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 20:27 UTC
The Big Tech Show: Samsung Unpacked – from a new smart ring, to folding phones, to Sydney Sweeney looking bored
Has Samsung’s Galaxy Ring kicked off the “smart ring” era? The electronics company revealed a new range of foldable smartphones, smartwatches and a smart ring at its Unpacked event this week. Adrian spoke about this being a significant move by Samsung into the smart ring space which has largely been dominated by market leader Oura. The Galaxy Ring however is more discreet and more sleek than previous smart rings. The “smart ring” era has kicked off in earnest with Samsung’s announcement of its Galaxy Ring.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 17:57 UTC
Public submissions invited on Offaly Local Property Tax
Aras an Chontae, the HQ of Offaly County Council on Charleville Road in Tullamore. Public submissions invited on Offaly Local Property TaxOffaly County Council is seeking submissions from the public on the Local Property Tax rate for the coming year. On foot of the submissions, the council will consider whether or not to make any adjustments at their September 16 meeting. The council has published the following notice on its website:“The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that elected members of a Local Authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area by a percentage known as the local adjustment factor. At the meeting set by Offaly County Council to consider this matter, the members may set a local adjustment factor within the range of +/- 15% of the basic rate, or, may decide not to adjust the basic rate.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 16:27 UTC
German travel agents cruise through Offaly
German travel agents getting ready to enjoy a cruise on the Shannon, with Ona Barrett Perez, Tourism Ireland (back, right); and Brian Kirwin, Le Boat (centre, left). German travel agents cruise through OffalyA group of travel agents working with German tour operator ADAC Reisen have been visiting Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, cruising on the River Shannon. They were here as guests of Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland, and cruising tour operator Le Boat. The travel agents cruised to Shannonbridge and Banagher. “Tourism Ireland was delighted to invite this group of travel agents to cruise along the Shannon,” said Nadine Lehmann, Tourism Ireland’s Manager Germany.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 16:27 UTC
Urgent appeal over rescue husky missing in Offaly
Asha, a rescue husky who has been missing from Rhode in Offaly on Thursday. Urgent appeal over rescue husky missing in OffalyHusky Rescue Ireland has renewed an appeal for information on one of its foster dogs, Asha, who went missing in Offaly last Thursday morning. Andy, from Husky Rescue Ireland, told the Offaly Independent that Asha was between 11 and 12 years old, and was losing her sight. she is chipped to us, and we have also contacted the Offaly dog warden in case she is found," read a post from Husky Rescue Ireland. Anyone with information can get in touch with the 'Husky Rescue Ireland' Facebook page or contact Andy on 085 247 3805.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 16:27 UTC
Climate change increasingly taking a toll on Oregon farmers, ranchers
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Source:The Herald
July 16, 2024 14:53 UTC