Government's NatWest shares sale to the public may be axed
The sale of Government shares in NatWest to the public could be scrapped after the Treasury confirmed that the sell-off had been postponed for the General Election. ‘A retail offer will not happen during the election period,’ a Treasury spokesperson said. The sale of Government shares in NatWest to the public could be scrappedChancellor Jeremy Hunt had lined up M&C Saatchi for a ‘Tell Sid’ advertising campaign. Sources said a sale would not now take place until the back end of the year as any incoming government would have to review the proposals. NatWest shares are up 40 per cent this year.
Source:Daily Mail
May 26, 2024 09:27 UTC
Changes to Leaving Cert science exams ‘at risk’ over shared files claim
Changes to Leaving Cert science exams ‘at risk’ over shared files claimDepartment of Education plans to introduce new science specificationsSample exam papers will be sent to teachers next AprilWayne O'Connor Today at 03:30Changes to Leaving Cert science exams are at risk after teachers’ representatives accused a state body of lacking transparency over the sharing of key documents.
Source:Irish Independent
May 26, 2024 08:56 UTC
Gloria Hunniford granted freedom of her Co Armagh home borough
Gloria Hunniford granted freedom of her Co Armagh home boroughBy Rebecca Black, PATelevision personality Gloria Hunniford has been granted the freedom of her Co Armagh home borough. On Saturday, Ms Hunniford became the first woman to be granted the freedom of the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough in recognition for her outstanding contributions to broadcasting and charitable work. Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council conferred the Freedom of the Borough to Gloria Hunniford at the Palace Demesne in Armagh on Saturday. Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Margaret Tinsley said they bestowed the honour with great pride “to celebrate Gloria’s connection to our community, combined with her professional achievements and the profound impact from supporting cancer patients and their families”. Ms Hunniford said she was deeply honoured to receive the Freedom of the Borough where she grew up.
Source:Irish Independent
May 26, 2024 07:17 UTC
The car is like a go-kart: Max Verstappen bemoans Red Bull’s struggles in Monaco
The car is like a go-kart: Max Verstappen bemoans Red Bull’s struggles in MonacoBy Philip Duncan, PA F1 Correspondent, Monte CarloMax Verstappen said his all-conquering Red Bull turned into a go-kart after his record-equalling run of eight consecutive pole positions came to an end in Monaco. Charles Leclerc will start Sunday’s 78-lap race from the front of the pack after he held his nerve to qualify fastest for Ferrari ahead of McLaren’s Oscar Piastri. His Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez, nicknamed the King of the Streets after claiming five of his six career victories at temporary tracks, qualified only 18th. But Leclerc banged the barriers en route to taking pole in 2021, meaning he was unable to start the race. “As much as it helps, we need to put everything together for Sunday’s race.
Source:Irish Independent
May 26, 2024 06:39 UTC
The Boy In The Striped Pyjamas author: Don’t read novels for Holocaust facts
If you want the facts of the Holocaust, don’t read a novel, read a non-fiction work. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that. “The historians would say: ‘Well, you know, this should not be used as a tool in studying the Holocaust.’ Of course, it shouldn’t be. It’s a novel, if you’re studying, use a wide range of things, read non-fiction. Boyne also called the abuse at Terenure “routine” and claimed there was “definitely a culture of violence in the school”.
Source:The Herald
May 26, 2024 05:08 UTC
Two men charged over €2.1m cannabis seizure in Dublin
Two men charged over €2.1m cannabis seizure in DublinMichael BoltonTwo men who were arrested in connection with the seizure of €2.1 million worth of cannabis have been charged. The two men in their 30s were arrested on Friday, and will appear in court on Saturday evening. Officers from the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau and the Revenue Customs Service detected the consignment on Friday. Revenue said the 105kg of cannabis was discovered following an “intelligence-led operation”. Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.
Source:Irish Independent
May 26, 2024 03:28 UTC
Kenya's Beatrice Chebet sets world record in 10,000 meters
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Source:The Herald
May 26, 2024 00:54 UTC
French Open great Rafael Nadal refuses to rule out a Roland Garros return in 2025... as 14-time champion insists 'I'm not ready to go just yet'
Draper, 22, should still expect to get his first ever win at the French Open. Cam Norrie (No 32 seed) v Pavel Kotov (Rus, WR57) Kotov, 25, has had a good clay court season and will look to inflict damage with his booming forehand. Katie Boulter (No 26 seed) v Paula Badosa (Sp, WR 140) The British No 1 makes her main-draw debut. If Nadal is not yet ready to say goodbye to tennis, then tennis is also just as reluctant to bid farewell to him. If he gets past Nadal, Zverev, who won the Italian Open title last weekend, could be the one to take advantage in what, on the men’s side, is shaping up to be France’s most open Open for 20 years.
Source:Daily Mail
May 26, 2024 00:38 UTC
Chase leads West Indies to T20I series win over South Africa
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Source:The Herald
May 26, 2024 00:25 UTC
Man arrested in connection with criminal damage caused by fire in Tallaght
Man arrested in connection with criminal damage caused by fire in TallaghtA man has been arrested in connection with criminal damage caused by a fire at a property in Tallaght, County Dublin. The man, in his late teens, was arrested on Saturday and is currently being held in a Garda station in Dublin. Gardaí continue to appeal to anyone who may have information in relation to this incident to contact them. Any person who was in the vicinity of High Street, Tallaght between 10:30pm and 11:30pm on Tuesday evening and who observed any unusual activity is asked to contact investigating gardaí. Anyone with information is asked to contact Tallaght Garda Station 01 666 6000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Source:Irish Independent
May 25, 2024 23:44 UTC
Government urged to take emergency measures to address housing crisis
Government urged to take emergency measures to address housing crisisBy Rebecca Black, PAThe Government has been urged to take emergency measures to address the housing crisis. The Housing Commission report outlined 83 recommendations, and highlighted a “major concern” with Ireland’s housing deficit and urged emergency action coupled with a “step change” increase in supply. People Before Profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett slammed the government’s housing policy as a “disaster”. He said the Housing Commission report “confirmed what everyone already knows”, adding that the government “has made a complete mess of housing in this country, resulting in misery for hundreds of thousands of adults, families and children”. He urged the Government to take emergency measures to address the housing crisis.
Source:Irish Independent
May 25, 2024 23:28 UTC
Leinster beaten as Toulouse lift Champions Cup after extra time
Leinster beaten as Toulouse lift Champions Cup after extra timeBy Duncan Bech, PA England Rugby CorrespondentLeinster were unable to shed their losing habit in Investec Champions Cup finals after they were edged 31-22 by Toulouse with only extra time separating the rivals at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Photo by Mike EgertonThe French champions were helped by James Lowe being shown a yellow card for a deliberate knock-on, but that advantage was quickly wiped out when lock Richie Arnold was sent off. Thomas Ramos provided the decisive points, with three penalties taking them out of reach as Toulouse came on strong despite being a man down. Ross Byrne kicked four Leinster penalties. Kinghorn and Byrne traded kicks once more before three points from replacement Ramos nudged Toulouse in front.
Source:Irish Independent
May 25, 2024 23:24 UTC
Erik ten Hag defies odds and intense speculation to lead Man Utd to FA Cup glory
Erik ten Hag defies odds and intense speculation to lead Man Utd to FA Cup gloryBy Andy Hampson, PAErik ten Hag defied the odds and intense speculation over his future as Manchester United manager to mastermind a shock FA Cup final victory over arch-rivals and Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday. Photo: John Walton/PA. Photo: John Walton/PA. Photo: John Walton/PA. Photo: John Walton/PA.
Source:Irish Independent
May 25, 2024 22:55 UTC
Top money managers are wary of Shein float
Some of Britain’s largest fund managers have spoken out against plans for fast fashion giant Shein to float in London. London is currently vying with New York for the blockbuster £53billion float, which would see Shein slip straight into the blue-chip FTSE 100. But UK money managers, including Aviva Investors, Schroders and M&G, may turn their backs on the listing over concerns about workers’ rights at the Chinese fashion giant. Speaking out: Some of Britain’s largest fund managers have spoken out against plans for Shein to float in LondonThe UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association, said it does not want London to ‘become a listing place of last resort for companies with poor human rights records’. A Channel 4 investigation in 2022 revealed some Chinese workers were paid as little as 3p per garment while working 18-hour days.
Source:Daily Mail
May 25, 2024 21:28 UTC
Barcelona defend Women’s Champions League title with win over Lyon in final
Barcelona defend Women’s Champions League title with win over Lyon in finalBy Rachel Steinberg, PASecond-half strikes by Ballon d’Or winners Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas inspired Barcelona’s Women’s Champions League title defence and a maiden quadruple with a 2-0 victory over Lyon in Spain. It was the first time Barca, fielding a line-up that included England midfielder Keira Walsh and a particularly in-form Lucy Bronze, had ever beaten the French champions in five times of asking, doing so in front of a record-breaking crowd of 50,827 for a Women’s Champions League final at Bilbao’s San Mames Stadium. Emma Hayes had hoped to conclude her 12 years at Chelsea with victory in this final, the one trophy that eluded the new United States manager, before her move across the pond. But the Blues came up just short of their second Champions League showpiece, and it was Hayes’ hotly-tipped potential successor, Sonia Bompastor, whose Lyon side could not find their way past Chelsea’s last-four executioners for what would have been a ninth title in their history. It was a rousing ovation that greeted the 30-year-old when she stepped out onto the pitch in the third minute of stoppage time, a sound quickly upgraded to a roar when she found the back of the net three minutes later to cap off the victory.
Source:Irish Independent
May 25, 2024 20:45 UTC