Tent clearance underway along Grand Canal in Dublin
Tent clearance underway along Grand Canal in DublinAnother multi-agency operation to clear the banks of the Grand Canal of homeless asylum seekers is underway in Dublin. The multi-agency operation to remove the tents between McCartney Bridge and Leeson Street Bridge along the Grand Canal got underway at around 9am on Tuesday morning. The operation is the third co-ordinated clearance after tents were previously removed from another area of the canal and from around the International Protection Office in the past few weeks. Tánaiste Micheál Martin previously said Thornton Hall is being considered as a site to put tents for asylum seekers. There are currently 1,780 male international protection applicants who have not received an offer of State-provided accommodation, amid an increasing number of arrivals.
Source:Irish Independent
May 21, 2024 12:57 UTC
Mary Earps will take her time to decide Manchester United future
Mary Earps will take her time to decide Manchester United futureBy Andy Hampson, PAEngland goalkeeper Mary Earps is still to decide if her future lies at Manchester United. England number one Earps (centre) helped United win the FA Cup, Photo: Adam Davy/PA. Earps (centre) is supporting a grassroots coaching initiative. She said: “They’re really, really important and we’ll be taking them seriously, as we always do. “I’m really looking forward to it.
Source:Irish Independent
May 21, 2024 11:52 UTC
Primary elections day: No vote count delays, local ballot measures explained
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Source:The Herald
May 21, 2024 10:04 UTC
Brighton pushing to complete deal for Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna - Paper Talk
THE GUARDIANBrighton are pushing to complete a deal to appoint Kieran McKenna as Roberto De Zerbi's replacement, but they still face competition from Chelsea and Manchester United for the Ipswich manager. Gareth Southgate will give his defensive injury doubts the opportunity to prove their fitness when he names his provisional England squad for Euro 2024 on Tuesday. THE SUNGareth Southgate has drawn up plans for Kieran Trippier to be his emergency left-back at Euro 2024. Liam Rosenior has emerged as a contender in the race to become the new Brighton manager. DAILY MAILGareth Southgate is set to use extra squad places to bolster his injury-hit England defence.
Source:Daily Mail
May 21, 2024 06:23 UTC
Jim Otto, 'Mr. Raider' and Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86
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Source:The Herald
May 21, 2024 06:22 UTC
MARKET REPORT: Fresnillo sparkles as gold hits a record high
As gold hit a record high while silver soared on hopes of rate cuts in the US and an improving outlook in China, Fresnillo led the FTSE 100. Officials on both sides of the Atlantic have signalled that borrowing costs could be lowered in the summer. The FTSE 100 rose 0.1 per cent, or 3.94 points, to 8424.20 and the FTSE 250 was up 0.6 per cent, or 123.43 points, to 20,873.33. Itaconix, which makes ingredients used in air fresheners, hair gel and dog shampoos, reported a positive start to the year. Victorian Plumbing gained 8.9 per cent, or 7.6p, to 93p after it bought fellow bathroom retailer Victoria Plum for £22.5million.
Source:Daily Mail
May 21, 2024 05:59 UTC
United passengers stuck in Ireland after laptop incident detours Chicago flight
One clumsy laptop mistake left 157 passengers without a flight. Photo / Martin Bjork, UnsplashOne clumsy mistake left 157 passengers in Ireland, without a flight. A United Airlines passenger plane was diverted almost 6000km on Monday following an accident involving a laptop. Pilots deemed it not safe to continue on to Chicago with the passenger’s laptop wedged in the reclining seat. Last year four people were hospitalised after a lithium battery pack overheated and burst into flames on a United Airlines flight from San Diego.
Source:The Herald
May 20, 2024 22:34 UTC
Herald: Letter to the editor (21 May 2024)
21 May 2024| 05:13am ISTLetter to the editor (21 May 2024)Ban sale of liquor to minorsTwo persons were reportedly killed when the speeding luxury car driven by a minor, hit their motorcycle in Pune city on Sunday. However in some states including Goa, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Sikkim, among others, the permissible age is 18. The Parents-Teachers Association could play a role by nudging the schools to upload the students’ marks before commencement of the Board exams. Now after many years, the Goa government thought of renovating the Kala Academy auditoriums and the renovation job was given to someone without tender for Rs 75 crores. The renovation of kala Academy is a total failure which is a waste of Rs 75 crores.
Source:The Herald
May 20, 2024 20:02 UTC
President Michael D Higgins leads tributes to businessman and media magnate Tony O’Reilly after death aged 88
Photo: David ConachyAnthony O'Reilly and wife Chryss O'Reilly at the Ireland Funds Gala evening at the Four Season's Hotel, Dublin, in 2007. Photo: CollinsFormer media magnate Tony O’Reilly has been remembered as a “trailblazer” and a giant of industry by figures across Irish business, sport and political life. His peer and businessman Michael Smurfit paid tribute to Mr O’Reilly as a contemporary and competitor. “Nobody loved life like Tony and nobody lived life like Tony. Mr O’Reilly was “a man of great personal charm” who used that gift for significant philanthropy during his lifetime, Mr Higgins said.
Source:Irish Independent
May 20, 2024 17:52 UTC
Celebrate the beauty of biodiversity with 20th Bealtaine Living Earth Festival in the south east
This year’s festival, coordinated by Calmast at South East Technological University (SETU), promises over 20 free events to celebrate biodiversity and natural heritage. Immerse yourself in nature and celebrate the beauty of biodiversity in the south east during the 20th annual Bealtaine Living Earth Festival, taking place until May 26This year’s festival, coordinated by Calmast at South East Technological University (SETU), promises over 20 free events to celebrate biodiversity and natural heritage. Speaking about Bealtaine Living Earth Festival, Eoin Gill, director of Calmast STEM Engagement Centre at SETU, said, “Our festival, founded and coordinated by SETU’s Calmast, is a testament to our deep connection to the living earth and our responsibility to safeguard it. “Supported by Waterford City and County Council’s festivals fund, the Bealtaine Living Earth Festival has been a pioneering force in celebrating biodiversity and participating in International Day for Biodiversity longer than any other Irish initiative. We look forward to celebrating biodiversity and natural heritage during the 20th annual festival.”The full list of events can be found at Bealtaine Living Earth Festival’s website www.livingearth.ie.
Source:Irish Independent
May 20, 2024 17:51 UTC
Latest Daft.ie. report shows rents continue to rise in Cork City and Cork County
The continued rise in rents across Cork City and Cork County has been blamed on ‘disastrous’ housing policies from the coalition government. The latest Daft.ie rent report shows rents in Cork City increased by 8.1%, while rent has increased by 4.1% across the county. Sinn Féin Senator Paul Gavan said housing policies from the coalition government have locked ordinary workers and families out of affordable housing. Senator Gavan who is seeking election to the European Parliament in the Ireland South constituency criticised Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher for standing over government housing policies that see rents continue to soar in Cork city and county. That's a direct result of the government housing policies that Billy has supported.”“Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin says the government has turned a corner on housing,” said Senator Gavan.
Source:Irish Independent
May 20, 2024 17:44 UTC
Attack on two men in Belfast investigated as racially motivated hate crime
Rebecca Black, PAPolice are treating an attack on two men in south Belfast as a racially motivated hate crime. The pair were attacked in the Ebor Street area by three unknown males on Sunday evening. A police spokesperson said the two men had been walking in the area when they were approached by three males dressed in dark-coloured clothing who shouted racial abuse at them. “One of the victims sustained an injury to his arm whilst putting his arms up to protect himself. Both victims then managed to run away from the scene.”“An investigation to establish the circumstances of this incident, which we are treating as a racially motivated hate crime, is ongoing, and we are appealing for witnesses to contact us.
Source:The Herald
May 20, 2024 17:32 UTC
Xander Schauffele admits first major win has got rid of the chip on his shoulder
Xander Schauffele admits first major win has got rid of the chip on his shoulderPhil Casey, PA Golf Correspondent, LouisvilleWhen Xander Schauffele carded a record-equalling 62 in the opening round of the 106th US PGA Championship, the jokes soon followed. Three days later it was Schauffele who had the last laugh as he secured his first major title with a wire-to-wire victory at Valhalla in a record total of 21 under par. “All those close calls for me, even last week, that sort of feeling, it gets to you at some point,” Schauffele admitted. Xander Schauffele hugs his caddie Austin Kaiser after winning the US PGA Championship (Sue Ogrocki/AP) Photo by Sue Ogrocki“You guys are asking the questions, probing, and I have to sit here and answer it. That’s a whole different ball game, winning that one, but I’ll definitely be able to pull some confidence from this thing.”
Source:Irish Independent
May 20, 2024 16:49 UTC
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Dublin-based Keywords Studios soars amid £2.2bn takeover bid
Keywords Studios provides services from game art to marketing and testing. The latest proposal is a “significant increase” from the initial bid and the board of Keywords Studios “would be minded to recommend” it to shareholders if a firm bid is made, the company said. Keywords Studios, which is listed on London’s junior AIM market, was established in 1998 and has more than 13,000 employees in 26 countries. [ Concerns arise over jobs at Dublin-based Keywords Studios ]The company reported record revenues of €780 million in 2023 – up 13 per cent year-on-year – while its pretax profit fell 49 per cent to €35 million. Under UK takeover rules, EQT has until June 15th to either make a firm offer or walk away.
Source:The Irish Times
May 20, 2024 16:24 UTC
Time runs out on resurgent Westmeath as Wexford take the honours
Time runs out on resurgent Westmeath as Wexford take the honoursWexford 0-15, Westmeath 1-11Previous Next Image 1 of 6 Rachel Dillon shoots for a score against Wexford. Photos: Denis Byrne Denis Byrne Image 2 of 6 Chloe Kelly turns Amanda Power in Sunday’s final. Denis Byrne Image 4 of 6 Vicky Carr gaining possession for Westmeath as Sarah Harding Kenny gives chase. Denis Byrne Image 6 of 6 Sarah Dillon about to notch a score for Westmeath in Sunday’s final. With both sides already assured of a place in the final, Wexford came away as four-point winners.
Source:Irish Independent
May 20, 2024 15:23 UTC