Eurovision semi-final: Ireland’s act competes as UK’s Olly Alexander performs
Alexander, 33, will sing his dance-infused track Dizzy shortly after the first four competitors take to the stage. Bambie will be hoping that they will not be another Irish entrant that fails to make the finals of the contest. Ireland and Sweden are level for the most wins in the contest’s history, at seven each, following Swedish singer Loreen triumphing at Liverpool. They also have never missed a grand final, and nine of their 14 entries have finished in the top 10. There is not expected to be protests until later in the week, when Israel’s Eden Golan performs Hurricane at the second semi-final on Thursday.
Source:The Herald
May 07, 2024 01:51 UTC
Bailey must lead the way on interest rate cuts, says ALEX BRUMMER
After the shambolic local election results, the Tories’ remaining best hope of shifting the goalposts is interest rate cuts. Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt have no direct control over interest rates. Tomorrow, when the MPC sits down for its session, governor Andrew Bailey can show leadership. This gives the Bank the choice to lead the way down from higher borrowing costs. He is just one vote on a nine-member committee where the hawks need to be brought down from the summit.
Source:Daily Mail
May 07, 2024 01:42 UTC
WATCH: Largest protest opposing immigration to date packs city centre
The largest protest to date in opposition to the government’s handling of immigration saw thousands of demonstrators pack Dublin city centre today. They passed a counter-protest on O’Connell Street which had been cordoned off by an Garda Síochana without incident. pic.twitter.com/1jwqO7lj3Q — gript (@griptmedia) May 6, 2024The crowd heard from a number of speakers, and was addressed by candidates in the upcoming local and European elections including Malachy Steenson and Gavin Pepper. A very large crowd of people has assembled in Dublin for what organisers say is a protest against Government immigration policy. According to the last Census, one in five people now living in Ireland were not born here.
Source:The Irish Times
May 06, 2024 21:40 UTC
Herald: Siolim Pastor, wife challenge externment order in HC again
07 May 2024| 06:29am ISTSiolim Pastor, wife challenge externment order in HC againLegal battle to continue after appellate authority dismissed appeals filed by Pastor Domnic D’Souza and wife JoanTeam HeraldPANJIM: Siolim-based Five Pillar Church Pastor Domnic D’Souza and his wife Joan Mascarenhas e D’Souza have yet again challenged their externment order before the High Court of Bombay at Goa. The duo have challenged the externment order a week after the appellate authority ie Chief Secretary P K Goel dismissed their appeals. On April 26, the appellate authority had dismissed appeals filed by Pastor Domnic D'Souza and wife Joan Mascarenhas e D’Souza against their externment order by the North Goa Collector. Earlier, the High Court had directed the appellate authority ie the Chief Secretary to dispose of the appeals filed by D’Souza and his wife Joan challenging their externment order, as expeditiously as possible and in any case, latest by April 26. The North Goa Collector had on March 14, 2024 issued an order externing them from the jurisdiction of North Goa district for a period of six months, with immediate effect, under the provisions of the Goa Maintenance of Public Order and Safety Act, 1988.
Source:The Herald
May 06, 2024 20:00 UTC
Catholic education in Ireland: Is it a choice between divestment or falling off a cliff?
Catholic education in Ireland risks falling off a demographic cliff with the numbers of teachers in Catholic schools professing adherence to the faith projected to decline rapidly, according to an in-depth survey of Catholic education in Ireland that was recently released. However, the public reception of the report seems to propose only either/or solutions – fewer schools or a diluted Catholic education. Catholic patronage seems primarily an issue for competing patronages, humanist/atheist interest groups, and antagonistic media and politicians. For someone outside Ireland, it would be expected that Catholic school stakeholders would be assumed to have a Catholic identity. Is it possible that in the future, the majority of Catholic schools will be led by people with no commitment to the faith?
Source:The Herald
May 06, 2024 19:42 UTC
'Dignity and compassion' should be crucial to immigration system, says MEP candidate
Michael BoltonAn Independent MEP candidate for Midlands North-West has labelled the EU response to migration as all wrong. Saoirse McHugh, who ran in the 2019 European elections and the 2020 General Election, criticised immigration policies in the Government and the European Union. Speaking to Breakingnews.ie, Ms McHugh criticised the EU migration pact, and said she would have voted against it as it makes migration more dangerous in Europe. "I thought it was so cruel, it was just a further tightening and making migration into the EU more dangerous. Dignity and compassion should be the guiding values of any immigration system."
Source:The Herald
May 06, 2024 18:32 UTC
Wexford win dress rehearsal as rematch in final awaits
Wexford win dress rehearsal as rematch in final awaitsWexford 2-7, Westmeath 1-6Previous Next Image 1 of 2 Wexford’s Caoilfhionn Ní Nualláin’s shot is stopped on the line by Westmeath ‘keeper Lauren McCormack in Sunday’s encounter. John Walsh Image 2 of 2 Ashley Ruane of Westmeath tries to close down Caoilfhionn Ní Nualláin, Wexford. Aoife Cullen and Chloe Foxe respectively negated Westmeath scores from Rachel Dillon and Caoimhe Kilmurray. That led indirectly to Chloe Foxe extending the lead to 1-6 to 0-5, after she was picked out from the placed ball by Clara Donnelly. Wexford: Erin Carley; Katie English, Maria Byrne, Loren Doyle; Ciara Banville, Aisling Halligan, Sarah Harding-Kenny; Róisín Murphy (captain), Clara Donnelly; Bébhinn McDonald, Tara Doyle, Aoife Cullen; Chloe Foxe, Grace Donovan, Ciara Roban.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 18:31 UTC
Fact Check: A Pic Supposedly Shows People Fleeing London After Sadiq Khan Re-Elected Mayor of London Mayor. Here's the Reality
Claim:A photo shared online in early May 2024 shows people fleeing London to escape sharia law after Sadiq Khan was re-elected as the city's mayor. Some abandon their cars to escape before sharia law is installed. Some abandon their cars to escape before sharia law is installed. Some users replying to the photo appeared to believe the caption, while others seemingly missed the joke. 'M1 Motorway Closure: No Explosive Element Found in Suspicious Package'.
Source:Daily Mail
May 06, 2024 18:27 UTC
U-20 hurlers back in third All-Ireland final in succession
The Roscommon U-20 hurlers have qualified for their third All-Ireland final in succession after demolishing Mayo by 2-30 to 1-10 in Castlebar this afternoon. Goals from Brian Mannion and Seán Canning in the opening half laid the platform for the facile victory. Mayo were no match for their more experienced opponents who were utterly ruthless in front of goal, with Oran's Paddy Fallon hitting 0-12 over the hour. Roscommon will now play Down in the All-Ireland final on the weekend of May 25th and 26th where they will be hoping to make it third time lucky following losses to Down and Derry in the 2022 and 2023 deciders respectively. *Match report in tomorrow's Roscommon Herald
Source:The Herald
May 06, 2024 16:59 UTC
Donald Trump arrives in Florida ahead of Miami Grand Prix
Donald Trump arrives in Florida ahead of Miami Grand PrixBy Philip Duncan, PA F1 Correspondent, MiamiFormer United States President Donald Trump has arrived at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium for Sunday’s Formula One race. The security surrounding the 57-lap event in Florida has been significantly increased following Trump’s decision to attend the sixth round of the F1 campaign. Donald Trump headed for the McLaren garage and Zak Brown. Photo: PA. Photo by David DaviesProspective Republican candidate Trump had reportedly planned to use a suite in the exclusive paddock club here to host a political fundraiser. Max Verstappen, who has won four of the five rounds so far, starts on pole position, with Lewis Hamilton eighth on the grid.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 13:38 UTC
Football rumours: Saudi clubs circle Arsenal’s Thomas Partey and Gabriel Jesus
Football rumours: Saudi clubs circle Arsenal’s Thomas Partey and Gabriel JesusBy PA Sport StaffArsenal duo Gabriel Jesus and Thomas Partey are on the radar of clubs in the Saudi Pro League, according to the Daily Express. The 27-year-old Brazilian has scored four goals with five assists in 25 games for Arsenal in the Premier League this season while Partey, 30, has played in 12 games. The future of Newcastle striker Callum Wilson is uncertain with the Daily Mirror reporting the 32-year-old is being linked to an exit from the club. Wilson has scored nine goals in 19 games this season. Mario Hermoso: Spanish outlet AS reports Aston Villa are closing in on signing the 28-year-old Atletico Madrid defender.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 12:21 UTC
Cllr Cassin seeks re-election as Independent Ireland candidate | Carlow Nationalist
By Suzanne PenderCOUNCILLOR John Cassin has announced his intention to seek re-election for the upcoming local elections under the Independent Ireland banner. Independent Ireland defines itself as the “party of common sense” and includes TDs Michael Fitzmaurice, Michael Collins and Richard O’Donoghue. Cllr Cassin will once again stand in the Carlow LEA, his fourth election for the area. “It has been an honour to serve the people of Carlow town and I am eager to continue my efforts to improve our community. Cllr Cassin was first elected to Carlow Town Council in 2009 as a member of Sinn Féin and subsequently elected to Carlow County Council in 2014.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 12:14 UTC
Lions Club to roll out 'Message in a Bottle' campaign in Tullamore
Lions Club to roll out 'Message in a Bottle' campaign in TullamoreTullamore Lions Club has launched a 'Message in a Bottle' campaign aimed at helping emergency services access vital information about vulnerable people quickly and easily in a crisis situation. It is called ‘Message in a Bottle’ and Tullamore Lions Club is rolling it out in the Tullamore region. Tullamore Lions Club is providing and sponsoring the bottles. Anthony Kearns, President Tullamore Lions Club, said that the club was pleased to be able to sponsor the scheme in the area. A few minutes delay in emergency services finding your home could make the difference between life and death.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 12:11 UTC
Bank of Ireland faces US lawsuit from insurance group over $67m loan
Everlake has accused the bank of ‘wilful misconduct’ by extending maturity date without its agreementBank of Ireland has been accused of “wilful misconduct” in a US lawsuit where it is being sued by an insurance group that alongside the bank and others loaned more than $67m (€62m) to a company that makes technology products for use by people with vision impairments.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 11:51 UTC
County-by-county breakdown shows where most refugees and asylum seekers are accommodated across Ireland
It reflects the large amount of tourism accommodation in Kerry, but is counterbalanced by relatively fewer settlements of people – 893 – seeking international protection (IP). For international protection applicants, three Dublin local authority areas top the list – Dublin City Council (3,802), followed by South Dublin (3,569) and Fingal (2,591) – while bottom are Leitrim (104), Longford (136) and Kilkenny (137). It is important to note that they only show Ukrainians who are in accommodation commissioned by his department, and asylum-seekers who are housed by the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS). However, the number of international protection (IP) applicants in State-funded accommodation has reached 29,283. Leitrim has only 31,000 people, but also holds nearly 1,000 Ukrainians and IP applicants combined.
Source:Irish Independent
May 06, 2024 11:18 UTC