The potential negative health impact of social media use is attracting greater attention from researchers and policymakers. David Lynch reportsThe possible health impacts of social media use have been in the headlines in recent weeks. The negative consequences of social media use had been a key theme at the Organisation’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in April. Public health lensThe motions passed by IMO doctors in April reflect the broader public health lens that is increasingly being applied to social media. Parents and caregivers typically have a deeper understanding of their child’s individual needs, how they use social media, and how social media might displace other important activities like physical exercise, social interactions, and sleep.” She added that “importantly” the type of social media used, the user’s motivations, socio-cultural context, and environment are crucial considerations for policy development, rather than relying solely on numerical values like time spent.
Source:Irish Independent
July 21, 2024 15:45 UTC
Rob Freeman, PATwo people have been arrested as part of a sudden death investigation in Belfast, police have said. A statement from the Police Service of Northern Ireland said they had arrested a man and a woman in connection with the death. They are assisting police with their enquiries. The death happened in the Donegal Avenue area of South Belfast on Saturday.
Source:The Herald
July 21, 2024 14:23 UTC
Amanda Abbington: I thought ‘long and hard’ before making Strictly complaintHannah Roberts, PA Entertainment ReporterActress Amanda Abbington has said she “would not have been able to live with myself” if she had stayed silent about her Strictly Come Dancing experience. The 50-year-old, who left the show early in 2023, said she thought “long and hard” before making a complaint to the BBC about the behaviour of former dance partner Giovanni Pernice due to the “backlash” she would receive. Speaking to the Sun On Sunday, Sherlock actor Abbington said: “I found Giovanni’s behaviour unnecessary, abusive, cruel and mean. “I had to think long and hard about making a complaint because I knew the backlash I would get. Amanda Abbington (Ian West/PA) Photo by Ian WestDi Prima said in a statement that he deeply regrets “the events that led to my departure from Strictly”.
Source:Irish Independent
July 21, 2024 13:59 UTC
Louis Vuitton Ireland, owned by Paris-headquartered LVMH, also recorded a pre-tax profit of almost €11m last year, up from €9.6m. Hugo Boss, Burberry, Richemont, and Swatch all recently highlighted slumping sales in ChinaMost of Louis Vuitton Ireland’s sales were made in stores, with only €4.95m spent online. The substantial profit and sales growth from Louis Vuitton Ireland comes as several luxury brands have recorded declining sales in China. Hugo Boss, Burberry, Richemont, and Swatch all recently highlighted slumping sales in China as consumers cut back on luxury spending. British fashion house Burberry recently announced that sales in mainland China fell 21pc year-over-year in the most recent quarter.
Source:Irish Independent
July 21, 2024 13:22 UTC
Some apologists for that form of sectarianism claim it is "civic nationalism", but I fail to see anything civic in the notion that I/we are different (nay, superior) to you/them, by dint of existence on a certain land mass, divided arbitrarily to a great extent. Two-child benefit cap must stayTHE SNP Westminster leaded Stephen Flynn is urging the UK Government to abolish the two-child benefit cap. The cap introduced in 2017 prevents parents from claiming Universal Credit or child tax credits for a third child. Our merchant navy, responsible for trade and supply chains, is vital to national resilience. The Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) and merchant navy are fundamental to our island trading nation but all have too few ships and people to fulfil properly their roles.
Source:The Herald
July 21, 2024 13:17 UTC
In The Irish Times, we’re fortunate to have foreign correspondents on the ground, with Washington Correspondent Keith Duggan reporting all week from the Republican National Convention convention in Milwaukee. 4 I often don’t have to read Patrick Freyne’s columns myself, because my wife will read his piece and, every few lines, laugh, read a paragraph out, laugh again. However, perhaps the most interesting build-up piece of the week is not directly related to the decider. The Irish Thalidomide Association has demanded a proper apology from the Government, which it says was not contained in a recent letter. Before a planned meeting with the Government next Wednesday, one of the survivors has done a long interview with The Irish Times, which will be published – in print and online – on Tuesday.
Source:The Irish Times
July 21, 2024 11:59 UTC
Useful Products is a US-based small business established in 2007 by car wash owner, electrician, and former bodybuilder Anthony LaPolla that specializes in drill-cleaning brushes and attachments. Yellow is the “all-purpose” medium bristle, but some are softer and harder depending on what types of surfaces you’re cleaning (but none of them will scratch!). I came across this drill attachment set, and let me tell you, it helped me tremendously! I still had to get in with a putty knife on some of them but it really cut down my elbow-grease time. If it wasn’t for this drill attachment, I think my arms would have just fallen off trying to clean it as good as I did!
Source:The Irish Daily Star
July 21, 2024 11:01 UTC
Man Utd still 'a long way away' from winning Premier League – Erik ten HagBy PA Sport StaffErik ten Hag has insisted Manchester United are a “long way away” from being ready to win the Premier League and claimed Ralf Rangnick’s assessment that the club need open-heart surgery was correct. Former Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick said the club needed ‘open-heart surgery’ (Gareth Fuller/PA) Photo by Gareth Fuller“Rangnick was absolutely right. “We want this club back to where it was more than a decade ago, to a club that wins the Premier League, which can win Champions Leagues. We are really a long way away from that, I think. “This club needs good players, and one thing is certain: Jadon Sancho is a very good player.
Source:Irish Independent
July 21, 2024 09:54 UTC
Dan Brown one shot off the lead as thrilling Open finale lies in store at TroonBy Phil Casey, PA Golf CorrespondentQualifier Dan Brown wrote another chapter in his incredible Open Championship story to set up a thriller of a final day at Royal Troon. Brown, who birdied the 36th hole in qualifying to secure his major debut, defied miserable conditions to leave himself 18 holes away from a fairytale triumph. The world number 272 held the outright lead until an unfortunate double bogey on the 18th, but a third round of 73 left him just a shot behind American Billy Horschel. Another birdie putt from Lowry came up inches short on the 613-yard sixth and Brown took full advantage, a superb approach leaving a tap-in. “That finish is why it’s a little bit deflating as I’ve ground it out today and through not hitting a bad golf shot I’ve dropped three,” Brown said.
Source:Irish Independent
July 21, 2024 08:49 UTC
Work to start on new link road and one-way system in TullamoreOffaly County Council has announced the signing of contracts for the new High Street to Tanyard link road in Tullamore. The council said the link road, along with the introduction of a one-way traffic system from the Tanyard through O’Connor Square, will allow for the regeneration of the Tanyard, the former 'Carroll’s' site, and the former 'Coen’s' site in the town. Ballinasloe-based Kenny Civils & Plant Ltd successfully tendered for the project and the contract signing took place on Friday (July 19). The work is now due to begin in the coming weeks. Offaly County Council said the link road and one-way system would help to further enhance "the transformative impact of the O’Connor Square re-development" in the county town.
Source:Irish Independent
July 21, 2024 07:16 UTC
08.00When I’m in Brooklyn I’ll wake up, go to the studio, paint until I get too hungry and then try to talk somebody into giving me lunch. I’ll then paint until I forget to eat dinner, then some friends will come around and drink a glass of wine and then I’ll go home. Oliver Jeffers by Erika Hokanson15.00I have a studio at the bottom of the garden but I’ll try to avoid it unless I have a really serious deadline or I’m doing a project with the kids and then it’s their studio, not mine. I used to think my fine art and my storytelling were very different enterprises. We’re not going to survive if we don’t start doing that.’17.00Friends might come over with their kids.
Source:Irish Examiner
July 21, 2024 04:33 UTC
All tractors in Ireland will be electric when this becomes economically viable, Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said. He was speaking at the unveiling of the first electric tractor in Ethiopia - a tractor developed by an Irish company working with local partners. Mr Martin, who was on a trip to Ethiopia and Kenya, described it as an "Irish tractor" and predicted widespread use of this technology one day. "That will come when we make it economically viable, it will come," he said. David Moore, the Dubliner behind Regenerators, the company which developed this tractor as an electric model, said the project has only been possible thanks to generous support from Irish Aid.
Source:Irish Examiner
July 20, 2024 22:11 UTC
Gardaí seize 18 firearms during operation in Co LouthJonathan McCambridge, PAGardaí have seized 18 firearms and approximately 900 rounds of ammunition at a premises in Co Louth. Garda Assistant Commissioner for Organised and Serious Crime Justin Kelly said: “Today’s seizure of firearms and ammunition is particularly significant. “Weapons such as those seized by Gardaí today are the lifeblood of organised criminal groups, who often use violence as part of their drug trafficking operations. “I wish to commend the dedication of all the gardaí involved in this operation. “Operations like today’s demonstrate our determination to make Ireland a hostile environment for organised criminal groups to operate.”
Source:Irish Independent
July 20, 2024 19:51 UTC
Over €8m worth of drugs, €1m cash seized in DublinOver €8 million worth of drugs and €1 million in cash has been seized by Gardaí following a search operation in Dublin. A residence in The Ward, Dublin 11 was searched on Friday evening as part of an intelligence-led operation conducted by the Dublin Crime Team. The drugs found included cocaine, cannabis, ketamine, LSD and MDMA, and will now be sent to Forensic Science Ireland for analysis. Approximately €1 million in cash, vehicles and designer goods were also seized in a number of follow-up searches across the Dublin region. "Cash is the lifeblood of crime groups and the seizure of amounts of this scale causes significant disruption.
Source:Irish Independent
July 20, 2024 19:01 UTC
Michael BoltonGalway will face Kerry in the All-Ireland ladies Football final after their semi-final wins over Cork and Armagh. First half goals proved crucial as Galway reached their first All-Ireland final since 2019 as they defeated Cork 2-7 to 0-10 in Saturday's first semi-final. Cork had a win over Galway already this season in the championship, but Galway have been a new side since that defeat. Galway had their second goal just before half-time through Ailbhe Daveron as they took a 2-4 to 0-5 lead into the interval. They will meet Kerry in the final after their 1-8 to 0-7 win over Armagh to reach their third All-Ireland final in-a-row.
Source:The Herald
July 20, 2024 18:50 UTC