Midlothian dad takes on ultramarathon golf challenge in aid of Prostate Cancer UK
Midlothian dad takes on ultramarathon golf challenge in aid of Prostate Cancer UK'Watching that journey - the uncertainty, the strength they’ve had to show - it stays with you.' A Midlothian dad is set to take on a marathon golf challenge after being inspired by the courageous cancer battles of two of his friends. Ben Caird, from Gorebridge, will complete 100 holes at Liberton Golf Club in the space of one day. He hopes to test himself while at the same time doing something positive for those living with a cancer diagnosis. “We have been lucky enough to have amazing support from Liberton Golf Club in Edinburgh.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 21, 2026 09:24 UTC
€5 nightly tax for tourists to Dublin floated by council
DCC hopes to reflect burden visitors place on city servicesDublin City Council (DCC) has floated a number of models for a proposed ‘tourist tax’ in the capital, with the authority hoping to reflect the increased burden placed on city services by visitors. Cities in 21 other European countries have implemented such a measure, which would place an additional charge on those staying in hotels, hostels and other accommodation in the city. In a presentation to councillors, DCC’s economic development head Ross Curley outlined the different models in use from which Dublin could draw inspiration. "So, it’s per person per night, per room per night and a percentage of the room rate. They point to the high prices already faced by tourists to the capital, and the fact that hotels already pay commercial rates to the council, along with Vat.
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 09:17 UTC
Robbery increase in North Wales county includes children having phones taken
Robbery increase in North Wales county includes children having phones takenCrime data shows a 'marked increase' in the number of robberies GwyneddView Image There has been an increase in some wards within Bangor (Image: North Wales Live)A "marked increase" in robberies in a North Wales county includes cases of children having their mobile phones taken. During a Cyngor Gwynedd communities scrutiny committee meeting held on Thursday, March 19, councillors were told there had been a "small but marked" rise in robbery offences in the county. This represented a 112.5% rise in robbery offences in the county, as compared to the 12.4% increase recorded for north Wales. The North Wales Live Whatsapp community for top stories and breaking news is live now - here’s how to sign upWhilst the report stated that robbery volumes were considered "only small" there had been "a marked increase" so far for 2025/26. "Analysis of these offences shows increases in some wards within Bangor, most notably Deiniolen, Menai (Bangor)," the report stated.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 21, 2026 09:13 UTC
Man who violently murdered defenceless friend sentenced to life in prison
Tomas Cypas (35) was sentenced to life in prison for murder. Watching their mother and father saying goodbye “to their firstborn son was the most heartbreaking thing we experienced”, the brothers wrote. Earlier this month, a jury convicted Lithuanian national Cypas of murdering Kokenbergs by a majority verdict of 10 to two. “Losing a child at any age is the most brutal loss and every parent’s worst nightmare. It was the worst thing in our lives to look into Mam and Dad’s eyes and tell them they had lost a son.
Source:The Irish Times
March 21, 2026 09:02 UTC
Ireland joins the hunt for Russian submarines
“Civilian hulls painted grey” is a term often applied to the vessels of the Irish Naval Service. [ Ireland to deploy large numbers of undersea trackers to detect Russian submarinesOpens in new window ]In most countries, this programme would be called Anti-Submarine Warfare. Since 2024, the increasing number of Russian vessels in Irish waters has accelerated this change in priorities, said a source. US naval ships equipped with mini subs are also occasional visitors to the waters off the west and south coasts. This means if an Irish naval ship detects a submarine, it will have no way of telling who is operating it.
Source:The Irish Times
March 21, 2026 09:01 UTC
North East woman ordered to pay £1,000 after 'large amount' of waste fly-tipped
North East woman ordered to pay £1,000 after 'large amount' of waste fly-tippedThe address of Donna Adams, from Consett, was found on an invoice in the rubbish that was dumped in May of last yearView Image The waste which was fly-tipped on Knitsley Lane, in Rowley, Consett, County Durham (Image: Durham County Council)A woman from County Durham has been ordered to pay £1,000 after a 'large amount' of waste was fly-tipped. Durham County Council's neighbourhood wardens found the fly-tipped waste on Knitsley Lane, in Rowley, Consett. The rubbish also included a household appliance, furniture and a bike tyre, with the wardens then attending Adams' address but not getting an answer. Ian Hoult, Durham County Council’s neighbourhood protection manager, said: "This prosecution demonstrates that we will not tolerate fly-tipping and the detrimental impact it can have on residents and the environment. "We know the vast majority of people take responsibility for their waste and we thank them for doing so.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 21, 2026 09:00 UTC
Graeme Souness savages Mo Salah and demands he LEAVES Liverpool
Graeme Souness savages Mo Salah and demands he LEAVES LiverpoolBoth Liverpool and Mohamed Salah have endured difficult seasons with Reds great Graeme Souness having offered a particularly scathing take on the Egyptian’s form and his future at AnfieldView 2 Images Graeme Souness has offered his take on Mo Salah's form (Image: Getty Images)Liverpool icon Graeme Souness believes Mo Salah should end his Anfield career THIS summer, after blaming the Egyptian for the Reds’ downturn. The reigning Premier League champions have endured a difficult season under Arne Slot, having slipped to fifth. Salah has also had a tricky season in front of goal, having scored just five times in the Premier League. Explaining his form to Mail Online, Reds hero Souness said: “What happens, in my opinion and in my experience, is your career happens one of two ways. His numbers are way down, and he is the single biggest reason why Liverpool are having an indifferent season.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 21, 2026 08:58 UTC
Sil Fox wants jury to hear case against DPP and Garda over dismissed sex assault charge
Sil Fox, the nonagenarian entertainer and comic, wants his High Court claim for damages arising from the failed prosecution of a sexual assault charge against him to be heard by a jury. The Fox side accepts its client is not entitled by default to have his case heard by a jury. As a result of the publicity attached to the case, Fox submits that the damage to his reputation “was done”, in respect of his career as a “much-loved and well-known” entertainer, counsel said. McGrory said Fox claims his popularity significantly waned following the case, and offers of work and public appearances radically diminished. McKenna submitted there were complex matters of law arising in the case that were not suitable for a jury to decide.
Source:The Irish Times
March 21, 2026 08:46 UTC
Premier League relegation battle decided by reverse fixtures with just one point in it
Premier League relegation battle decided by reverse fixtures with just one point in itThe Premier League relegation battle is heating up with Leeds United, Tottenham, West Ham and Nottingham Forest scrapping for survivalView 3 Images Tottenham are one of a handful of relegation-threatened top-flight teams (Image: Getty)Tottenham are one of many sides facing the very real threat of relegation with eight Premier League fixtures left to play. However, a repeat of the reverse results of these remaining matches would see them survive as they battle with Leeds United, West Ham and Nottingham Forest. They face Forest on Sunday afternoon in a crucial relegation six-pointer as West Ham and Leeds also linger dangerously near the drop. This would see Tottenham finish the campaign on 39 points and if we consider the other relegation-threatened teams' reverse fixtures, they'd avoid the theoretical drop. However, they would still avoid the drop in this scenario, with West Ham suffering relegation to the Championship.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 21, 2026 08:41 UTC
Meningitis strain in Kent outbreak has led to 12 deaths in Ireland in past five years
Ciarán Cannon on his daughter who was stillborn: ‘She would be 23 now. I often wonder what she would look like? What she would sound like? And how would her presence have changed the rest of us?’
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 08:33 UTC
‘It’s going to kill the centre’ – Stillorgan retailers claim parking charges are causing ‘devastating’ drop in footfall
They said the introduction of the €1.20 hourly fee at the shopping centre car parks has had a “devastating” effect on trade, with many reporting double‑digit declines in footfall and turnover. Traders estimate footfall has fallen by an average of 20pc since the charges were introduced. The car parks are owned by US investment firm Kennedy Wilson and operated by Euro Car Parks Ireland, which also manages multi-storey car parks at the Mater Hospital and the National Convention Centre. While management claimed it improved parking availability, customers reported avoiding the centre in favour of competitors like Blanchardstown. However, retailers say the charges have deterred customers who previously used the centre for quick visits.
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 08:33 UTC
Irish economy in better position than European peers on Iran war risk, says Central Bank boss Gabriel Makhlouf
Ireland is better placed than many of its European peers to weather economic risks from the Iran war fallout as it starts from a stronger base, Central Bank of Ireland governor Gabriel Makhlouf has said. “The main risks for Ireland actually are similar to the rest of Europe. It’s the impact on growth, the impact on inflation,” Mr Makhlouf said in an interview with Bloomberg. “The war in Iran has not fundamentally changed my views of the Irish economy,” Mr Makhlouf said. “If one thing we’ve learn from this latest crisis is, it just underlines the need to reduce our – never mind doing it for climate change reasons – reliance on fossil fuels,” Mr Makhlouf said.
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 08:32 UTC
Government to slash excise duty by up to a quarter in bid to ease worst fuel crisis in living memory
Government to slash excise duty by up to a quarter in bid to ease worst fuel crisis in living memoryRelief will be temporary, with measures expected to be in place for just one monthPrice of fuel surges close to €2.30 a litre – with further pain predicted at the pumpsSenan Molony Today at 06:30The Government is likely to cut excise duty by up to one-quarter at forecourt pumps next week, which could result in a reduction of nearly 33c per litre – but only for a month.
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 08:31 UTC
Electric vehicles or petrol cars – which is cheaper to run?
Electric vehicles or petrol cars – which is cheaper to run? We did a like-for-like comparison between the Hyundai Kona petrol and the Kona Electric, factoring in everything from charging costs to insuranceEV cars aren't always a big cost-saver. Photo: GettyGeraldine Herbert Today at 06:30The conflict in Iran and rising fuel prices are likely to accelerate the shift away from petrol cars, but how much could you actually save by opting for an electric car?
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 08:31 UTC
Four people hospitalised following Kilkenny crash
Emergency services were called to the scene of a two-car crash in Piltown, Co KilkennyFour people were transported to University Hospital Waterford for treatment of injuries sustained during the crash. Photo: stock imageGardaí are investigating after four people were hospitalised following a crash involving two cars in Co Kilkenny on Wednesday evening. Emergency services and gardaí were called to the scene of a two-vehicle road traffic collision involving cars at Piltown in Co Kilkenny on Wednesday, March 18 at approximately 5.20pm. Two female passengers of the second car, aged in their teens and 50s, were also conveyed to University Hospital Waterford, for treatment of injuries understood to be non-life-threatening. Gardaí say that their investigations into the crash are ongoing at this time.
Source:Irish Independent
March 21, 2026 08:11 UTC