If you look at it like that (increased game time), I suppose it does (vindicate the move),” Milne said. But the move's been great so far, especially for game time.”The Milne CV paints a steady progression through the representative ranks to this point. “And then second year academy, first game of the season, Ed Byrne got injured so I got a few games. We will never know, but Milne is relishing the increased opportunity to play as much rugby as possible. Michael Milne, right, and Jack Conan during an Ireland Rugby squad training.

Picture by Noel SweeneyWe are here together, these 55 women and me, to experience Lesley Giltinan’s Radiance weekend at Castlemartyr Resort, one of a growing number of women’s retreats launching in Ireland and abroad. Picture by Noel SweeneyThere’s laughter and fun — at this stage of the weekend, friendships have been formed. “The team at the hotel asked whether I would be interested in doing a wellness weekend; I said I’d love to do it,” says Giltinan, the woman behind the hugely successful Lean with Lesley fitness app. Living in Australia, and midway through a gruelling year of chemotherapy and radiation, I attended Petra King’s Quest for Life residential retreat. Whether it’s book club or wellness focused retreats like Radiance, what women are really seeking, says Giltinan, is connection and community.

Later, in 2012, Mr Meade took over Liscleary Cemetery in Ballygarvan. The Irish Examiner visited Mr Meade at St John’s Cemetery, which, according to him, can host 64,000 burials. “It made such an impact on me,” Mr Meade said. Picture: Chani AndersonThe afterlifeFor Mr Meade, working in cemeteries is dependent on one's attitude towards death and the afterlife. But I said: ‘It’s great to see ye lads, but if ye don’t mind taking your bottles back with ye when ye are leaving, I would greatly appreciate it.

The first public consultation highlighted significant concerns among individuals, businesses, and organisations, with the National Transport Authority (NTA) confirming that more than 1,000 submissions were received. The consultation feedback demonstrated strong public support for light rail in Cork, with 55% of the submissions expressing satisfaction or neutral support for the specific route proposed. Luas Cork is a proposed 18km light rail line that will deliver a high-capacity public transport link between Ballincollig and Mahon, via the city centre. The NTA has said a second round of public consultation will now take place in the second quarter of this year. “Following the development of those revised designs, it is intended that Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) will undertake a second round of public consultation in Q2 2026, setting out a proposed preferred route.

Bec claims that mindset shaped everything from how she dated to how she carried herself, with self-doubt becoming a constant background noise. In the past year, Bec has lost 27kg and embraced a new lifestyle that included keto before she pivoted into Pilates and weight training. Bec will make her debut when the thirteenth season, which kicks off on Channel Nine on February 2. Daily Mail was the first to reveal that the Adelaide-based socialite was joining the 2026 series back in July. Bec also speaks candidly about her relationship past, including a previous engagement that ended just months before the wedding.

While he didn’t necessarily envisage himself doing so in the blue jersey, Leinster prop Jerry Cahir has said he always believed an opportunity would eventually come his way in professional rugby. Read More Munster caution has paid off with Edogbo now ready to roll“I knew an opportunity would come for me in professional rugby. Because I met so many good people across it and so many people that were willing to help me,” Cahir explained. “I would have looked towards the lads and thought I can definitely do this, but would I have thought that opportunity would come in Leinster? In fact, despite only originally being due to stay at Leinster until February, Cahir revealed he will now be on board for the rest of the 2025/26 season.

Jeffrey Epstein organised for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to have dinner with a 26-year-old Russian woman in London in 2010, according to newly-released emails. Among the released emails are messages that suggest Andrew invited Epstein to have dinner with him at Buckingham Palace in 2010. As per our phone conversation Prince Andrew will be in the states November 29th - December 5th. We will get a print of the Kings Speech from Harvey Weinstein and have you host a very private, small, no press screening for Prince Andrew. Tell Prince Andrew the film and Colin Firth who portrays his grandfather is going to win the Oscar.

Kate Hudson cut an elegant figure as she attended a screening of Song Sung Blue at the at Charlotte Street Hotel in London on Friday. The actress, 46, who has been nominated for a BAFTA Award for her role in the film, donned a grey plaid blazer and matching trousers. The Almost Famous star also sported a light blue shirt and added height to her frame with a pair of black heels. Letting her blonde locks fall loose down her shoulders, Kate completed her look with a simple gold necklace. In Song Sung Blue, Kate stars opposite Hugh Jackman, as real life married couple Mike and Claire Sardina, who started a Neil Diamond cover band in 1990s Milwaukee.

South Korean singer Mo Su-jin has died at the age of 27 with her family declining to reveal her cause of death. The funeral was held privately with only family, relatives and close friends in attendance.’Mo Su-jin joined Acoustic Collabo in 2020, forming one half of the popular acoustic duo. The group became embroiled in a legal dispute with their former management in 2022 before eventually signing with Panic Button. Fans also took to social media to pay their respects, with one person writing: 'Thank you, Sujin, for singing!! Wheesung, whose real name was Choi Whee-sung, debuted in 2002 and rose to prominence as a leading ballad singer.

Bob Ferguson now backing a Washington state tax on millionaires, the simultaneously timely and timeless issue of millionaire migration — i.e., millionaires migrating out of higher tax states — has bubbled to the surface in recent policy and public discourse in Washington state. To the extent that folks on both sides of the aisle care what the best science has to say, here’s an important way to think about this issue:First, millionaire migration isn’t really a thing. Second, the focus on millionaire migration misses a larger and much more important point. As such, millionaire migration reflects the lack of political willingness to adopt and coordinate progressive tax structures within and across states. Naturally, progressive tax structures raise subsequent questions about the appropriate level of taxation for millionaires.

Man City goalkeeper Ortega agrees to join ForestStefan Ortega has agreed to join Nottingham Forest from Manchester City on an initial six-month contract. Bobb claims Fulham move an 'easy decision'Fulham have completed the £27million signing of attacking midfielder Oscar Bobb from Manchester City. Oscar Bobb has insisted moving from Manchester City to Fulham was an 'easy decision'Toffees interested in Chelsea wingerEverton are among the clubs showing interest in Chelsea winger Tyrique George. Millwall close on loan deal for Brighton wingerBrighton winger Tommy Watson is in talks to join promotion-chasing Millwall on loan. Watford have signed left-back Stephen Mfuni from Manchester City on loan.

High cholesterolHigh levels of ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol puts you at a 30 per cent increased dementia risk. MIXED DEMENTIA: At least one in ten people with dementia have more than one type: most commonly, Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. AdvertisementThese repeated interruptions can also trigger stress responses in the body, leading to increased blood pressure, another dementia risk. This may lead to brain tissue damage and is linked with the build-up of amyloid proteins – that both raise dementia risk. BLOOD PRESSURE: NHS advises monitoring every five years, especially if over 40.

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‘I had to defuse a very febrile situation,’ says Ben, who looks like he can take care of himself. ‘What I really think is that we were great mates when we got together.’His wife stays well clear of showbusiness. ‘Annie has been brilliant at allowing me the space to go off and do the job I do,’ Ben says. ‘That’s really lovely of you to say, but it’s not my experience.’His most famous fan is Mary Taylor, a character on Coronation Street who’s obsessed with him. What I’m doing is about emulating that.’So that’s why he keeps pushing himself with events like the World’s Toughest Mudder.

A biopsy revealed that Ms Farrington had follicular lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system. Follicular lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells called ​lymphocytes. A biopsy revealed that Ms Farrington had follicular lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system'When I first found out, it felt surreal more than anything. Ms Farrington started a 'brutal' treatment plan, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. This is to help manage her symptoms as follicular lymphoma is not currently curable.