A leading UK travel company that sold holiday packages to Europe and Southeast Asia has gone bust - with all trips cancelled and passengers not being offered refunds. Regen Central LTD went into liquidation after it lost its Air Travel Organisers' Licensing (ATOL) on January 13. But some flight packages are not covered by ATOL, including accommodation-only and non-flight packages, meaning passengers do not get the same refund protection. Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Getty Images/iStockphoto)The CAA said: "We understand the company had no outstanding ATOL-protected bookings. As there are no outstanding ATOL-protected bookings, no refunds will be issued.

March 26, 2026 11:42 UTC

Irish-headquartered packaging giant Smurfit Westrock has signed an agreement to become a sponsorship partner with the Ryder Cup, which takes place in Adare Manor next year. Smurfit Westrock will be a worldwide partner and packaging innovation partner for the next three editions of the showpiece event, including the centenary event in the Mid West in September 2027, as well as further tournaments in Hazeltine in Minnesota in 2029 and Camiral on Spain's Costa Brava in 2031.

March 26, 2026 11:38 UTC

World Cup play-offs: Lewandowski's last chance, a return to the big stage for Italy? Having previously given heartbreak to Ireland in the play-offs for the 2018 World Cup, Ireland fans will be all too familiar with Denmark following the 5-1 defeat in 2017. Italy return to the big stageSince winning the World Cup in 2006, Italy's record at the World Cup has been very disappointing. Following group stage exits in 2010 and 2014, Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup in 2018 and 2022, losing in the play-offs. Four-time winners of the World Cup, it is incredible to think they have not won a knockout game in the World Cup since they won it 20 years ago.

March 26, 2026 11:23 UTC

Casemiro 'contacted about rule breaching transfer' after Man Utd agreementCasemiro is due to leave Manchester United this summer, and Major League Soccer clubs LA Galaxy and Inter Miami have reportedly contacted the Brazil internationalView 2 Images Casemiro is months away from leaving Manchester United (Image: Lee Parker - CameraSport, CameraSport via Getty Images)LA Galaxy and Inter Miami have reportedly approached Manchester United midfielder Casemiro about joining Major League Soccer. ‌The 34-year-old is due to depart United this summer after the club chose not to renew his contract earlier this season. However, if he started 35 of their Premier League matches, his contract would automatically be extended by another year. Plans are already underway to sign a replacement, and Casemiro is reportedly close to finalising terms for a summer move. ‌Casemiro could replace his fellow Brazilian, Fabinho, in Jeddah, as he is also out of contract this summer.

March 26, 2026 11:12 UTC

Anderson, IN (46016)TodayHeavy thunderstorms this evening will give way to steady rain overnight. Potential for severe thunderstorms. Winds NNE at 10 to 20 mph. 3 to 5 inches of rain expected..TonightHeavy thunderstorms this evening will give way to steady rain overnight. Potential for severe thunderstorms.

March 26, 2026 11:01 UTC





A big guy who can hold play up, Schick is more than just a target man. Troy Parrott v Ladislav KrejciIt falls to the Wolves centre-back and Czechia’s new captain to keep tabs on one of Europe’s hottest strikers. He’s also more or less the only Irish name anyone of a Czech persuasion is mentioning here this week. Parrott’s form in the Netherlands is superb with 14 goals and four assists in his 23 appearances so far. And that’s not to mention his contributions for his country in that epic week last November.

March 26, 2026 11:00 UTC

The UK Paid Media Awards, run by Don’t Panic Events and accredited ‘Outstanding’ by the Independent Awards Standards Council – Awards Trust Mark, recognise campaigns across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland that deliver clear commercial results from paid media investment. Founded in York in 2018, The Cut & Craft has grown into a three-site independent steak restaurant group, known for pairing premium steakhouse dining with a modern, design-led environment. LOCALiQ was briefed to support both day-to-day trading and expansion into new locations, including the brand’s 2025 opening in Manchester. LOCALiQ UK Managing Director Nick Ashwood said: “We’re incredibly proud to have our work with The Cut & Craft recognised with the Hospitality Campaign of the Year award. "This win shows what’s possible when a great hospitality brand is supported by a data-led, integrated approach across search and paid media."

March 26, 2026 10:56 UTC

Niall Horan says installing a pub into his lavish £10million London home was the 'worst idea I have ever had'. But opening up about the renovations Niall said he wishes he hadn't 'built a pub in the basement'. I mean a pub not a bar, and it has to be the worse idea I have ever had. Elsewhere Niall recently revealed his girlfriend Amelia 'did a lot of crying' after hearing the album. It comes after Niall revealed he is fearful he will need a hip replacement as he continues to battle debilitating health issues.

March 26, 2026 10:50 UTC

Video: Aboriginal leader calls for Indigenous control and governance of Australia as he slams colonial 'incompetency' over fuel crisisAboriginal leader calls for First Nations people to takeover leadership of Australia amid fuel crisis - as he slams government's response.

March 26, 2026 10:44 UTC

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo at the final whistle after the Premier League match at the Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth. Manchester United will gear up for the Premier League run-in with an Irish training camp next month. United instead plan to travel to Ireland after the international break for an intense four-day training period from April 6-9. Meanwhile, United defender Harry Maguire said former manager Ruben Amorim had strong ideas, but they ultimately "didn't work" at Old Trafford, further praising interim manager Michael Carrick for overseeing a smooth transition. The ideas just didn't work at Manchester United," Maguire said of Amorim.

March 26, 2026 10:43 UTC

A man has died after being assaulted in Limerick City on St Patrick's Day. The man, aged in his 50s, was assaulted on Athlunkard Street on Tuesday, March 17 at approximately 9.40pm. He suffered serious injuries, and died last night in University Hospital Limerick. A Garda spokesperson said: "The office of the Coroner, and the State Pathologist have been notified." Three men, aged in their 20s, have been charged in relation to this investigation and have previously appeared before the courts.

March 26, 2026 10:27 UTC

Plymouth's 'busiest' councillors - top 10 with the most caseworkLabour average at 105 cases a year each while Conservatives have 38View 2 Images Cllr Tom Briars-Delve with new food waste vehicles (Image: Plymouth City Council)Nearly 5,000 local issues were reported by Plymouth councillors during 2025 with nine Labour councillors and one Independent in the top ten for level of casework activity. ‌Cllr Tom Briars-Delve (Lab, Stoke ), cabinet member for the environment and climate change, topped the chart “by quite some way”with 514 reported cases and Cllr Ray Morton (Lab, Honicknowle) was in second place with 267 cases. View 2 Images Average number of cases reported per councillor by political group. “No matter how busy we are with citywide policy, I try to make time for getting the basics right locally. The figures show that the 39 Labour councillors averaged at 105 cases each year, the eight Independents (before the recent defection to Reform of Drake councillor Steve Ricketts) 61 cases, the seven Conservatives averaged at 38 cases each, two Green councillors at 37 cases each and the one Liberal Democrat councillor 14 cases.

March 26, 2026 10:19 UTC

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March 26, 2026 10:15 UTC

Four decades have passed since Northern Ireland appeared at a World Cup, which was their second tournament in succession. One of Italy and Northern Ireland will retain the aspiration of 2026 participation when the full-time whistle shrieks in Bergamo on Thursday night. Italy would surely have tried to rattle Northern Ireland with the atmosphere in Milan, Naples or Rome if they sensed they could. This is crucial for us.”Gattuso turned heads among visiting journalists by pointing towards the likely approach of Northern Ireland. “Italy play a lot of long diagonal passes as well,” the Northern Ireland manager, Michael O’Neill, says with a smile.

March 26, 2026 10:04 UTC

There’s few greater joys in adult working life than payday. The feeling of being rich, even just for a short moment. Of course with payday comes responsibilities. The mortgage, the electricity bill, the dance class bill that was put off last month.

March 26, 2026 10:02 UTC