Westmeath householders urged to recycle waste batteriesWestmeath householders are being encouraged to recycle their waste batteries in a new year clear-out. People from the county recycled the equivalent of 24 batteries per household last year. While this figure is above the national average of 16, data has revealed that only half of household batteries sold are making their way back for recycling each year. To support a nationwide New Year clear-out, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Ireland plans to deliver 1 million blue battery recycling boxes to homes nationwide during January in a bid to capture a valuable hoard of waste batteries. Returning for recycling ensures the safe recovery and reuse of the materials they contain," said Leo Donovan, CEO of WEEE Ireland.

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If you’ve ever screamed alone in your car, this episode will feel aggressively personal. It’s a lot — but it’s exactly what you expect from a daily comedy podcast that thrives on chaos, sarcasm, and zero chill. If you’re looking for a comedy podcast that feels like hanging out with friends who know too much, complain professionally, and still somehow make you laugh before 9am — welcome home, WEIRDO. Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshowConnect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO. Daily Show Notes:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minister of State Niamh Smyth is to meet X officials over concerns relating to X and its Grok app. Graphic: Paul ScottThe Minister in charge of artificial intelligence (AI) is to seek guidance from the Attorney General before meeting executives at X on Friday. Niamh Smyth welcomed moves by the social media platform to further restrict the controversial Grok app, but said she wanted “absolute confidence” on legal issues before engaging with the company. On Thursday, X said the Grok AI function would no longer allow users to manipulate photos of people, so they would appear in revealing clothing, in places where this was illegal. Ms Smyth said she would encourage the chair of the Oireachtas Media Committee, Alan Kelly, to ensure X officials appeared before it alongside other social media platforms next month.

Skins star Kaya Scodelario poses in a black bikini as she soaked up the sun at an £800-a-night hotel in Dubai. The actress, 33, shot to fame as Effy Stonem in the series, which aired on the box from 2007 to 2013. The star was all smiles as she soaked up the sun on a large padded sun lounger in the bikini. In another snap, Kaya slipped into a white maxi dress and sunglasses as she posed in front of the lavish hotel. Last year, Kaya was busy filming the second series of Netflix's The Gentleman starring Theo James and Vinny Jones.

‌The Seagulls have continued to insist publicly that Baleba is not for sale, but United are still monitoring the 22-year-old midfielder. ‌The Sun reports that United are ‘increasingly confident’ of getting their man this summer, with an overhaul of midfield in the works. Which midfielder should Manchester United sign in the summer? “[We’ve had] no call from Old Trafford, no call from anyone connected to Manchester United,” he said this month. There was interest from Manchester United, and we said that he wasn’t available this summer and they went away.”Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

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Devaney’s comment was striking because he was explicitly acknowledging that concentrated wealth and corporate power are disconnecting us from what matters most by encouraging silent complicity. In Ireland, the influence of corporate power is particularly acute because a handful of large US-based multinational corporations are often considered essential to economic prosperity. Despite the growing risks of corporate power, analysis of the influence and adverse impacts of corporations on political-economic decision-making in Ireland is minimal. Entitled Corporate Power in Ireland: A Review, this analysis summarises investigations of corporate power sector-by-sector, synthesising publicly available advocacy reports, investigative journalism articles, think tank documents and public reports across key areas of Irish society. Jennie C Stephens is Professor of Climate Justice at Maynooth University and author of Climate Justice and the University: Shaping a Hopeful Future for All (Hopkins University Press, 2024)

Final round of pool fixtures in both the Champions and Challenge Cups. Champions CupBayonne v Leinster, Stade Jean Dauger, Bayonne – 3.15pmMunster v Castres, Thomond Park – 5.30pmChallenge CupUlster v Stade Français, Affidea Stadium – 1pmConnacht v Montauban, Dexcom Stadium – 8pmWhere can I watch the games? Premier Sports will televise all four games on Saturday, starting with Ulster v Stade Français on Premier Sports 2, where coverage starts at 12.45pm, followed by Bayonne v Leinster from 3pm. Premier Sports 1 will show Munster v Castres from 5.15pm, before Connacht v Montauban from 7.45pm. [ Champions Cup pool permutations: Format may be flawed but stakes are high this weekendOpens in new window ]Are tickets still available?

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry played together in the first round the Dubai Invitational and both had satisfying days. His 66 earned him the first-round lead in Dubai, a shot clear of Connor Syme and David Puig. And it’s, I guess, who you identify as,” he explained to Tim Barter on Sky Sports. [It’s my] first round of the year, you’re kind of not really sure what to expect. You start missing fairways, it’s tricky and the ball gets away from you.”Pádraig Harrington, playing on a sponsor’s invitation, opened with a 72 while Tom McKibbin struggled to a 74.

Munster's Andrew Conway celebrates scoring a try in the 2017/18 Champions Cup quarter-final at Thomond Park against Toulon. Beirne didn’t need to do the permutations, a bonus-point win in Thomond Park is Munster’s challenge if they want to be certain of advancing to the knockout phases. Munster’s Anthony Foley dives for the line during a 2003 Heineken Cup game against Gloucester at Thomond Park. Munster started the day with adrenaline pumping at Thomond Park, needing a bonus-point win to have any chance of qualifying for the quarter-final. Simon Zebo celebrates scoring Munster's fourth try against Racing in the 2013 Heineken Cup game at Thomond Park.

Elliott sent future Cheltenham Gold Cup runner-up Gerri Colombe to the Esher track in 2023 to become just the second horse trained in Ireland to win the Grade One, after Willie Mullins’ Gitane Du Berlais in 2015. Kala Conti holds an entry in the Grade Two Carey Glass Irish EBF Mares Novice Chase at Thurles on Sunday – but Elliott fears the ground may just be on the quick side for her. As a result, Sandown racegoers on January 31 could be set to benefit from the presence of a mare who beat County Hurdle winner Kargese by 16 lengths on her second start over fences last month. When asked about Thurles, Elliott said: “I’m told the ground is going to be good enough down there, so honestly I’d say no. “If she went there and ran well you’d have to think about Cheltenham.”

Johnny Heitinga has joined Thomas Frank's backroom team at Tottenham to become the club's first team assistant coach. Heitinga, who played for Everton for five years in a stellar playing career, was seen as a key cog in Arne Slot's Premier League winning machine at Liverpool and was well-liked by many of the Reds squad before departing Anfield last summer. 'He had an impressive playing career across Europe – including five years in the Premier League – and with the Dutch national team. Heitinga began coaching as soon as he hung up his boots in 2016 and landed the manager's job at Jong Ajax - the club's reserve team - in 2021. 'I personally think it's a shame that he's going to Ajax, but I think they have a good coach in him.'

It is hoped that the route to Dublin, known for its cultural landmarks and vibrant hospitality scene, will strengthen links between the Highlands and Ireland’s capital. Flights during the busy summer season have been timed to offer connectivity via Dublin to New York (JFK) and Boston. In a statement, Inverness Airport manager Dan Mason said: “It is exciting to see the return of direct flights between Inverness and Dublin, restoring a route that has been missed by passengers across the Highlands and Islands. "This service not only reconnects the region with Ireland’s capital but it also provides onward access to North America via Aer Lingus transatlantic flights, including New York and Boston, with convenient connection times through Dublin. "We look forward to working with our partners at Inverness Airport to ensure the success of this route.”