‘It’s a fitting tribute’ – how Ashling Murphy’s legacy is creating a brighter future for young people across IrelandMemorial fund honours memory of teacher who was murdered this day four years agoTributes to Ashling Murphy along the canal where she was killedDeirdre Barry Today at 06:30Ashling Murphy’s murder sent shockwaves across the country. She was a gifted teacher, a maestro musician, a skilled sportswoman, a loving sister, a daughter that brought immense pride to her parents, a devoted partner.

Mezzo soprano Sharon CartySharon Carty is a former teacher turned mezzo soprano. Carty, who lives in Celbridge, is a graduate of the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM), University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, and the Oper Frankfurt Young Artists programme, and is an artistic partner to the Irish National Opera.

The private club set on changing solo travel – ‘for the sort of woman who orders from the middle of the wine list’‘Women are so much more confident… and they now have a lot more economic clout,’ says club founderSolo travel is a rising trend. Photo: GettyJessica Burrell ©Evening Standard Today at 06:30Solo travel — especially female solo travel — is on the rise. Women now account for the majority of solo bookings worldwide, and nearly 40pc said they planned a solo trip last year, according to the BBC.

A Scottish distillery has announced controversial plans to store its whisky in aluminium bottles. Stirling Distillery, one of the country's smallest whisky makers, says that the metal bottles are better for the environment than traditional glass. However, it could still be a while before you see metal whisky bottles on the shelves. British gin-makers Penrhos found that, by switching to aluminium bottles, the company could ship more than twice as many bottles in the same volume. But neither the researchers nor Stirling Distillery believe that this is the end of the road for aluminium whisky bottles.

The Data Protection Commission hit companies with more than €530 million in fines last year. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill/The Irish TimesThe Data Protection Commission (DPC) is owed more than €4 billion in fines that have not been collected or are subject to legal challenge. Over the past six years, the commission has levied an incredible €4.04 billion in fines, mostly on multinational technology companies. Five years ago in 2021, companies were ordered to pay €225 million over data protection issues – €800,000 has been collected. [ Data Protection Commission sought €10m budget increase to beef up staff numbersOpens in new window ]The Data Protection Commission said the majority of these cases were currently the subject of appeals in the Irish courts.

Marcus Rashford completes first Barcelona mission after making Man Utd transfer stance clearMarcus Rashford helped Barcelona beat Real Madrid in a five-goal thriller to win back-to-back Spanish Super Cup finals in Jeddah on Sunday nightView 2 Images Marcus Rashford in action for Barcelona (Image: )Marcus Rashford lifted his first trophy with Barcelona just hours after Manchester United were dumped out of the FA Cup by Brighton & Hove Albion. ‌Robert Lewandowski was also on target, with Rashford coming off the bench for the final eight minutes of normal time. ‌View 2 Images Marcus Rashford in action for Barcelona against Real Madrid (Image: Getty)"I just believe that things happen when they're supposed to happen. ‌"I think maybe this is the case with me and yeah, I'm enjoying everything. Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football .

Jessie Buckley celebrated her huge Golden Globes success with her husband Freddie Sorensen before rejoicing in Hamnet's win with her co-star Paul Mescal. The actress, 36, who was the toast of Hollywood on Sunday evening, was awarded the Best Actress gong for Hamnet, which also picked up Best Film. As she thanked the cast and crew of Hamnet, Jessie humorously paid particular tribute to a grip, who had happily made soup for everyone on set. Alongside his TV career, Freddie ran London party nights with childhood friend James Gordon under the name Red Class – a nod to the classroom they once shared. This week, Jessie also reflected on her early brush with fame on I'd Do Anything, presented by Graham Norton, where she finished runner-up after auditioning for the role of Nancy in Oliver!

Moves to return minor level to U18 have been criticised as shortsighted by Connacht GAA chief executive John Prenty. Munster GAA propose minor return to U18 at inter-county level but insist decoupling would remain for the course of the All-Ireland competitions. Players would not be eligible to line out for their club at adult level for the duration their county remains in the minor championship. Prenty is fearful that pushing the minor grade to U18 across the board will lead to more fixture clashes and overburden young footballers and hurlers. The first round of the football academy games are scheduled for Saturday, April 21.

Shannon Airport welcomed 2.3m passengers through its gates in 2025 - its highest numbers in 16 years. “2025 was a really positive year for The Shannon Airport Group. This brought our overall investment in the Group to almost €200m in just over a decade," said Shannon Airport Group interim CEO Ray O'Driscoll. This year will also see the construction of two industrial units, Blocks Y and Z, at the Shannon Airport Business Park, adding a combined 100,000 sq. “We are far more than just an airport, and we are proud of the role the Shannon Airport Group plays in driving tourism, trade and economic growth," said Mr O'Driscoll.

The 26-year-old Germany international was restricted to just 12 competitive outings in 2025, having also missed three months of last season following hamstring surgery. Kai on making his return for The Arsenal 🤩 — Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 11, 2026“To come back after a big, big injury, to have him around is so good for everyone, for the atmosphere in the training ground,” Merino said of Havertz. “The support he gives us in the training ground, having him around every training session, and now having him on the pitch is one more asset, one more tool for the coach. Spain international Merino insists there is a burning desire among the squad to end the club’s six-year wait for silverware. “You saw a team full of quality, a team full of attitude and hard work, and that’s the good thing.

Trump in bitter 9-word attack on NATO and ramps up Greenland invasion threatDonald Trump appeared unaware Denmark had previously come to the aid of the US following the September 11 terrorist attacks and lost 43 soldiers fighting alongside American troops in AfghanistanView 3 Images Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to annex Greenland (Image: AFP via Getty Images)Donald Trump launched a scathing five-word attack on NATO allies as he continues to ramp up threats of invading Greenland. ‌The firebrand US President once again threatened to annex the Danish territory, adding he did not care if it would bring an end to the defensive alliance. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump answered questions about how invading Greenland could damage relations between the US and its NATO allies. ‌"If it affects NATO, then it affects NATO," Then Trump continued with a nine-word attack on the organisation. ‌The Trump administration has vowed to annex Greenland via purchase or invasion, despite the overwhelming majority of Greenlanders being against joining the US.

Correspondence between Mayor John Moran and the Limerick council’s director general Pat Daly, released under the Freedom of Information Act, shows disagreement between the pair and “serious concerns” expressed by a trade union. However, Limerick council’s website lists “human resources (HR) and local authority staffing matters” in an overview of the director general’s functions. A council statement last week said it “has long had a strong, strategic approach to HR and organisational development”. Mayor of Limerick John Moran and director general of Limerick City and County Council Dr Pat Daly at a local authority meeting. It also said: “Change can indeed be challenging, but [the council’s] staff have a proven history of adapting, innovating, and raising standards”.

'The problem isn't cereal itself but which type of cereal with how much sugar it contains and what your pair it with. 'Some of these can still be relatively low in fibre and high in added sugar, which may not provide the sustained fullness many people expect,' she says. Calories: 161kcalSugar: 0.3gFibre: 6.3gProtein: 5.5gWeetabix: OriginalWeetabix is another good nutrient-dense option when it comes to breakfast - provided you pick the right type, nutritionists say. Calories: 146KcalSugar: 5gFibre: 4.8gProtein: 4.3gSpecial KThe relatively high sugar content of Kellogg's Special K original breakfast cereal may take some customers by surprise given its healthier marketing slant. 'Some individuals might find the cereal quite quite filling, though introducing higher-bran cereals gradually can be helpful for digestive comfort.'

Britain is prepared to ban the social media platform X in a deepening row over the platform being used to create child sexual abuse and misogynistic deepfakes, a top minister said today. Peter Kyle said that blocking access to the social media platform was among the options it was looking at, as a row with owner Elon Musk over the Grok AI deepened. The business secretary said he expected the production of 'nudifying images' to be 'dealt with', saying they were 'disgusting and clearly unlawful'. It came as regulator Ofcom today said it was carrying out an official investigation into X under the Online safety Act. Peter Kyle said that blocking access to the social media platform was among the options it was looking at, as a row with owner Elok Musk over the Grok AI deepened.

In-from-the-start Cathal Ó Beaglaoich fetched a Gaeltacht restart in the second minute, fed Ruaidhrí Ó Beaglaoich, and the West Kerry men were on their way. His half-back colleagues, Pádraig Óg Ó Sé and Aodhna Ó Beaglaoich, had their moments of effectiveness too. Scorers for An Ghaeltacht: R Ó Beaglaoich (0-6, tp free, 0-2 free); C Ó Beaglaoich (0-2, tp); S Ó Cuinn, É Ó Conchúir, S Ó Gairbhí, C Ó Corrduibh (0-1 each). AN GHAELTACHT: S Ó Lúing; C Ó Murchú, A Mac Amhlaoibh, JJ Mac Liam; P Óg Ó Sé, B Ó Beaglaoich, A Ó Beaglaoich; A Breathnach, C Ó Beaglaoich; S Ó Cuinn, R Ó Beaglaoich, PJ Mac Láimh; C Ó Corrduibh, É Ó Conchúir, S Ó Gairbhí. SUBS: Tomás Ó Sé (DC) for Ó Gairbhí (54); G Ó Cinnéide for Ó Cuinn (55); C Ó Riagáin for Ó Corrduibh (62).