The good news is that there are still plenty of alternatives to an SUV which provide space and comfort. BMW 2 Series Active TourerBMW 2 Series Active Tourer. BMW shook things up when it returned to the MPV market with its 2 Series Active Tourer. With its boxy dimensions and practicality-forward design, the 2 Series Active Tourer typifies the MPV segment, but this makes it a great choice for space-conscious buyers. BYD has quickly risen to become one of the most recognised electric car manufacturers around today, but it also dabbles in hybrids.

County Roscommon boxer and world champion, Aoife O’Rourke, was honoured recently at The Irish Times Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Year awards after the boxer enjoyed unprecedented success during 2025. O’Rourke received the Sportswoman of the Month award for September after she won a historic gold medal at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool. Before that she had secured victories over Czech Republic’s Monika Langerova, fellow Olympian, Norway’s Sunniva Hofstad and 2023 world champion, China’s Chengyu Wang. It was O’Rourke’s second World medal in 2025 – the 28-year-old claimed silver at the rival IBA Women’s World Championships in Serbia in March. Aoife and her sister, Lisa, a world champion in 2022 in the 70kg division, are now among a select group of sibling world champions.

Women's Aid said that although social media offers many benefits, it can 'no longer tolerate' using X. Photograph: Vincent Feuray/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty ImagesMinister of State for Artificial Intelligence Niamh Smyth has criticised X over Grok AI turning photos of women and minors into sexually suggestive deepfake images. She said she would tell the social media company that “this is not legal, it is not acceptable, it is apparent, and it should be stopped”. “The Irish Government and the previous government as well did a huge amount of work to ensure the laws were in place. Meanwhile, Women’s Aid has said it is ending its use of the social media platform X.

‌However, rumours continue to swirl about who the new boss will be, whether that is in the short or long term. First up is Brighton in the FA Cup, who held Man City to a 1-1 draw on Monday. Terms agreed for wingerSam Mather is set to become the first player to leave United this January. Now, reports have surfaced that Mather was spotted at the Turkish club's training facilities, suggesting that a transfer announcement is imminent. 'Face-to-face talks held'New reports have suggested that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is open to returning to United on a temporary basis after engaging in talks this week.

‌But whoever is in charge, Sesko is backing United to recover sooner rather than later due to the spirit in the changing room. "We just have to keep going, keep pushing, because I think we're great and, yeah, I believe that great things are coming." Like United, Sesko has had his issues this season following a £74m switch from RB Leipzig. ‌Speaking about his brace, Sesko added: "It feels great because we created great chances, especially with those two goals. View 2 Images Sesko netted twice in Man United's draw with Burnley (Image: Getty Images)‌Who should be Man United's next manager?

A shudder went through Ireland’s ranks of mortgage holders on Tuesday as ICS Mortgages announced a surprise increase in its fixed rate offers for new borrowers. On balance, investors expect no change in ECB rates this year. For now, however, ECB rates are around a so-called neutral level – one that neither adds to or subtracts from economic growth. But if inflation stays on target and EU growth ticks over, then ECB rates will stay where they are. For those on fixed rate loans, costs will of course remain the same until their fixed period runs out.

United are looking for a new boss in the wake of Ruben Amorim's sacking at the start of this week. United are expected to appoint Ole Gunnar Solskjaer or Michael Carrick - or both - as caretaker managers next week for the remainder of the season. ‌And former England and Newcastle manager Sam Allardyce believes that man should be Italian legend Ancelotti. ‌"He can spread magic on Manchester United because of his man-management skills, not his coaching. He knows the ins and outs, he’s been there a long time, he’s Manchester United through and through, British, and we’ve seen the trend.

The current England has also already been named by club legend Paul Scholes as his first choice for the role. Maybe Tuchel walks away from a World Cup win with England in the summer, and then they'll look like they're very smart. This is what has prompted United legend Scholes to name Tuchel as his ideal candidate for the Old Trafford job this week. On The Good, The Bad And The Football podcast, the former midfielder stated: "Number one for me, which I’d do in the summer, is Thomas Tuchel all day long. Article continues belowView 3 Images Manchester United legend Paul Scholes made his stance clear (Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)"I think Tuchel is one of the very best out there.

Antalya, Turkey, where the Cop31 climate summit will take place in November, 2026. Photograph: Maria Korneeva/Getty ImagesIt’s a new year but the challenges around climate change remain the same. The date is more symbolic than practical as Trump has already taken a wrecking ball to his country’s climate laws and commitments. But the last time he pulled the US out, climate campaigners began counting down the clock to his successor’s return to the agreement. [ Moral duty ‘to act now’ on climate change for future generations, says Catherine ConnollyOpens in new window ]Security or defence?

And while the Egg Protein Pot was the favourite snack choice across most UK regions, both the East of England and the South West favoured Hula Hoops BBQ Beef Big Hoops. A McCoy’s Salt & Vinegar Grab Bag was the top choice in Scotland and the McCoy’s Grilled Steak Grab Bag was the favourite snack in Wales. And while Red Bull was the most popular meal deal drink in most regions, Coca-Cola held on to the top spot in Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man, with Pepsi Max the first choice in Northern Ireland. Meanwhile, London is the only place in the UK where the banana is the most popular product bought by Clubcard members. In every other region in the UK, milk was the most commonly bought item.

Here, Mirror Football brings you two of the latest transfer developments involving the north London club. There is a sense that a temporary move would benefit Nwaneri given his lack of playing time this season. The full-back has impressed for the Magpies in recent seasons, leading him to be linked with the likes of Manchester City and Manchester United. Football Transfers now claim Arsenal have joined rivals City in the race for the former Chelsea academy star. The report states Arsenal are monitoring the England international’s situation closely and consider him a primary transfer target.

A major garda investigation is underway after the bodies of a father and his 12-year-old son were discovered in a suspected murder-suicide. Emergency services were first called to a house in Cherry Orchard in Ballyfermot, at 8.30am, where they found the body of Mr O’Reilly. Mr O’Reilly was not living in that house but knew someone that was. Gardaí were concerned as to the safety of Mr O'Reilly's son, given previous worrying behaviour by Mr O’Reilly, who also had addiction and mental health issues. Part of the garda investigation, as normal, would be to establish that no one else had any involvement in the boy’s death.

Mr Sharma pleaded guilty to disposing of waste in a manner likely to cause environmental pollution. Solicitor for the couple, Joe Maguire, told the court that he expected it to adopt a particular attitude in light of his client’s cooperation. A representative for Wicklow County Council (WCC) said that on January 21, 2025, Mr Sharma left a skip bag full of waste outside Bray Recycling Centre on the Boghall Road. It was noted that most of the debris in the bag was recyclable and that Mr Sharma had been “extremely cooperative”. It was clarified that this was not a case of fly-tipping and that Mr Sharma had taken responsibility for the matter and gave a statement to gardaí.

Warning - this article contains major spoilers for His & HersAdvertisementHis and Hers, the latest gripping thriller from Netflix, is available from today (Thursday, 8th January). As the six-part series is set to be one of the streaming giant's first major hits of 2026, a multitude of fans will be tuning in to experience a murder mystery filled with twists and turns, led by Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal. The plot revolves around the chilling murder of a young woman named Rachel (portrayed by Jamie Tisdale) in the rural Georgian town of Dahlonega, with several suspects unveiled as the series progresses. But how does the series conclude and who is accountable for Rachel's death, as well as the other murders revealed over the six episodes? Let's delve into it.

Nigel Farage, a member of British parliament, testifies during a House Judiciary Committee hearing to examine European threats to American free speech and innovation, on Capitol Hill Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025. via Associated PressNigel Farage has been accused of wanting to bring Donald Trump’s “death squads” to the UK amid Reform’s plans to crack down on immigration. The US president is facing heightened backlash right now after an agent representing America’s ICE – Immigration and Customs Enforcement – fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis. As Green Party leader Zack Polanski pointed out, Farage has long suggested he would like to reduce immigration in the UK. He said: “Farage wants to bring Trump’s death squads to the streets of Britain. All cruel, potentially deadly and does nothing to fix the cost of living crisis.”Farage wants to bring Trump’s death squads to the streets of Britain.