Burke to ring opening bell at New York Stock ExchangePrevious Next Image 1 of 4 Minister Burke speaking at The Ireland Funds 48th New York Gala. Image 2 of 4 Minister Burke with New York State Governor Kathy Hochul and Consul General Gerard Angley. Image 4 of 4 Minister Burke at the ‘greening’ of the Empire State Building initiative, where iconic landmarks turn green in honour of St Patrick’s Day. Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke, TD, has been spreading Ireland’s message in New York over the last week as part of this year’s St Patrick’s Day delegation. Minister Burke will ring the bell to open the New York Stock Exchange on St Patrick’s Day, meet Mayor of New York Zohran Mamdani in the morning, and march in the parade, which around two million people are expected to attend.

And the Norwegian boss has broken his silence on why he didn't return to management after he was axed by the French second-tier club in January. Horneland said: "I wanted a little break from coaching. I did think about diving right back into management again, but I decided to take some time off for myself. It was an exciting project and the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to do it. It will be exciting to work with a professional organisation, and I hope that I will be able to communicate in a good way and perhaps provide some insight."

If Ireland’s men’s football team make it to the Fifa World Cup, a Government decision will be taken “at the time” on amending licensing laws to allow pubs open for the early morning matches, the foreign affairs minister has said. “I leave that to the minister for justice, who has responsibility for licensing,” she said. “We’ve had this problem before, and we’ve had issues like this emerge before, and we’ve always found ways around it at the same time. If Ireland overcome the Czechs, a winner-takes-all game will follow against either Denmark or North Macedonia the following Tuesday to make it to North America. “We all need to pull together and make sure that if people are coming over for the matches, that it’s an enjoyable time.”

Chelsea avoid points deduction after self-reporting historic financial breachesBy Jamie Gardner, Press Association Chief Sports ReporterChelsea have avoided a points deduction after admitting to breaching Premier League rules in relation to more than £47million of undisclosed payments made under the ownership of Roman Abramovich. Five of the seven were named in the sanction agreement as Hazard, Ramires, David Luiz, Andre Schurrle and Nemanja Matic. Chelsea were also given an immediate nine-month academy transfer ban as part of the sanction agreement. Photo by Jed LeicesterA club statement added: “During an extensive Premier League investigation, the club proactively disclosed many thousands of documents. This information was immediately and proactively self-reported to the Premier League.

US president Donald Trump’s demands for a coalition to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz appeared to fall on deaf ears ‌on Monday as allies Japan and Australia said they were not planning to send navy vessels to the Middle East to escort ships through the vital waterway. Markets in Asia reacted cautiously, with Brent crude rising more than 1 per cent above $104.50 and regional share markets mostly weaker amid concerns about the risk to Middle East oil facilities and after Trump’s request for allies to get more involved. In ​a weekend social media post he hoped China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others would participate. “I think China should help too because China gets 90 per cent of its oil from the Straits,” Trump said. Trump also ratcheted up pressure on European allies to help protect the strait, warning ​that Nato faces a “very bad” future if its members fail to come to Washington’s aid.

NCP in administration as 340 UK car parks remain openAlmost 700 jobs are at riskView Image This NCP Hanley car park opened in 2023 (stock image) (Image: StokeOnTrentLive)Car park operator NCP has fallen into administration - putting 682 jobs at risk. The company is one of the UK’s biggest operators with around 340 car parks nationwide. All sites will remain open as usual and staff will stay in their jobs while administrators consider the options for the business. It blamed this partly on a change to commuting and consumer driving patterns which have impacted occupancy across its car parks. All sites are open, staff remain in post, and trading continues as normal.

STUMBLE: Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders reacts at the final whistle after the Premier League draw with West Ham. Against Nottingham Forest and West Ham, the issue was an inability to convert possession into chances and chances into goals. Against Forest they won the shot count 24-9 and drew 2-2; against West Ham they had 24 shots to one and drew 1-1. That day, Liverpool scored two injury-time goals to beat Brentford in a 3pm kick-off then, in the 5.30pm game, Arsenal threw away a two-goal lead to draw with Aston Villa. City aside, their remaining fixtures are not unduly daunting, although their biggest opponent may yet be their own doubt.

‌The top four finishers in the Premier League will be guaranteed a place in next season's Champions League and there could potentially be a fifth spot up for grabs. As a result, their eight remaining league fixtures are their sole focus between now and May. April kicks off with a double-header at Stamford Bridge against Manchester City (h) and Manchester United (h), followed by Brighton (a). Article continues belowLike Liverpool, Chelsea are still in the running in the FA Cup and Champions League. Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

It means that Meta will now be able to access or monitor content in users’ private, direct messages, including old ones. In an update, Instagram has advised users to “download any media or messages that you may want to keep”. The move comes despite Instagram’s sibling app, WhatsApp touting encryption as a core reason to use the service to protect users’ privacy. Messenger also uses privacy encryption by default to reassure users. A company spokesperson told the Irish Independent that it is removing the privacy feature on Instagram because not enough account-holders used it.

The escalating conflict has impacts on the supply of oil and other key resources through the Strait. Taoiseach Micheal Martin, who is due to meet Mr Trump on Wednesday, said there was a “conversation going on within Nato” about the security of the passage, but added that Ireland was not a member of that alliance. Asked about Mr Trump’s request for countries to assist in securing the strait, Mr Martin told reporters in Washington: “We’re not a military power. The Irish Government has yet to announce what measures it may take, with the Taoiseach stating he could not provide any details on Tuesday but reiterating the approach would be “targeted” at those on low incomes. Taoiseach Micheal Martin (Niall Carson/PA)Asked about the UK intervention, Mr Martin said: “I think you need to assess what the UK Government has actually announced, and you know, we will do that.

Retired couple ordered to remove £4,500 fence built for 'privacy and security'David and Denise Hopwood retrospective planning application was refused and appeal dismissed by councilView 2 Images David Hopwood standing by his fenceA retired couple have been instructed to dismantle a £4,500 seven-foot-high fence they erected to prevent neighbours snooping into their garden. ‌David and Denise Hopwood installed the 25-metre-long, grey composite barrier around their property for privacy and ease of upkeep. ‌However, following a complaint from a neighbour about its height, David, 67, and Denise, 66, were compelled to seek retrospective planning permission. We put it up for privacy and security, as well as it is ideal for maintenance purposes. The report said they considered the personal circumstances of the appellant - including privacy and security - but there was little evidence to claim that the 'height and materiality of the fence is necessary to achieve the security and privacy'.

Former Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green recently made an appearance on the 'Outta Pocket' podcast with former signal-caller Robert Griffin III and his wife, Grete. Green says that he only wishes to play quarterback at the next level, saying that questions about his ability to switch positions may stem from his race. Green continued: 'RG3, I'm pretty sure you've been through that... at this process too. It's not uncommon for athletic quarterbacks to switch positions when they arrive in the NFL. ESPN NFL Draft aficionado Mel Kiper has ranked Green sixth on his 'Big Board' of quarterback prospects and is projected to be a day-three pick.

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, March 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Elvis™ fans from around the world are headed to Middle Tennessee this week to celebrate the 10th anniversary Nashville Elvis Festival, taking place March 19-22, 2026 in Liberty Hall at the Factory at Franklin. The 4-day festival will celebrate the music and legacy of the King of Rock & Roll with 30 of the world’s top Elvis tribute artists and special guests. Another highlight of each Nashville Elvis Festival is the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, with the winner moving on to Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal & Finals in Memphis during Elvis Week each August. Nashville Elvis Festival is hosted by TOM BROWN, who as the former Vice President of Original Production for Turner Classic Movies (TCM), was the executive in charge of production on special Elvis projects featuring Priscilla Presley, Scotty Moore, D.J. Nashville Elvis Festival is produced by Brian Mayes & Tom Brown for Frankland Events LLC.

“The normalisation of war can never be accepted,” President Catherine Connolly has said the "normalisation of war can never be accepted", as Taoiseach Micheál Martin is due to meet US president Donald Trump. In her first St Patrick's Day address to the nation, President Connolly said that "we must renew our commitment to peace and diplomacy in line with the principles of international law as set out in the United Nations Charter", "now more than ever". While giving her St Patrick's Day speech, President Connolly said Irish people are "uniquely placed to offer a valuable perspective", as her speech focused on the war. In her address, Ms Connolly recalled the "foundational story" on which St Patrick's Day is based. The President emphasised Patrick's story is one of "hospitality and kindness".

Snoop Dogg vows to turn Swansea into Vegas as incredible 10-year plan revealedThe American rapper is now a co-owner of Swansea City and visited the club for the first time last monthView Image Swansea City AFC club co-owner Snoop Dogg (Image: Getty Images)Global rap icon Snoop Dogg says he wants to transform Swansea into the “Vegas of Wales”, complete with world-class hotels, clubs and huge music events. ‌The American superstar, who became a minority co-owner of Swansea City last year, has revealed an ambitious 10-year vision to turn the city into an international entertainment destination. ‌“I got a 10-year plan to make Swansea the Vegas of Wales,” he said. Follow Wales Online’s Swansea City FB page for more news and analysisSnoop, who has long spoken about his love of Vegas, says the American party capital provides the blueprint. “Vegas is my town, I love Vegas, I lost count of how many good nights I have had there,” he explained.