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The last episode, which aired on Saturday night, saw the mysterious red-cloaked traitor make their way to the turret. Have your say on the secret traitor’s identity in our poll belowThe secret traitor is poised to be revealed as The Traitors returns for the next instalment (Cody Burridge/BBC)The secret traitor is poised to be revealed as The Traitors returns for its next instalment. Their identity has been kept a secret from all players, including the other traitors, Rachel and Stephen, as well as from the viewers. Rachel successfully completed the mission, and the secret traitor could be seen entering the turret as Saturday’s episode closed before their identity was revealed. Before the secret traitor appeared, Rachel told Stephen: “Whoever walks through that door, we don’t need them.”She added: “Who on earth is this secret traitor?
Sligo County Council have this week granted planning permission to KDM Construction Ltd for a development at Fairways, Oghambaun, Tubbercurry that will consist of 35 houses. The development will consist of 35 dwellings consisting of six semi-detached four Bedroom Units; 22 semi-detached three bedroom units; five semi-detached two bedroom units and two semi-detached one bedroom units with connection to services and associated site development works. A submission from Fearghal O’Caheny took issue with the fact that the entrance for residents of the new development will be the same as that used by existing residents of the Fairways development. "The current proposed development I believe should be completely separate from the current Fairways Estate and should have its own entrance and exit points as per the old plans onto the Ballymote Roadway. Children regularly play throughout the estate, including at various points near roadways and bends.
Gary Oldman had a big smile on his face while filming Slow Horses' sixth season in London. He was filming alongside Christopher Chung (who plays Roddy Ho) and 16-year-old actor Lenny Rush. Pictures from filming show Gary and Christopher, 37, sat in the front of a car while Lenny is in the back. Slow Horses is based upon Mick Herron's Slough House series of novels, which debuted in 2010. All series of Slow Horses are available to stream on Apple TV.
Americans have been urged to drink less alcohol as teetotal Trump rolled out fresh dietary recommendations. In the new guidelines released Wednesday, officials recommended that Americans should 'consume less alcohol for better overall health'. In the new dietary guidelines, the two-paragraph section on alcohol reads: 'Consume less alcohol for better overall health. It adds: 'For those with a family history of alcoholism, be mindful of alcohol consumption and associated addictive behaviors.' About 54 percent of adults in the US say they consume alcohol, according to a 2025 Gallup poll, marking the lowest level in 90 years.
It was confirmed earlier today that Dingle midfielder Mark O'Connor was granted permission by AFL side Geelong Cats to return for his side's All-Ireland final meeting with St. Brigid's on Sunday week. The All-Ireland minor captain winner with the Kerry in 2015 has been a crucial addition for Dingle on his returns from Australia. There were doubts over the 28 year old's availability following Dingle's Munster final victory over St. Finbarr's, but his AFL team allowed him to return for last weekend's All-Ireland semi-final victory over Ballyboden St. Enda's and he will return once again to grace Croke Park, the pitch where he was named Man of the Match in the 2015 All-Ireland minor final. His confirmed return will add another layer of preparation for Anthony Cunningham's side.
Experts predict AI could become autonomous by 2030The AI 2027 scenario predicts a future in which AI code itself and sets it own parameters, becoming a superintelligence. Image: GettyAn expert has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could be the “last technology humanity ever builds” as a so-called “doom timeline” predicting the point at which it could overtake humankind has been revised. Explaining the revision in a post on X, project leader Daniel Kokotajlo said: “Things seem to be going somewhat slower than the AI 2027 scenario. The initial AI 2027 scenario sparked debate among technology experts. “The real question we should ask ourselves is how we develop this technology such that it ... is always for the benefit of humanity.”
Photograph: Sigga Ella/The New York TimesThe US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, says he plans to meet Danish officials next week to discuss Greenland, amid an escalating crisis within Nato over Donald Trump’s threats to take over the Arctic territory. Mr Trump claimed on Wednesday that the US would not desert Nato in a backhanded social media post that also criticised the alliance. [ Why does Donald Trump want to take over Greenland?Opens in new window ]Mr Trump has long-expressed an interest in acquiring Greenland. Mr Trump has claimed that Greenland is “full of Chinese and Russian ships” and that Denmark is incapable of defending Greenland, which the president has said is vital for US national security. But Lars Løkke Rasmussen, the Danish foreign minister said after the extraordinary meeting that the US was giving a false representation of what was happening in Greenland.
Having hailed the occasion as a 'beautiful and emotional' moment, Messi no-doubt celebrated with his favourite cold drink, which he revealed this week is rather peculiar. Messi is gearing up for his sixth, and almost certainly final, World Cup this summer in the USA, Canada and Mexico with the Argentinian national team. The 38-year-old is gearing up for a record-breaking sixth World Cup next summer in North AmericaMessi, who will be 39 by the summer, said: 'I hope I can be there. 'The World Cup is special for everyone, for any country, especially for us, because we live in a completely different way. Coming off winning the World Cup gives you confidence and relief to prepare competitions differently.'
Farmers say hormone found in Brazilian beef should be ‘red line’ on trade dealBy Cillian Sherlock, Press AssociationThe discovery of a prohibited growth hormone in beef originating in Brazil that entered Ireland should be a “wake-up call” for the Government, according to farmers. The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) has called on the Government to oppose the Mercosur trade deal ahead of an EU vote on Friday. The EU must publish the full details of this immediately and before there is any vote on the Mercosur deal. “In 2024, another EU audit found that the Brazilian system to stop hormones entering the EU food chain could not be relied upon. “Yet, hormones have now entered the EU and Irish food chain.
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Richard Ashcroft banned from driving for six months after speeding convictionBy Ted Hennessey, Press AssociationMusician Richard Ashcroft has been banned from driving for six months and made to pay nearly £3,000 after he was caught speeding. Richard Ashcroft did not attend court (Ian West/PA) Photo by Ian WestAshcroft, whose address was listed in Richmond-upon-Thames, did not attend the hearing, but pleaded guilty to one count of speeding. District Judge Daniel Benjamin, sentencing, said that Ashcroft put other road users at “risk of harm” due to his speeding. The judge said that Ashcroft had reached the latest offence “without any intention of abiding by the speed limit”. Mr Bailie said that Ashcroft had the means to pay the full total.
Horse Racing Ireland warned shortfalls in funding 'not sustainable'Ken FoxeHorse Racing Ireland (HRI) warned it was falling way behind its competitors in Great Britain and that shortfalls in funding were no longer sustainable. In a pre-budget presentation, HRI said it was struggling to keep pace just as British racing was about to receive an extra levy to increase prize money. It described how industry sentiment was openly critical in both the domestic and international press with headlines about “unacceptable” prize money. It argued the lack of growth in prize money was a critical factor as there were “increasing cost pressures” across the industry. “Prize money is vital in ensuring that Ireland maintains its position as a world leader in thoroughbred breeding and racing,” the presentation said.
Live In The Marquee returns with three upcoming datesA series of new dates have been announced for the popular 'Live in the Marquee' music series at JJ Killeen's in Shannonbridge. In May of this year, Live In The Marquee will present 'Boyzlife', a night of the greatest hits from internationally acclaimed bands Boyzone and Westlife. "To put together a set list and was easy because we had so many hit songs; every song we do is a hit song," Keith said. We have a full live band behind us. Last year, the performances included dates by Nathan Carter, ABBAesque, Rebel, the 'Live Forever' Oasis tribute band, All Folk'd Up, Louise Morrissey and Ruaile Buaile.
Yellow weather warnings issued as Storm Goretti approaches IrelandBy Bairbre Holmes, Press AssociationYellow weather warnings have been issued for the south of the country as Storm Goretti approaches Ireland. Met Eireann have said yellow snow and rain warnings for Cork, Kerry, Waterford and Wexford are expected to be in place from Thursday afternoon. There are also small craft warnings in place for Carnsore Point to Dungarvan to Mizen Head and for Carlingford Lough to Dungarvan to Erris Head. The storm is expected to bring heavy snow and strong winds later in the week across England and Wales. It comes after temperatures dipped over the last week and yellow ice warnings are in place in Northern Ireland on Wednesday.
