Alan Shatter wins €123,000 tax refund from IRS after sale of house in Florida, but fails to recover legal costsFormer justice minister sold property for $825,000 in 2022, of which over $60,000 was withheldAlan Shatter has failed in a bid to recover his legal costs after a case against the IRS in America. John Burns Today at 06:30Former Fine Gael justice minister Alan Shatter has failed in a bid to recover his legal costs after winning a case against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in America.

Tiger Woods will not captain the United States at the 2027 Ryder Cup. Photograph: Zac Goodwin/PA WireTiger Woods has turned down the opportunity to captain the United States at the 2027 Ryder Cup, which will be staged at Adare Manor in Co Limerick, the PGA of America has announced. Tiger has shared with us that he will not serve as captain of the 2027 US Ryder Cup team and we support his decision. The PGA of America will share further updates regarding the Ryder Cup captaincy when appropriate.”The 15-time major winner had been the favourite to take on the US captaincy at Adare Manor, which is owned by JP McManus, a longtime friend and associate of Woods. Tiger Woods is driven from the Martin County Jail after being arrested for driving under the influence after a car crash on March 27th, 2026, in Florida.

GERARD COUZENSTributes have been paid to a 27-year-old Brazilian man - after it emerged today he was the cyclist killed in a collision with a cement truck in Dublin on Wednesday. Overnight, friends and relatives spoke of their grief as they launched a fundraising campaign online to speed up the repatriation of his body. Friend Kaique Santos, who is also currently in Dublin, said in an emotional social media message:“Thank you for your company and your loyal friendship. Dublin Lord Mayor Ray McAdam has said his thoughts are with all those involved in the incident, and with the emergency services who were at the scene. He added: “Incidents like this are a stark reminder of the need to keep improving road safety across our city for everyone who uses our streets.”

Airline boss O’Leary suggested on Wednesday that disruptions to jet fuel supply could begin from early MayThere are growing fears that jet fuel supplies could be disrupted during the summer months if the war in Iran continues throughout April and beyond. Airline boss O’Leary suggested on Wednesday that disruptions to jet fuel supply could begin from early May if the war continues beyond the end of April. “But if the war continues, we do run the risk of supply disruptions in Europe in May and June. [ Trump claims to have achieved Iran war aims. Minister for Transport and Energy Darragh O’Brien said the aviation fuel issue was discussed at a meeting of EU energy ministers.

That very day I also ordered a device to lock myself out of the very same phone. Folders with names like “handy DIY bits” and “book ideas?”I live to scroll. My new phone has so much delicious storage I’ve been downloading audiobooks just for the hell of it. You place the little grey box somewhere in your home and use the Brick app to lock yourself out of your phone. It essentially turns your smartphone into a “brick” phone of the olden days when the most sophisticated diversion was a game of Snake.

Minister for Tourism Peter Burke might have been a bit puzzled reading Fáilte Ireland’s inaugural quarterly economic report before its publication this week. As a consequence, Burke pushed at Cabinet to reduce the VAT rate for the sector from 13.5 per cent to 9 per cent from July 2026. Meanwhile, a large plurality – 48 per cent – of tourism businesses said their revenues increased in 2025. The problem with the VAT rate measure is that it’s like a prescription for decapitation to cure a head cold. Despite everything that’s happening in the world, the Coalition reportedly remains committed to introducing the cut in July.

The UK doesn’t “need more restaurants”, according to chancellor Rachel Reeves’s “entrepreneurship” adviser. I am reminded of this unhelpful and rhetorically graceless intervention from Reeves’s camp after hearing the sad news about Peploe’s on Dublin’s Stephen’s Green. We don’t “need” more restaurants? Not that I would expect the UK’s “we don’t need more restaurants” government to ever understand – as turgid and humourless as it is. I am glad about the Vat reduction here, it is at least evidence of a political class that cares.

US president Donald Trump has said the strait of Hormuz will "open up naturally" after America completes its objectives in Iran. We are going to bring ​them ​back ⁠to the stone ages, where ​they belong,” ​Trump ⁠warned. President Donald Trump gave a prime-time address to America from the White House. A week ago, Trump suggested that the Strait of Hormuz might be run by himself and the ayatollah, “whoever the ayatollah is”. America’s war with Iran, he told them flatly, has been going on “for 32 days”.

Oxford United reportedly raised concerns over a conflict of interest regarding the Rovers boss who managed four U's players for Northern Ireland in the recent international break. Northern Ireland lost 2-0 to Italy in their World Cup play-off semi-final before drawing 1-1 with Wales in a friendly on Tuesday. With Pompey boss, and former Yellows captain, John Mousinho criticising the situation, Oxford head coach Bloomfield was also questioned. Oxford United boss Matt Bloomfield orders from the touchline (Image: Jason Dawson)"As regards to anything else, I'd rather not comment. READ MORE: Hull City duo expected to feature against Oxford UnitedREAD MORE: Oxford United agent fees shown as Championship totals £69mREAD MORE: Oxford United's concerns backed by Portsmouth boss"I thought Brodie was brilliant.

A new waxwork of Taylor Swift was unveiled at The National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin this morning. The figure, created by a team of artists, was inspired by Swift’s iconic Cruel Summer Eras tour look. In a statement released at the time, the National Wax Museum Plus said the wax figure “did not meet our high standards or the expectations of Sinéad’s devoted fans". She also revealed Swift hasn’t seen this new figure of herself, though she said they planned to reach out. Swift played three sold-out Aviva Stadium shows in Dublin in June 2024 as part of her record-breaking Era's tour.

Applegreen brings M&S to M4 Enfield WestboundApplegreen has officially reopened its upgraded site at M4 Enfield Westbound. The store now features an M&S Food Shop with over 400 M&S items, alongside a brand-new Crafted Kitchen & Deli, the Braeburn Café and a full Applegreen convenience store. Anna Szewczyk, Store Manager at Applegreen Enfield, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome the local community and commuters to our refreshed site! Previous Next Image 1 of 2 Image 2 of 2"With the addition of M&S Food and our new Crafted Kitchen & Deli, customers now have even more choice. Investing up to €50 million annually in its Irish operations, the company continues to expand its Braeburn Café offering and strengthen its partnership with M&S Food.

Real Madrid unhappy with England after Jude Bellingham's 'pointless' tripJude Bellingham failed to play a minute for England during the recent international break - leaving Real Madrid angry given that their star had only just recovered from an injuryView 2 Images Jude Bellingham was part of this month's England campReal Madrid have been left frustrated by England's handling of Jude Bellingham after they called him into camp - only to leave him on the bench for both games during the international break. ‌Nevertheless he flew back to his homeland to be part of England camp, but failed to play a single minute. Marca report that Real feel that their player returning to England only to sit on the bench and be part of training was 'a pointless trip'. Los Blancos are in the midst of a La Liga title race, where they trail Barcelona by four points. Article continues belowMadrid believe that Tuchel's decision to snub Bellingham has "done little to help" the midfielder ahead of their upcoming games.

A partial rerouting of the proposed Cork Luas line — outlined in plans seen by the Irish Examiner — could necessitate the compulsory purchase of homes and sporting grounds in a western suburb. The EPR route runs 18km from Ballincollig in the west to Mahon Point in the east, with 25 stops along the way. Indicative view of Luas Cork through Main Street Ballincollig. A visualisation of a Cork Luas tram passing Páirc Uí Chaoimh on its way through Ballintemple to Mahon. “It is deeply disappointing that I am only hearing rumours through the grapevine about significant changes to the previously published route through Bishopstown,” he said.

Through in Edinburgh, Hearts stunned a Celtic side who played the bulk of the second period with a numerical disadvantage following the dismissal of Maddie Wilde. It got worse for Celtic a few minutes later with Erin Husbnad doubling Hearts’ lead. The narrative was sustained after the break with a third goal coming from the spot following Wilde’s handball and red-card. It is the biggest defeat for Grant Scott since taking charge of Celtic in January. Leanne Crichton’s side are in third place, just two points behind City and two points ahead of Celtic whom they play on Monday evening at New Douglas Park.

Career crook plundered £100,000 of Asian gold and valuables in strikes on two Newcastle homesRomanian national Neculai Nederi broke into to family homes in Fenham and stole financially and sentimentally high value jewelleryView Image Neculai Nederi, jailed for burglariesA career criminal plundered Asian gold and other items worth more than £100,000 in targeted strikes on two Tyneside homes. Romanian serial crook Neculai Nederi plundered financially and sentimentally valuable jewellery from families in Newcastle, leaving them devastated and heartbroken. He stole a large amount of Asian gold jewellery, along with a designer handbags, perfume and a bank card. ‌The victim said among the stolen items was her deceased mother's wedding ring, a full wedding gold set and Chanel jewellery. The court heard Nederi, 48, of no fixed address, has 53 previous convictions between 2008 and 2024 and has served prison sentences in Romania, Belgium and Germany.