Brand new to the market for 2026, and sure to cause a big stir in the land market, is a 203-acre farm in West Waterford. Roadside entrance to the 203-acre farm at Carriglea, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. “This is a substantial tillage farm at Carriglea,” says selling agent Brian Gleeson, who has offices in Dungarvan, Ardmore and Waterford city. photo of the 203-acre farm at Carriglea, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Only five minutes’ drive from Dungarvan Town, this is a farm with presence, purpose and potential.

The ITIC said there “remains a misalignment” between the tourism data published by the CSO and “industry intelligence with tourism business data pointing to a flat year or one marginally down”. Visitor expenditure during 2025 is expected to be down 13% to €5.27bn while domestic tourism increased by 1% to €3.62bn. The North American market was the most valuable to Irish tourism worth €1.93bn with the average US visitor spending €1,282 while in Ireland. The average spend per domestic visitor in 2025 is projected to be €235 per person. Chief executive of the ITIC Eoghan O’Mara Walsh said “Irish tourism leaders are cautiously optimistic”.

Professor John Appleby had begun an independent review into health and social care services in Northern Ireland in 2005. He said: “There is strong political and public attachment to the NHS model in NI. “The HPSS is virtually the only provider of health and social care services here. “The private sector is small – with, for example, only two small private hospitals – and comparatively few people can afford private health insurance. “This will present real resource problems and this issue, which is a problem for health systems world-wide, can not be ignored in Northern Ireland.

Irish official Brendan Gleeson wrote to Elizabeth Sperber, of the European Anti Fraud Office (OLAF) in the European Commission, about the issue. He said: “In early 2004, arising from an investigation of a consignment of cattle stolen from a livestock mart in the south west of Ireland, the Irish authorities uncovered information leading them to believe that these cattle had been transported illegally to a holding in Northern Ireland. Mr Gleeson said that authorities on both sides of the border were “very satisfied with the outcome of the joint investigation”. He added: “The Irish authorities are in the process of examining the papers to assess whether there are sufficient grounds for prosecution in respect of the activities carried out within our jurisdiction. “We understand that the authorities in Northern Ireland are also initiating prosecutions.”

Irish and British barristers voice opposition to UK plan to reduce number of jury trialsBy David Lynch, Press Association Political CorrespondentBarristers from across Ireland and Britain have said they are “deeply concerned” by the British government’s plans to curb the number of jury trials. Mr Lammy, also the UK Justice Secretary, wants to limit jury trials to only the most serious offences, and those with a likely sentence of more than three years in prison. In a joint statement, they said: “The Four Bars are deeply concerned that the UK Government is planning to restrict the right to a jury trial in England and Wales. A Ministry of Justice spokesperson said: “This Government inherited a justice system in crisis. “Combined, these measures will free up the space and time needed to prioritise the most serious cases – including those that can and should have a jury trial.”

Northern Ireland’s Communities Minister Gordon Lyons paid tribute to McClenaghan, saying: “This is a fitting reward for his years of total dedication and countless hours of training. “I had the pleasure of meeting Rhys in Paris during the 2024 Olympics and was struck by his humility and determination. His Ulster University colleague, Professor Tara Moore becomes an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) for her services to research, innovation and education. As well as funding the charity venture, Ms Peacock organises transport to the venue where guests are met by volunteers, and provides dinner and arranges entertainment. Northern Ireland’s chief nursing officer Maria McIlgorm is made an OBE for services to nursing and midwifery.

Mikel Arteta has said he wants every visiting team to suffer at the Emirates Stadium, as Arsenal host Aston Villa tonight in an intriguing top-of-the-table clash seeking to avenge their “cruel” defeat in the reverse fixture this month. Arteta’s league leaders lost 2-1 at Villa Park three weeks ago, when Emi Buendía scored a 95th-minute winner with the last kick of the game. Arsenal have lost three of their past five meetings with Villa, picking up just four points in the process. “We’re going to be really aware of the situation and the timescale of certain players,” said Arteta. “We want to be better and we know how important having the right availability with players is going to be this season.

Rio Ferdinand compares Benjamin Sesko to ex-Man Utd team-mate - 'A joke'Rio Ferdinand has leapt to the defence of Benjamin Sesko, insisting the Manchester United frontman is still having an impact even if he's only scored twice since his summer moveView 2 Images Benjamin Sesko has only scored twice since his summer switch to Manchester (Image: Getty Images)Rio Ferdinand has claimed that criticism of Benjamin Sesko is wide of the mark and believes a lot of his contributions are hugely effective - even if he's not scoring regularly. ‌The Slovenian made the move to Manchester United from RB Leipzig for £70million in the summer, but has scored just twice. His slow start has seen him come in for criticism but Ferdinand sees similarities between Sesko and his former team-mate, Louis Saha. ‌Ferdinand sees similarities with Sesko, who has led an attacking line that also features Bryan Mbuemo and Matheus Cunha. Manchester United haven’t had a striker who can just hold it up or flick it on for ages.

There will be other familiar faces for Frawley at the western province with eight of their present senior squad having previously appeared for Leinster at senior level. I think there's a great opportunity for our guys to play professionally,” the Leinster head coach remarked at a media briefing in UCD yesterday. I think he's going to get that opportunity at Connacht. We think he's a great person, first and foremost,” Cullen added. “Between now and the end of the season, everyone's focused on delivering for Leinster.

By Gráinne Ní Aodha, Press AssociationIrish civil servants concluded Winston Churchill was “unscrupulous” as they discussed how the crisis over King Edward VIII’s proposed marriage to an American divorcee could be used to the Irish Free State’s advantage. Historical files show how Irish authorities reacted to the constitutional crisis in Britain. The monarch decided to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson months into his reign, despite then-British Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin and his cabinet opposing the move. He abdicated on December 10th 1936, and married Mrs Simpson in June 1937, while his younger brother became King George VI. A handwritten addition indicated that the note was exchanged between Eamon de Valera, pictured, and his finance minister.

Luke Littler admits he “lost” his head when reacting to the hostile crowd during his fourth-round World Championship win over Rob Cross and still has some learning to do. Littler let the emotion out after throwing the winning darts, running around the stage gesturing to the crowd, who had wanted Cross to win. Luke Littler's response to those in Ally Pally booing him 👀 pic.twitter.com/QHszE1z4ua — Sky Sports Darts (@SkySportsDarts) December 29, 2025“I can still learn a lot. “That’s the first time I’ve been at the World Championships and the crowd have not wanted me to win. “I am glad I won.”Littler returns to the stage on Thursday, when he will face Luke Woodhouse or Krzysztof Ratajski.

Offaly captain Ciaran Burke says 'sitting around and feeling sorry for ourselves' wasn't an option for the Faithful when they hit rock bottom five years ago. Now the midlands county are preparing to return to the top flight of both the National League and the Championship for the first time since 2018. Offaly slipped to 18th in the national rankings at the time before digging deep and turning things around. "It was during covid so we all had to drive separately," said Burke of that 2020 debut. I didn't know in what direction my own hurling career was going to go, or even Offaly.

British boxer Anthony Joshua is “stable” and recovering in hospital after the car he was travelling in crashed in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two people. The former two-time unified world heavyweight champion is on holiday in Africa following his sixth-round knockout win over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami less than a fortnight ago. Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul on December 19 (JC Ruiz/PA)A joint statement issued by the Governments of Ogun and Lagos States revealed Joshua and another man had been taken to hospital, where they are receiving treatment. Anthony Joshua is conscious and has been in communication with his family. “The Governments of Ogun and Lagos States are closely monitoring the situation and will ensure that the affected persons receive the best possible medical care.

Kerry 4-11, Longford 1-11. Full-forward Kieran Donaghy scored a single point and was still the obvious candidate for man of the match. It was enshrined in that iconic headline that became shorthand for his arrival: ‘A Star is born.’ Despite his sole white flag, Donaghy had a hand in 4-4 in that fixture. He was a focal point on the edge of the square, content to facilitate a constellation of strikers around him. In a world obsessed with scores, he craved the obscure commodity: Assists.

Met Éireann warned that temperatures are set to plummet over the coming days with the mercury potentially dropping to as low as minus 3C. Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have urged people to take care with any journeys planned over the coming days. Met Éireann's long range forecast is for Ireland to experience largely dry but very cold conditions well into January. "There will be predominately dry conditions but it will be colder than average due to a chilly northeasterly airflow. Dry conditions are expected to persist over Ireland until later in the month though western areas will see rain showers.