Mystery as beloved South Korean singer Mo Su-jin dies aged 27 in latest tragedy to hit country’s showbiz industry
South Korean singer Mo Su-jin has died at the age of 27 with her family declining to reveal her cause of death. The funeral was held privately with only family, relatives and close friends in attendance.’Mo Su-jin joined Acoustic Collabo in 2020, forming one half of the popular acoustic duo. The group became embroiled in a legal dispute with their former management in 2022 before eventually signing with Panic Button. Fans also took to social media to pay their respects, with one person writing: 'Thank you, Sujin, for singing!! Wheesung, whose real name was Choi Whee-sung, debuted in 2002 and rose to prominence as a leading ballad singer.
Source:Daily Mail
January 31, 2026 09:38 UTC
Comment: A millionaires’ tax won’t chase the wealthy out of state
Bob Ferguson now backing a Washington state tax on millionaires, the simultaneously timely and timeless issue of millionaire migration — i.e., millionaires migrating out of higher tax states — has bubbled to the surface in recent policy and public discourse in Washington state. To the extent that folks on both sides of the aisle care what the best science has to say, here’s an important way to think about this issue:First, millionaire migration isn’t really a thing. Second, the focus on millionaire migration misses a larger and much more important point. As such, millionaire migration reflects the lack of political willingness to adopt and coordinate progressive tax structures within and across states. Naturally, progressive tax structures raise subsequent questions about the appropriate level of taxation for millionaires.
Source:The Herald
January 31, 2026 09:35 UTC
Liverpool's Curtis Jones stance amid Inter Milan interest, Forest target Man City goalkeeper - and the latest on Chelsea's pursuit of Jeremy Jacquet: WINDOW WATCH
Man City goalkeeper Ortega agrees to join ForestStefan Ortega has agreed to join Nottingham Forest from Manchester City on an initial six-month contract. Bobb claims Fulham move an 'easy decision'Fulham have completed the £27million signing of attacking midfielder Oscar Bobb from Manchester City. Oscar Bobb has insisted moving from Manchester City to Fulham was an 'easy decision'Toffees interested in Chelsea wingerEverton are among the clubs showing interest in Chelsea winger Tyrique George. Millwall close on loan deal for Brighton wingerBrighton winger Tommy Watson is in talks to join promotion-chasing Millwall on loan. Watford have signed left-back Stephen Mfuni from Manchester City on loan.
Source:Daily Mail
January 31, 2026 09:29 UTC
How to defeat dementia: It's not just your brain you need to look after, it's your eyes, ears - and even your TEETH
High cholesterolHigh levels of ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol puts you at a 30 per cent increased dementia risk. MIXED DEMENTIA: At least one in ten people with dementia have more than one type: most commonly, Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. AdvertisementThese repeated interruptions can also trigger stress responses in the body, leading to increased blood pressure, another dementia risk. This may lead to brain tissue damage and is linked with the build-up of amyloid proteins – that both raise dementia risk. BLOOD PRESSURE: NHS advises monitoring every five years, especially if over 40.
Source:Daily Mail
January 31, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Source:The Herald
January 31, 2026 08:54 UTC
‘My wife is brilliant at giving me space… She’s very patient’: Ben Shephard reveals a great friendship is at heart of his successful - but fiercely private - marriage in rare insight
‘I had to defuse a very febrile situation,’ says Ben, who looks like he can take care of himself. ‘What I really think is that we were great mates when we got together.’His wife stays well clear of showbusiness. ‘Annie has been brilliant at allowing me the space to go off and do the job I do,’ Ben says. ‘That’s really lovely of you to say, but it’s not my experience.’His most famous fan is Mary Taylor, a character on Coronation Street who’s obsessed with him. What I’m doing is about emulating that.’So that’s why he keeps pushing himself with events like the World’s Toughest Mudder.
Source:Daily Mail
January 31, 2026 08:50 UTC
I shrugged off night sweats and fatigue as perimenopause... they were actually symptoms of deadly cancer
A biopsy revealed that Ms Farrington had follicular lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system. Follicular lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells called lymphocytes. A biopsy revealed that Ms Farrington had follicular lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system'When I first found out, it felt surreal more than anything. Ms Farrington started a 'brutal' treatment plan, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. This is to help manage her symptoms as follicular lymphoma is not currently curable.
Source:Daily Mail
January 31, 2026 08:37 UTC
'I watched Premier League manager fight with Arsenal boss
The striker wheeled away in celebration and whipped off his shirt, but his manager was equally zealous. Pardew gestured in jubilation towards the Arsenal bench, angering Wenger. The French manager shoved Pardew and the two squared up, exchanging heated words. View 3 Images The Arsenal boss didn't shake Pardew's hand after the match (Image: Sky Sports)"So we've got the likes of Carlton Cole coming into the team. And as a player, when you're not playing, you take it out on the manager or whoever, inside.
Source:Daily Mirror
January 31, 2026 08:35 UTC
Ireland remains on flood alert as January poised to set rainfall record in wake of Storm Chandra
The River Slaney burst its banks yesterday evening for a second time this week, following days of heavy rainfall across Co Wexford. Photo: Jim CampbellThe rivers Nore and Barrow caused major flooding yesterday as both broke their banks in multiple locations. Some areas were braced to receive more than 50mm of rainfall yesterday, meaning parts of the south-east will have faced over 100mm of rainfall in just 96 hours. Met Éireann’s Gerry Murphy said Ireland had struggled to cope with rainfall levels over the past seven days that were over four times higher than January averages. There is certainly the possibility that records may be broken.”Mr Murphy indicated that rainfall levels would ease over the weekend before further potentially heavy rainfall on Monday.
Source:Irish Independent
January 31, 2026 08:33 UTC
How an appearance on ‘The Traitors Ireland’ turned into a real business win for a Wexford brand
Oft criticised, RTÉ notched one in the win column last year when the first Irish series of the hugely popular reality gameshow The Traitors hit our screens. Although we’ve had our fair share of failed adaptations of UK and US format shows, this seemed to have been a big hit and fans of the UK version even ventured that the Irish version was superior.
Source:Irish Independent
January 31, 2026 08:32 UTC
‘People need places like ours’ – Guinness price rise will add to loneliness in rural Ireland, pubs warn
‘People need places like ours’ – Guinness price rise will add to loneliness in rural Ireland, pubs warnBars offer a ‘social network’ that is threatened by Monday’s 7c a pint increase'There's no joy in it': Pub owners hit out against Diageo price risesLaura Lynott Today at 06:30The cost of a pint of Guinness is due to rise on Monday, but the real price may be that of social isolation, particularly in rural parts of the country.
Source:Irish Independent
January 31, 2026 08:32 UTC
Aussie demands K'gari is shut down after Canadian backpacker Piper James found dead - as chilling theory emerges about dingoes and NOBODY is safe
An Indigenous woman has demanded authorities shut down K'gari over fears dingoes are stalking visitors after a Canadian backpacker was found dead. Her plea comes after Piper James, 19, was found dead on January 19, her body surrounded by a pack of dingoes. Ms Cronin made the chilling claim the dingoes had been stalking Ms James and that the wild dogs are targeting humans. 'She would walk to get reception on the beach because that's where you get reception,' Ms Cronin said. Ms Cronin said the island’s natural resources have been exploited for tourism, leaving wild dogs without enough food.
Source:Daily Mail
January 31, 2026 08:29 UTC
Two men 'caught red handed' in seizure of €472,000 worth of cannabis
The evidence from gardaí was that Mr Doody and Mr Downey were “caught red-handed” loading boxes containing cannabis when gardaí arrived at the scene at 2.30pm on January 28th. He said that Mr Doody made no reply when the charges were put to him after caution at 12.05pm on Friday. However, Det Gda McGarry told the court that Mr Doody had lived in Germany for a year from 2022 to 2023. She remanded Mr Doody in custody to appear before Mallow District Court in Co Cork by video link on February 3rd next. He said that Mr Downey made no reply when the charges were put to him following caution at noon today.
Source:The Herald
January 31, 2026 08:15 UTC
‘They’re missing out on so much’: How screens and Covid are shaping childhood in Ireland
It also found that fundamental movement skills such as running, jumping, catching and kicking plateau and stop progressing when children reach the age of 10. One of the authors of the DCU report, Stephen Behan, who is assistant professor at the school of health and human performance, says fundamental movement skills in Ireland are “quite low. We know that there is a decline, and that they’re getting worse.”Children who have better proficiency in fundamental movement skills go on to be more active in their teenage years, he explains. Kids are great mimickers'As grim as the statistics around children’s fundamental movement skills appear, Behan believes knowledge is power. We know interventions to improve fundamental movement skills work.”Mullally says she believes screens have played an instrumental role in this.
Source:The Irish Times
January 31, 2026 07:32 UTC
The Minister says ‘Death’ is calling and you must not answer – The Irish Times
Hopefully, junior minister for transport Seán Canney’s 'Death' photo will not come back to haunt him. Hopefully, the junior minister for transport’s “Death” photo will not come back to haunt him. Not even a super junior minister. Not even a humble junior minister. She recently launched an online survey into hot school meals and is asking parents and teachers to complete it.
Source:The Irish Times
January 31, 2026 07:30 UTC