5 talking points as Wales prepare to face Australia in Cardiff showdown
Unwanted record staring Wales in the faceWales will reach an all-time results low in their 143-year international rugby history if they lose to Australia. Since beating Georgia at the 2023 World Cup, Wales have been toppled by Argentina, Scotland, England, Ireland, France, Italy, South Africa, Australia (twice) and Fiji. World Cup thumping seems an age agoWales players celebrate after beating Australia in the 2023 World Cup (Andrew Matthews/PA)It was only just under 14 months ago on a Sunday night in Lyon that Wales put Australia to the sword. They cruised into the World Cup quarter-finals by posting a record 40-6 win that underlined Australia’s demise under Eddie Jones. Suaalii magic could leave Wales spellboundIt took Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii just one game to announce his arrival on rugby union’s world stage.
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November 16, 2024 15:15 UTC
'Avoid Florida like the plague' may be new state motto | Letters
But if I were part of a family of child-bearing age, I would avoid Florida like the plague. This isn’t my parents’ Florida – or even the Florida of 20 years ago when I moved here. Since 2018, Florida has made significant cuts in the social programs that support low-income families. I hope that the state will fully fund the agencies that support low-income families and the mothers who were forced to carry a child that her family couldn’t afford/didn’t want. I would also hope the state would offer low-income women free contraception so they can avoid being forced to have a baby.
Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 15:13 UTC
Election 2024 Day 9: Over 680 candidates in the running as nominations close; Fine Gael insists it received no invite to proposed three way debate
Mr Harris said he has “good respect” for Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin and hopes the sentiment is reciprocated. In a video posted on social media, Mr Harris can be seen walking over to Mr Martin and shaking his hand before introducing party candidates. Mr Harris told his Fianna Fail counterpart it was good to see him and they wished each other the best before carrying on with their campaign duties. In the first week of the election campaign, the two largest coalition parties publicly rowed, with Mr Martin saying he was surprised by the tone of the Fine Gael attacks. Mr Harris has announced a number of policy proposals for older people.
Source:Irish Independent
November 16, 2024 15:01 UTC
It’s what she does – Serrano accuses Taylor of intentional headbutts in rematch
It’s what she does – Serrano accuses Taylor of intentional headbutts in rematchBy PA Sport StaffAmanda Serrano has accused Ireland’s Katie Taylor of intentionally headbutting her during their brutal rematch in Texas. Taylor defended her status as undisputed world light-welterweight champion with a unanimous decision victory over Serrano at the AT&T Stadium on Friday, with the judges scoring the bout 95-94 in her favour. However, controversy erupted after the decision was handed down when the Puerto Rican used her post-fight interview on Netflix to accuse Taylor of intentional headbutting. Following the fight, Serrano said: “I knew it if went to the judges it was going to be a little shady. Taylor and Serrano embraced each other after the bell, but the heavily pro-Serrano crowd voiced their displeasure as the result was announced.
Source:Irish Independent
November 16, 2024 14:46 UTC
Driver in his 20s killed in Co Cork crash
By Jonathan McCambridge, PAA man in his 20s has died in a road traffic collision in Co Cork. One driver was killed while the other, a man also aged in his 20s, suffered serious injuries and is being treated in Cork University Hospital. The road remained closed overnight with a technical examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators to be completed on Saturday. Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Mallow Garda Station on 022 31450, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 14:34 UTC
Ireland hold off Argentina fightback to return to winning ways in Dublin
Ireland hold off Argentina fightback to return to winning ways in DublinBy Ed Elliot, PA, DublinIreland survived a major scare as they kickstarted their autumn campaign by holding off a spirited Argentina side to return to winning ways with an unconvincing 22-19 victory in Dublin. Andy Farrell’s men were seeking a response to being knocked off the top of the world rankings following last week’s deflating defeat to New Zealand. Jack Crowley helped Ireland to a narrow win over Argentina. Ireland appeared to have made a nightmare start when a poor pass from Henshaw’s midfield partner Garry Ringrose gifted Matias Moroni a third-minute try. The game was still very much in the balance at that stage as Ireland searched in vain for their first points of a stuttering second period.
Source:Irish Independent
November 16, 2024 14:30 UTC
Upgrade of facilities at Streamstown greenway stop proposed
Streamstown Cafe and toilet facilitiesUpgrade of facilities at Streamstown greenway stop proposedThe November meeting of Athlone Moate Municipal District was told that an application for CLÁR funding for a small kitchen area at the Greenway stop in Streamstown was unsuccessful. Details of the funding for the Streamstown Greenway stop were provided to last week's district meeting by way of a written answer in response to a motion from Cllr Tom Farrell, in which he called for facilities to be enhanced to meet the current demand. The motion described the car park, camper van parking and kitchen facilities at the Greenway stop as being “inadequate.”Cllr Farrell, who received unanimous support for his motion from his fellow councillors, said the Streamstown stop on the Old Rail Trail could be “a showcase for the Greenway network in the Midlands” if facilities were improved. In seconding the motion, Cllr John Dolan said Streamstown had “one of the best voluntary community groups” in Westmeath, and he called for the regularisation of camper van parking at the Greenway stop. “If the camper vans are coming there anyway, we should provide facilities for them as it is a growing market,” he said.
Source:Irish Independent
November 16, 2024 13:04 UTC
Noel Gallagher’s ‘favourite’ Oasis guitar sells for £226,800
Auctioneers Propstore said it is one of Gallagher’s primary guitars from the Oasis era and believed to be the one he played most often during that part of his career. Liam Gallagher’s tambourine (Propstore/PA)The guitar was made for Gallagher at Gibson’s custom shop in 1997 and was used for performances on The David Letterman Show and Saturday Night Live and for the BBC documentary Oasis: Right Here, Right Now. A Noel Gallagher-signed Yorkshire Tea teapot fetched £1,260 on the second day of Propstore’s four-day live memorabilia auction, while a tambourine used by his bandmate brother Liam went for £6,300. The Gallaghers announced earlier this year they would reform to tour as Oasis in 2025, with dates in the UK and Ireland quickly selling out. Mark Hochman, Propstore’s music specialist, said: “Propstore’s auction was a celebration of music’s cultural impact, with iconic items like John Lennon’s amp, Noel Gallagher’s guitars, and Michael Jackson’s Thriller tour jacket serving as reminders of music history’s incredible legacy.
Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 12:56 UTC
Michael O’Neill pleased with Northern Ireland patience during Belarus win
Belarus, echoing the way they played in the second half of last month’s goalless draw in Hungary, set up deep from the start at Windsor Park and sought to frustrate Northern Ireland with a low block. For much of the first half it was successful, but Northern Ireland prospered with two set-pieces in the second half. After Ballard headed home the opener from captain Shea Charles’ corner, Northern Ireland were awarded a penalty for a handball by Kirill Pechenin which Dion Charles dispatched. Last month Northern Ireland ran riot in a 5-0 win over Bulgaria, but O’Neill had expected this to be a harder challenge and had spoken to his players about needing to be patient and manage their frustration – something they were able to do. He’ll be disappointed he didn’t score in the first half but I think it’s important for him.
Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 11:50 UTC
All eyes on G20 for breakthrough as COP29 climate talks stall
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November 16, 2024 11:28 UTC
Corrib Oil announces major partnership with international fast food chain
Corrib Oil has reached an agreement with the global quick-service restaurant brand Wendy’s to become its franchise partner in Ireland. Corrib Oil, founded in 1987, currently operates 38 convenience stores with forecourts across 17 counties. Announcing its Wendy’s partnership, Eugene Dalton, Chief Executive, Corrib Oil said it represented a significant milestone in the company’s growth strategy. The Wendy’s restaurants will be a blend of existing Corrib locations and new bespoke sites. Corrib Oil has a deep understanding of the local communities and a long-standing reputation for excellence.
Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 11:23 UTC
New Buffalo businesses to take part in passport shopping event
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November 16, 2024 11:08 UTC
Infinite details of Decorated Dollhouses brings holiday cheer to Jonesborough
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November 16, 2024 08:42 UTC
Cage fighters and Trump, an ultimate power combo
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Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 06:23 UTC
Evan Ferguson vows to battle through negativity with Republic of Ireland
“Even with the win tonight, I’d say there’ll be a lot of negative [opinions] about it. But you just have to try and block it out and try to do your best. For nearly two years now, it’s always been that way and it’s stayed that way, so we just need to try and turn it around. “It’s obviously a lot more negative than positive, so I think we just sort of said we’ll stay away and come together as a team. Ferguson said: “It’s good to score for Ireland and win the game at the same time.
Source:The Herald
November 16, 2024 05:14 UTC