Germany and Scotland prepare to open Euro 2024 in Munich
Germany and Scotland prepare to open Euro 2024 in MunichBy PA Sport StaffEuro 2024 gets under way on Friday night as hosts Germany take on Steve Clarke’s Scotland in their Group A opener. Munich will be the setting for the opening fixture of Euro 2024 (Andrew Milligan/PA) Photo by Andrew MilliganScotland have made it to the finals of a European Championship for the fourth time, and an appointment in the tournament’s opening fixture will put them firmly in the spotlight. They finished second in qualifying on the back of winning their opening five qualifiers, then failing to win any of the last three. Bypassing qualifying by virtue of being hosts, Germany played 11 friendlies last year but won only three, losing six. Germany and Scotland fans shake hands at Marienplatz, Munich (Bradley Collyer/PA) Photo by Bradley CollyerGermany v Scotland, 8pm, RTÉ 2
Source:Irish Independent
June 14, 2024 07:37 UTC
Fresh details of arrest on Jet2 Glasgow flight diverted to Ireland
As The Herald reported on Thursday, the aircraft diverted to Shannon Airport in County Clare. It has now emerged that the person taken into custody was a man "in his late teens" thought to be from Motherwell, North Lanarkshire. Police said that a woman in her 20s was assaulted during the flight. READ MORE: Glasgow Tenerife flight diverts to Ireland after 'drunk passenger attacks crew'An Garda Siochana said in a statement: “The aircraft diverted to Shannon Airport, where Gardai boarded the plane. READ MORE: Edinburgh-Ibiza flight diverts to Bristol after sexual offence report“Investigations are ongoing.”Jet2 said a standby aircraft and crew was immediately flown to Shannon Airport to take customers to Tenerife.
Source:The Herald
June 14, 2024 06:32 UTC
Down’s goals prove key as brave Maroons run out of steam
Down’s goals prove key as brave Maroons run out of steamDown 4-13 Westmeath 1-18Previous Next Image 1 of 6 The Westmeath minor football team before their Tier 3 All Ireland final against Down in Kingspan Breffni Park. JOHN_MC_CAULEY Image 3 of 6 Player of the Match James McHugh is tackled by Down’s Aaron McClelland. JOHN_MC_CAULEY Image 5 of 6 Westmeath’s Darragh Lough with Down’s Paul McGovern in pursuit. Westmeath were in control of this game until the last quarter, with prodigious corner forward James McHugh kicking some sublime scores and finishing with a haul of 0-11. Westmeath: J McHugh 0-11 (8f), D O’Brien 0-3 (1f), A Henson 0-3, W Scahill 1-0, D Lough 0-1.
Source:Irish Independent
June 14, 2024 00:32 UTC
T20 World cup: A washout of US-Ireland match will knock Pak out
Pakistan next play Ireland on June 16 and Canada are up against India on June 15. If these games are washed out, Pakistan and Canada can only get to three points, meaning their campaign will end. However, if the rain lets up and they do play, and win, then they will equal the US - provided the US lose - on points, bringing net run rate into the equation.
Source:The Herald
June 13, 2024 22:37 UTC
Views sought on future use of former hotel
The former Royal Shannon HotelViews sought on future use of former hotelThe deadline for public views on possible future uses for the former Royal Shannon Hotel in Banagher is approaching. Offaly County Council has commissioned a conservation masterplan to refurbish and reactivate this significant heritage building in the heart of Banagher. It is strategically located adjacent to the marina which was the subject of the recently launched Banagher Marina and Environs Masterplan which will, it is hoped, act as a catalyst to drive regeneration in the area, sustain tourism and improve the social and economic development of Banagher. Offaly County Council is now seeking public views on the best end uses for the building. The public consultation period closes on Sunday, June 16.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 22:29 UTC
Billy Kelleher re-elected as MEP in Ireland South as battle on for final seats
By Gráinne Ní Aodha, PAFianna Fáil’s Billy Kelleher has been re-elected as an MEP, becoming Ireland’s sixth confirmed European parliamentarian. The Corkman celebrated with his staff at Nemo Rangers GAA Club in Cork. Ms Funchion’s place was further solidified after a surprising 4,000 votes from the Social Democrats’ Susan Doyle, and 11 per cent of Mr Blighe’s transfer votes. In the hunt behind Ms Funchion are Fianna Fáil’s Ms Ní Mhurchú and outgoing independent MEP Mick Wallace, whose fates are set to be decided by the expected elimination of Grace O’Sullivan after Mr Kelleher’s surplus is shared out. Mick Wallace at the count centre as counting continues at Nemo Rangers GAA club in Cork, Ireland, in the European elections (Brian Lawless/PA)Speaking on Wednesday evening, Ms O’Sullivan admitted that her chances of being re-elected were “slipping away”.
Source:The Herald
June 13, 2024 22:05 UTC
Herald: Letter to the editor (14 June 2024)
14 Jun 2024| 05:48am ISTLetter to the editor (14 June 2024)Fresh lease of life for Amaravati“Amaravati will be the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh,” new Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has thundered. Naidu knew that Hyderabad would cease to be the joint capital of both states in 10 years, i.e in 2024. Locals have claimed that the calf was electrocuted due to underground cabling. Underground cabling has been completed in several places across the state. Poor workmanship while laying the cable, external mechanical damage during digging, moisture, overloading among others, are the reasons for faults appearing in underground cabling.
Source:The Herald
June 13, 2024 20:05 UTC
Fact Check: Posts Say Kim Kardashian Flew to Paris from LA Just for Cheesecake. We Dig Into It
Fact Check: Posts Say Kim Kardashian Flew to Paris from LA Just for Cheesecake. Rating:Rating: MixtureWhat's True:In 2015, Kim Kardashian flew to Paris on a brief trip to indulge in her favorite foods, including a cheesecake from Hotel Costes. "[Eating] is my favorite thing to do when I'm in Paris," Kardashian told Talley. I don't like cheesecake and the cheesecake at Hotel Costes was … Oh, I'm so jealous that I'm not there right now. "Kim Kardashian Flew to Paris and Back for a Piece of Cheesecake."
Source:Daily Mirror
June 13, 2024 19:26 UTC
European Elections 2024: Final count ends as three well-known faces take seats in Midlands-Northwest
Ireland South elected Fine Gael’s Sean Kelly, independent Michael McNamara, Sinn Fein’s Kathleen Funchion as well as Fianna Fail’s Billy Kelleher and Cynthia Ni Mhurchu. Fianna Fail has emerged as the largest party in local government after all seats in Ireland’s local election were filled. The final three seats of Midlands-Northwest constituency have been filled by Fine Gael’s Maria Walsh, Nina Carberry and Independent Ireland candidate Ciaran Mullooly after the 21st count. Speaking to the media he expressed excitement at the “incredible results” in local elections of Mayo county council and the European elections. Four MEPs elected to represent Dublin in European Parliament“It is magnificent.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 19:22 UTC
Central Bank bans car loan commissions that rise when the borrower’s interest is higher
The Central Bank has written a so-called “Dear CEO” letter to firms involved in lending for car purchases to warn them that discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs) will be banned within weeks. The commission paid to the broker by the lender is then linked to the interest rate charged – so the higher rate the car buyer pays, the greater commission is paid to the broker. The Central Bank, whose governor is Gabriel Makhlouf, has now told the industry that it will effectively ban the practice in Ireland from this summer. It was sent by Wesley Murphy, head of consumer protection supervision: credit and lending, at the Central Bank of Ireland. The outcome of this review is to be provided to the Central Bank, by September 30 this year.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 19:06 UTC
Garda investigation underway following discovery of body in Edenderry
Garda investigation underway following discovery of body in EdenderryGardaí are investigating all the circumstances of the discovery of a body in Edenderry yesterday morning (Wednesday.). The body of the male was recovered from The Grand Canal in Edenderry. The man’s body has since been removed from the scene to the mortuary at Midland Regional Hospital, Tullamore. No further information is available at this time.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 16:57 UTC
David Dooley back doing what he loves after ‘blunt’ Leinster rugby release
David Dooley started playing rugby with Tullamore and finished with Leinster. He watched the outhalf progress to the Leinster senior side while he left that world behind and went back to hurling. “I always said that if I wasn't playing at the top level, I wouldn't play at all because it is just so taxing on the body. Even looking at the Leinster Championship this year, there were big results there for Carlow against Kilkenny and Antrim against Wexford. We're playing Wexford at home in Portlaoise.
Source:Irish Examiner
June 13, 2024 15:42 UTC
Happy Days star Henry Winkler thanks Dublin firefighters after blaze at Shelbourne Hotel
Happy Days star Henry Winkler thanks Dublin firefighters after blaze at Shelbourne HotelBy Charlotte McLaughlin, PA Senior Entertainment ReporterHappy Days star Henry Winkler has thanked Dublin firefighters following a blaze at his five-star hotel. The 78-year-old American actor, known for playing Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli on the US sitcom, was staying at the prestigious Shelbourne Hotel when he was evacuated alongside other guests. On Twitter/X, he posted a picture alongside three fireman from Dublin Fire Brigade following emergency services attending the incident in the early morning on Wednesday. So I called downstairs and the woman said in a very calm voice ‘Yes, we’re all evacuating, you must evacuate right now’ and I left.”When asked about thanking the emergency services, Winkler said: “You know what, how wonderful are firemen? The five-star hotel on St Stephen’s Green saw six fire engines, including a turntable ladder and emergency tender, attend the scene.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 14:56 UTC
Offaly Sports Partnership launches teen summer programme
Pictured at the Launch of Offaly Sports Partnership 2024 Summer Programme were (L-R) Eamonn Larkin, Ballycumber Activity Centre, Cllr Robert McDermott, Chair of Offaly Sports Partnership, Denise Coghill, Community Sports Development Officer with Offaly Sports Partnership and Dermot Horan, Ballycumber Activity Centre. Offaly Sports Partnership launches teen summer programmeOffaly Sports Partnership has launched its upcoming summer programme, aimed specifically at teenagers but also hosting a range of activities for children from seven years up. All activities will centre around Offaly Sports Partnership’s new Community Sports Hub located in Ballycumber Activity Centre. Denise paid tribute to the Ballycumber Activity Centre committee who spearheaded the development of the facility for the benefit of the local and wider community. Follow Offaly Sports Partnership and Offaly County Council on social media to get further details about activities on offer during this week.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 14:50 UTC
Boxer is back with a bang!
Kevin 'Boxer' Moran celebrates his election to Westmeath County Council with family and supporters. Boxer is back with a bang! The local election race in Athlone created waves nationally over the weekend, when Kevin 'Boxer' Moran made a spectacular return to politics by taking the largest vote share of any council candidate in Ireland. 'Boxer' swept to victory with an amazing 3,782 first preference votes, or 39.6% of all of the valid ballots in the Athlone electoral area. Both he and his colleague, Aengus O'Rourke, were elected on the second count, with O'Rourke taking the lion's share of Boxer's surplus.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 14:01 UTC