Counting to resume as Government tries to dampen general election speculation
David Young, PACounting will resume in the local and European elections later, with the first winning candidates in the European election poll set to be declared. Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and the Greens will undoubtedly be at least considering the option of calling an earlier-than-expected general election after performing better than many pollsters had predicted. Counting in the European election began on Sunday and only one of the three constituencies – Dublin – has completed its first count. The third election last Friday saw voters in Limerick given the opportunity to select what will be the State’s first directly elected mayor. Counting in the Limerick mayoral contest will begin on Monday, with tallies indicating that independent candidate John Moran is in the lead.
Source:The Herald
June 10, 2024 08:36 UTC
History-maker Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev in epic French Open final
History-maker Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev in epic French Open finalBy Andy Sims, PA, ParisCarlos Alcaraz made history and gained a measure of Spanish revenge by beating Alexander Zverev in five sets to win a first French Open title. Fourth seed Zverev had sent old warrior Nadal out on his shield for probably the last time in the first round. But Alcaraz was suddenly missing more often than his opponent and Zverev reeled off five games, saving a break point at 6-5, to move ahead. A tired service game from Zverev, who has spent almost 24 hours on court this fortnight, gave Alcaraz the early advantage. ‘Carlos, Carlos’ chanted the crowd on Philippe Chatrier in scenes usually only reserved for 14-time winner Nadal.
Source:Irish Independent
June 10, 2024 06:32 UTC
Zverev Expresses Disappointment with Large-Scale Outcome
Alexander Zverev suffers his second career Grand Slam loss at the French Open. He had lost 3:6, 6:2, 7:5, 1:6, 2:6 - his second Grand Slam final in his career. While Zverev may have regretted the umpire's decision, he also acknowledged the humanity of the officials. _sb_list_style: ordered_sb_html:Alexander Zverev loses his second Grand Slam final. These past few seasons, I've been playing some of the worst tennis since 2015, 2016," he said just before the French Open last year.
Source:Daily Mail
June 10, 2024 05:44 UTC
It will take ‘a miracle’ to finish first count in Ireland South by Sunday night
Irish deputy premier Micheal Martin said that it was making for a “really fascinating contest” for the three final seats in Ireland South. As the ballot papers are quite long, an initial “sub-sort” took place at Nemo Rangers count centre in Co Cork on Sunday. But despite having the same number of candidates and count staff as last year, it was “unlikely” that the first count would be complete on Sunday. There were five MEPs elected to the Ireland South constituency in 2019: Mr Kelly and Deirdre Clune for Fine Gael, Mr Kelleher for Fianna Fail, Ms O’Sullivan and Mr Wallace of Independents4Change. Of the 23 candidates in Ireland South, seven are independents and three are from new parties.
Source:The Herald
June 10, 2024 05:16 UTC
No candidates elected in second Roscommon LEA count
There was no candidate elected following the second count of the Roscommon LEA. No candidates have been eliminated in the count. No candidate reached the quota and Returning officer, Caitlin Conneely said that she would now distribute the surplus of Cllr Marty McDermott, 135 votes. Sitting Independent Councillor Anthony Waldron could perhaps meet the quota of 1,491 in the next count. Brennan (FF) 1198 +25 =1223Dineen (II) 1298 + 63 = 1361Finnegan (IP) 76 + 2 = 78Hester (GP) 151 + 3 = 154McConn (FG) 743 + 4 = 747Mcdonagh (SF) 659 + 25 = 684Scahill (FG) 1168 + 164 = 1332Slamen (IFP) 272 + 4 = 276Waldron (IND) 1390 + 72 = 1462
Source:The Herald
June 10, 2024 04:02 UTC
ELECTION GALLERY: Athlone and Moate areas of Westmeath
National SportsMax Verstappen wins thrilling Canadian GP from Lando Norris and George RussellPole-sitter Russell endured an incident-filled race but saw off Lewis Hamilton in the closing stages to claim Mercedes’ first podium of the year.
Source:Irish Independent
June 10, 2024 03:19 UTC
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June 09, 2024 23:46 UTC
Chinese firm Hikvision doubles CCTV sales in Britain
A Chinese CCTV firm whose equipment is banned by the Government from 'sensitive' sites more than doubled its sales to UK and Ireland customers last year. Annual results from Hikvision showed direct sales climbed from £14.7m in 2022 to £32.6m in 2023. The ban announced in 2022 by deputy PM Oliver Dowden applies to the use of the cameras at 'sensitive sites'. Looking ahead: Annual results from Hikvision showed direct sales climbed from £14.7m in 2022 to £32.6m in 2023The Government later made clear that this ban did not extend to all public sector sites. The company maintains it presents no threat to UK security.
Source:Daily Mail
June 09, 2024 23:41 UTC
Race for final seat in Athlone (Roscommon)
Race for final seat in Athlone (Roscommon)Whilst the poll-topping performance of Independent Cllr Emer Kelly was the main story of the Athlone Electoral Area of Roscommon County Council, there are still a lot of questions to answer as the count ticked on into Sunday tea time. The main issue to be resolved is the destination of the sixth and final seat, with Sinn Féin's Sam Brooks, Fianna Fáil's James Murray and Fine Gael Domnick Connolly the contenders. Already, Kelly, fellow independent Tony Ward and Fine Gael's John Naughten have been elected. Independent Laurence Fallon is likely to be elected in the third count, the results of which are due very shortly. It could be count seven or eight before we know the destination of that last seat.
Source:Irish Independent
June 09, 2024 22:32 UTC
India defends 119 in low-scoring thriller to beat Pakistan by 6 runs at T20 World Cup, Bumrah 3-14
Anderson, IN (46016)TodaySome clouds this evening will give way to mainly clear skies overnight. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph..TonightSome clouds this evening will give way to mainly clear skies overnight. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph.
Source:The Herald
June 09, 2024 20:31 UTC
John Naughten "delighted" with increase in vote as he's elected on first count
Councillor John Naughten with his wife Breda family, Deputy Denis Naughen, TD and supporters at the election count in the Hyde Centre last Sunday morning. John Naughten "delighted" with increase in vote as he's elected on first countJohn Naughten said he was "delighted" with the result he received in the Athlone local electoral area of Roscommon after he was elected in the first count with 1,750 votes. The newly re-elected Fine Gael councillor said that it was the second time that he had increased his vote. Mr Naughten believes that road infrastructure and road planning are some of the major issues in his electoral area. "The investment particularly in our rural roads, I think, needs to be increased to keep them up to an acceptable standard."
Source:Irish Independent
June 09, 2024 20:07 UTC
Naas elects Independent Ireland candidate but sticks with tried and tested | Kildare Nationalist
Naas voted the county’s first Independent Ireland candidate, but voters went with the tried and tested in the Naas Local Electoral Area (LEA). Social Democrats Bill Clear topped the poll in the Naas LEA with 1,973 votes. I’m quite honoured that people did trust me and gave me that many votes. “You are selling your work for the last five years rather than what you can do,” she said of campaigning this time. You pay the penalty when you live to be an older age and the people who support you.
Source:Irish Independent
June 09, 2024 18:11 UTC
Spain loss will help Northern Ireland’s learning curve – Conor Bradley
Spain loss will help Northern Ireland’s learning curve – Conor BradleyBy Ian Parker, PA, PalmaLiverpool star Conor Bradley believes Northern Ireland will learn from their 5-1 beating at the hands of Euro 2024-bound Spain as they look ahead to next year’s World Cup qualifiers. “We had a great start to the game,” Bradley said. “They are a world-class team and they will try and go and win the Euros and for us the game was a big learning curve. But Spain, who open their Euro 2024 campaign against Croatia next Saturday, would prove too strong for Michael O’Neill’s young side. “We knew before the game we weren’t going to have much of the ball,” Bradley said.
Source:Irish Independent
June 09, 2024 18:04 UTC
Man (30s) dies in suspected stabbing in Finglas
Man (30s) dies in suspected stabbing in FinglasJames CoxA man, aged in his 30s, has died in a suspected stabbing in Finglas, Dublin, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Shortly after 1am, gardaí and emergency services attended a residence in the Scribblestown area where a man in his 30s was found with serious injuries. A senior investigating officer has been appointed to lead the inquiry, and an incident room has been established at Finglas Garda Station. Additionally, a Garda family liaison officer has been assigned to keep the man's family informed of developments. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward, particularly those who were in the Scribblestown area between midnight and 1am.
Source:Irish Independent
June 09, 2024 17:54 UTC
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June 09, 2024 17:07 UTC