Rory McIlroy set for Augusta trip after this week's Genesis invitational
Masters champion Rory McIlroy is heading back to Augusta next week but will first look to continue to "shake off the rust" at The Genesis Invitational. "I'm going to go up there and play with the chairman next week actually," said the world number two, whose previous return to Augusta was for some promotional work. But while next week's trip will be relatively informal in its nature, this week's second Signature Event of the season offers the chance to sharpen his competitive edge. The Riviera Country Club is a more forgiving course and the world number two is looking to take advantage. "I learned quite a bit about my game last week, played well for a lot of it.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 18, 2026 21:47 UTC
Gordon Ramsay finally unveils the renovations to his £7.5M London mansion in new Netflix series after two years of planning rows
Gordon Ramsay has shared a glimpse of the vast renovations he's made to his £7.5 million mansion in London after months of planning rows. Gordon and Tana were previously forced to vacate their home in 2022 while extensive renovations were made. He won permission to undertake extensive renovations to his London pad in 2021 and permission for steel gates was included at the time. As well as altering the entry and basement levels of his property, Gordon has also refurbished the second floor of his home and adding a new wall and garage. Gordon previously won planning permission to erect two super-trendy 'igloos' at his London home.
Source:Daily Mail
February 18, 2026 21:39 UTC
Employees of coach and bus operator to own company after nearly five decades
Employees of coach and bus operator to own company after nearly five decadesThe firm says clients can expect the same level of service following the moveView 2 Images PC Coaches operates across the UK and mainland Europe. (Image: P C Coaches of Lincoln Ltd)Staff at a longstanding coach company that runs trips from Grimsby, Louth, Horncastle and Lincoln are to become owners of their employer. The firm says clients can expect the same level of service following the move, which means 180 staff take charge of the company. Under the structure all future employees will also hold a controlling interest in the company, which the firm says promotes long term stability, independence and investment. It protects the independence of the company, preserves our values, and ensures the business remains in safe hands for the future."
Source:Daily Mirror
February 18, 2026 21:23 UTC
Two North Staffordshire women arrested in major fraud investigation
Two North Staffordshire women arrested in major fraud investigationStaffordshire Police are working with the Charity Commission as part of the long-running investigationView Image Police have made two arrests (stock image) (Image: Nottingham Post)Police have arrested two women as part of a major long-running fraud investigation. A 44-year-old woman, from Stone, was detained on Valentine's Day (February 14) on suspicion of fraud by abuse of position, fraud by false representation and money laundering, following a report of alleged business fraud. And a 68-year-old woman, from Stoke-on-Trent, was also arrested on Sunday (February 15) on suspicion of fraud by abuse of position. A Staffordshire Police spokesman said: "Officers are working closely with the Charity Commission as part of the investigation, which remains at an early stage. Article continues belowEnsure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search
Source:Daily Mirror
February 18, 2026 21:08 UTC
Irish MEPs call on Europe to tackle Shein's 'empire of addiction'
Europe must act swiftly to tackle the “empire of addiction” created by Chinese online retailer Shein, Irish MEPs have said, after the European Commission launched a major investigation into the platform. Ireland’s regulator Coimisiún na Meán, which has also written to Shein to outline its concerns on protections for minors, is assisting with the European investigation. It comes after French authorities threatened to suspend Shein over the sale of child-like sex dolls late last year. Labour MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin urged swift action to protect children from illegal products and addictive algorithm design. Shein said it takes its obligations both in Ireland and Europe seriously and took action last year after issues were identified.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 18, 2026 21:00 UTC
Newcastle stars Anthony Gordon and Kieran Trippier have to be separated by team-mates in bizarre clash as players walked off the pitch with Toon WINNING 5-0 in Champions League play-off
Newcastle's stunning first half against Qarabag was slightly soured by an apparent row between captain Kieran Trippier and four-goal hero Anthony Gordon. The Premier League side produced a flawless opening 45 minutes in their Champions League play-off first leg to lead 5-0 courtesy of Gordon's four goals and Malick Thiaw's effort. The 24-year-old is now second in the Champions League top-scorers list with 10 goals, only behind Kylian Mbappe, who has 13 goals. Only Haaland, Messi and Adriano have scored five in one Champions League game, with the Barcelona legend's coming against Bayer Leverkusen in March 2012. Gordon's goals also saw him surpass Alan Shearer's Champions League record of seven during the legend's time at St James' Park.
Source:Daily Mail
February 18, 2026 20:59 UTC
Liverpool ONE building could be destroyed as 15-year-old business closes
Liverpool ONE building could be destroyed as 15-year-old business closesThe city centre business saw people camping overnight for the opening in 2011View 3 Images Chinese lanterns line Paradise Street in Liverpool ONE (Image: Colin Lane/Liverpool Echo)A planning application, lodged with Liverpool City Council, proposes the destruction of a long-standing Liverpool ONE building in order to make way for a larger premises. Plans include the creation of a new kiosk in its stead, which would house an American coffee chain's first Liverpool site. The building in question is the Paradise Street kiosk which has housed doughnut business Krispy Kreme for almost 15 years. View 3 Images Liverpool ONE Paradise Street kiosk (Image: Christopher Megrath)The proposed new building would avoid conflict with street trees and irrigation zones while accounting to nearby lamp posts. View 3 Images Landsec planning application on Liverpool ONE's Paradise Street kiosk (Image: Landsec)Blank Street Coffee started as a coffee cart in the garden of a Brooklyn diner in 2020.
Source:Daily Mirror
February 18, 2026 20:19 UTC
Liverpool urged to sign Premier League star tipped to 'complete' squad as Mo Salah successor
A move to the Premier League appeared on the cards at one stage, with Rodrygo struggling for regular playing time under then-Real boss Xabi Alonso. I think Jarrod Bowen would do very well for Liverpool. "Jarrod Bowen would absolutely go to Liverpool and be a real threat for them from the right on that side. View 2 Images Mohamed Salah joined Liverpool in the summer of 2017 (Image: Paul Currie/Shutterstock)"Mo's best days are behind him and they've got to replace him." He's netted merely four Premier League goals in 16 matches, alongside two more in seven Champions League outings, a marked decrease from his customary standards.
Source:Daily Mirror
February 18, 2026 20:18 UTC
Katherine Ryan's little-known history with her ex after claiming he 'breadcrumbs' their daughter Violet, 16, and 'never pays for anything'
She purposely tried to get pregnant after being diagnosed with lupus and thinking she would 'never split up' with Violet's father. After relocating in the hope to both build their careers in comedy, her relationship with Violet's father ended just two years after she gave birth. The term 'deadbeat dad' is a pejorative term referring to fathers who do not fulfill their financial, legal, or emotional parental responsibilities. 'Whenever women want to air their dirty laundry about their deadbeat dad I'm like "oh my gosh babe what you don't realise is he doesn't know he is a deadbeat dad. 'I love, love, love, love everything about a deadbeat dad, my favourite dads!'
Source:Daily Mail
February 18, 2026 20:18 UTC
World Cup chaos in Foxborough as town threatens to CANCEL matches at Gillette Stadium
Foxborough has threatened to pull the plug on World Cup matches taking place at Gillette Stadium if it does not receive vital security funding. The Massachusetts town is scheduled to host seven fixtures in the major soccer tournament, including a quarterfinal, at its 64,628-seater stadium this summer. Town officials have stressed that they can't afford to front the seven-figure fee and wait to be reimbursed, meaning the arena is still lacking major safety equipment ahead of the World Cup. Everyone thinks we have a football stadium in this town, but with that being said we're a small town. Last month, the Foxborough Police Department, Massachusetts State Police and Boston Police were awarded a collective $11million in grant funding to protect against 'malicious drone activity' during World Cup matches and American 250 events.
Source:Daily Mail
February 18, 2026 20:10 UTC
'Calm down! Just breathe!' Incredible new footage shows moment avalanche blasts Brits as they queue for ski lift alongside terrified children and other UK tourists
On the footage, urgent cries of 'calm down' can be heard, while a man repeatedly says: 'Get down'. Children can be heard crying in panic as Ms Halford tells them to remain calm and 'just breathe' as the crowd waited for the snow to pass over. 'And then all of a sudden, the cloud, the snow from the aftermath of the avalanche was just getting closer and closer. The ski lift had paused obviously because of all of the snow that had come over us.' The majority of fatal winter sports accidents in France, Switzerland, Austria and Italy occur off-piste rather than on secured runs.
Source:Daily Mail
February 18, 2026 20:09 UTC
Anthony Gordon makes Champions League history with 33-MINUTE hat-trick - before adding a fourth on stroke of half-time - as Newcastle run riot against minnows Qarabag
Anthony Gordon lit up the Champions League on Wednesday night with a sensational four goals - including a hat-trick inside 33 minutes - in the first-half for Newcastle away to Qarabag. Gordon is now second in the Champions League top-scorers list, only behind Kylian Mbappe, who has 13 goals. The hat-trick was a career first for Gordon and his fourth strike made him just the second player in the Champions League to have bagged four in the first-half of a Champions League game. Only Haaland, Messi and Adriano have scored five in one Champions League game, with the Barcelona legend's coming against Bayer Leverkusen in March 2012. Gordon's goals also saw him surpass Alan Shearer's Champions League record of seven during the legend's time at St James' Park.
Source:Daily Mail
February 18, 2026 20:06 UTC
Friendly Hull salon celebrates 26 years with beautiful refurbishment
Friendly Hull salon celebrates 26 years with beautiful refurbishment"We pride ourselves on making people feel welcome"View Image Experience Hair Salon owner Debbie Morrell with senior stylists Chelsea and Daniella (Image: Lyn Clark)An East Hull salon which serves multiple generations of customers recently celebrated its 26th anniversary with a makeover. Debbie Morrell, 54, opened Experience Salon on February 1 at the start of the millennium. The salon, in Marfleet Lane, Hull, has such a long history with some clients, through life's ups and downs, that they "become an integral part of the family", Debbie said. "So we really pride ourselves on making people feel as welcome as possible, and just trying to be as ordinary as possible." She said customers "absolutely love" the updated salon and are "as excited as we are walking through the door".
Source:Daily Mirror
February 18, 2026 20:06 UTC
Toby Carvery thanks staff as it closes its Lincoln restaurant
Toby Carvery thanks staff as it closes its Lincoln restaurantThe site on St Mark's Square is set to shut its doorsView Image Toby Carvery, 11 Marks Street, Lincoln, LN5 7BD (Image: Lincolnshire Echo/James Turner)A restaurant chain has announced it will be closing its doors in Lincoln city centre. The Toby Carvery location on St Mark's Square is set to close later this month. The business will continue trading in Lincoln until 12pm on Saturday, February 28, and will only be open for breakfast on its final day. Article continues below"Our team are working hard to maintain the level of service you expect under the current circumstances. "A special thank you to our team for all their hard work throughout the years and especially at this current time.
Source:Daily Mirror
February 18, 2026 20:05 UTC
Ikea's wellbeing pro shares the secret to successful home rituals
Here, the author sheds some light on why home rituals matter and how to improve your wellness routine. ‘What is it I need to do in order for this to be a ritual, and for it to be effective? '”“Thirdly, which is why the home is such an important part of supporting rituals, they need the right environment and boundaries. Or it might be an existing domestic routine you have, but reframe it as a ritual," she says. The best thing is to think about the daily running of your day, rather than "I’ve got to add routine, got to add rituals", adds McCrory.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 18, 2026 20:03 UTC