Marcus Rashford plans to ‘reset mentally after challenging season’
Marcus Rashford plans to ‘reset mentally after challenging season’By PA Sport StaffMarcus Rashford is planning to take some time to reset mentally after acknowledging he has endured a “challenging season”. And as he announced his decision to step away from his social media accounts for a few weeks, Rashford – who last month said “enough is enough” after receiving online abuse – responded again to his critics. I plan to rest and reset mentally after a challenging season individually and collectively. In a statement on Instagram, he said: “It’s with great emotion that I write to you today to say goodbye. After nine incredible years at the club, the time has come for me to turn a new page in my career.
Source:Irish Independent
May 28, 2024 09:13 UTC
Boohoo facing shareholder revolt on bosses' bonuses after tumbling to a £160m loss
Bad look: Boohoo is facing a shareholder revolt over bosses' bonusesBoohoo is facing a shareholder revolt over plans to pay bosses bonuses despite losses. The fast fashion giant has been blasted after the £1million payouts were outlined in its yearly report despite missed financial targets. Several shareholders are planning to vote against proposals to hand co-founders Mahmud Kamani and Carol Kane and CEO John Lyttle bonuses at Boohoo’s annual general meeting next month,The Sunday Times reported. It comes after Boohoo revenue tumbled 17 per cent in its latest financial year, and it reported a loss of nearly £160million.
Source:Daily Mail
May 28, 2024 08:54 UTC
Hugo Keenan included in Ireland sevens squad
Hugo Keenan included in Ireland sevens squadMichael BoltonLeinster and Ireland full-back Hugo Keenan has been selected for the Ireland sevens side for this weekend's tournament in Madrid. Keenan, who has previously played sevens rugby, has been selected with the Olympics in France on the horizon. He is likely to now miss Leinster's URC play-off run, and the Ireland tour to South Africa in July. Should Keenan miss the South Africa tour, it will cause further selection issues for Andy Farrell, with Connacht winger Mack Hansen not ready to come back from injury. Hansen has not played for Connacht since their win over Munster on New Year's Day against Munster.
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 23:48 UTC
Arrest made after man dies following alleged assault in Kerry
Arrest made after man dies following alleged assault in KerryMuireann DuffyGardáí have launched an investigation after a man died following an alleged fatal assault in Co Kerry overnight. The incident happened shortly after 12.30am on Monday in the Knockanure village area. A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently detained under section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in Kerry. A senior investigating officer has been appointed to lead the inquiry, and an incident room has been established at Listowel Garda station. Those with information can contact Listowel Garda station on 068-508 20, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666 111 or any Garda station.
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 20:17 UTC
Speed a major concern on Old Tuam Road – Cllr Naughten
Cllr John Naughten. Speed a major concern on Old Tuam Road – Cllr NaughtenCllr John Naughten has expressed concern regarding speeding vehicles on the Old Tuam Road in Monksland and has proposed additional speed tables to address the problem. “I have been contacted by a number of residents who have ongoing concerns in relation to speeding at this location,” said Cllr Naughten. “I will be requesting that Roscommon County Council installs additional speed tables along the Old Tuam Road. “This is primarily a residential area and a residential road yet there continues to be significant issues with vehicles travelling over the speed limit particularly during the busy morning and evening rush hour periods.”
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 18:29 UTC
Jos Buttler set to miss England's third T20 match with Pakistan in Cardiff as he awaits birth of his third child, with Moeen Ali poised to take over as captain
Jos Buttler is set to miss Tuesday's third T20 against Pakistan in Cardiff as he awaits the birth of his third child. England's white-ball captain went home after Saturday's 23-run win at Edgbaston, and hopes to rejoin the squad in time for the series finale at The Oval on Thursday. England fly to Barbados on Friday to defend their T20 World Cup title. It will be the 14th time he has led England in a white-ball international. Ben Duckett is also in England's 15-man squad, while Jonny Bairstow has opened in 20 of his 65 T20 international innings.
Source:Daily Mail
May 27, 2024 17:29 UTC
‘Garfield’ Beats ‘Furiosa’ In Worst Memorial Day Box Office Sales
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Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 17:09 UTC
More than half cannot afford cost of their healthcare – report
More than half cannot afford cost of their healthcare – reportMichael BoltonMore than half of Irish adults cannot afford their personal healthcare needs, a new study has revealed. The My Healthcare, My Future report revealed insights into public perceptions of healthcare in the State. Just over half (51 per cent) of the population said they currently have health insurance, down 4 per cent since 2021. When it came to physical health, 79 per cent of adults said it was of importance, compared to 66 per cent of adults between 18 and 25. "To help meet these perceptions, I believe more can be done to reduce the cost barriers and bring healthcare directly to younger people so that the solution is on their doorstep."
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 15:59 UTC
Dozens of accommodation centres for Ukrainian refugees set to close
By Cate McCurry, PADozens of accommodation centres for Ukrainian refugees are set to close, the Taoiseach has said. Almost 70 contracts for Ukrainian refugee accommodation will expire “shortly”, according to Simon Harris. Dozens of accommodation centres for Ukrainian refugees are set to close, the Taoiseach has said. “If you do that you’re going to completely lose the people in this country, you’re going to see a breakdown in social cohesion. The Government has already reduced the social welfare payments for Ukrainian refugees who arrived after March from the job seekers’ rate of €232 to €38.80 per week.
Source:The Herald
May 27, 2024 15:07 UTC
Muddled No 10 picture, poor attack and refusal to take points – strategic errors cost Leinster the ultimate prize
Had the Leinster bus passed him at that very moment, Leo Cullen might have listened to what he had to say. They’d lost belief in the Leinster way that had been built by Michael Cheika and finessed by Joe Schmidt, Stuart Lancaster and Johnny Sexton. An innovator who challenged the way Leinster thought, popular, charismatic and a double World Cup winner; there was reason to invest heavily in his project. But what will gall Leinster fans the most about this loss is the price their attack has paid for those defensive advances. By next season, they’ll have added RG Snyman and Jordie Barrett to their ranks and Tyler Bleyendaal will be running their attack.
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 14:40 UTC
State of emergency in New Caledonia to be lifted: presidency
The state of emergency in New Caledonia that was imposed to quell deadly rioting will be lifted, the French presidency said, adding 480 gendarmes were being sent to the Pacific territory as reinforcements. Seven people have been killed in New Caledonia since riots over planned voting reforms erupted on May 13. In total, around 3,500 troops have been deployed to the archipelago, where two gendarmes died during the riots over planned voting reforms. Macron pledged during his lightning trip to New Caledonia that the planned voting reforms "will not be forced through". The FLNKS party reiterated on Saturday its demand for the withdrawal of the voting reforms after meeting with Macron.
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 14:29 UTC
Semple Stadium to host Munster final between Limerick and Clare
Michael BoltonSemple Stadium has been chosen as the venue for the Munster hurling final between Limerick and Clare. After wins for both counties over the weekend, they will once again meet in the provincial decider, with Limerick defeating Clare in the opening round of the Munster championship. The final will take place on Sunday June 9th, the third Munster final in a row between the sides. Dublin's win over Galway and Kilkenny's win over Wexford means Wexford will be in the preliminary quarter-final, with Galway's season over. The winners of the provincial final will go straight to the All-Ireland semi-finals, with the runners-up to the quarter-finals.
Source:The Herald
May 27, 2024 14:03 UTC
Jonny Evans hopes Man Utd do not sack Erik ten Hag after FA Cup glory
Jonny Evans hopes Man Utd do not sack Erik ten Hag after FA Cup gloryBy Simon Peach, PA Chief Football WriterJonny Evans hopes Manchester United do not sack Erik ten Hag as the club consider the manager’s future following Saturday’s shock FA Cup final win against Manchester City. But there was no sign of distraction under the arch as Ten Hag’s side shocked neighbours City, with Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo scoring in a 2-1 win that sealed FA Cup glory. “Obviously, the league position wasn’t great, but to be able to win the FA Cup is incredible.”Asked how the FA Cup win ranked among his career achievements, Evans said: “Incredible. The 19-year-old duo shone in the club’s FA Youth Cup triumph two years ago and were basking in the afterglow of goals in an FA Cup win. “Hopefully on the back of today, a bit of belief, winning the FA Cup.
Source:Irish Independent
May 27, 2024 13:59 UTC
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Musk’s xAI raises $6bn in bid to challenge OpenAI
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence start-up xAI has closed a $6 billion (€5.5 billion) funding round at a valuation of $18 billion, as investor fervour for new challengers to OpenAI continues unabated. Measured by capital raised, xAI now ranks alongside Anthropic, which has raised more than $8 billion since it was established in 2021. The deal gives xAI a so-called post-money valuation of $24 billion once the new investment is taken into account. During its fundraising, backers of Musk’s other ventures, including X and SpaceX, were given first refusal to back xAI, people familiar with the talks told the Financial Times last week. At the time, Musk said in a post on X: “xAI is not raising capital and I have had no conversations with anyone in this regard.” --Copyright The Financial Times Limited 2024
Source:The Irish Times
May 27, 2024 13:57 UTC
EU and Israel in war of words as ties nosedive ahead of Spain, Ireland recognizing Palestinian state
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Source:The Herald
May 27, 2024 10:22 UTC