Emma Bunton shares a glimpse into her luxurious 50th birthday at Soho Farmhouse as she celebrates with the Spice Girls
Emma Bunton has shared a glimpse into her luxurious 50th birthday as she celebrated with the Spice Girls. Amid the recent social media storm with her estranged son Brooklyn, Victoria was one of the first to publicly wish Emma a Happy Birthday. She captioned the black and white picture: 'Happy Birthday @emmaleebunton, I love you so much!!' Geri also posted: 'Happy 50th birthday! Happy Birthday my love, I can’t wait to celebrate you!!!!
Source:Daily Mail
January 29, 2026 14:55 UTC
Major water main burst in Fairview affects up to 100,000 as road reopens but repairs continue
Fairview Road reopens after morning floodingCommuters take photos of flooding in Fairview on Thursday morningUisce Éireann is continuing to carry out urgent repairs to a major burst on a large water main at Edge’s Corner, Fairview Park. Flooding at the location has since receded and Fairview Road reopened to traffic at approximately 11am. Uisce Éireann said crews attended the scene promptly and worked alongside An Garda Síochána, Dublin Fire Brigade and specialist teams from Dublin City Council. Earlier today, the utility confirmed that crews had isolated the burst, with repair works continuing under difficult, water-logged ground conditions. Uisce Éireann is continuing to carry out urgent repairs to a major burst on a large water main at Edge’s Corner, Fairview Park.
Source:Irish Independent
January 29, 2026 14:53 UTC
The value of an early advisory valuation for vendors
Cormac Sheehy, Managing Director of Sheehy Meares Real Estate. The value of an early advisory valuation for vendorsFor many homeowners considering selling in 2026, the first conversation with an agent happens much later than it should. An early advisory valuation is not about committing to a sale. An advisory valuation also helps vendors avoid common pitfalls such as overpricing, underpricing or reacting to informal opinions that are not supported by market evidence. Sheehy Meares Real Estate was a KPMG Irish Independent Property Industry Excellence Awards Finalist – Small Agency Award 2025
Source:Irish Independent
January 29, 2026 14:51 UTC
€2.5bn scheme to fix 100,000 Celtic Tiger apartments must be ready by end of year, Government told
A scheme to address defects in around 100,000 Celtic Tiger era apartments must fully up and running by the end of the year – almost ten years after the problems were first identified - the Government will be advised.
Source:Irish Independent
January 29, 2026 14:36 UTC
'Jury is out' on Déise project, insists Jim Greene
Sunday represented Waterford’s heaviest beating, across spring and summer fare, in seven years. The starting line-up contained just six starters from Waterford's final championship outing of 2025, that also away to Cork. I was in a black depression 20 minutes into the match,” said former Waterford All-Star Jim Greene. “But if you go to the last 40 minutes of the match, Cork were only a point better than us. But some of that Ballygunner team have had a chance previously and didn't light up the park either.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 14:33 UTC
Limerick's Troy Studios secures multimillion-euro deal
Limerick's Troy Studios is set to attract major international TV shows to Ireland after signing a multimillion-euro deal. The 20% corporation tax credit would benefit reality TV shows such as The Traitors Ireland and the likes of Dancing with the Stars. Troy Studios is Ireland’s largest studio facility. Troy Studios managing director Elaine Geraghty said the deal firmly positioned Limerick and Ireland at the forefront of global television production. This investment in Troy Studio will allow us offer a world-class base for international production.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 14:32 UTC
Barry Keoghan reveals his Beatles makeover for the first time after signing up to play Ringo Starr in ambitious four film anthology as he attends the premiere of Crime 101
Barry Keoghan's latest red carpet appearance had Beatles fans twisting and shouting on Wednesday evening as the actor prepares to play Ringo Starr in an ambitious four-film anthology. Sony Pictures previously announced there will be four separate films about the legendary band, with British actor Harris Dickinson playing John Lennon, Paul Mescal as Sir Paul McCartney and Joseph Quinn portraying George Harrison. The project marks the first time Apple Corps Ltd and The Beatles – Sir Paul, Sir Ringo, and the families of Lennon and Harrison – have granted full life story and music rights for a scripted film. Ringo previously appeared to let slip that Saltburn star Keoghan had taken on the role. Keoghan recently admitted that he wasn't able to look Beatles legend Starr in the eye during their first meeting because he was so overcome with nerves.
Source:Daily Mail
January 29, 2026 14:14 UTC
Pedestrian and motorist killed in separate road collisions
A man in his 30s died following a single-vehicle collision in Co Monaghan yesterday evening. Anyone with information is asked to contact Monaghan Garda Station on (047) 77200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station. Pedestrian (70s) killed in LaoisMeanwhile, a pedestrian has died in a separate collision involving a car in Co Laois on Wednesday evening. The pedestrian, a man in his 70s, was taken to Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore, where he was later pronounced dead. Anyone with information is asked to contact Abbeyleix Garda Station on (057) 8730580, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 14:05 UTC
Two-year-old snooker prodigy pots two Guinness World Records with trick shots
A two-year-old snooker prodigy has secured multiple Guinness World Records by becoming the youngest person to perform two trick shots. The achievements make Jude officially the youngest person ever to perform both trick shots — and one of the youngest double record holders in Guinness World Records history. “But for him to achieve not just one, but two world records, it’s probably the pinnacle moment. Editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records, Craig Glenday, said: “Record-breaking has always belonged to everyone — regardless of age. We’re thrilled to welcome him into the Guinness World Records family.”
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 14:01 UTC
Work to commence on new homes on Cork's Airport Hill as part of €50m development
Part of a landbank on Cork City’s Airport Hill, which famously sold for €2.4m per acre at the height of the boom, is on course for the construction of 121 homes, within a €50m development. Contractors Noel Kelleher Tree Care & Site Clearance are on site, clearing trees. The sale included 7.23 acres on the left-hand side of Kinsale Rd/Airport Hill and 4.4 acres across the road. The developer is currently active on several sites in Cork City, including one on Dunbar St, off George’s Quay, where work on the construction of 14 apartments has just got under way. I’ve found Cork City Council brilliant to work with,” Mr McBarron added.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 14:01 UTC
Senegal coach banned, fined over Cup of Nations final fracas
The Confederation of African Football has suspended Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for five games and fined him $100,000 for "unsporting conduct" after he told his players to leave the pitch during the Cup of Nations final against Morocco. CAF also fined Senegal's federation $615,000 due to the team's conduct and the behaviour of their fans, while players Iliman Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr were suspended for two CAF games for unsporting behaviour towards the referee.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 13:54 UTC
Visit Cork targeting 10% increase in tourist numbers to region this year
Tourism now accounts for one in 10 jobs in Cork, and the industry is targeting a growth in visitor numbers to the region by up to 10% this year. Visit Cork is the official destination tourism marketing agency for Cork. Visit Cork confirmed it is actively targeting Canada as a priority market from 2026, alongside continued focus on the US, UK, Spain, France, and the Netherlands. Expansion of activity in Germany was also announced, with Visit Cork twinned with Tourism Ireland’s German market office for the rest of 2026. Cork Convention Bureau, a public private partnership which operates as part of Visit Cork to promote the city as a business tourism destination, said conference and business events have delivered approximately €150m to the Cork economy since 2007.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 13:50 UTC
Arne Slot urges Liverpool to take dominant European form into domestic campaign
Arne Slot urges Liverpool to take dominant European form into domestic campaignBy Carl Markham, Press AssociationLiverpool head coach Arne Slot was delighted to have qualified for the last 16 of the Champions League but even he admitted the 6-0 thrashing of Qarabag was unlikely to quell the noise surrounding their domestic form. But Slot knows if they cannot transfer that form to Saturday night’s visit of Newcastle then the scrutiny will not ease. But despite having a squad which is shrinking by the game Slot does not think there will be any late movement in the transfer window. “What we don’t want to have is a squad where we have four right-backs and 12 midfielders and three or four number nines. That’s not how it works over here so we have to do the smart things for the near future, but also for the longer future.
Source:Irish Independent
January 29, 2026 13:48 UTC
Mark O’Connor: Dingle emotion, Tom O’Sullivan’s best position, his future with Geelong
Mark O’Connor has come home to represent Dingle before, but it never felt as raw as this. The sense around the team was different this season; they could see the path to the summit. The Geelong AFL star previously played for his home club in 2018, without permission from his employer. That relationship blossomed to the extent that Geelong granted him permission to play through the Kerry county championship, Munster championship and All-Ireland series.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 29, 2026 13:44 UTC
Premier League sides handed warning after Champions League dominance talked up
It means that the Champions League is looking very England heavy with players and managers citing how the Premier League is indeed showing that it is the best league in the world. If all of the Premier League sides go out in the next round, we probably can't say that they have dominated. Will that still translate later in the competition when energy has been sapped by the relentless scheduling of Premier League sides? It's why Tottenham can finish fourth in the Champions League table, while sitting 14th in the Premier League. TV rights have generated enormous broadcast revenues for Premier League sides, with the income from that source dwarfing those of other countries.
Source:Daily Mirror
January 29, 2026 13:41 UTC