‘Full and frank disclosure from the UN must be a right’ – family of Private Seán Rooney say narrative around his death is harmfulSoldier was killed while on duty in Lebanon in December 2022Private Seán Rooney was killed in Lebanon in December 2022Catherine Fegan Today at 15:32The family of an Irish soldier killed on a UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon have described suggestions that he “took a wrong turn” on the day he died as harmful.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 19:10 UTC
Tomas DohertyElectricity consumption by data centres increased by 20 per cent in just one year, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office. Data centres used up a greater share of electricity consumption than urban homes in the Republic last year, the figures show. The overall share of metered electricity consumed by data centres has more than quadrupled in just eight years, from 5 per cent in 2015 to 21 per cent last year. By comparison, urban households used 18 per cent of metered electricity in 2023 and rural households used 10 per cent. Eirgrid, the State's electricity grid operator, has said that electricity usage by data centres could rise to between 23 per cent and 30 per cent of overall consumption by the end of this decade.
Source:The Herald
July 23, 2024 18:17 UTC
She added her support for Ms Harris was “official, personal and political”. Mr Biden endorsed Ms Harris shortly after announcing his decision to withdraw from the election on Sunday. But he called on Democrats to hold a “mini primary” to find “the strongest candidate” rather than immediately rallying behind Ms Harris. Ms Harris said she was “honoured” to have his endorsement and she intended to “earn and win this nomination”. Washington is rife with speculation over who Ms Harris might select as her running mate if she secures the nomination.
Source:The Irish Times
July 23, 2024 17:05 UTC
Patricia Fort of Glasgow writes: "Geoff Ellis makes some very good points, so let's consider all the things that have been talked about for public transport, particularly in the Glasgow area. "We've had the bus link to the new Southern General, ie the QEUH, built but it's a shadow of what we were led to expect. "There's the relatively new Riverside Museum, replacing the old Transport Museums, first at the old tram depot, next to Pollokshaws East railway station and then at Kelvinhall, on a bus route. Likewise, what's happened to the rail link from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Airport? "Recently there has been a big push to get our bus services back into public management, but it's all gone very quiet.
Source:The Herald
July 23, 2024 17:01 UTC
Tributes paid to Irish cyclist who died in accident in FranceDavid Young, PATributes have been paid to an Irish man who died in a cycling accident in France. Mr Kieran was a long-time member of both Cycling Ireland and the Orwell Wheelers cycling club, which is based in Dundrum in south Dublin. Cycling Ireland chief executive officer James Quilligan extended his sympathies to the Kieran family. “On behalf of Cycling Ireland and the wider cycling community, we would like to express our condolences to Niall’s family and friends,” he said. “Niall and his father Gerry were cycling in France,” he said in a statement.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 15:18 UTC
Troy confirmed as Westmeath FF general election candidateAs expected, the Fianna Fail organisation in Westmeath has confirmed the selection sitting TD, Robert Troy, as their sole candidate in the county for the next general election. Deputy Troy was unopposed when his name was put forward at the party's selection convention in Bloomfield House Hotel, Mullingar last night (Monday). Athlone-based party councillor, Aengus O'Rourke, had put his name forward for the Westmeath convention, but withdrew it when party headquarters decided to opt for a two-candidate strategy. Robert Troy, who is a native of Ballynacargy, has represented the people of Longford- Westmeath since his election to Dáil Éireann on his first attempt in 2011. He successfully retained his seat for the party in both the 2016 and 2020 general elections.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 13:27 UTC
BBC to publish annual report amid Strictly Come Dancing controversyBy Laura Harding, Deputy Entertainment EditorThe BBC will publish its annual report on Tuesday, amid controversy about the culture and treatment of contestants on Strictly Come Dancing. On Monday, former contestant Will Bayley said he suffered serious injury while performing a jump in rehearsals for the programme, and has claimed there was “no duty of care”. Photo by Lia TobyHis torn knee ligaments forced him to pull out of the series in 2019. Graziano Di Prima has left the show after allegations about his treatment of Love Island star McDermott. On July 16 the BBC said it would introduce measures to “strengthen welfare and support” on the show, including a chaperone who will be present “at all times” during training room rehearsals.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 13:25 UTC
Taylor Swift ‘blown away’ at chart success of The Tortured Poets DepartmentBy Hannah Roberts, PA Entertainment ReporterTaylor Swift has said she is “completely blown away” at the chart success of her album The Tortured Poets Department. The US pop star’s chart-topping 11th original studio album was released in April and has subsequently spent eight non-consecutive weeks at the top of the UK albums chart. The record has also spent 12 consecutive weeks at the top of Billboard’s US albums chart and Swift said this has “never happened to an album of mine before”. The Tortured Poets Department also saw the biggest opening week of any artist since Ed Sheeran’s Divide in 2017. Swift will be returning to the capital in August for five gigs at Wembley Stadium.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 11:23 UTC
Tang shock last year's finalistsIn what was the shock of the opening round, Tang defeated last year's finalists Coralstown/Kinnegad (1-5 to 0-6) in the Westmeath senior football championship at Hogan Park, Moate on Sunday evening. A late goal by Tang defender Eoghan Bannon swung a low-scoring encounter in his side's favour. Jordan Warde scored the Shamrocks' goal while former tennis professional Simon Carr (son of Tommy Carr) netted for Shandonagh. SFC Round 2 fixtures:Section A: Caulry vs Athlone; Coralstown/Kinnegad vs Tyrrellspass; St Loman’s vs Tang. Section B: Killucan vs Shandonagh; The Downs vs St Malachy’s; Mullingar Shamrocks vs Moate All Whites.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 10:57 UTC
Caramac production was stopped by Nestlé in November 2023, who said a "steady decline in its sales" was the reason behind it. We're bringing back an ✨ icon ✨ for a limited time only... #Caramac available NOW in stores nationwide while stocks last! The classic Caramac bar will be back in shops from Tuesday, July 23 and will be available whilst stocks last. Some people were happy to see its return, with one person on X (formerly known as Twitter) posting: "Excellent news, love a Caramac". Recommended reading:Back in January this year Caramac bars briefly appeared in B&M, who were selling a multipack of three bars for £1.25, which caused a bit of excitement among shoppers.
Source:The Herald
July 23, 2024 09:58 UTC
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Source:The Herald
July 23, 2024 09:00 UTC
Pep Guardiola says Kevin De Bruyne ‘isn’t leaving’ Manchester City this seasonBy PA Sport StaffPep Guardiola has said Kevin De Bruyne “isn’t leaving” Manchester City this season, despite reports linking the playmaker with a move to Saudi Arabia. However, speaking ahead of Manchester City’s friendly against Celtic in North Carolina, Manchester City manager Guardiola told reporters the 33-year-old “isn’t leaving”. Kevin De Bruyne poses for a photo with wife Michele Lacroix, their children and the Premier League trophy. Photo by Martin Rickett“If someone leaves, we’re going to talk about that,” he said. De Bruyne joined City in 2015.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 06:42 UTC
The protest action was carried out on the Phibsboro Road over the weekend using non-permanent materialsFake parking spaces were marked out to highlight illegal parking on footpathsA community group in Dublin painted fake car parking spaces along Phibsboro Road over the weekend to highlight the ongoing issue of illegal parking on footpaths in the area. By sharing footage of the fake parking spaces, created with non-permanent paint and chalk, they showcased the number of vehicles parked in these areas. “Illegal parking isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a misuse of public space that affects everyone, from pedestrians to buses,” he said. “It’s not about punishing drivers; it’s about maintaining the integrity of public spaces and ensuring everyone can use them safely. I Bike Dublin is also calling for the citywide return of parking wardens to ensure that people are discouraged from illegal parking.
Source:Irish Independent
July 23, 2024 04:45 UTC