UL comfortably see off UCC to reach Fitzgibbon Cup semi-finals
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Source:Irish Examiner
January 28, 2026 23:30 UTC
Goalie glory! Benfica keeper scores in crazy finish against Real Madrid to snatch final Champions League playoff spot for Jose Mourinho's side
The five minutes of added time had already spilled over but the Estadio da Luz was in no hurry to empty. Trublin's goal knocked Madrid into the playoff spots, too, meaning Mourinho may once again face his old side come February. The game may have gone down in the history books even before Trubin's goal, such was the drama. But that would be the only time this Madrid team would lead the game, with Andreas Schjelderup's two goals and a penalty from Vangelis Pavlidis sending Benfica into a commanding lead. Mbappe responded with another, but with Mourinho's side needing that one goal, against his old team, there was always only going to be one outcome.
Source:Daily Mail
January 28, 2026 23:19 UTC
Ban on use of scramblers in public places being planned following teenager’s death
Photograph: Colin Keegan/CollinsA ban on the use of scramblers in public places is being planned by the Government as well as stricter regulations for e-scooters and e-bikes. In the wake of her death, Taoiseach Micheál Martin signalled the Government would seek to remove scrambler bikes from the roads. Sources briefed on proceedings said afterwards that an outright ban is being planned on scramblers in public places such as parks and roads. Dublin Senator Mary Fitzpatrick, who proposed the motion, argued strongly for a complete ban on scramblers from Irish roads. Party leader and Tánaiste Simon Harris outlined a number of actions being considered including the banning of scramblers in public places, as well as the immediate confiscation of scramblers, (which will not be returned to their owners).
Source:The Irish Times
January 28, 2026 23:12 UTC
More flooding on the way for saturated areas, with heavy rain forecast
Communities in the south and east of the State already hit by heavy flooding are bracing for more heavy rain over the coming days. A status yellow weather warning is due to take effect for Wexford, Wicklow, Waterford, Carlow, Dublin and Kilkenny, all counties already badly affected by flooding from Storm Chandra. Met Éireann is forecasting more rain on Friday with localised flooding in places where the ground is already saturated. There could be between 40mm and 50mm of rain on higher ground on the Wicklow and Blackstairs mountains with low-lying places getting between 25mm and 35mm of rain. National Emergency Co-ordination Group director Keith Leonard said immediate needs repayments would be made to those affected by flooding.
Source:The Irish Times
January 28, 2026 23:01 UTC
Bundee Aki’s hope for a World Cup finale hang in the balance after four-week suspension confirmed
“The IRFU does not tolerate any form of disrespect shown towards match officials and does not condone actions that fall below the standards expected of players representing Irish rugby. The suspension handed out by the disciplinary panel need not necessarily signal the end of Aki’s international career. Should Irish players have been wrapped in cotton wool ahead of the Six Nations? Bundee Aki, bloodied and bruised, during Ireland's Six Nations match against Wales in Cardiff last year. His name invariably induces the loudest cheer for Irish players before games, whether abroad or at home – certainly since Peter O’Mahony retired.
Source:The Irish Times
January 28, 2026 22:58 UTC
Kim Kardashian breaks silence on why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle photos were deleted from Kris Jenner's birthday post
Kim Kardashian has finally addressed the mystery behind why photos of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle vanished from her Instagram following mom Kris Jenner's milestone 70th birthday celebration. 'Mom and Meghan have been friends for some years now, and they have a really sweet relationship.' Prince Harry was notably seen wearing a poppy badge - an emblem of Remembrance Day - on his way into Jenner's party at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's mansion. Another picture was taken from behind Jenner as Meghan placed her hand on her shoulder, while Harry made a silly face toward her. And just like that, Swift was off the table, as Khloe quickly pivoted: 'So… do you like country music?'
Source:Daily Mail
January 28, 2026 22:57 UTC
Danger to life flood warning issued in Dorset as Storm Chandra continues
The Environment Agency issued the severe flood warning – meaning danger to life – on Wednesday morning. It said: “Severe flooding is expected today and flood water is expected to be deep and fast flowing. On Wednesday morning, there were 87 flood warnings, where flooding is expected, and 215 flood alerts where it is possible in place across England. There were nine flood alerts in Wales, with eight flood warnings and three flood alerts in Scotland. Storm Chandra is the latest storm to be named by the western Europe storm naming group list shared between the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands.
Source:The Herald
January 28, 2026 22:51 UTC
‘My son spends hours gaming and on YouTube. He has become slightly overweight and I am worried’
Our older son is an easy-going, polite and intelligent child who excels at school and who, generally, seems pretty content with his lot in life. He spends hours in front of a computer screen gaming and watching YouTube videos (like most of his peers) and, while I have no issue with gaming and YouTube per se, over the last year or so he has become slightly overweight. My wife and I find it extremely challenging and utterly exhausting to parent our younger son, as we don’t have much in the way of support nearby. There just don’t seem to be enough hours in the day to attend to both of our son’s needs. (I work full time and my wife has had to give up work to be a full-time carer for our younger child).
Source:The Irish Times
January 28, 2026 22:33 UTC
Plans to ban scramblers on roads will be brought to Cabinet as early as next week
Plans to ban scramblers on public roads and in parks will be brought to Cabinet as early as next week. The Irish Examiner understands the Taoiseach insisted that the regulations banning the use of scramblers on public roads, parks and places must be finalised “urgently”. However, he stressed the importance of the new plans, which will see them banned on public roads, public parks, and carparks. “It is far simpler if scramblers are taken off the public roads and not allowed on these roads,” the Taoiseach said. The 2023 Act allows for the banning of scramblers and quad bikes from public roads.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 28, 2026 22:29 UTC
Arsenal's bulging Champions League pay packet compared to every Premier League side
Arsenal's bulging Champions League pay packet compared to every Premier League sideThe final league stage Champions League fixtures took place on Wednesday evening, with Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham, Chelsea and Newcastle all playing their part - and will be rewarded generously for doing soView 2 Images Arsenal could walk away from the Champions League with a staggering sum (Image: PA)Arsenal will walk away from the Champions League nearly £50million richer, regardless of how well they fare in the knockout stages of the competition. But where has that huge figure come from, and how is Champions League money calculated for this year's instalment of the competition? Mirror Football breaks down all you need to know...How much do teams receive for taking part in the Champions League this year? Arsenal learn four possible last-16 opponents after topping Champions League table READ MORE :How much is awarded for each Champions League win and draw? As a result, the club also finished first in the Champions League table, and will receive an additional £8.5m for their placement.
Source:Daily Mirror
January 28, 2026 22:17 UTC
Cork-founded sustainability firm Change By Degrees to cease operations
Award-winning Irish sustainability consultancy Change By Degrees has announced it will cease operations, as Europe's stall on targets and international pushback against regulations "have pushed sustainability down the agenda". It also delivered webinars globally as well as providing on‑the‑ground insights from climate change conferences, community initiatives, and business events. President Donald Trump has withdrawn the US from several international organisations working on climate change, including the UN's Framework Convention on Climate Change. Change By Degrees co-founder Madeleine Murray with the Network Cork Businesswoman of the Year Award for Emerging New Business in 2020. Change By Degrees won multiple awards as it championed sustainability and women in leadership.
Source:Irish Examiner
January 28, 2026 21:59 UTC
From an achy back to stiff knees... researchers discover key cause of chronic pain and how to cure it
The causes of chronic pain, from shoulders and backs to knees and feet, have long been debated, with no clear answer coming out on top. And about one in three American adults with chronic pain report not having a clear diagnosis or reason behind it. The above CDC graph shows the percentage of adults who have experienced chronic pain and high-impact chronic pain, which significantly limits daily life, in the past three months. The researchers said additional studies are needed to understand the relationship between CGIC and chronic pain, particularly in humans rather than mice. Watkins said: 'Why, and how, pain fails to resolve, leaving you in chronic pain, is a major question that is still in search of answers.'
Source:Daily Mail
January 28, 2026 21:44 UTC
Napoli's sporting director reveals Raheem Sterling stance with England star, 31, now a free agent
Raheem Sterling's 'significant financial expectations' make a move to Napoli hard to envisage, according to the club's sporting director Giovanni Manna. Napoli are one of the clubs that have previously shown an interest in the winger and Manna says they held talks with Sterling over the summer. However, Napoli's sporting director does not expect the 31-year-old to join Antonio Conte's side because of his wage demands. Speaking to Sky in Italy before Napoli's Champions League game against Chelsea, Manna said: 'Raheem is very good, but he hasn't been playing for a long time. 'We thank Raheem for the contribution he made while a Chelsea player and wish him well for the next stage in his career.'
Source:Daily Mail
January 28, 2026 21:39 UTC
Vile bulldog owners shrug off their pets' bloodthirsty mauling of two women and little girl who were visiting house next door
But as they walked up the path, two American Bulldogs from the neighboring unit suddenly came charging out the front door. The dogs jumped on Ryleigh, sinking their teeth into her face as Silva threw herself between them. Hearing the screams, Desiree ripped open her door and ran straight into the chaos. Eventually the dogs' owners came outside and managed to pull the animals away. When a CTV reporter rang the doorbell, a man answered from behind an almost‑closed door with dogs barking loudly in the background.
Source:Daily Mail
January 28, 2026 21:39 UTC
Danniella Westbrook enjoys a night out in London with MAFS UK stars as she recovers after being rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties
Danniella Westbrook enjoyed a night out in London as she recovers after being rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties. The former Eastenders actress, 52, stepped out with Married At First Sight UK stars Steven Springett and Divarni Balogun in Mayfair on Wednesday. It came weeks after was rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties following years of complications due to her collapsed septum. After recovering from her hospital stint, Danniella headed out for the night in a beige fur coat. Danniella last appeared on TV on Celebrity Big Brother in 2016, where she reached the final, finishing in first place.
Source:Daily Mail
January 28, 2026 21:38 UTC