Herald: FAMILY OF DANIELLE MCLAUGHLIN FEELS DEVASTATED AS MURDER ACCUSED GRANTED BAIL TO ATTEND WEDDING
24 Feb 2024| 08:26pm ISTFAMILY OF DANIELLE MCLAUGHLIN FEELS DEVASTATED AS MURDER ACCUSED GRANTED BAIL TO ATTEND WEDDINGAccused Vikat Bhagat is facing trial for the murder of Danielle he is accused of committing in 2017Team HeraldThe family of Danielle McLaughlin has said that they feel devastated after the High Court of Bombay at Goa granted bail to murder accused Vikat Bhagat to attend his sisters wedding. Local man, Vikat Bhagat, has been charged with the rape and murder of Danielle and the trial opened in 2018 but has been beset by delays. Vikat had recently applied for bail before the HC to attend his sister's wedding. The HC, while granting conditional bail to Vikat, ordered him to be taken to the wedding venue in Fatorda with Police Escort. Mother Andrea Brannigan has been profusely complaining that the trial has been delayed greatly after accused Vikat has been attempting to get bail quoting reasons of health and other family engagements.
Source:The Herald
February 24, 2024 10:54 UTC
Clare doctor touches down in India to represent Ireland at 71st Miss World competition
Clare doctor Ivanna McMahon touched down in India earlier this week, to represent Ireland at the 71st Miss World competition. Picture: Miss IrelandAs well as advocating for people with dyslexia, Ms McMahon wants to highlight the importance of healthcare, and CPR, to a wider audience. Ms McMahon, also an Irish speaker and talented musician, didn’t travel to India alone. Ms McMahon is one of 117 women hoping to be crowned Miss World on Saturday, March 9 in the Indian city of Mumbai. Ms McMahon believes that the Miss Ireland and Miss World competitions have boosted her confidence.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 24, 2024 10:53 UTC
My Saturday with Fota ranger Teresa Power: ‘I do really love the animals that I care for'
I’ve always loved animals, but I never thought I’d end up working with primates. Then I’ll meet with my team of four and will have a quick catch up with them depending on what block of animals I’m assigned to. My dad was big into animals too when we were growing up and I think he passed it onto me. I do really love the animals that I care for. I think the best part of my day is finally falling asleep knowing all the animals are tucked up.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 24, 2024 10:51 UTC
Blitzboks must beat Ireland to advance in Vancouver
The Blitzboks downed New Zealand and then lost to Great Britain on the opening day of the HSBC SVNS Vancouver in Canada, meaning they'll have to beat Ireland in their final Pool C clash on Saturday. They did receive a losing bonus point though, something that could work in their favour should they get past Ireland at 11.05pm (SA time) later today and New Zealand beat Great Britain. Great Britain, who outplayed Ireland earlier, top the pool with South Africa second, while New Zealand and Ireland will be desperate for a win against Great Britain and the Blitzboks respectively to advance to the last eight. Great Britain scored twice in the opening three minutes of their match against South Africa and kept them on the back foot for the remainder of the half. South Africa 12 (5) Great Britain 17 (12)SA: Tries: Shilton van Wyk, Impi Visser.
Source:The Herald
February 24, 2024 10:15 UTC
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Consumer complaints: Who do you call when things go wrong?
Photograph: iStockThe news from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) this week that faulty products and bad customer care is costing Irish people the guts of one billion euro each year is as depressing as it is unsurprising. READ MORECompetition and Consumer Protection CommissionThis is Ireland’s overarching consumer body charged with empowering consumers, answering queries and — crucially — enforcing competition and consumer protection law. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has also applied to the European Commission to be the new provider for the European Consumer Centre (ECC) Ireland service. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission says it expects final European Commission approval shortly and it is in the process of setting up a new ECC service. Contact: ccpc.ie ; 01-402 5555The Irish Aviation AuthorityPricewatch receives more complaints about travel than any other area, although telecoms come close.
Source:The Irish Times
February 23, 2024 23:53 UTC
Column: Treating drug addiction as public health crisis could fix failings of Measure 110
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Source:The Herald
February 23, 2024 22:53 UTC
‘I am so proud to have represented our county’
The outgoing Westmeath Rose, Rachel Duffy, who was also the International Rose of Tralee. The Westmeath Rose Centre are holding an information event at the Greville Arms Hotel at 4pm on Sunday February 25. Passing the sash to the wonderful New York Rose Róisín Wiley in August 2023 was a moment of immense pride. I am looking forward to meeting the 2024 Westmeath Rose, who will be chosen this year on April 6. I am so proud to have represented our county and would recommend the experience to anyone considering it.
Source:Irish Independent
February 23, 2024 22:49 UTC
Silver medals for Ballymore siblings as Ray shines in Seville
Westmeath’s Oisin Lane (Mullingar Harriers AC), left, and Jake O'Brien of Moy Valley AC competing in the senior men’s 5000m walk during the 123.ie National Senior Indoor Championships at the National Indoor Arena last Sunday. Photo: Tyler Miller/SportsfileSilver medals for Ballymore siblings as Ray shines in SevilleIt was a weekend to remember for Westmeath athletes with Ballymore siblings Oisin and Aisling Lane both winning silver medals at the National Senior Indoor Championships on Sunday. Oisin Lane led out the 5,000m race walk, closely tracked by David Kenny (Farranfore Maine Valley AC). Further afield, Castledaly resident Ray Hynes ran an absolutely superb marathon in Seville, recording a time of 2.25 in the southern Spanish city. Now a member of Mullingar Harriers, Ray previously represented Donore Harriers in Dublin and is no stranger to winning prizes over various distances.
Source:Irish Independent
February 23, 2024 20:44 UTC
Tullamore to host major International Women's Day event
Minister Pippa Hackett. Tullamore to host major International Women's Day eventOffaly Domestic Violence Support Service has announced details of its upcoming International Women's Day Brunch Event on March 8. Previous Next Image 1 of 2 Lucy Alexia Dube, a community leader and entrepreneur, will speak at the ODVSS event. Image 2 of 2 Stephanie Maher will speak at the International Women’s Day event. The event will take place from 12.45pm to 2pm at Bridge House Hotel in Tullamore.
Source:Irish Independent
February 23, 2024 20:38 UTC
If Northern Ireland can install buffer zones, why not SNP?
These protests run until March 24. Buffer zones preventing such protests being held directly outside health facilities have been established in Northern Ireland: a country that didn’t have a sitting government until recently. I asked Lucy Grieve, co-founder of Back Off Scotland which campaigns for buffer zones, about what’s gone wrong. Probably nothing compared to the Speaker's...Last week new health secretary Neil Gray was claiming buffer zones are needed urgently. New health secretary Neil Gray claimed buffer zones are needed urgently but where is the urgency?
Source:The Herald
February 23, 2024 18:51 UTC
Why your daily cup of coffee is good for your health
Bewley’s Coffee Consumption Report 2021 found that 78% of Irish adults drink coffee daily. Health benefitsYears ago, the very idea of young people being encouraged to drink coffee would have raised alarm bells in medical circles. One examined data from 389,505 participants and found that drinking coffee lowered the risk of cognitive disorders such as dementia. Kumar stresses that there is a caveat when it comes to drinking coffee: its proven health benefits depend on drinking it in moderation. However, it can be difficult to gauge your caffeine intake when you drink coffee in cafés or experiment with different coffee drinks.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 23, 2024 17:54 UTC
Measel claims top prize at Cloverleaf Spelling Competition
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Source:The Herald
February 23, 2024 17:09 UTC
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Source:The Irish Times
February 23, 2024 17:05 UTC
Energy price cap: Ofgem sets it at £1,690 - what will it mean for your bill?
The average household energy bill will soon fall by £238 to £1,690 a year, as regulator Ofgem today confirmed its price cap for April 2024. Falling: The Ofgem set price cap will fall to £1,690 from AprilThe headline price cap figure applies to households on variable-rate tariff energy deals paying by direct debit. The April average price cap will run for three months until it is reset again in July 2024. Why is the Ofgem price cap so important? Because cheap fixed-rate deals had almost disappeared, almost all homes ended up on variable tariffs regulated by the Ofgem price cap.
Source:Daily Mail
February 23, 2024 15:52 UTC
BNM still seeking expressions of interest on sale of former Offaly factory
The former Derrinlough briquette factory site. BNM still seeking expressions of interest on sale of former Offaly factoryBord na Móna has said the process to seek expressions of interest relating to the future use of the Derrinlough briquette factory site is still ongoing. “We welcome all expressions of interest in the site. Deputy Barry Cowen previously welcomed “a commitment by Bord na Móna that it will explore a range of options” for the Derrinlough factory. The substantial south Offaly site has a gross external footprint of 15,281 square metres.
Source:Irish Independent
February 23, 2024 15:31 UTC