SWIMMER Mona McSherry has won Ireland’s first medal at the Paris Olympics. The 23-year-old took Bronze last night in the women's 100m breaststroke final, which was won by South Africa's Tatjana Smith and saw China’s Tang Qianting take second place. Bronze medallist Mona McSharry of Team Ireland, right, with gold medallist Tatjana Smith of Team South Africa Sligo born McSharry, … [Read more...] about ‘That was magic’: Mona McSharry wins Ireland’s first medal at Paris Olympics 2024
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‘Fearless teller of truths’: President Higgins’ tribute following death of ‘dear friend’ Edna O’Brien
PRESIDENT Higgins has paid a tender tribute to his ‘dear friend’ Edna O’Brien following her death over the weekend. The 93-year-old, who died on Saturday, July 27, was one of Ireland’s most esteemed authors. Born in county Clare in 1930, her first book, The Country Girls, published in 1960, was banned in Ireland for its frank portrayal of female sexuality. Today, her work … [Read more...] about ‘Fearless teller of truths’: President Higgins’ tribute following death of ‘dear friend’ Edna O’Brien
Unionist politicians not happy as PSNI officers appear to join in Armagh All-Ireland celebrations
THERE was euphoria in Co. Armagh yesterday after the Orchardmen claimed a second All-Ireland SFC title with victory over Galway at Croke Park. Manager Kieran McGeeney sparked wild celebrations at Headquarters as he led his side to the Sam Maguire, replicating his success as captain in 2002. As the county celebrated a 22-year wait for the trophy, even some PSNI officers appeared … [Read more...] about Unionist politicians not happy as PSNI officers appear to join in Armagh All-Ireland celebrations
Boy, 14, dies following collision in Co. Kilkenny involving car and e-scooter
A TEENAGER has died following a collision involving an e-scooter and a car in Co. Kilkenny. The incident occurred at around 6.30pm on Saturday on Tullaroan Road at Bonnettstown. A 14-year-old boy, who had been travelling on the e-scooter, was taken to St Luke's Hospital in Kilkenny where he sadly passed away. The local coroner has been notified and a post-mortem examination is … [Read more...] about Boy, 14, dies following collision in Co. Kilkenny involving car and e-scooter
Irish wax museum to replace ‘hideous’ Sinéad O’Connor figure after backlash
An IRISH museum has withdrawn a wax figure of Sinéad O'Connor after just one day following a backlash from fans. The National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin unveiled the new attraction on Thursday, describing it as a 'stunning figure'. However, just 24 hours later, it withdrew the exhibit, acknowledging that the figure 'did not meet our high standards'. Among those critical of the … [Read more...] about Irish wax museum to replace ‘hideous’ Sinéad O’Connor figure after backlash