TAOISEACH Simon Harris has spoken out after a bomb threat was made on his home last night. Speaking in Brussels today, where Mr Harris is attending a two-day meeting of the European Council, he has said the threat, which was made while he was away but his young family were at home, was “utterly unacceptable”. “I have young children, I have a wife and this is an utterly … [Read more...] about Bomb threat on Taoiseach’s home ‘utterly unacceptable’
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Ed Sheeran will fly two fans to his Cyprus gig from anywhere in the world to support London Irish charity
A CHARITY in London which provides services for the Irish community across the city is raffling a once in a lifetime prize in its latest fundraising drive. The London Irish Centre (LIC) in Camden is offering the chance for one lucky person – and their friend – to meet global superstar Ed Sheeran on his world tour. Sheeran, whose own family roots lie in Belfast and Wexford, is a … [Read more...] about Ed Sheeran will fly two fans to his Cyprus gig from anywhere in the world to support London Irish charity
Teen killed in collision between bus and e-scooter on Irish road
A TEENAGER has died from injuries sustained when a bus and an e-scooter collided in Co. Waterford. The incident happened at around 1.10am this morning on the R680 Cork Road. The 15-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, while a second boy, who was also travelling on the e-scooter, was seriously injured. He has been taken to Waterford University Hospital with serious … [Read more...] about Teen killed in collision between bus and e-scooter on Irish road
Irish government appoints chair for inquiry into epilepsy drug which causes birth defects
THE Irish Government has appointed a chairperson for an inquiry into the use of an epilepsy drug which can cause birth defects if taken by pregnant women. Brid O’Flaherty will lead the review into the use of sodium valproate – which is known as Epilim – in Ireland. Regularly prescribed for the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, the drug can cause serious birth defects … [Read more...] about Irish government appoints chair for inquiry into epilepsy drug which causes birth defects
Man charged over murder of 69-year-old found dead in his home
A MAN has been charged in connection with the murder of John Connolly who was found dead at his home in Lincoln. The 69-year-old’s body was found at his home in Portland Street at around 11.18am on Tuesday, June 18. Owen Blades, 26, of Tennyson Street, Gainsborough, was charged with murder on June 25 and appeared at Lincoln Magistrates’ Court yesterday (June 26). John Connolly … [Read more...] about Man charged over murder of 69-year-old found dead in his home