A BELFAST councillor has blasted those responsible for a recent spate of attacks on 5G masts in the city. Multiple masts have been targeted recently the PSNI have confirmed, with the latest incident happening last night. Police were called to reports of a mast being set alight in the Annadale Embankment area of south Belfast yesterday evening (August 13). "Officers attended, … [Read more...] about Belfast councillor condemns series of ‘mindless’ attacks on 5G masts
Mairead McGuinness withdraws from Presidential race
MAIREAD McGuinness has withdrawn from the upcoming Irish presidential election, citing health concerns following a recent hospital stay. According to a statement from Ms McGuinness, the decision came after medical advice, with the proximity of the election making an arduous campaign untenable. The former MEP and EU Commissioner, who was seen to be in pole position to win the … [Read more...] about Mairead McGuinness withdraws from Presidential race
Witness appeal after driver dies in early morning collision
GARDAÍ have appealed for witnesses to come forward after a driver died following a collision in Co. Limerick this morning. Two cars collided at around 7.25am on the N20 at Ballyouragan in Croom. A man, aged in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene, while a woman, aged in her 30s, has been taken to hospital for treatment of serious injuries. No other injuries were reported … [Read more...] about Witness appeal after driver dies in early morning collision
Child victim of convicted online groomer Max Hollingsbee speaks out
A TEENAGER who was targeted by convicted online groomer Max Hollingsbee when she was just 15 years old has spoken out about the impact the abuse had on her. Immy, which is not her real name, is now 18 years old. Lurgan-based Hollingsbee used the so-called 'catfish' method to groom and coerce teenage girls into sending him indecent images over a period of almost two years. In … [Read more...] about Child victim of convicted online groomer Max Hollingsbee speaks out
Budget 2026 day set for October amid rising US tariff pressure and deficit uncertainty
BUDGET 2026 is set to be unveiled on Tuesday, 7 October, in Dublin against a backdrop of rising international uncertainty for the Irish economy. The Government has outlined a €9.4 billion package as part of the Summer Economic Statement, including €7.9 billion in additional public spending and €1.5 billion in tax cuts. However, this package was agreed upon before the recent … [Read more...] about Budget 2026 day set for October amid rising US tariff pressure and deficit uncertainty