IRELAND has deported 23 convicted men on a chartered flight to Romania. Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan confirmed that the men, who are all aged between 22 and 49 years old, were removed on grounds of “criminality”. “All those removed had received custodial sentences for a range of offences,” his department confirmed. Their removal orders were … [Read more...] about Ireland deports 23 convicted men on chartered flight to Romania
Asian hornet sighted in Northern Ireland for first time
WARNINGS have been issued after an Asian hornet was sighted in Northern Ireland for the first time. The insect was captured in the Dundonald area of Belfast on October 10 by a member of the public, the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has confirmed. Also known as Yellow-legged hornet, the invasive species is native to southeast Asia, but was first recorded in Europe … [Read more...] about Asian hornet sighted in Northern Ireland for first time
Motorcyclist dies in Limerick collision
A MOTORCYCLIST has died after being involved in a collision in Co. Limerick. Gardaí were called to the single vehicle incident on the R519 in Callahow, Dromcollogher at around 7pm on October 12. The motorcyclist, a man aged in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí have urged anyone with information to come forward. “Any road users who may have camera footage … [Read more...] about Motorcyclist dies in Limerick collision
Food delivery drones take flight in Ireland, but not everyone is a fan
A FLEET of high-tech food delivery drones is transforming how food arrive at doorsteps in west Dublin, but some locals say the skies are becoming uncomfortably noisy. Irish start-up Manna Aero has completed tens of thousands of drone delivery flights across Ireland, with west Dublin serving as one of its most active test beds. The company hopes to launch Britain’s first drone … [Read more...] about Food delivery drones take flight in Ireland, but not everyone is a fan
Luke Littler dominates Luke Humphries with World Grand Prix win
LUKE LITTLER continued his meteoric rise in professional darts by securing his first World Grand Prix title with a 6-1 victory over world number one Luke Humphries in Leicester on Sunday night. The 18-year-old prodigy, already a familiar name after a stunning debut less than two years ago, showed precision under pressure as he faced an opponent many had favoured heading into … [Read more...] about Luke Littler dominates Luke Humphries with World Grand Prix win