EUROPE is in the grip of a relentless summer heatwave, with Ireland on the brink of declaring its first official heatwave of the year, while vast regions of the continent battle raging wildfires, evacuations and deadly temperatures. In Northern Ireland, thermometers climbed to 25.2°C in County Fermanagh on Monday, kicking off what could become the region’s third heatwave this … [Read more...] about Ireland prepares for an official heatwave as Europe swelters
The untold story of Mona and Mimi — and The Beatles connection
A POWERFUL new stage play imagining an untold chapter in Beatles folklore will premiere in Liverpool this September, bringing two formidable Irish-connected women centre stage. The writer — Catherine Leen Mona & Mimi, written by Dublin/Kerry playwright Catherine Leen, explores a fictional meeting between Mona Best, mother of Beatles drummer Pete Best, and Mimi Smith, the … [Read more...] about The untold story of Mona and Mimi — and The Beatles connection
The Traitors Ireland set to premiere at the end of the month
RTÉ has confirmed that The Traitors Ireland, the highly anticipated Irish version of the reality competition series, will officially premiere on Sunday, 31 August. The series will be hosted by Siobhán McSweeney, best known for her role as Sister Michael in Derry Girls. Set in Slane Castle in County Meath, the show will bring the psychological tension and strategic gameplay of … [Read more...] about The Traitors Ireland set to premiere at the end of the month
Ireland to face Israel in basketball amid threat of team sanctions
BASKETBALL IRELAND has confirmed that the national women's team will compete in its scheduled EuroBasket 2027 qualifiers game against Israel. This decision follows weeks of internal deliberation and pressure from the sport’s international authority. The decision comes despite widespread outrage over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and internal debate about the … [Read more...] about Ireland to face Israel in basketball amid threat of team sanctions
Murder investigation launched in Co. Down as police suspect link to priest attack
A MURDER investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body in Co. Down, with police suspecting the death may be linked to an attack on a priest earlier today. The body was discovered at an address in Downpatrick around two hours after the priest was assaulted at a church in the town. Police have confirmed that a 30-year-old man has been arrested on … [Read more...] about Murder investigation launched in Co. Down as police suspect link to priest attack