THOSE who write opinion columns might not belong to a disadvantaged class, but consumers of news should have a degree of sympathy for us as we endeavour to process and analyse the rapid-fire, radical pronouncements and initiatives emerging from Donald Trump’s White House. What’s insightful one minute is invariably soon dated and, in some instances, rendered a nonsense. In mere … [Read more...] about Chaos, power, and the Democrats’ dilemma
‘Deplorable and inexcusabale’: Pair who exploited girls in care system convicted of historic sex offences
TWO men who exploited girls in the care system have been convicted of historic sexual offences against two teenage girls in Birmingham more than 20 years ago. At Birmingham Crown Court on Tuesday, Paul Anthony Doyle, 64, was found guilty of one count of living on prostitution and one count of indecent assault. Meanwhile, 77-year-old Anthony Richard Bayliss was found guilty of … [Read more...] about ‘Deplorable and inexcusabale’: Pair who exploited girls in care system convicted of historic sex offences
Appeal for information on woman missing from Co. Limerick
GARDAÍ are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of woman missing from Co. Limerick. Shauna O'Neill, 32, was reported missing in Limerick city on Monday, February 24. She was last seen at approximately 9am that day on Cecil Street in the city centre. Ms O'Neill is described as being approximately 5' 6" tall with a medium build, black hair and blue eyes. Her … [Read more...] about Appeal for information on woman missing from Co. Limerick
Taoiseach pays tribute to Henry Kelly after Going for Gold presenter passes away
TAOISEACH Micheál Martin has paid tribute to broadcaster Henry Kelly, who died on Tuesday at the age of 78. A statement from Kelly's family said he passed away peacefully after a period of ill-health. A former journalist, Kelly later moved into broadcasting and is arguably best known for presenting daytime quiz show, Going for Gold. Taking to Twitter/X on Wednesday, Mr Martin … [Read more...] about Taoiseach pays tribute to Henry Kelly after Going for Gold presenter passes away
Uncertainty about whether Taoiseach will travel to Washington for St. Patrick’s Day
FOR THE first time since COVID, there is uncertainty within some sections of the Irish Government about whether this year’s traditional St. Patrick’s Day meeting will take place between the Taoiseach and the US President. When asked about plans for a potential sit-down between Micheál Martin and Donald Trump, Tánaiste Simon Harris invited speculation when he said that the … [Read more...] about Uncertainty about whether Taoiseach will travel to Washington for St. Patrick’s Day