THE NEW Portal project connection Dublin and New York City via a 24/7 livestream has been temporarily halted following reports of inappropriate behaviour. The artwork, which went live on Wednesday, May 8, was turned off on Monday following several incidents, including flashing and the sharing of sensitive images. According to a Twitter post from the Portals team on Wednesday … [Read more...] about Dublin-NYC Portal project paused following inappropriate behaviour
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Attempted murder investigation after man tries to set two people on fire in Do. Down
POLICE have launched an attempted murder investigation after a man entered a house in Co. Down and attempted to set two occupants on fire. One of the victims was also stabbed in the face during the incident, which occurred in Downpatrick during the early hours of Wednesday. Investigators are now appealing for information and witnesses following the shocking attack. Petrol … [Read more...] about Attempted murder investigation after man tries to set two people on fire in Do. Down
Man who injured two people after driving car at them is jailed for eight years
A MAN who seriously injured two people by driving a car at them following an altercation in North Belfast has been jailed for eight years. Joshua Dowd, 31, pleaded guilty in November 2023 to grievous bodily harm with intent, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent and criminal damage. At Laganside Crown Court today, he was handed an eight-year prison sentence for the … [Read more...] about Man who injured two people after driving car at them is jailed for eight years
Government approves plans to increase smoking age to 21 in Ireland
THE Irish government has approved plans to raise the legal age for purchasing cigarettes to 21. Ireland’s Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly and Minister for Public Health, Colm Burke today confirmed that the Cabinet has “approved a proposal for legislation that will increase the age of sale of tobacco to 21”. If the legislation is passed it will make Ireland the first … [Read more...] about Government approves plans to increase smoking age to 21 in Ireland
Michael Flatley claims ‘Irish whiskey is just like Irish dancing’ as he launches signature blend
IRISH dancing legend Michael Flatley has launched his very own brand of Irish whiskey. Flatley Whiskey 'The Dreamer', is the first signature tipple released from a series of special blends which the star has been quietly cultivating over the years. He has worked in partnership with Ireland's esteemed master blender Noel Sweeney to create the perfect blend, which was distilled … [Read more...] about Michael Flatley claims ‘Irish whiskey is just like Irish dancing’ as he launches signature blend