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Michael Flatley ‘heartbroken’ following death of wife Niamh O’Brien

October 6, 2026 by

MICHAEL FLATLEY has shared his “heartbreak” following the death of his wife Niamh O’Brien. In a statement issued last night the Irish dancing icon said his heart was “broken” as he confirmed the 52-year-old’s death. “I have lost my beautiful wife, Niamh, and my best friend,” he said. “My gorgeous bride of twenty years has gone to the Lord in heaven.” Niamh O'Brien and Michael … [Read more...] about Michael Flatley ‘heartbroken’ following death of wife Niamh O’Brien

Gardaí issue fresh witness appeal in investigation into Yves Sakila’s death

October 6, 2026 by

A WITNESS appeal has been issued by detectives investigating the death of a Congolese man in Dublin earlier this year. Yves Sakila was pronounced dead in hospital after he was detained over the alleged shoplifting of a bottle of perfume at the Arnotts department store in Dublin’s Henry Street. The 35-year-old’s death on May 15 sparked protests after footage of the incident was … [Read more...] about Gardaí issue fresh witness appeal in investigation into Yves Sakila’s death

Protests across Britain in solidarity with Garvaghy Road residents

October 6, 2026 by

PROTESTS have taken place across Britain in support of the Garvaghy Road residents who are blocking a planned march through their area in Co. Armagh by the Orange Order. A demonstration has been underway along the road in Portadown for more than a week, after legal challenges failed to overturn a ruling from the Parades Commission allowing the march to go ahead for the first … [Read more...] about Protests across Britain in solidarity with Garvaghy Road residents

Dublin Mayor says ban on under-18s riding e-scooters will ‘protect all road users’

October 6, 2026 by

PEOPLE under the age of 18 are now banned from riding electric scooters in Ireland. New regulations came into effect on October 2, making it illegal for anyone below that age to use an e-scooter on public roads. This week Lord Mayor of Dublin, Daryl Barron welcomed the new regulations, which are aimed at improving road safety across the country. They will work in tandem with … [Read more...] about Dublin Mayor says ban on under-18s riding e-scooters will ‘protect all road users’

Arrests made after ‘despicable’ burglary at priest’s home in Belfast

October 4, 2026 by

POLICE investigating the burglary of a priest's home in Belfast have arrested two people. The man and woman were arrested in connection with Thursday's incident after initially being detained over a separate report of arson. Police said the 25-year-old woman and 38-year-old man remain in custody 'as enquiries continue into their suspected involvement in these linked … [Read more...] about Arrests made after ‘despicable’ burglary at priest’s home in Belfast

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October 16, 1854

One of Ireland’s most famous playwrights and novelists, Oscar Wilde was born on this day in Dublin in 1854. Wilde was born to a wealthy family. His father was an eminent Dublin surgeon and his mother was a talented poet, where Wilde likely inherited his passion for writing from. He attended Trinity College Dublin and then went on to study at Magdalen College Oxford. His works, like the play “The Importance of Being Earnest” and novel “The Picture of Dorian Grey” are riddled with wit and aestheticism.

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