THIS week Ireland became the 15th country in Europe to give up all coal production. Moneypoint power station in County Clare, the nation’s last operational coal plant, officially closed its doors after 40 years on June 20th. Operated by the Electricity Supply Board (ESB), Moneypoint was originally built to provide a stable energy supply in the wake of the global oil crisis of … [Read more...] about Ireland joins Europe’s coal-free nations with closure of Clare plant
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Northern Ireland records first heatwave in two years
A SUDDEN burst of heat has swept across both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, bringing record-breaking conditions. Northern Ireland officially recorded its first heatwave in nearly two years, with Castlederg in County Tyrone hitting 25°C on Saturday after highs of 29°C and 25°C on the two days prior. The region also saw its warmest June night ever, with … [Read more...] about Northern Ireland records first heatwave in two years
Man charged following attack on Belfast Islamic Centre
A MAN has been charged in relation to an attack on the Belfast Islamic Centre, in which a window was broken and a viable device thrown inside while people were in the building. A 34-year-old man was arrested at the scene following the incident on University Road at around 10pm in Friday. The building was evacuated, while Ammunition Technical Officers removed the device for … [Read more...] about Man charged following attack on Belfast Islamic Centre
Two men arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following Co. Down machete attack
TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man sustained serious injuries in a suspected machete attack in Co. Down. The incident happened in the Tipperary Lane area of Newcastle on Saturday afternoon. The suspects made off from the scene but were detained shortly afterwards in the Bunkers Hill area of nearby Castlewellan. "At approximately 12.30pm, … [Read more...] about Two men arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following Co. Down machete attack
Tánaiste warns of ‘spiral of escalation’ following US attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites
TÁNAISTE Simon Harris has warned of a 'spiral of escalation' following US attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities. Speaking last night, US President Donald Trump said American strikes had 'completely and totally obliterated' the sites at Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan. Iran's Foreign Ministry, meanwhile, has called the attacks a 'grave and unprecedented violation' of international law … [Read more...] about Tánaiste warns of ‘spiral of escalation’ following US attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites