A NEW exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Irish actor Richard Harris has opened in his native Co. Limerick. 'From Dickie to Richard — Richard Harris: Role of a Lifetime' offers a unique glimpse inside the life of the award-winning actor and global star, who never lost his deep connection to his hometown. Described as a 'homecoming' for the late actor, who passed away … [Read more...] about Richard Harris ‘homecoming’ exhibition opens in Co. Limerick
Richard Harris ‘homecoming’ exhibition opens in Co. Limerick
Thousands attend pro-life march in Dublin as organisers warn of ‘spiralling’ abortion rates
THOUSANDS of people attended a pro-life march in Dublin on Saturday as organisers warned of 'spiralling' abortion rates in Ireland. Around 2,000 people joined the Rally for Life as it made its way from Parnell Square to Custom House Quay. Demonstrators waved flags reading 'Life Will Win' and 'Stop Aborting Our Future' as organisers claimed the failure to offer supports to women … [Read more...] about Thousands attend pro-life march in Dublin as organisers warn of ‘spiralling’ abortion rates
Irish bands pull out of Manchester’s Radar Festival in solidarity with Bob Vylan
TWO Irish bands have pulled out of Radar Festival in Manchester in solidarity with Bob Vylan after the controversy over the latter's Glastonbury set. The Scratch and Hero in Error were both due to perform today at the festival at Victoria Warehouse in Trafford Park. However, while the bands have now backed out, both expressed their sympathy for the organisers of the festival … [Read more...] about Irish bands pull out of Manchester’s Radar Festival in solidarity with Bob Vylan
Man who stabbed neighbour to death is jailed for 11 years
A MAN who stabbed his neighbour to death has been jailed for 11 years. Kevin Draper stabbed 27-year-old Jack O'Brien multiple times at a property in Siddow Common, Leigh, Greater Manchester, on December 3, 2024. Draper, who claimed he acted in self-defence, was found not guilty of murder by a jury at Manchester Crown Court and was instead convicted of manslaughter. "I will … [Read more...] about Man who stabbed neighbour to death is jailed for 11 years
Murder Investigation launched following death of man in house fire
A MURDER investigation has been launched after a man died in a house fire in Co. Antrim. Patrick 'Paddy' Douglas, who was 55 years old, died following a house fire in the Main Street area of Ballymoney on July 1. Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Major Investigation confirmed today that a murder investigation has been launched following the … [Read more...] about Murder Investigation launched following death of man in house fire