FLU season is set to peak in Ireland this week according to the nation’s Health Service Executive (HSE). Christmas week is expected to see the highest number of cases of flu recorded across the country, with the number of cases increasing week on week over the past few months. The most recently reported HSE figures confirmed the number of reported flu cases in the week ending … [Read more...] about Flu season expected to peak this week in Ireland
Flu season expected to peak this week in Ireland
How a Dublin busker became the voice of The Celtic Social Club
WHEN Taylor Byrne first received an unexpected Instagram message from a French band he hadn't heard of, he ignored it. “Initially I thought it was a scam, so I didn’t respond for two weeks,” he laughs. Just a short time later, the Finglas native found himself standing on a festival stage in western France, singing in front of 2,000 people. At just 24, Byrne is the Irish lead … [Read more...] about How a Dublin busker became the voice of The Celtic Social Club
King Charles officially opens new Guinness brewery in London
KING CHARLES has officially opened the new Guinness brewery in London, even pouring a pint of the black stuff at the £73m site. The event marked the official launch of the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, which opened its doors to the public last week. Located in Covent Garden, the venue contains a microbrewery, visitor experience, restaurants, shops and an events space. "We're … [Read more...] about King Charles officially opens new Guinness brewery in London
Pedestrian, 93, passes away following Co. Down collision
AN ELDERLY man has died following a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Co. Down. The incident occurred on the Newry Road in Rathfriland shortly after 10.45pm on Saturday. "Our officers attended alongside emergency service partners, however, the pedestrian was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene," read a statement from the PSNI. "He was 93-year-old Patrick Joseph … [Read more...] about Pedestrian, 93, passes away following Co. Down collision
Man in critical condition following reported assault in Co. Tyrone
A MAN is in a critical condition in hospital following a reported assault in Co. Tyrone. Officers on patrol in Omagh discovered the injured man in the early hours of this morning. An 18-year-old male was also arrested at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and remains in custody. "Police officers on patrol in the Main Street area of the town came across a … [Read more...] about Man in critical condition following reported assault in Co. Tyrone