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Lidl Ireland unveils Oasis-inspired jacket ahead of band’s Croke Park reunion shows

Lidl Ireland unveils Oasis-inspired jacket ahead of band’s Croke Park reunion shows

July 6, 2025 by

RETAILER Lidl Ireland has unveiled a jacket inspired by Oasis ahead of the band's forthcoming reunion shows at Croke Park next month. The 'Lidl by Lidl' jacket — a play on the band's 2002 hit Little By Little — goes on sale at 10am on Wednesday, with all proceeds going to charity. The garment was inspired by singer Liam Gallagher's collaboration with fashion brand Berghaus last … [Read more...] about Lidl Ireland unveils Oasis-inspired jacket ahead of band’s Croke Park reunion shows

Police investigate possible link between ‘terrifying’ early-morning Belfast robberies

July 6, 2025 by

POLICE are investigating a possible link between three 'terrifying' early-morning street robberies in Belfast. In each of the incidents, which occurred on Saturday morning, the three victims were threatened by a number of men who claimed they were armed with a knife. Two of the victims were assaulted, with one requiring hospital treatment. "It is absolutely unacceptable that … [Read more...] about Police investigate possible link between ‘terrifying’ early-morning Belfast robberies

Richard Harris ‘homecoming’ exhibition opens in Co. Limerick

July 6, 2025 by

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

Thousands attend pro-life march in Dublin as organisers warn of ‘spiralling’ abortion rates

July 6, 2025 by

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

July 6, 2025 by

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

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May 14, 1881

Edward Augustine Walsh was born in Pennsylvania to a family of Irish immigrants. At age 12, he began working in the coal fields. He grew to be 6′.1″ and at 193 lbs became known at “Big Ed.” In 1902, urged on by a friend, he tried out for the Wilkes-Barre baseball team. He joined the Chicago White Sox in 1904, becoming one of the top pitchers in the American league. Walsh is known for his spitball, which is now illegal. After his career ended, he coached the White Sox for several years and then coached baseball at Notre Dame University. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1946. Walsh died on May 26, 1959. His son, Ed Walsh, also had a career with the White Sox.

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