‘Fearless teller of truths’: President Higgins’ tribute following death of ‘dear friend’ Edna O’Brien

PRESIDENT Higgins has paid a tender tribute to his ‘dear friend’ Edna O’Brien following her death over the weekend. The 93-year-old, who died on Saturday, July 27, was one of Ireland’s most esteemed authors. Born in county Clare in 1930, her first book, The Country Girls, published in 1960, was banned in Ireland for its frank portrayal of female sexuality. Today, her work … [Read more...] about ‘Fearless teller of truths’: President Higgins’ tribute following death of ‘dear friend’ Edna O’Brien

SWIMMER Mona McSherry has won Ireland’s first medal at the Paris Olympics. The 23-year-old took Bronze last night in the women's 100m breaststroke final, which was won by South Africa's Tatjana Smith and saw China’s Tang Qianting take second place. Bronze medallist Mona McSharry of Team Ireland, right, with gold medallist Tatjana Smith of Team South Africa Sligo born McSharry, … [Read more...] about ‘That was magic’: Mona McSharry wins Ireland’s first medal at Paris Olympics 2024

THERE was euphoria in Co. Armagh yesterday after the Orchardmen claimed a second All-Ireland SFC title with victory over Galway at Croke Park. Manager Kieran McGeeney sparked wild celebrations at Headquarters as he led his side to the Sam Maguire, replicating his success as captain in 2002. As the county celebrated a 22-year wait for the trophy, even some PSNI officers appeared … [Read more...] about Unionist politicians not happy as PSNI officers appear to join in Armagh All-Ireland celebrations

THE FAMILIES of two Ryanair pilots who died in a collision on their way to the airport two weeks ago have paid to them. Captain Matt Greenhalgh, 28, and Senior First Officer Jamie Fernandes, 24, were headed to Liverpool Airport at around 5.30am on Thursday, July 11 when the tragedy occurred. Both men died at the scene when the taxi they were travelling in was involved in a … [Read more...] about Families pay tribute to Ryanair pilots who died in traffic collision

A MAN has been arrested after police seized thousands of pounds worth of suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms during a search of a property in Belfast. Other weapons and high-value luxury goods were also seized during Saturday's search at the house in the Short Strand area in the east of the city. A spokesperson for the PSNI said the operation was linked to an ongoing … [Read more...] about Arrest after suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms seized in Belfast