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Gardaí warn public over ‘fake news’ about attempted child abduction in Dublin

Gardaí warn public over ‘fake news’ about attempted child abduction in Dublin

August 27, 2024 by

GARDAÍ have issued a public warning over ‘fake news’ being spread via social media claiming an attempted child abduction took place in Dublin over the weekend. The “disinformation”, which the police force has confirmed is entirely “unsubstantiated”, went viral on social media platforms and caused unrest in the Irish capital on Sunday evening, August 25. Gardaí are investigating … [Read more...] about Gardaí warn public over ‘fake news’ about attempted child abduction in Dublin

New legislation makes it a crime to steal pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland

August 27, 2024 by

A NEW law has come into effect which makes it a crime to abduct pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland. The Pet Abduction Act 2024 carries prison sentences and fines for those convicted of stealing pets from their owners. Applicable in Northern Ireland and England, the legislation came into effect on August 24. “I appreciate how important dogs and cats are to their owners in … [Read more...] about New legislation makes it a crime to steal pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland

Witness appeal after pensioner left in serious condition following collision on Irish road

August 27, 2024 by

GARDAÍ have appealed for witnesses after a woman was left in a serious condition following a collision in Co. Donegal. Two vehicles were involved in the collision on the N56 in Inver, which occurred at around 9am on Sunday, August 25. Following the incident a woman, aged in her 80s, was taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment of her injuries which Gardaí have confirmed … [Read more...] about Witness appeal after pensioner left in serious condition following collision on Irish road

Bubble wall, mood lighting and calming music feature as new sensory room unveiled at Dublin Airport

August 27, 2024 by

A NEW sensory room has been unveiled at Dublin Airport in a “milestone" moment in its commitment to creating an “inclusive” experience for all passengers. Located in Terminal 1, the new room features relaxing music, mood lighting and a bubble wall, as well as bean bags, digital display panels, textured flooring, and memory and motor skill games. It is aimed at providing an … [Read more...] about Bubble wall, mood lighting and calming music feature as new sensory room unveiled at Dublin Airport

Oasis confirm reunion and announce series of Ireland and UK gigs

August 27, 2024 by

OASIS have announced that they will reunite for a world tour taking them across Ireland, the UK and further afield next year. Founded by second generation Irish brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher in Manchester in 1991, the band split in 2009. The pair have pursued their own projects in the years that have passed, but today years of speculation ended as to whether they would ever … [Read more...] about Oasis confirm reunion and announce series of Ireland and UK gigs

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Irish playwright Martin McDonagh’s debut play “The Beauty Queen of Leenane” wins four Tony awards for its 1998 Broadway production. Director Garry Hynes wins for best director, the first woman to do so at the Tonys. Marie Mullen wins best actress. Annie Manahan wins best supporting actress and Tom Murphy wins best supporting actor. The success of “The Beauty Queen of Leenane” inspired McDonagh to complete his Leenane Trilogy with “A Skull in Connemara” and “The Lonesome West.”

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