Gardai arrest man in connection with Wicklow car crash
A man in his 20’s has died in a car accident in Co Wicklow, and another has been arrested in connection with the incident. The young man which was 23 died when the car he …
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Thousands attend Darkness into Light walks
Thousands of people have taken part in the Pieta House, Darkness Into Light walk. The 5k walk in aid of suicide prevention got underway at 4.15am at numerous venues across the country. Participants crossed finishing lines …
Fr Kelly offered deal with major record label
Fr Ray Kelly, the singing priest who became a YouTube sensation, has been offered two separate record deals with major record labels. Fr Kelly who came to international prominence just a month ago when he sang …
Brave Liam Heffernan sadly passes away
A brave Liam Heffernan (5) whose older sister Saoirse died from rare brian disorder Battens Disease has passed away after battling the condition for three years. The moment Tony and Mary Heffernan had dreaded, but …
Government to axe standing charge for Irish Water
It appears the coalition government could be close to reaching a deal on water charges for some welfare claimants. It is believed Fine Gael and Labour have reached agreement in principle to eliminate the €50 standing …
Clarkson Apologies Over Racist Remark
Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson has apologised after he was reported to have used racist language while filming an episode of the hit motoring show. The Top Gear host reponsded to reports that he used …
Breaking News Gerry Adams brought in for questioning over Jean McConville murder
Gerry Adams has been brought in for questioning over Jean McConville murder. The PSNI press office has issued a statement without naming Mr Adams, saying a 65-year-old man had presented himself at Antrim station for …
Man awarded €7,500 after fall caused by disappearing bollard
A man who sat on a bollard during a shopping trip to Cork City only to find it disappear into the ground without warning, throwing him on to his back. Has been awarded €7500 in …
Billy Connolly told of Cancer, Parkinson’s on the same day
Billy Connolly has revealed that he was diagnosed with both prostate cancer and Parkinson’s disease on the same day. The comedian, aged 71, describes in a new ITV programme how he received the diagnosis. He tells …
2014’s Upcoming Smart phones Part II
With the release date of the Samsung Galaxy S5 which we reviewed in part I now confirmed to be February 24th we now take a look at what Apple’s response will now be with …