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Tuesday’s briefing: Strand Larsen headlines quiet deadline day
Crystal Palace were busy on the final day of the transfer window as Jorgen Strand Larsen arrived from Wolves for a club-record fee while Jean-Philippe Mateta’s immediate future remains at Selhurst Park. Arsenal were unable to replace Mikel Merino on deadline day after finding out he will miss the ...
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Tuesday’s briefing: Strand Larsen headlines quiet deadline day
Crystal Palace were busy on the final day of the transfer window as Jorgen Strand Larsen arrived from Wolves for a club-record fee while Jean-Philippe Mateta’s immediate future remains at Selhurst Park. Arsenal were unable to replace Mikel Merino on deadline day after finding out he will miss the ...
Robber who attempted to smash way into Anya Taylor-Joy’s bedroom is jailed
An armed robber who tried to get into the bedroom of Hollywood star Anya Taylor-Joy when she was staying at a London mansion has been jailed. Kirk Holdrick, 43, was one of two masked men who smashed their way into the luxury property in February 2023, in a raid which may have been targeted at the mo...
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Robber who attempted to smash way into Anya Taylor-Joy’s bedroom is jailed
An armed robber who tried to get into the bedroom of Hollywood star Anya Taylor-Joy when she was staying at a London mansion has been jailed. Kirk Holdrick, 43, was one of two masked men who smashed their way into the luxury property in February 2023, in a raid which may have been targeted at the mo...
Probe that led to sacking of three prison guards ‘fundamentally flawed’
Three prison staff were unfairly dismissed from HMP Edinburgh after a “fundamentally flawed” investigation into allegations they attacked an inmate, an employment tribunal has ruled. Compensation has been ordered for the three men who were physical training instructors at the Saughton prison. Th...
Hearing on transgender prisoners to start in Edinburgh
A legal challenge against the Scottish Government’s policy on transgender prisoners will commence on Tuesday. The judicial review hearing begins at the Court of Session in Edinburgh and will hear from For Women Scotland, which is opposed to trans women being placed in female-only prisons. The grou...
Regan ‘pleads’ with former SNP colleagues to back her Bill on prostitution
Independent MSP Ash Regan is pleading with former MSP colleagues in the SNP to back her bid to impose fines of up to £10,000 and even jail sentences on those who buy sex from prostitutes. Ms Regan has brought forward a member’s Bill at Holyrood that aims to both criminalise the buying of sex and ...
In t his week's Leinster Leader sport
Kildare turn on the style to defeat Offaly in Round 2 of the Allianz Football League. Full report, comment and reaction. Hurlers give way to Dublin in Division 1 B AHL, extensive report and reaction. Ladies fall to Armagh in Division 1 of Lidl National League, report, reaction and comment. Time to l...
In t his week's Leinster Leader sport
Kildare turn on the style to defeat Offaly in Round 2 of the Allianz Football League. Full report, comment and reaction. Hurlers give way to Dublin in Division 1 B AHL, extensive report and reaction. Ladies fall to Armagh in Division 1 of Lidl National League, report, reaction and comment. Time to l...
Clintons try to reach agreement for congressional Epstein testimony
Former US president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton were trying to reach a deal late on Monday to comply with a congressional subpoena for their testimony in a House investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Republican leading the probe said an agreeme...
PICTURES: New performing arts studio opens in Tipperary
The new studio offers a wide and varied programme of classes for both children and adults. The Carey Family pictured at the opening of their new studio space (Golden Vale Performing Arts) in Blind Street, Tipperary. Congratulations to the Golden Vale Performing Arts who have proudly opened a ...
Rangers get their man in German striker Ryan Naderi
Rangers head coach Danny Rohl got the striker he wanted to spearhead his side’s title charge, while Celtic ended the transfer window without a permanent signing and rejecting a major offer. Rohl secured the signing of fellow German Ryan Naderi from third-tier Hansa Rostock in a deal reported to be...
Rangers get their man in German striker Ryan Naderi
Rangers head coach Danny Rohl got the striker he wanted to spearhead his side’s title charge, while Celtic ended the transfer window without a permanent signing and rejecting a major offer. Rohl secured the signing of fellow German Ryan Naderi from third-tier Hansa Rostock in a deal reported to be...
PICTURES: New performing arts studio opens in Tipperary
The new studio offers a wide and varied programme of classes for both children and adults. The Carey Family pictured at the opening of their new studio space (Golden Vale Performing Arts) in Blind Street, Tipperary. Congratulations to the Golden Vale Performing Arts who have proudly opened a ...
PICTURES: New performing arts studio opens in Tipperary
The new studio offers a wide and varied programme of classes for both children and adults. The Carey Family pictured at the opening of their new studio space (Golden Vale Performing Arts) in Blind Street, Tipperary. Congratulations to the Golden Vale Performing Arts who have proudly opened a ...
CHA-CHING! Lucky Tipperary woman takes home jackpot prize in local Split the Pot draw
Gortnahoe Glengoole notes Congratulations to Eileen Dunne, Graigue, who won €314 in the Gortnahoe Glengoole Split the Pot draw last Sunday. Envelopes are available in Cahill's Gortnahoe, Hogans Grange and at the usual outlets. READ MORE: BREAKING: Planning green light in Tipperary for new B&B...
Lily Allen: ‘Rage is powerful’
Lily Allen has described her latest album as a “really angry record”. In an interview with Elle UK, the singer said she was “terrified” of the reaction she would get from West End Girl, which she wrote in the wake of the breakdown of her marriage to US actor David Harbour. She told the magaz...
UK’s first Government-backed Tech Town named
Barnsley has been named the UK’s first Tech Town, meaning local schools and colleges, businesses and NHS infrastructures will receive Government support to increase artificial intelligence (AI) opportunities. This will include testing AI tutoring tools in schools, free AI and digital training for ...
New home registrations in London plunged by 27% last year – warranty provider
Around 11% more new home registrations were recorded in 2025 than the previous year – although registrations in London plunged by 27%, according to a warranty and insurance provider. The National House Building Council (NHBC) recorded 115,350 new home registrations last year, compared with 103,669...
Jodie Whittaker and Miranda Hart among stars taking part in Comic Relief
Viewers can look forward to seeing actress Jodie Whittaker, former Lioness Jill Scott and comedian Miranda Hart taking part in “simple acts of silliness” for this year’s Comic Relief. Other big names involved in the fundraiser include Alison Hammond, Catherine Tate, Davina McCall, Dermot O’L...