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Starmer seeks to steady ship as tensions simmer over Greenland
Sir Keir Starmer will seek to steady the ship amid a tumultuous rift between Donald Trump and European countries over Greenland as the US President marks one year in the White House. The Prime Minister will hold talks with ministers at his weekly Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, following his call for ca...
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Russell Brand due in court to face further sexual offence charges
Comedian and actor Russell Brand is set to appear in court charged with two further sexual offences, including rape. Brand, 50, has already denied two counts of rape, one count of indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault in relation to alleged offences between 1999 and 2005, involving four...
Russell Brand due in court to face further sexual offence charges
Comedian and actor Russell Brand is set to appear in court charged with two further sexual offences, including rape. Brand, 50, has already denied two counts of rape, one count of indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault in relation to alleged offences between 1999 and 2005, involving four...
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In this week's Leinster Leader Sport
Kildare hurlers put up a mighty performance before giving way to Kilkenny in the Walsh Shield final, extensive report, reaction and comment. Footballers fade late on and go under to Westmeath in the O'Byrne Cup decider, extensive report, reaction and comment. With Brian Flanagan's footballers headin...
In this week's Leinster Leader Sport
Kildare hurlers put up a mighty performance before giving way to Kilkenny in the Walsh Shield final, extensive report, reaction and comment. Footballers fade late on and go under to Westmeath in the O'Byrne Cup decider, extensive report, reaction and comment. With Brian Flanagan's footballers headin...
UK to reimburse visa fees for top tech and science firms in push for growth
The UK will reimburse visa fees and fast-track applications for top international firms under plans to be announced by Rachel Reeves. The Chancellor will pitch Britain as a haven of “stability” in a volatile world as she seeks to woo business chiefs at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Tuesda...
Targeted youth mental health support must stand apart from wellbeing help – Esri
Schools should have support for children with mental health needs that is “clearly separate” from general wellbeing measures, according to the Economic and Social Research Institute (Esri). Research published on Tuesday highlights the importance of school culture, relationships and belonging in ...
Education key to divide on immigration and politics, research suggests
Education is the “most important dividing line” in attitudes towards immigration and support for right-wing politics in the UK, according to research. A new report from the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) revealed that people with qualifications below A-level have more than double t...
UK financial system ‘may not be prepared enough for major AI-related incidents’
“Worrying” evidence that the UK’s financial system should be more prepared for the risks of AI-driven market shocks has been highlighted by an influential committee of MPs. Not enough is being done by regulators to manage risks from increased use of AI (artificial intelligence) in the financia...
New guest stars for upcoming series of Death In Paradise revealed
Actresses Sarah Hadland and Siobhan Finneran are among the guest stars in the new series of Death In Paradise. The hit BBC show is returning next week for its latest series, and will see EastEnders actor Don Gilet reprise his role as DI Mervin Wilson as he takes on new cases and tries to build a rel...
Claire Foy says being cast on The Crown was like getting the ‘biggest promotion’
The Crown actress Claire Foy has described being cast on the hit series as like receiving the “biggest promotion”. Foy, 41, portrayed the late Queen Elizabeth II in the Netflix royal drama series, which won her two Emmy awards and a Golden Globe. Despite having worked in the film and TV industry...
Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices The following deaths have occurred:- • Yvonne Bloomer (née Rea), Seahaven Park, Portstewart • William (Bill) (Papa) Davidson, 88 Shandon Park, Derry • John (Johnnie) Diver, 25 Coneyburrow, Strathfoyle • Jeanette Doherty (née McCarron), Derry • M...
First-time buyers typically need £23,000 for a 10% house deposit – report
A first-time buyer in London who wants to have a 10% deposit typically needs to raise around three times the amount of cash as someone offering a 10% deposit in Scotland or some parts of northern England, according to analysis. Nationwide Building Society, which carried out the research, estimated i...
Claire Foy says being cast on The Crown was like getting the ‘biggest promotion’
The Crown actress Claire Foy has described being cast on the hit series as like receiving the “biggest promotion”. Foy, 41, portrayed the late Queen Elizabeth II in the Netflix royal drama series, which won her two Emmy awards and a Golden Globe. Despite having worked in the film and TV industry...
New guest stars for upcoming series of Death In Paradise revealed
Actresses Sarah Hadland and Siobhan Finneran are among the guest stars in the new series of Death In Paradise. The hit BBC show is returning next week for its latest series, and will see EastEnders actor Don Gilet reprise his role as DI Mervin Wilson as he takes on new cases and tries to build a rel...
Hotel bosses call for financial support as business rates set to surge
UK hotel chains and holiday parks have warned that a proposed surge in business rates could impact employment and prices as they called for expected support for pubs to be extended across the sector. Firms including Hilton, Butlin’s and Travelodge are among more than 130 accommodation businesses w...
Lloyds to put all 67,000 staff through AI training in fresh digital push
Lloyds Banking Group is putting its 67,000-strong workforce through artificial intelligence (AI) training as part of a multi-million pound drive to adopt the technology. All employees of the banking group will be expected to complete the course by the end of the year. The new AI Academy comes on the...
Targeted youth mental health support must stand apart from wellbeing help – Esri
Schools should have support for children with mental health needs that is “clearly separate” from general wellbeing measures, according to the Economic and Social Research Institute (Esri). Research published on Tuesday highlights the importance of school culture, relationships and belonging in ...
Passenger on first BA Concorde flight donates mementoes to museum
A “unique” collection of mementoes from the first British Airways Concorde flight has been donated to the museum housing the aircraft by a passenger who was on board. The passenger, Anthony Hopkins, was one of those travelling the day commercial Concorde flights began on January 21 1976. He was ...
Town in Tipperary ranks fourth nationally for burglary cases as new court figures revealed
New courts service data highlights repeat offending and regional burglary hotspots, with Clonmel making the fourth spot on the list. 1,187 people nationally were before the district courts across Ireland for burglary offences in the first nine months of 2025. A further 347 people were sent fo...