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Aryna Sabalenka turns up the heat on Iva Jovic to book quarter-final spot
Aryna Sabalenka ended the teenage challenge at the Australian Open with an emphatic quarter-final final victory over Iva Jovic. Having defeated 19-year-old Victoria Mboko in the fourth round, the world number one dropped just three games against 18-year-old American Jovic in a 6-3 6-0 victory. The s...
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Aryna Sabalenka turns up the heat on Iva Jovic to book quarter-final spot
Aryna Sabalenka ended the teenage challenge at the Australian Open with an emphatic quarter-final final victory over Iva Jovic. Having defeated 19-year-old Victoria Mboko in the fourth round, the world number one dropped just three games against 18-year-old American Jovic in a 6-3 6-0 victory. The s...
Irish government to consider St Patrick’s Day plans amid global uncertainty
The Irish government is to consider its strategy for St Patrick’s Day amid a tumultuous time in global politics. The major focus will be on the Irish premier’s traditional trip to the White House for a bilateral with the US president. Calls were made last year for the Taoiseach to drop the trip ...
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Irish government to consider St Patrick’s Day plans amid global uncertainty
The Irish government is to consider its strategy for St Patrick’s Day amid a tumultuous time in global politics. The major focus will be on the Irish premier’s traditional trip to the White House for a bilateral with the US president. Calls were made last year for the Taoiseach to drop the trip ...
In this week's Leinster Leader Sport
Lilies show lots of spirit, determination and no little skill as they share the points with Tyrone in Allianz Football League opener. Ladies take a point from Cork, away, in thrilling Lidl National League thriller, extensive report, reaction and comment. Any day a point is taken from Healy Park, is ...
In this week's Leinster Leader Sport
Lilies show lots of spirit, determination and no little skill as they share the points with Tyrone in Allianz Football League opener. Ladies take a point from Cork, away, in thrilling Lidl National League thriller, extensive report, reaction and comment. Any day a point is taken from Healy Park, is ...
New team aims to help British small businesses win defence contracts
A new team that aims to help small businesses win more defence contracts and make defence an “engine for growth” has been launched by the UK Government. Luke Pollard, minister for defence readiness and industry, described small business as the “backbone of UK defence” as he announced the est...
‘Trailblazing’ NHS pilot combines AI and robotics to spot lung cancer faster
Patients with suspected lung cancer could be diagnosed or have the disease ruled out faster under a new NHS pilot that combines artificial intelligence (AI) with robotic technology. Officials hailed the project as “a glimpse of the future of cancer detection”. It comes alongside NHS plans to exp...
OPEN: Nationwide initiative grant to empower rural schools communities through technology
Primary schools in Tipperary are especially encouraged to apply. These grants can transform classrooms with broadband and technology, enhancing learning and upgrading school facilities and operations. National Schools in County Tipperary are invited to apply for new cash grants from the RISE ...
The latest LEINSTER LEADER - is out across Kildare today
Buy in-store or subscribe at www.leinsterleader.ie In this week's Leinster Leader - available across Co Kildare - don't miss all the news and information that matters to you and your local community. - A man appears in court charged in relation to a fatal bus crash on the N7. - Anger over an ...
The latest LEINSTER LEADER - is out across Kildare today
Buy in-store or subscribe at www.leinsterleader.ie In this week's Leinster Leader - available across Co Kildare - don't miss all the news and information that matters to you and your local community. - A man appears in court charged in relation to a fatal bus crash on the N7. - Anger over an ...
Jessie Buckley tipped for Bafta nomination for Hamnet
Oscar frontrunner Jessie Buckley is expected to receive a nod for the best actress Bafta when the nominations are announced on Tuesday. The Irish actress has proved unbeatable through awards season so far for her performance as Shakespeare’s wife Agnes Hathaway – historically known as Anne – i...
Cate Blanchett to perform at National Theatre as 2026 programme released
Two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett is one of a host of acclaimed actresses who will be performing at the National Theatre this year. Releasing details of its programme for 2026, the London-based theatre said Sandra Oh will make her debut at the venue, while Lesley Manville, Francesca Mills and Let...
Jessie Buckley tipped for Bafta nomination for Hamnet
Oscar frontrunner Jessie Buckley is expected to receive a nod for the best actress Bafta when the nominations are announced on Tuesday. The Irish actress has proved unbeatable through awards season so far for her performance as Shakespeare’s wife Agnes Hathaway – historically known as Anne – i...
Labour MPs urged to unite for by-election as Reform prepares its candidate
Labour MPs have been urged to unite after a spat over blocking Manchester mayor Andy Burnham from standing in a by-election in the city, as their political rivals begin preparations for the race. The Gorton and Denton by-election is expected to take place on February 26, after former MP Andrew Gwynn...
Storm Chandra set to hit UK as more weather warnings come into force
Storm Chandra is set to bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow across much of the UK, as more weather warnings come into force on Tuesday. Forecasters say flooding and travel disruption are likely in some places, and there will also be significant snow across higher ground in some northern parts of...
Storm Chandra set to hit UK as more weather warnings come into force
Storm Chandra is set to bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow across much of the UK, as more weather warnings come into force on Tuesday. Forecasters say flooding and travel disruption are likely in some places, and there will also be significant snow across higher ground in some northern parts of...
NI Civil Service averages more than 13 sickness days per worker, report finds
Sickness absence in the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) has grown to an average of more than 13 days lost per staff member in a year, a report has found. Auditor General Dorinnia Carville said the annual cost of sickness levels was now close to £50 million. She also found that last year there...
Sir Ben Kingsley reprising Marvel character for fourth time
Award-winning actor Sir Ben Kingsley has said he would “never have dreamt” he would be reprising the role of Trevor Slattery for a fourth time. Sir Ben told Radio Times magazine how he is starring as the fictional character in TV mini series Wonder Man, as part of phase six of the Marvel Cinemat...
Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices The following deaths have occurred:- • Ronald (Ronnie) Callaghan, 9 Wheatfield Gardens, Coleraine (Formerly of Articlave) • Ann Colby (née Wilson), 80 Circular Road, Derry • Samantha Dougherty, 16 Woodburn Crescent, Coleraine • Lily Gillespie (née...