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Friday’s briefing: Watkins puts Villa in charge and defeat for Forest
Ollie Watkins ended his goal drought as Aston Villa battled to a 1-0 away win at Lille in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie. Nottingham Forest, though, slipped to a 1-0 defeat at home against Danish side Midtjylland. In the Conference League, Crystal Palace were left frustrated after ...
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Friday’s briefing: Watkins puts Villa in charge and defeat for Forest
Ollie Watkins ended his goal drought as Aston Villa battled to a 1-0 away win at Lille in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie. Nottingham Forest, though, slipped to a 1-0 defeat at home against Danish side Midtjylland. In the Conference League, Crystal Palace were left frustrated after ...
'In awe of their dedication' - Kilkenny students lead inspiring community projects
Loreto Secondary School and Kilkenny College worked with Kilkenny Volunteer Centre to help Amber Refuge and Kilkenny Helping the Homeless Transition Year students in two Kilkenny schools have demonstrated outstanding community spirit through innovative projects supporting local charities, in ...
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Meghan surprises patients during children’s hospital visit
The Duchess of Sussex has surprised young patients during a visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Meghan, 44, joined children at the hospital for painting and craft activities and met with patients in their rooms. Photos shared on the hospital’s Instagram page captured the duchess chatti...
Rare Friday sitting at Holyrood as MSPs debate assisted dying Bill amendments
MSPs will sit on a Friday for the first time in a number of years as they seek to finish debating hundreds of amendments to assisted dying legislation. With more than 300 amendments tabled to Liam McArthur’s Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, MSPs have already sat late on Tu...
Yvette Cooper continues Saudi visit as Iran threatens to block key oil route
The Foreign Secretary will continue her visit to Saudi Arabia on Friday amid continued concern about Iranian threats to the Strait of Hormuz. She arrived in the country on Thursday in a show of solidarity with Gulf states hit by Iran’s retaliation to ongoing joint US-Israeli strikes. Since then, I...
Man who rammed vehicle into synagogue was naturalised citizen, officials say
The armed man who rammed his vehicle into one of the nation’s largest Reform synagogues has been identified as a 41-year-old naturalised citizen born in Lebanon, according to federal officials. Ayman Mohamad Ghazali was fatally shot by security personnel after ramming his vehicle into Temple Israe...
MISSING: Appeal for information after two dogs stolen in broad daylight in Tipperary
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the owner or local authorities. A dog owner in Tipperary is appealing to the public for information after two beloved family dogs were taken in broad daylight near Cashel earlier this year, in what appears to have been a deliberate theft. Mouse...
MISSING: Appeal for information after two dogs stolen in broad daylight in Tipperary
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the owner or local authorities. A dog owner in Tipperary is appealing to the public for information after two beloved family dogs were taken in broad daylight near Cashel earlier this year, in what appears to have been a deliberate theft. Mouse...
MISSING: Appeal for information after two dogs stolen in broad daylight in Tipperary
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the owner or local authorities. A dog owner in Tipperary is appealing to the public for information after two beloved family dogs were taken in broad daylight near Cashel earlier this year, in what appears to have been a deliberate theft. Mouse...
Appeal made to Tipperary community to back campaign to pay for vital building works
Cahir Development Association After years of serving our community faithfully, Cahir Community Hall desperately needs major renovations to continue being the safe, welcoming space we all know and love. Cahir Community Hall has been more than just a building – it's been the beating heart of ou...
Huge turnout marks successful open day at Tipperary FET College
Tipperary Town FET College held their open day on March 11 A very successful Open Day was held on Wednesday, March 11, by Tipperary Further Education and Training College in Tipperary Town, as they welcomed a large number of prospective learners, parents, teachers, and community members acros...
VIP donor with ultra-rare blood says she feels ‘honoured’ to help sick patients
A woman whose blood is so rare that it can be frozen for up to three decades every time she donates has said she feels “very special and honoured” to be able to help sick patients. Mina Stoddart-Stones has been giving blood for years, but only recently realised she is considered a “VIP” to N...
Swinney recalls contrast of son’s birth on day of Dunblane tragedy
First Minister John Swinney has reflected on the “contrast” he will “never, ever forget” with the Dunblane tragedy and the birth of his son on the same day 30 years ago. Sixteen children and their teacher were murdered in the deadliest mass shooting in UK history on March 13, 1996 when gunma...
Warning Middle East conflict could worsen Scotland’s ‘costs crunch’
The conflict in the Middle East could worsen the “costs crunch” affecting households and businesses, economists have warned, amid a “disappointing” February for Scottish retailers. According to figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) and KPMG, total sales in Scotland last month wer...
Tories call on Starmer’s ethics adviser to investigate Mandelson ‘cover-up’
Sir Keir Starmer’s ethics adviser must investigate whether he broke the ministerial code in his handling of the Peter Mandelson scandal, the Tories have said. The Opposition has written to standards watchdog Sir Laurie Magnus calling for him to investigate a “potential cover-up” after the Gove...
County Derry musician bridges the Atlantic with LA-recorded EP ‘Oracle’
Feeny’s Sister Ghost confirms March 18 launch for second single ‘Embers’ Sister Ghost, the haunting and fearless musical project fronted by Feeny native Shannon Delores O’Neill, is set to release her highly anticipated 4-track EP, Oracle. The release marks a bold international chapter for t...
Rory McIlroy struggles with back problems to two over at Players Championship
Rory McIlroy laboured to a two-over par opening round as his Players Championship title defence at Sawgrass appeared hampered by recent back problems. Masters champion McIlroy had withdrawn from the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Saturday before his third round, but having spent some extra time recup...
Derry Death Notices - Friday, March 13, 2026
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices The following deaths have occurred:- • Mark Baldrick, 68 Stoneypath, Derry • Bridget (Della) Horkan, Clooney Park West, Derry • Baby Isaac James McBeth, Derry • Ian Maxwell, Baranailt Road, Limavady • Colman Moore, 22 Carraig Bridge, Bridgend (For...
Rory McIlroy struggles with back problems to two over at Players Championship
Rory McIlroy laboured to a two-over par opening round as his Players Championship title defence at Sawgrass appeared hampered by recent back problems. Masters champion McIlroy had withdrawn from the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Saturday before his third round, but having spent some extra time recup...