Naas court granted vast majority of legal loophole orders under which drivers got 24-hour bans and avoided penalty points – The Irish Times

Love Island fans are rushing to Aldi to purchase a £29 Foldable Fire Pit, part of the store's latest SpecialBuy picks, perfect for garden gatherings, BBQs, or camping trips with its portable design and included accessories. Shoppers are impressed with the pit's quality and functionality, comparing it to the Love Island villa's ambiance, making their gardens look picturesque. Alongside other spring garden range items like a garden arch, citrus plants, folding picnic table, and solar...

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un agreed to a mutual defense pact last year. UK intelligence reports that North Korea has suffered over 5,000 casualties in the Ukraine war, with a third killed in action while fighting for Russia. Despite recent territorial gains, Ukraine still maintains a foothold in the region, as the US continues efforts to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Full Article

Warning households about upcoming energy price hikes affecting all appliances, including the popular air fryer, which has become a staple in over half of UK households due to its convenience and energy efficiency. With the average cost of operating an air fryer set to increase from 35p to 38p per hour, annual expenses are expected to rise by £11.09, still making it a more cost-effective option compared to traditional ovens, which can cost roughly 49p...

The author, a professional adventure guide for an all-women's travel company, reflects on the ups and downs of her unconventional lifestyle, filled with thrilling experiences like hiking the Inca Trail and guiding treks in Iceland. Despite attempts at traditional careers, including pursuing a master's degree and working in healthcare, the author ultimately embraces her passion for guiding and finds fulfillment in leading adventurous trips around the world. Full Article

Your support helps The Independent cover developing stories on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing in-depth investigations and documentaries like 'The A Word'. Donations enable journalists to report on both sides of the story, offering quality journalism accessible to all Americans without paywalls. Market indices fell as investors feared inflation and trade uncertainties under the Trump administration, with higher-than-expected inflation data and looming tariffs on imported autos causing major stock drops and impacting...

Hillary Clinton criticized President Trump's administration for using the private messaging app Signal to discuss war plans, after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat. Clinton highlighted the hypocrisy of Republicans who previously accused her of mishandling classified information, while now downplaying the Signal scandal. Trump's actions were condemned for their stupidity rather than hypocrisy, according to Clinton's opinion piece in The New York Times. Full Article